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15 Best San Sebastian Day Trips from Bilbao

These are the San Sebastian day trips from Bilbao that use your time well, some adding coastal stops like Getaria. The drive takes about an hour and a quarter each way, leaving a long afternoon for La Concha beach and the pintxos bars of the old town. Pick a tour with free time built in; San Sebastian rewards wandering.

1.From Bilbao: Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz, San Sebastian Tour

Immerse yourself in the coastal wonders of Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz, and San Sebastian from Bilbao, where each town holds a unique surprise waiting to be discovered.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Paola was an excellent guide! I really enjoyed being able to explore these 3 different places at my own pace. Learning about the history of the Basque area while we were driving was so interesting! Great value for seeing 3 beautiful places without the need…”

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2.From Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastián, Hondarribia, and Getaria

Explore the Basque Coast with this full-day Bilbao tour visiting San Sebastián, Hondarribia, and Getaria. Scenic drives, guided walks, and local delights await.

★ 4.7

“Wallace, our guide, was incredibly kind and very professional. He also gave us some free time to explore on our own. The places we visited were really lovely.”

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3.Bilbao: Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, and San Sebastian Tour

Discover Basque Country's highlights on a full-day tour from Bilbao, visiting Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, and San Sebastian with expert guides and scenic views.

★ 4.4

“The places visited were of significant interest, particularly St Jean de Luz and San Sebastian. Because of the ground covered I felt there was insufficient time in each place. Also, the final stop at an amusement oark was superfluous, apart from taking in the view.…”

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4.Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

Discover the vibrant coastal gems of Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian. Immerse yourself in stunning landscapes, rich culture, and unforgettable experiences.

★ 4.5

“I wanted to love this tour, but I didn’t. It was simply too rushed. We had one hour in Bairritz and only 40 minutes in Saint Jean de Luz. In San Sebastián, we barely had time for lunch. I would recommend that people go to…”

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5.Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz and San Sebastian From Bilbao

Discover the ultimate coastal getaway! Explore the vibrant cities of Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz, and San Sebastian from Bilbao. Unforgettable beaches, delicious cuisine, and breathtaking scenery await.

★ 4.5

“Tour was well run and we saw a lot in a short time//enjoyed seeing Biarritz and the guide gave good commentary”

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7.From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian Tour

Explore the Basque Country with this full-day Bilbao tour visiting Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz, and San Sebastián, filled with stunning views and authentic culture.

★ 4.7

“Stephan is very knowledgeable and impressive with his capacity to guide in two languages equally. The range is information he knows and shares is significant. I loved that this tour gave a combination of history, economics, culture, architecture, village, city, and landscape”

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8.From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz and San Sebastian Tour

Lose yourself in the enchanting journey of the 'From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz, and San Sebastian Tour' as you uncover hidden treasures and culinary wonders.

★ 4.8

“Stephan was an excellent tour guide! I learned so much about basque culture. All the places we visited were so worth it! My best day in the Basque Country, thanks to Stephan! ¡Muchas gracias!”

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9.PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour From Bilbao

Discover the hidden gems of San Sebastian and the stunning Basque Coast on a private tour. Uncover the secrets of this enchanting region today!

★ 5.0

“We had a great outing with our delightful guide, Irene. She shared much information about Basque history, culture and traditions, which we found very interesting. We loved San Sebastian and the coast is gorgeous. We had a fabulous fish lunch, too. Highly recommend this tour!”

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10.The Sanctuary of Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz and San Sebastian From Bilbao

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz, and San Sebastian from Bilbao. Immerse yourself in stunning landscapes and rich history on this unforgettable journey.

★ 4.5

“The catedral and the Sanctuary of Loyola were amazing. We also enjoyed San Sebastián and are thinking of returning. Sttephan, the tour guide, was very professional and knowledgeable. Did a great job in both Spanish and English. We highly recommend this tour and Stephan.”

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13.Bilbao: San Sebastian, Getaria, and Basque Farmhouse Tour

Bask in the beauty of the Basque Country on the Bilbao: San Sebastian, Getaria, and Basque Farmhouse Tour, where tradition and enchantment intertwine in unexpected ways.

★ 4.8

“Buena excursión! La actividad del caserío vasco me divirtió mucho y nuestro guía Josu es muy ameno y conversador. Recomiendo este tour.”

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14.San Sebastian Private Tour, Pintxos & Winery Visit From Bilbao

Discover the culinary delights of San Sebastian on a private tour. Indulge in pintxos and taste exquisite wines at a local winery. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“Jon found out our interests and personalized the tour for us. He got us to try Sardines at a little restuarant. We visited churches becuase we have an interest in history. Took us up a maintain. We loved San Sebanstain where he tooks us to…”

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