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Nestled in the green mountains is the cosmopolitan city of Bilbao famed for its Avant Garde architecture and shimmering Guggenheim Museum, as well as the rolling hills of La Rioja’s vineyards.
In the east lies the fabulous coastal city of San Sebastián, known as Spain’s culinary capital with dining options ranging from charming local pintxos bars to world renowned Michelin star dining. Its reputation has grown worldwide for innovative dining in a gorgeous beachside location.
Trailfinders offers a range of Basque Country & La Rioja holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to see a little bit of everything or explore at your own pace – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO THE BASQUE COUNTRY & LA RIOJA
Gastronomic Delights of Northern Spain
Spain
7 days / 6 nights
Easy Pace Spain
Spain
10 days / 9 nights
Bilbao Foodie: Local tapas & the wines of La Rioja
Spain
4 days / 3 nights
San Sebastian - The Star of Tapas
Spain
4 days / 3 nights
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN THE BASQUE COUNTRY & LA RIOJA
What you won’t find here are thousands of Basque Country & La Rioja hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Hotel Marques de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Northern Spain
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Northern Spain
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Northern Spain
Occidental Bilbao
Northern Spain
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Northern Spain
Barceló Costa Vasca
Northern Spain
WHAT TO DO
Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Basque Country & La Rioja holiday to life.
Bilbao Food Tour
- Local tapas & beverages
- Walking tour for food lovers
- Local chef guiding
Ultimate San Sebastian Pintxos & Wine Tour
- Enjoy snacks and drink pairings in six bars
- Small group size
- Learn about pintxos culture
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Top tips and travel inspiration from the Trailfinders team
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