Offbeat Spain - Basque Country Experience

This tour originates from Madrid.

Package Description

With its own language, its own culinary traditions, and a distinct geographic and cultural landscape, the Basque Country lets you experience offbeat Spain

An offbeat side of Spain, Basque Country (Euskadi) an autonomous community in northern Spain has strong cultural traditions, a celebrated cuisine and a distinct language that pre-dates the Romance languages.

The vibrant riverside city of Bilbao is a hub of architecture and design, where gritty factories and shipyards give way to cutting-edge landmarks such as the titanium-clad Guggenheim Museum along a revitalized waterfront. 

San Sebastian, an urban city with three beaches, is considered one of the best places to eat in the world and is famous for its Basque Country cuisine. Come visit this offbeat side of Spain

Discover more of Offbeat Spain – Basque Country Experience with our 8 Nights/9 Days Package

This package covers Madrid (2N), Bilbao (2N), San Sebastian (2N) and Barcelona (2N)


Ideal season for the tour

The best time to go to the Basque country is in June or September. It’s warmer, less wet, and you’ll avoid the higher prices – and swelling crowds – of the summer holidays.


Package Highlights

  • Competitive pricing
  • Hosts approved by the local tourism board
  • Private tours with local experience and ample leisure time
  • Quality checked stays and coordinated transfers
  • We do the research so that you don’t have to spend hours online

Regular market packages for Spain are mostly focused on city hopping and regular heritage site visits. SelfRoadiez invites you to think beyond the normal and explore the vibrant side of Spain with focus on unexplored areas and experiential tours.

Tour Duration

8 Nights/9 Days

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This tour originates from Madrid.
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Itinerary

Day 1: Madrid Arrival and Sightseeing

Upon arrival at Madrid, our representative shall receive you at the airport and you shall be transferred from the airport to the hotel in Madrid.

After check-in at the hotel, proceed for sightseeing of Madrid based on a hop on hop off bus.

Highlights: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Habsburg old quarter, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid Stadium, Santiago Bernabéu (tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Madrid.

Day 2: Madrid: Toledo Excursion

Toledo is one of the Spanish cities with the greatest wealth of monuments. It is known as the “City of the three cultures” because Christians, Arabs, and Jews lived there together for centuries. Behind its walls, Toledo preserves an artistic and cultural legacy in the form of churches, palaces, fortresses, mosques and synagogues, all part of the World Heritage Site of Toledo.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a half day Toledo excursion. 

Overnight stay at the hotel in Madrid.

Day 3: Madrid -> Bilbao

The great architectural and infrastructure projects have been the driving force of the urban and economic regeneration of the city; the Bilbao Guggenheim Museum, the Euskalduna conference and music center, and the Norman Foster's underground.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and private transfer to Madrid train station to take the train to Bilbao.

Upon arrival at Bilbao, private transfer to the hotel and check-in.

Later proceed for Bilbao sightseeing based on a hop on- hop off bus.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Bilbao.

Day 4: Bilbao Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the day at leisure.

It is a perfect day to visit the Guggenheim Museum, designed by the American architect Frank O. Gehry.

This avant-garde building is a magnificent place to display masterpieces of modern and contemporary art. The Guggenheim also offers a series of activities for visitors who wish to broaden their knowledge of art.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Bilbao.

Day 5: Bilbao –> San Sebastián

Framed by golden beaches and lush hillsides, San Sebastián has undeniable allure, from its venerable dining scene to its grand architecture and packed cultural calendar.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and private transfer to Bilbao bus station to take the bus to San Sebastián. Upon arrival, private transfer to the hotel and check-in.

Later proceed for sightseeing of San Sebastián based on a hop on- hop off bus.

During this tour, you will see the emblem of Donostia-San Sebastián, La Concha beach. you can stop and walk through Zurriola beach and La Concha beach. Marvel at the Kursaal with the original structure of this emblematic building.

Overnight at hotel in San Sebastián.

Day 6: San Sebastián Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for pintxos tasting tour in San Sebastián.

You shall dive straight into the culinary heart of the city for eating and drinking unlike any you’ve ever experienced.

From grilled prawns to line-caught baby squid to perfectly charred steak, the pintxo hunt changes daily but always features a range of traditional spots and chic, avant-garde bars.  They pair each pintxo with the perfect pour, from cider to local whites and reds.

Overnight at hotel in San Sebastián.

Day 7: San Sebastián -> Barcelona

After breakfast at the hotel, checkout and private transfer to San Sebastián train station to take the train to Barcelona. Upon arrival, private transfer to the hotel and check-in.

Later proceed for sightseeing of Barcelona based on a hop on- hop off bus.

The key sights and world-famous attractions of this fantastic city are included on the tour including the Gothic quarter which is the center of the old city of Barcelona, the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Casa Batlló, Casa Mila and Park Güell. The work of architect Antoni Gaudi can be seen throughout the city.

Overnight at the hotel in Barcelona.

Day 8: Barcelona: Montserrat Excursion

Montserrat, an imposing rocky outcrop, is the holy mountain of Catalonia, which houses the revered image of the black virgin.

After breakfast at the hotel proceed for the half-day Montserrat excursion on regular basis.

Overnight at the hotel in Barcelona.

Day 9: Barcelona Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and private transfer to the airport.

Tour inclusions

  • Accommodation for 2 nights at 3* hotel in Madrid
  • Accommodation for 2 nights at 3* hotel in Bilbao
  • Accommodation for 2 nights at 3* hotel in San Sebastián
  • Accommodation for 2 nights at 3* hotel in Barcelona
  • Buffet breakfast throughout your stay
  • Airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services:
    • Hop on hop off bus tour of Madrid with one day ticket
    • Half-day Toledo excursion
    • Hop on hop off bus tour of Bilbao with one day ticket
    • Hop on hop off bus tour of San Sebastián with one day ticket
    • Hop on hop off bus tour of Barcelona with one day ticket
    • Pintxos tasting tour
    • Half-day Montserrat excursion

Tour exclusions

  • GST @ 5% on the package pricing
  • International or local flights
  • Train tickets between the cities of visit
  • Spain visa processing charges
  • Entry fees to monuments and attractions and local city taxes
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages with meals.
  • Expenses of personal nature (tips, porterage etc.)
 

Terms & Conditions

  • The itinerary mentioned here is indicative and the final itinerary might vary as per the client preferences.
  • The rates mentioned (if any) is been based on an estimated price for the season and bookings will be made after discussions for the customization.
  • The actual rates might vary based on the availability on the exact travel date, actual flight charges and currency exchange rates on the date of booking.
  • Flights and visa charges are optional and can be booked by the client directly if required so. SelfRoadiez can provide the same if requested by the client

Cancellation policy

Cancellation charges will vary for specific destinations and seasons. For flight inclusive packages, the cancellation policy of the respective airline will take precedence. Below is the general guideline for cancellations:

  • From booking date till 31 days prior to departure - 20 % of Package Cost
  • 16 to 30 Days prior to departure - 40% of Package Cost
  • Less than 24 hrs to 15 Days prior to departure - 100% of Package Cost.
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