Bilbao, Guggenheim, and Gaztelugatxe: Small Group with Lunch
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4.8 (202)
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EUR 238.00

9 hours


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Overview

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day, small-group, guided tour. Get picked up at your hotel or apartment and set out to see the 10th-century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Stroll through the old town of Bilbao and along the riverbank to explore the striking Guggenheim Museum with an audio guide. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

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Ratings & Reviews

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Great tour

U6808PIjackiec, Aug 2026

Tour guide was excellent in providing lots of information about Bilbao, Gaztelugatxe, and Guggenheim. He was attentive and very kind. I did find it strange he didn't ask my kids' names or even ask where we were visiting from, but perhaps he was more focused on informing us during the tour. The tour itself was great. One thing to note is that the hike to Gaztelugatxe is on a dirt path for about an hour, so wear closed toed shoes. The hike then back up to the car is about 40min and quite steep and you climb at least 800+ vertical feet. On hot days, do not forget water, hat and a fan. We were dripping sweat at the end and our legs were shaky. We only had about 45min at Guggenheim - would've loved a little more time there. Overall it was a very good tour and would book again.

Very good tour to see San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and Bilbao in one day

jimenao794, Jul 2026

We enjoyed the experience a lot. Everything was well organized and the van was comfortable. Our guide, Alby, was very kind and attentive throughout the entire tour. He was always willing to answer questions and make sure the group enjoyed the experience. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe was what I liked the most. It is an impressive place and it is definitely worth visiting. The Guggenheim Museum is also a highly recommended stop. You just have to consider that the visit to the museum is quick; if your intention is to go through all the exhibitions calmly, it might be better to visit it on your own. But if what you are looking for is to get to know Bilbao and its main attractions in a single day, this tour is a very good option.

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Adventurer311588, Jul 2026

On the whole a very positive experience. On booking I did not realise what was involved in visiting Gaztelugatze, otherwise I wouldn’t have gone. Far too demanding on such a hot day. Guide was very accommodating, as others felt the same. Not enough free time in Bilbao . Guggenheim was a very good experience

We had to do a late...

Chris_C, Jul 2026

We had to do a late minute cancel as bags were lost and we had nothing to wear. The company was not helpful with trying to rearrange or do a different tour. They just kept my $1000.

Itinerary

  • San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

    10:30am Hike through the route of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

    2 hours
  • Bilbao

    1:00pm Arrival in Bilbao, walk through the Old Town (Arenal, Barria Square, Theater Arriaga and La Ribera Market)

    3 hours
  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

    3:30pm Access to the Guggenheim Museum (with audio guide). Ticket is included (if option selected).

    2 hours
    Admission Included
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Location

Address

Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 20002 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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Experience

Highlights

  • See cliff-top San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Dragonstone in "Game of Thrones"
  • Explore Bilbao on foot, including the old town and the Guggenheim
  • Relax over lunch at a traditional restaurant
  • Door-to-door transfers keep life simple—in a small group for minimal waiting
  • Inclusions

    • Local guide
    • Guggenheim Museum tickets (exception: Bilingual group (no tickets) option)
    • Transportation in a private vehicle with A/C
    • Hotel Pick up and Drop off (included just in small tour option)
    • Lunch (included just in small tour option)
    • Gaztelugatxe tickets included for all tour options

    Exclusions

    • Rain clothes and umbrellas

    Additional Information

    • 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
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children and infants must be accompanied by an adult.
    • Small group: Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
    • We strongly recommend to bring sport shoes and a spare Tshirt in case you want to climb the stairs all the way to the top of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage.
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Important: At all times, the advice given at access points must be followed, and the measures and recommendations established by health authorities should be respected. It is recommended to check the weather forecast for the day of the visit (Euskalmet) and to follow the authorities' recommendations in case of extreme weather events. On days with an orange alert and to avoid health incidents, it is advised not to hike up to the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage during the affected hours. In any case, it is recommended to take self-protection measures, such as wearing comfortable and suitable footwear, protecting yourself from the sun, and staying properly hydrated.
    • 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.
    • A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead (minimum of 4 adults for the bilingual group option). If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
    • Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
    • We can pick you up at any hotel/apartment of your convenience in San Sebastian. Please provide name and address. After booking we will send you a confirmation email (the bilingual group does not inlcude this service).

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    EUR 238.00