From Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia, and Getaria
This full-day excursion runs about 10 hours from Bilbao, pairing the elegant beaches and old town of San Sebastian with the fishing village of Getaria and the walled streets of Hondarribia. Rated 4.7 from 3182 reviews, it starts from $51 per person, with live availability and current pricing on the booking page.
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This full-day excursion runs about 10 hours from Bilbao, pairing the elegant beaches and old town of San Sebastian with the fishing village of Getaria and the walled streets of Hondarribia. Rated 4.7 from 3182 reviews, it starts from $51 per person, with live availability and current pricing on the booking page.
This is a coach day trip that leaves Bilbao and strings together a series of coastal stops in one long loop. First comes Hendaye, just over the border in France, where a local guide walks the group through the town's key spots before some free time. From there it is a short hop to Hondarribia, the old border town whose medieval quarter and harbor you explore on your own. Then the coach heads to San Sebastian for the longest stop of the day, with a sightseeing tour of the Bay of La Concha and Miramar Palace before free time for lunch and pintxos in the old town.
The last stop is Getaria, a fishing village with a guided walking visit and an optional stop at the Balenciaga Museum, which costs extra to enter. On the drive back to Bilbao the route passes views of Zumaia and Zarautz. The day runs about 10 hours in total.
It suits travellers who want to see the Basque and French coast from Bilbao without renting a car, and who are happy with a firm schedule and a fair amount of bus time. Reviews consistently praise the guides' knowledge and the variety of the stops, while some would prefer more time in San Sebastian. Bring a valid passport or, for EU citizens, a national ID card, since the tour crosses into France.
A few practical points will shape the day, from the border crossing to how the group moves between stops.
Common issues. The honest downsides are pace and group size. Some travellers ask for more time in San Sebastian, and the review summary notes that the pace can feel rushed to some. Groups can be very large, and one reviewer noted the group arrived at the meeting point well ahead of others and had some seat confusion on boarding. The tour is not well suited to anyone who cannot manage walking stops on a tight schedule, and mobility scooters are not allowed. Pets are not permitted either, with the exception of assistance dogs. Finally, without the correct travel document for the French border, you can be denied entry by border authorities.
Coach transport, a bilingual guide in English and Spanish, a guided visit of Hendaye with a local guide, a sightseeing tour of San Sebastian with a local guide, a guided walking visit of Getaria, and free time in Hondarribia and San Sebastian. The listing also notes the coach is private and air-conditioned.
No. Lunch, food and beverages are all at your own expense. You get free time in San Sebastian for lunch, and the old town there is the natural place to eat, with pintxos a local specialty.
At Mazarredo Zumarkalea 60, Abando, in Bilbao. The listing notes the meeting point can vary depending on the option booked, so confirm the exact spot on the booking page. There is no hotel pickup.
Yes, in most cases. The tour crosses the border into France. EU and EEA citizens may present a national ID card, while travellers from other countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia, must bring a valid passport. A Spanish NIE is not a valid travel document for this crossing.
Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, as stated on the listing.
No, it is optional and admission is not included in the tour price. The museum in Getaria is dedicated to the designer Cristóbal Balenciaga. If you skip it, you can simply enjoy the harbor and village atmosphere during the guided walking visit.
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