Day trip to French Basque Coast and San Sebastian from Bilbao
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Discover the French Basque Country from Bilbao on a full-day excursion with a bilingual guide.
Start in Bayonne, exploring the Old Town, the Nive River, and the Gothic cathedral while learning about its medieval history and local traditions.
Continue to Biarritz, known for its Atlantic elegance and surf culture, visiting landmarks like Rocher de la Vierge and Grande Plage, with free time for lunch (not included in the price). On the way back, stop in San Sebastian to explore the historic center and La Concha Bay, discovering its gastronomy and pintxos culture.
Transportation and guide included, perfect for experiencing historic towns, coastal scenery, and the essence of the French Basque Country in one day.
Free cancellation
What's included
- Bilingual tour (English and Spanish)
- Transport
- Expert guide
What's not included
- Rain clothes
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
- Bayonne: Enjoy a guided visit through the historic old town, along the banks of the Nive River, and to its Gothic cathedral, uncovering the city’s medieval past, festive traditions, and the legacy of the Bayonne corsairs. (1h 30min)
- Guests can enjoy a guided tour of the famous Grande Plage, taking in the elegant seaside atmosphere, the surf culture, and the architectural highlights of Biarritz’s coastline. (10 min)
- Visitors will admire the iconic Rocher de la Vierge, a stunning rocky outcrop with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, and learn about its cultural and historical significance (10 min)
- Visitors will admire the iconic bay, its beaches, and coastal scenery, while gaining insights into the city’s gastronomic heritage and famous pintxos culture. (10 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Puppy (a floral sculpture in the shape of a dog) at the Guggenheim Museum. Address: Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 63, Abando, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.
End point
Meet your guide at the Puppy (a floral sculpture in the shape of a dog) at the Guggenheim Museum. Address: Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 63, Abando, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Local Experts Tours
- Max group size
- 45 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- en, es
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In the event that your booking does not reach the minimum of 4 participants required to operate the tour, the procedure is as follows: Three days before the date of your tour, we will send you an email so that you can decide whether you wish to wait until the last day or if you prefer to change to one of the alternatives with guaranteed departure that we propose. If you wish to change your tour, simply confirm by replying to that email and we will arrange the change. If you prefer to wait until the last minute to see if more bookings come in from other customers, you do not need to reply to the message; the team will keep you informed of any developments. If, by the deadline, the day before the tour at 4:30 p.m., the minimum number of 4 participants has not been reached, we will notify you of the cancellation of your booking and proceed to refund 100% of the value of your booking.
- If there are children included in the booking, three days before the tour we will contact you by email to confirm their weight and height and to select the appropriate child seat for the car.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 10 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.