6-Day Bilbao & Santander Self-Drive Tour from Bilbao

In Santander

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£636 pp
6 days
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6-Day Bilbao & Santander Self-Drive Tour from Bilbao
The northern regions of Spain are often less spoiled by tourism and less known to foreign visitors, however, the north of Spain boasts some of the most fascinating places in the country - amazing mountainous landscapes to charming beaches, friendly people, top-notch gastronomy and expansive nature preserves. This tour takes you to some of the finest places to visit in Spain for an incredible northern adventure. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Santander: Without a doubt, one of the most elegant and beautiful cities on the northern coast of Spain. Pintxos: The symbol of Basque gastronomy. Original, tasty tapas/snacks usually accompanied by a small glass of beer (zurito) or wine (txikito). More than food, it is a tradition. Mercado de la Ribera (Bilbao): A charming produce market in the heart of the old town, alongside Bilbao’s estuary. Built in 1929 and covering 10,000 square metres, it is considered one of the largest indoor markets in Europe.
Private tour

What's included

  • CAR HIRE INCLUDED:
  • - Applicable local taxes (VAT)
  • - Basic and Super Collision Damage Waiver (CDW, SCWD)
  • - Vehicle theft (STP)
  • - Full-Full petrol rate
  • - Supercover (cover against damage without excess except windows or wheels)
  • - Road assistance 24-hour telephone service
  • BREAKFAST
  • 5 nights' accommodation
  • - Unlimited mileage

What's not included

  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry,...
  • Drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the included section
  • National or International flights
  • All types of insurance except mentioned car insurance
  • Entry visas to Spain and Gibraltar (if applicable)
  • Entrance tickets to any venue, museum or activity.
  • NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:
  • - Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving
  • - Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers,
  • petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle
  • - Damage to the engine through negligence.
  • - Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition.
  • - Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the Influence of alcohol or drugs
  • - Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility
  • of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of a fine being received,
  • there will be an administration charge
  • - Return to another office if the distance is greater than 300 km
  • - Each additional driver fee
  • - Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc).
  • - No insurance cover in Gibraltar.

Itinerary

  1. ARRIVAL BILBAO
  2. BILBAO - GUERNIKA - SAN SEBASTIÁN - BILBAO (230km - 3hrs)
  3. BILBAO – SANTANDER (100km – 1.5hrs)
  4. SANTANDER – SANTILLA DEL MAR - COMILLAS - SANTANDER (105km - 1.5hrs)
  5. SANTANDER - BILBAO (100km - 1.5hrs)
  6. DEPARTURE BILBAO

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Day 1: Collect your car upon arrival at Bilbao airport and get ready for the city´s exploration.
End point
Day 1: Collect your car upon arrival at Bilbao airport and get ready for the city´s exploration.

Practical information

Operated by
Destination Services Spain
Travellers per booking
1–3
Confirmation
INSTANT_THEN_MANUAL

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Important notes

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Drivers age from 26 to 75 years old (must have had their driver´s licence for a minimum of one year)
  • Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s licence together with the original from their country of origin.
  • If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused days
  • Deposit credit card Visa or MasterCard only
  • Accident/theft reporting must be notified within 48hours of incident
  • In cases where, following the return of the vehicle, additional cleaning is required due to the car being dirty beyond the level expected from normal vehicle use, an additional charge shall apply, against evidence of the cost of the service provided
  • What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Spain. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent in summer can be very useful during your stay.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 144 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.