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Northern Spain’s Basque Traditions
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Northern Spain’s Basque Traditions

11 Days from $7,790 USD / person

Discover the unique traditions, culture and heritage of the Spanish Basque Country on this personalized, private tour. Begin with a walking exploration of Madrid with a private guide to show you around its historic quarters and modern landmarks. Just outside the city, take a private trip to the famous Valley of the Fallen, dedicated to martyrs of the Spanish Civil War. Next in the gorgeous La Rioja of Spain’s Basque Country, take time out to explore quaint villages such as La Guardia and sample delicious Rioja wine at award-winning wineries.

Take time out to enjoy the wonderful seaside climate in San Sebastian while you feast on pintxos and fresh seafood. Explore its cosmopolitan neighborhoods and fisherman’s colonies with a local and then sign up to learn the secrets of Basque haute cuisine at a Michelin-rated restaurant. Continue your foodie excursions in Bilbao, which is known for its excellent food, wine and cider. Explore stunning landmarks such as the Guggenheim and Saint James’ Gothic Cathedral at leisure, or take a boat ride along the harbor. At the end of your tour, return to Madrid for your flight home.

Do you wish to discover more of the Basque Country or add Andalucia to your trip as well? Personalize this Spain private tour with our destination experts with no obligation. Get in touch with us today!

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Ideal For

Heritage & Culture

Wine & Food

Sample Itinerary

Day
Place
Hotel Opts
1 – 4
Madrid
Highlights: Royal Palace, Prado & Sofia Reina Museum, El Retiro Park, Gran Via
URSO Hotel & Spa
Hospes Puerta de Alcala
4 – 6
La Rioja Region
Highlights: Wine, Vineyards, Nature and Hiking
Hotel Echaurren Relais & Chateaux
Hotel Marques de Riscal
6 – 9
San Sebastian
Highlights: Beaches, San Telmo Museum, Pintxo Bars
Villa Soro
Hotel Maria Cristina
9 – 11
Bilbao
Highlights: Guggenheim Museum, Casco Viejo, La Ribera Market, Gastronomy
Hotel Miro Bilbao
Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao
11 – 11
Madrid
Highlights: Royal Palace, Prado & Sofia Reina Museum, El Retiro Park, Gran Via

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 – 4

International Arrival

Your English-speaking chauffeur will meet you at the Madrid airport and accompany you to your hotel in a private vehicle

3 Nights

Madrid

The beautiful city of Madrid serves the global traveler an amalgamation of Spain’s glorious history and modern culture on a platter. From the medieval heights of the Spanish monarchy to its modern monarchs in the football clubs of Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, this Spanish capital has seen it all! Madrid is an art lover’s paradise, with museums and galleries lined with old masters and contemporary talent. Begin with the famous trio of Museo del Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza for a taste of Goya and Velázquez, as well as works of Picasso, Dalí and Miró. The landscaped gardens and boulevards lined with baroque mansions are a fitting frame for the lively tapas bars, trendy restaurants and taverns overflowing with good food and wine. All set to the pulsating beats of flamencos and Madrid’s reggaeton: Buena Vida!

Hotel options

URSO Hotel & Spa – Opt 1
Room Urso Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Hospes Puerta de Alcala – Opt 2
Room Dreamer Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Day 4 – 6

Your English-speaking chauffeur will drive you from Madrid to La Rioja Region in a private vehicle (Duration: 3.5 hrs)

2 Nights

La Rioja Region

La Rioja Region is marked by idyllic vineyards watered by the Ebro River, the lovely Cantabrian Mountains with the river valley below, and vast open blue skies. This northern Spanish region is best known for its full-bodied Spanish red wines, produced in wineries ranging from large commercial setups to small, local wine cellars. The most prominent town in the region is Haro and in summer, you can catch the Haro Wine Festival, which features the iconic Batalla del Vino or battle of the wines! The hoary monasteries of Suso and Yuso in the old town of San Millán de la Cogolla are worth a visit, as is the imposing Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Sign up for wine tasting sessions at the local bodegas (wineries) and explore the region’s UNESCO World Heritage monasteries and cathedrals to savor its diverse charms.

Hotel options

Hotel Echaurren Relais & Chateaux – Opt 1
Room Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Hotel Marques de Riscal – Opt 2
Room Deluxe Gehry Guest Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Heritage
Day 6 – 9

Your English-speaking chauffeur will drive you from La Rioja Region to San Sebastian in a private vehicle (Duration: 2.5 hrs)

3 Nights

San Sebastian

San Sebastian, a stylish seaside town, enjoys a vibrant cultural scene throughout the year and is arguably the best destination for food connoisseurs! Come here to catch the many music festivals and Basque folk fests as well as the International Film Festival overflowing with cinema celebrities from across the world. The best seafood and fresh produce from the Spanish mainland are to be found here, often converted into bite-sized art forms at pintxos bars around the Old Town. In fact, San Sebastian is dotted with more Michelin star restaurants than any other city in the world! The waterfront promenades circling the Bay of Biscay perfectly frame the sandy beaches and North Atlantic surf kissing the shores of this resort town. The city’s landscaped parks, ornate buildings, the old town and lovely plazas form a beautiful backdrop to the energetic vibes from its beachfront revelry.

Hotel options

Villa Soro – Opt 1
Room Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Heritage
Hotel Maria Cristina – Opt 2
Room Deluxe Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Day 9 – 11

Your English-speaking chauffeur will drive you from San Sebastian to Bilbao in a private vehicle (Duration: 1.5 hrs)

2 Nights

Bilbao

Bilbao is a sunny port city celebrated for its urban architecture of soaring skyscrapers, cultural centers and museums such as Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, offset by a coastal landscape and towering cathedrals. Perhaps the best way to explore this northern Basque city is to go bar hopping as the locals do, nibbling on pintxos and downing glasses of txakoli, the sparkling white wine of the region. Despite its modern avatar, Bilbao offers a surprising level of natural beauty with the Nervión River meandering through town, the waterside promenades, parks and tree-lined avenues, all framed by the rolling Iberian hills in the background. Catch a football game at the Estadio San Mamés, followed by tortillas de bacalao washed down with cider at a rustic tavern tucked among the cobbled streets of the old town.

Hotel options

Hotel Miro Bilbao – Opt 1
Room Urban Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao – Opt 2
Room Superior Double Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Day 11 – 11

Your English-speaking chauffeur will drive you from Bilbao to Madrid in a private vehicle (Duration: 4 hrs)

Madrid

The beautiful city of Madrid serves the global traveler an amalgamation of Spain’s glorious history and modern culture on a platter. From the medieval heights of the Spanish monarchy to its modern monarchs in the football clubs of Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, this Spanish capital has seen it all! Madrid is an art lover’s paradise, with museums and galleries lined with old masters and contemporary talent. Begin with the famous trio of Museo del Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza for a taste of Goya and Velázquez, as well as works of Picasso, Dalí and Miró. The landscaped gardens and boulevards lined with baroque mansions are a fitting frame for the lively tapas bars, trendy restaurants and taverns overflowing with good food and wine. All set to the pulsating beats of flamencos and Madrid’s reggaeton: Buena Vida!

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $7,790 USD / person

Option 2

From $9,790 USD / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
  • Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
  • Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Visa and tourism fees
  • Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
  • International airfare

What Our Guests Say

We used Enchanting Travels to help us plan a big graduation trip for my two sons. There was 6 of us in total and we had the perfect blend of activity/tours/sightseeing as well as free time to explore Spain and Switzerland. We had a perfect trip; all the details were thought of and there were no worries or stress throughout our travels. I would recommend them to anyone looking for help planning a European vacation!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Daphne Fleck

USA

Enchanting Travels is a great way to go! Travel plans are made according to our own desires yet with the expertise of well travelled guidance. We were grateful for having a point of contact during our trip. It gave us reassurance that we had someone to call for questions and emergencies. Our trip to Spain went without a hitch! We appreciated the itinerary that was suggested and that we followed. The whole trip plan was right on. We had the best time ever!!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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David Cook

USA

First and foremost – A huge shout out to Nurit for how incredible she is! We love her! She, not only listens – truly listens, she is an amazing person and now a friend:) We appreciate her and trust her – which is so important! She was very patient and understanding throughout the process and made things work that we were wanting to do! The entire process is so simple and alleviates so much undo stress that is associated with traveling. You all know the areas – the places to go – where to go and when, etc. The transfers to and from airport, train station, excursions and hotels were a huge help! We will work with you all again and again! Also, Tanisha and team were and are GREAT – they were on top of responding to us when needed throughout the entire trip. Very good about getting right back always! Last minute questions were answered throughout the entire trip and if we needed to adjust anything she and the team were on it! Thank you! Thanks overall for a great trip – we are working on our next one now 🙂 100% recommend to anyone traveling! Tracy and Michayla George
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Tracy George

USA

Enchanting truly makes your trip an enchanting experience!! I have used them a few times with the same results. They are all so nice and willing to work with you and make it that very special experience
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Ranjani Chandramouli

USA

Everything was perfectly planned and executed! Everyone was putting their best effort to please us!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Pablo Paramo Sierra

Mexico

This experience was great! I can’t say enough positive things. The accommodations were beautiful and interactions with everyone was also helpful and pleasant.
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Nancy Nye

USA

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