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Self Drive from Spain’s Basque Country to Catalonia

San Sebastian, Basque Country & Bilbao

Best time to travel
Apr – Oct
Ideal length
10 nights
Perfect for
Couples
From (incl flights)
€3,799 pp

At a glance

  • International flights from Dublin to Bilbao and home from Barcelona.
  • Private airport transfer as well as 8 days’ pre-arranged car rental, in an VW Golf or similar.
  • 10 nights’ luxury accommodation in San Sebastián, Bizkaia and Barcelona.
  • Privately guided culture and history tours of Bilbao and Barcelona.
  • Enjoy a private pintxos tour and chef-led traditional Basque cookery class in San Sebastián as well as a wine tasting in Barcelona.
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Introduction

On the borders of Spain and France lies the most perfect holiday destination for food and culture lovers, Basque Country. This stand-alone area possesses its own truly unique culture and is home to the oldest, still-spoken language in Europe, Euskera. With a spectacularly vibrant landscape of green garbed valleys plunging into the Bay of Biscay and magical villages sprinkled throughout, this region has a lot to offer. Food is where Basque Country really excels, combining both French and Spanish inspired specialities for a delicious cuisine exclusive to the locality. This suggested itinerary is a tailored self drive experience, allowing you to explore vast expanses of Basque Country as we guide you to your luxury accommodations and to some of the must-sees of the region.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Bilbao.

Your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your luxury hotel in the heart of San Sebastián, where you will spend four nights. Start by relaxing by the rooftop pool, taking in breathtaking views over the city and bay.

Laze on the beach.

Enjoy easy access to the beach for some rest and relaxation before heading back to the hotel to meet your private guide. From here, set out on a pintxos tour, sampling some of San Sebastián’s most delicious culinary delights in our favourite eateries across the city.

Private beach, Verdura Resort
Take a Basque cookery class.

Learn the secrets of traditional Basque cookery, known for its high-quality ingredients and traditional recipes. Led by a professional chef, it is a spectacular way to truly indulge in and get to know the local cuisine.

Take a Basque cookery class
Pick up your rental car and head east to Bizkaia.

Here you will spend three nights in the heart of Basque Country’s Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Venture to one of the many beaches for a day of sun-soaking or wander along the scenic riverside trails.

Castillo de Arteaga
Take a private tour of the beautiful city of Bilbao.

A port city, surrounded by verdant forests, mountains and beaches, Bilbao is colloquially known as the capital of Basque Country. Admire the ancient architecture and art while learning about the importance of Bilbao in the Bay of Biscay.

Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao
Your last stop is the magnificent city of Barcelona.

Your elegant hotel welcomes you, boasting many luxury facilities in the heart of Barcelona. Visit the rooftop for a picturesque dip in the pool or head to one of the hotel restaurants for a decadent taste of Barcelona.

El Palace, Barcelona
Explore the city on an electric bike.

Pedal along the coast, from Barcelona to Serralada Natural Park, enjoying the sites from the comfort of your seat before reaching a family-run winery, where you will visit the cellar and stroll through the vineyards before a wine-tasting.

Vineyard
Drive to the international airport for your flight home.

Drop off your rental car and board your flight. Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Hotel Lasala Plaza

Hotel Lasala Plaza

Set in the heart of San Sebastián, Hotel Lasala lies within an elegantly restored building along Plaza Lasala. In contrast with its traditional exterior, interiors are stylishly decorated.

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Castillo de Arteaga

Castillo de Arteaga

Castillo de Arteaga’s luxury boutique hotel lies in the heart of Basque Country’s Urdaibai Nature Reserve. Holding a wealth of history, the property is set within an imposing neo-gothic building.

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El Palace Hotel

El Palace Hotel

Located in the epicentre of the historic and beautiful city of Barcelona lies the luxurious El Palace Hotel. Brilliant opulence awaits around every corner.

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What people are saying

We just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your team for organising our fabulous trip to Florence. The hotel was superb and in a brilliant location. Our tour guide was excellent – the wealth of information and knowledge he had was wonderful. The transport to and from the airport was always on time.  We loved every minute of it!

 

Lisa & family – Florence, 2022

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