Gaztelugatxe and Picasso: wonderful combination!
Duration
7.5 hours
Description
Learn about Basque history by visiting the legendary Gernika tree and the tragic bombing Discover the Basque region that surrounds Bilbao called Biscay (Bizkaia in Basque language) during a full-day trip from San Sebastian. Fall in love with the charming 10th century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and climb its 241 stairs to get to the top and enjoy its magnificent views. Game of Thrones' 7th season was shot here, so find yourself at Dragonstone!
After a little break to have a rest learn about Basque history by visiting the legendary Gernika tree and the tragic bombing of the village during the Spanish civil war. Picasso´s Gernika portrayal will be visited along the way.
The tour is conducted in bilingual (English and Spanish), so our guides will speak both languages simultaneously.
Approximate itinerary
9:00 Pick up and departure from San Sebastian
10:30 Short hike to viewpoint of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
11:30 Arrival in Mundaka and walk along the pier and estuary of the Urdaibai river
12:30 Arrival in Gernika and lunch. Walk through Assembly Hall, market and air shelters
5:00 Drop off in San Sebastian
Included
Not included
Highlights