From Bilbao: Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and San Sebastián
Day trip from Bilbao to the French Basque Country and San Sebastián: Biarritz, the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, free lunch time in San Sebastián and the Mount Igueldo viewpoint, with a Basque sweet tasting. Rated 4.7/5 from 898 reviews.
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Photo credits
- W. Bulach, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Calips, CC BY-SA 3.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Rodelar, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Nicolas G. Mertens, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Calips, CC BY-SA 3.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Ermell, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
Practical details
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Biarritz, the royals' seaside resort
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz and its harbour
- San Sebastián with time for lunch
- Views from Mount Igueldo
- Basque sweet tasting
Our take
Two countries in a day from Bilbao: Biarritz's glamour, Saint-Jean-de-Luz's harbour and San Sebastián. It costs more than other trips, but groups tend to be smaller and the Igueldo view is one of the best in northern Spain.
What's included
- Guide
- Transport by minivan or coach
- Mount Igueldo access
- Basque sweet tasting
Not included
- Lunch
- Hotel pick-up
Good to know
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
Not suitable for
- People with reduced mobility
- Wheelchair users
Things to keep in mind
- You enter France: bring valid ID
- You get an hour each in Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz
- Lunch is on your own in San Sebastián
Meeting point
Meliá Bilbao hotel, Calle Lehendakari Leizaola, 29, Bilbao.
There's a second stop at the Sercotel Coliseo. Your voucher shows yours and the time.
The experience
What you will see
- Biarritz and its Grande Plage.
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz harbour.
- San Sebastián and the view from Igueldo.
How it works
You're picked up in central Bilbao, spend an hour in Biarritz and another in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, have lunch in San Sebastián and finish at the Igueldo viewpoint before heading back.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone wanting to see the French Basque Country.
- Anyone after a varied day without driving.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone wanting more time at each stop.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
How long at each stop?
Do I need a passport?
Is lunch included?
What's the view from Igueldo?
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