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Discover the charm of the French Basque Country with this guided tour from Bilbao, visiting the elegant streets of Biarritz, the cultural wealth of Bayonne, and the coastal essence of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Enjoy a perfect day exploring three of the most charming towns in the French Basque Country on a full-day excursion designed for history and sea lovers. Accompanied by an expert guide and traveling in a comfortable private bus, you will depart from the iconic Puppy sculpture at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao to immerse yourself in a journey that blends elegance, Gothic architecture, and maritime traditions.
The experience begins in sophisticated Biarritz, where you will stroll along beaches open to the Atlantic, admire the famous Hotel du Palais, and enjoy its charming promenade. The route continues to Bayonne, the cultural capital of the region, where you will take a guided tour of its City Hall, the Church of Saint-André, and its impressive cathedral. After the tour, you will have free time to enjoy local gastronomy in its picturesque historic center.
To conclude this sensory journey, you will visit Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a beautiful coastal town that keeps its Basque essence intact. After a final stop to explore at your own pace, you will return to Bilbao having completed an unforgettable trip through the most representative landscapes and monuments of the French Basque coast.
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Additional Information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time. The excursion departs at the scheduled time and the bus cannot wait
● It is mandatory to present an original ID card (EU citizens) or a valid passport (other countries) for the border crossing
● Digital voucher, there is no need to print your confirmation
● This tour operates in Spanish and English, although occasionally it may be conducted simultaneously in both languages
● The tour operates in light rain; in case of adverse conditions or unforeseen logistical issues, any adjustments to the itinerary will be notified or a full refund will be processed
● Please dress according to the weather conditions; the use of sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and carrying a bottle of water is recommended
● The order of visits may vary for operational reasons
● You will have free time to eat on your own or enjoy the local gastronomy at the main stops
Inclusions
✔ Expert guide
✔ Private bus transportation
✔ Recommendations for your destination to support local businesses and promote sustainable tourism
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or a no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
Puppy floral sculpture, next to the Guggenheim Museum. Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 60