From Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika half-day tour
4.72,501 reviews
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6-hour guided trip from Bilbao to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the fishing village of Mundaka and Gernika, in a standard, small or private group. Rated 4.7/5 from 2,501 reviews.
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Small group
- English, Spanish
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- San Juan de Gaztelugatxe entry included
- Guided visits in Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika
- Air-conditioned transport
- Small-group or private option
- Guide in English and Spanish
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Our take
It is the most compact way to see the three must-sees of the Bizkaia coast without giving up a whole day. A 4.7 rating from thousands of reviews speaks well of the guides; if you can, pick the small group so the Gaztelugatxe climb feels less crowded.
What's included
- Entry to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
- Guided visits in Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika
- Air-conditioned transport
- Bilingual, small-group or private option (chosen at booking)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (not on the bilingual option)
Not included
- Lunch
- Rain gear and umbrellas
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Rain jacket or warm layer depending on the weather
Not suitable for
- People with reduced mobility
- Wheelchair users
- People with low fitness
Things to keep in mind
- Gaztelugatxe has 241 steps between the bridge and the hermitage
- Minimum of 2 adults (4 on the bilingual option); otherwise you are offered another date, another tour or a refund
- Lunch is not included
Meeting point
Puppy sculpture, in front of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
The guide waits by Puppy, the Guggenheim's flower dog. Some options include hotel pickup; your voucher shows which applies.
The experience
What you will see
- San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the islet hermitage made famous as Dragonstone.
- Mundaka, a seafaring village inside the Urdaibai biosphere reserve.
- Gernika, with its tree and the memory of the bombing that inspired Picasso.
How it works
You meet the guide by the Guggenheim's Puppy (or get picked up at your hotel on some options). The first stop is Gaztelugatxe, around two hours to cross the bridge and climb to the hermitage. Then come an hour and a half in Mundaka and another hour and a half in Gernika before heading back to Bilbao.
Who I recommend it for
- Travellers short on time who want the essentials of the Bizkaia coast.
- Anyone who prefers a small or private group with comfortable transport.
Who I don't recommend it for
- People with reduced mobility: there are many stairs and uneven ground.
- Anyone who also wants Bermeo or a wine tasting: full-day trips cover that.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility because of the stairs and uneven ground.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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