Discover Euskadi Basque Country Grand Tour

You are about to embark on an unforgettable adventure in the Basque Country.

How about starting by exploring its stunning coastline?

Stage 1.
Embraced by the coast: 3 essential stops

GETXO

This town will charm you with its elegant architecture, breathtaking cliffs and relaxing beaches..

URDAIBAI BIOSPHERE RESERVE

Surrounded by picturesque coastal villages, lush nature and unique beaches, it will become your favourite. In fact, here you will find the famous San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, star of Game of Thrones.

GERNIKA

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Tree of Gernika, the emblem of Basque freedom.

Stage 2.
From Lekeitio to Zarautz: the blue and green Basque Country

MUTRIKU

This wonderful fishermen’s village will surprise you, as it has a history deeply rooted in whaling.

DEBA

This beautiful spot is part of the amazing Basque Coast Geopark, which offers unique Flysch rock formations and a vast cultural heritage.

ZUMAIA

You will enjoy beaches such as Itzurun, whose spectacular cliffs were stunning in the seventh season of Game of Thrones.

Step 3.
With great pleasure: from Zarautz to Donostia San Sebastián

ORIO

Don’t miss the opportunity to stroll through its medieval town centre and visit the hermitage of San Martín on Camino de Santiago.

PASAIA

The place where tradition merges with the sea. This picturesque town will surprise you through its rich maritime legacy. Its colorful houses narrate its history. Did you know that this was the main whaling port in Europe and the starting point of the great Basque expeditions to Newfoundland?

Did you know that this was the main whaling port in Europe and the starting point of the great Basque expeditions to Newfoundland?

HONDARRIBIA

It is one of the most charming corners of the Basque coast. Discover how its history and beauty are intertwined in its old town with stunning views of the sea. The church of Santa Maria, the castle of Charles V and the town hall are mandatory stops on your visit. But you should also stop to admire its walls and the urban beach that add a wonderful charm.

Enjoy these stages one bite at a time.

You must delight yourself with the jewels of the local cuisine: the emblematic Bacalao al Pil Pil, the authentic Marmitako, the Verdel, with a history deeply rooted in the town of Mutriku, or the sea bream Orio style, which is a spectacle. Every bite tastes of the Cantabrian Sea!

To whet your appetite nothing better than anchovies, popular throughout the area; regain strength enjoying the pintxos, those small culinary delights that adorn the bars of all bars; do not forget to taste the Getaria peas, so tender and characteristic that even the smallest ones will like them.

And a good toast with natural cider or Txakoli!