GUGGENHEIM and BASQUE COAST - Private Cultural Adventure
Overview
Inclusions
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Entry/Admission - Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Gernika-Lumo, Gernika-Lumo, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
The French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau wrote: “Gernika is the happiest town in the world. Their affairs are governed by a board of peasants that meets under an oak tree and always makes the fairest decisions ”. And here we go, to the city bombed by Nazi planes in 1937 that inspired one of the most well-known paintings in the world, Picasso’s mural-sized “Guernica”. We will visit the city and, of course, the tree under which the (we hope) “fairer decisions” are made.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, Urdaibai, Vizcaya, Spain
Memorize this name: ‘Urdaibai’ and try to pronounce it well (it’s not easy, we know) because you won’t forget it. Declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, Urdaibai is a large estuary at which mountains, rivers, the sea and large stretches of sand come together. Depending on the tide and time of day, the landscape (and the dozens of birds that inhabit it) may be radically different.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mundaka, Mundaka, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
We’ll also stop at Mundaka, a hot spot on the world's ‘surfaris’ routes: its beach has one of the most (possibly the most) perfect waves on the planet, with a left-hand break. At the fronton of this adorable fishing village, we’ll challenge you to a Basque pelota match - the real thing, played with bare hands and a ball that looks like stone.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Mirador -San Juan Gaztelugatxe- Behatokia, Kalea Arene Pelaio Deuna, 35TRI, 48370, Bizkaia, Spain
Some call it “Dragonstone, ” but its name is San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, an islet connected to the ground by a line of 241 stairs and crowned by a hermitage. Gaztelugatxe became ultra-famous after appearing in the Games Of Thrones series disguised as Dragonstone: Though the 'castle' is a CGI effect, everything else (dizzying cliffs, sharp rocks, flocks of birds, the noise of the sea ...) is rabidly real .
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Abandoibarra Et. 2, 48001 Bilbao Spain
The people of Bilbao have always claimed that their city was the capital of the world. When the Guggenheim museum opened in 1997, that prophecy came true and the building became an architectural phenomenon whose influence has spilled over into the rest of the city. The people of Bilbao say that the museum is actually the “doghouse” of Puppy, the iconic statue that welcomes you at the entrance (Basque ironic mode on). We’ll get to know the building and its main works of contemporary art.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Wheelchair accessibility is extra paid - contact for details
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Our vehicles and offices are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with the cleaning and disinfection protocol certified by the Institute for Spanish Tourism Quality (ICTE). We also use an ozone air purification treatment in our vehicles before every tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Ernes un excelente guía, lo que más me gustó es que fue flexible con el itinerario y los horarios, el tour muy bonito y se corona con la visita al Guggenheim. El auto súper súper limpio y cómodo. Volvería a contratar un tour con ellos sin duda!
Ernes un excelente guía, lo que más me gustó es que fue flexible con el itinerario y los horarios, el tour muy bonito y se corona con la visita al Guggenheim. El auto súper súper limpio y cómodo. Volvería a contratar un tour con ellos sin duda!This was the best tour we have had in Europe. Daniel was wonderful. Our guide Daniel, was nice, well informed, kept the perfect pace, and was a pleasure to spend the day with. The car was very nice. Loved the stops along the way and the Guggenheim visit and lunch.
This was the best tour we have had in Europe. Daniel was wonderful. Our guide Daniel, was nice, well informed, kept the perfect pace, and was a pleasure to spend the day with. The car was very nice. Loved the stops along the way and the Guggenheim visit and lunch.I want to give 10 stars to Ikusnahi (Curiosity) Tours - and Tour Designer - Ernes. From the architecture and wonders of the Guggenheim to the incredible San Sebastian and Hondarribia, we didn't leave a stone unturned. Hiking up to monasteries, city-biking around cities, e-biking up and down mou...
I want to give 10 stars to Ikusnahi (Curiosity) Tours - and Tour Designer - Ernes. From the architecture and wonders of the Guggenheim to the incredible San Sebastian and Hondarribia, we didn't leave a stone unturned. Hiking up to monasteries, city-biking around cities, e-biking up and down mountain ranges, and walking the beaches of the French Basque countryside, the views, history, geography and conversation were never-ending. We ate incredible Pintxos, toured the lush Rioja wineries and tasted the delicacies of the land, from fabulous Basque cuisine to a Cider House and Food Club. Don't forget to drink Txakoli and Glorioso! And have a cooking class with Chef Bendur- you will be proud of what you cook - and eat! We were lucky enough to see an epic football game against friendly rivals Bilbao and San Sebastien! (San Sebastien 3-0!). *A note about Ernes- he is incredibly knowledgeable, always happy, very accommodating and loves his country from the outside in and the inside out. His teams, including Mikhail and Anya, are all professional and great to be with, no matter which tour, activity or adventure you are on. Thanks again for a memorable and unforgettable experience, we can't wait to return! Pam & Steve, Toronto, CanadaMarkel was a great guide, we learned so much about the Basque culture! This company was great and would highly recommend.
Markel was a great guide, we learned so much about the Basque culture! This company was great and would highly recommend.If you want an awesome insider's experience book Ikusnahi Tours. Ernes (the founder) was a brilliant guide. We had so much fun exploring villages where only locals go. The last stop was in Bilbao to visit basque Guggenheim museum. The buliding from outside is really eye catching ! Ernes went abov...
If you want an awesome insider's experience book Ikusnahi Tours. Ernes (the founder) was a brilliant guide. We had so much fun exploring villages where only locals go. The last stop was in Bilbao to visit basque Guggenheim museum. The buliding from outside is really eye catching ! Ernes went above and beyond in following up with different recommendations. Five stars ✨The day of our tour was gray and rainy and we were admittedly a little apprehensive whether a coastal tour was how we really wanted to spend one of our few days in San Sebastián. Well, we’re glad we went though with it! Simply put, Ania is the best and we would travel the world with her! 😊 Give...
The day of our tour was gray and rainy and we were admittedly a little apprehensive whether a coastal tour was how we really wanted to spend one of our few days in San Sebastián. Well, we’re glad we went though with it! Simply put, Ania is the best and we would travel the world with her! 😊 Given the conditions outside, it’s worth remarking that she was an exceptional driver. Ania also takes the best pictures. She’s got creative eye and took a couple of the best photos we have as a couple. As you may expect, she was an incredibly knowledgeable guide and really cultivated the experience around what interested us. We highly recommend booking a tour with Ania, you won’t regret it.