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Discover the maritime charm of Gipuzkoa with this small group excursion to Hondarribia and Pasaia Bay, exploring walled historic centers and crossing the water by boat between San Juan and San Pedro.
Embark on a journey to the maritime soul of eastern Gipuzkoa with our small group excursion from San Sebastián. This four-hour tour perfectly combines frontier history, Atlantic landscapes, and authentic fishing traditions. We begin by exploring Hondarribia, where you will stroll through its elegant walled historic center, filled with palaces and cobbled streets, before discovering the colorful La Marina neighborhood with its famous painted wooden balconies along the Bidasoa River.
The route continues with a drive up Mount Jaizkibel to enjoy unparalleled panoramic views of the Basque coastline and the river mouth, a key strategic point in regional history. After taking in the scenery, we will descend towards the picturesque Pasaia Bay, a natural amphitheater where time seems to have stood still on both of its shores.
In Pasaia, you will visit the charming villages of San Juan and San Pedro, characterized by stone houses and narrow alleys that once captivated writers like Victor Hugo. The experience includes a ticket to cross the bay in a traditional boat, allowing you to capture the best photos from the water. With hotel pick-up and private vehicle transportation, this excursion offers a personalized touch and a dynamic pace to discover the best of Basque maritime heritage.
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Additional information
● Please provide your accommodation details at the end of the booking process to arrange the pick-up. The local provider will contact passengers before the start of the tour to confirm the pick-up point and time. If you have not received this communication, it is the passenger's sole responsibility to contact the local provider 24 hours before the tour starts at the number provided on the voucher to confirm the pick-up point and time
● If there are children in the booking, we will contact you by email three days before the tour to confirm their weight and height in order to select the appropriate child seat for the vehicle
● The order of the visits may vary for operational reasons
● Please dress according to the weather conditions; we recommend using sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and bringing a bottle of water
● This tour operates with a minimum of 2 passengers. If this minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative time or date, or a full refund. The procedure is as follows: Three days before your tour date, we will send you an email so you can decide if you wish to wait until the last day or if you prefer to switch to one of the guaranteed departure alternatives we propose. If you wish to change your tour, simply confirm by replying to that email and we will manage the change. If you prefer to wait until the last minute to see if more bookings come in from other clients, you do not need to reply to the message; our team will keep you informed of any updates. If, by the deadline (4:30 PM the day before the tour), the minimum number of participants has not been reached, we will notify you of the cancellation of your booking and proceed with a 100% refund of your booking value
● Small group of maximum 8 pax
● Reduced prices are available for groups of more than 5 adults
Inclusions
✔ Pick-up and drop-off at the client's accommodation
✔ Transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Local guide in English or Spanish
✔ Boat ticket in Pasaia Bay
Exclusions
✖ Rain gear and umbrella
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Optional tips
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks are not included unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or no-shows will not be refunded
Meeting point
Pick-up at the client's accommodation (accommodations located in San Sebastian city center)