Bilbao, Spain Port Adventures
A Local Basque Country Tour (BIO08)
Active, Nature
$224.00* (ages 10 and up), $189.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
8 to 8.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Basque Country
Discover local culture and lunch.
On this adventure you will…
This tour is an invitation to explore one of the most representative icons of the Basque country: the shepherding and the Idiazabal cheese production.
You will enjoy a 90-minute panoramic drive through the amazing landscape of Guipúzcoa (“Basque Country” in Euskera, the Basque language) till you get to the Gomiztegi country house and Shepherd’s school.
Your visit will start with an explanation of the cheese production, from the very beginning: the sheep’s life, how to take care of them, the way they feed them, to finish with a tasting of the exclusive Idiazábal Cheese with local wine.
Following the cheese production, you will be introduced to the shepherd’s assistant: the Basque Shepherd Dog, a friendly and agile breed used for herding, driving and protecting livestock since the 17th century. An impressive demonstration reveals just how intelligent these dogs are and shows their remarkable herding instincts and skills.
Enjoy a short 15-minute drive towards Arantzazu Sanctuary.
Continue the tour with a panoramic drive towards Aizkorri-Aratz Natural Park where there is a pre-eminent landmark of popular belief: the Arantzazu sanctuary.
The Franciscan monks oversee the site, Arantzazu is home to a considerable part of the Basque soul, taking roots in her language and culture, love for nature, sobriety and individuality. Throughout history, it has adapted to social changes without losing its identity, setting itself up as a milestone of spirituality, culture, art, nature, ethics, dialogue and peace; a spring of humanism which is a world heritage.
Enjoy free time exploring the amazing building with all its secrets, coupled with the breathtaking views that make you feel part of nature.
All too soon taste a typical Basque menu at a local restaurant.
After lunch, drive back to the pier of Getxo.
Bike Ride Through Getxo (BIO12)
Active
$169.00* (ages 15 and up)
2.5 to 3 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Biking Tour
Discover multiple sights while exploring on your bike ride.
On this adventure you will…
Take a short walk to the Biking Center, located by the cruise terminal.
Receive your bike, helmet, and a safety briefing before venturing on a 15-minute ride to the breathtaking El Puente Bizkaia. Popularly known as the Hanging Bridge, it is the most outstanding representative of the industrial era and one of the most recognized icons of Euskadi.
Proceed to cross the bridge in the gondola with a 30-minute explanation of the bridge, which hangs from a 36-wheeled, 25-meter-long cart that moves along the rails of the horizontal sleeper.
Continue for a 25-minute bike ride till the end of Beach Promenade.
Be introduced to the Old Port area.
Enjoy Pintxo pote a local bar.
Conclude your tour with a ride back to the Biking Center, followed by a short walk back onboard.
Bilbao Panoramic & Guggenheim Museum (BIO06)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$144.00* (ages 10 and up), $119.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
4 to 4.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
World-Famous Guggenheim Museum
Enjoy the history of art and the old town on this cultural experience.
On this adventure you will…
Departing from the pier, take a 30-minute drive to the world renowned Guggenheim Museum where the magnificent collection is distributed in three museums managed by the Foundation: the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, the Guggenheim Museum SoHo, both in New York, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, in Venice. Now, the unique collaboration between the Basque Administration and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation has made possible one of the most ambitious cultural projects of our time, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
The permanent collection of the Museum basically includes works by the most prominent artists of the last forty years of this century and is supplemented by works from the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation -significant examples of Pop Art, Minimalism, Arte Povera, Conceptual Art and Abstract Expressionism among others- and by special programming sponsored by the Foundation.
We will make a guided inside visit of the Guggenheim Museum.
Continue with a panoramic drive of the city with a photo stop at Artxanda viewpoint before driving back to the pier.
Boat & Tram Transportation (BIO11)
Sightseeing
$159.00* (ages 10 and up), $134.00* (ages 3 to 9), $129.00* (ages 0 to 2)
5 to 5.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Boat Ride through Bilbao
Relax and enjoy a boat ride as you cruise through beautiful Bilbao.
On this adventure you will…
Depart from the pier for an approximately 20-minute walk towards the dock to board the boat.
Enjoy a 60-minute boat ride through the heart of Bilbao along the river, passing by the Guggenheim Museum.
After cruising, your first stop will take you through the Old Quarter, followed by some free time. Spend 1 ½ hours at The Old Quarter, the most colorful part of Bilbao, including shops, taverns, several historical churches (San Antón, Santos Juanes, the Cathedral, and San Nicolás), and the public Arriaga Theatre. All sites are seen from the outside.
Take a 15-minute walk to the tram stop, which will take you to the Guggenheim Museum.
Enjoy a 10-minute ride with views of Bilbao.
Upon arrival at Guggenheim Museum, enjoy a 20-minute outside explanation, then some free time to take some pictures.
Return to the pier by motor coach.
Discover the Best of San Sebastián (BIO26)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$144.00* (ages 10 and up), $74.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
Bilbao, Spain
Explore on Your Own
Leave the highway and drive along the Basque Coast Geopark cliffs from Zumaia to Zarautz and watch over a formation of layers of rock, called flysch, laying bare 60 million years of geological evolution.
On this adventure you will…
Departing from the port of Bilbao via motorcoach, enjoy a 90-minute scenic drive through stunning landscapes framed by national parks.
As you travel along the breathtaking Basque coastline, known for its iconic flysch cliffs and protected geopark, you'll arrive at the romantic city of San Sebastián, where you'll learn about its rich history and enjoy free time for your own exploration.
Here you will also have approximately 90 minutes of free time enjoy some shopping or get lunch on your own.
To end on a high note, visit Mount Igueldo for panoramic views of the entire city and its stunning bay.
Reboard your motorcoach for the 90-minute return to the pier.
Explore Bilbao by Private Minibus with Guide – Full Day (BIO505 PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$2499.00* Up to 15 Guests (All Ages)
8 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Minibus
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via minibus and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 15 Guests. Price is based per vehicle, therefore only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private minibus, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 8 hours include (pick 2-3 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
San Sebastian
The price listed covers 8 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Bilbao by Private Minibus with Guide – Half Day (BIO504 PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$1899.00* Up to 15 Guests (All Ages)
4 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Minibus
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via minibus and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 15 Guests. Price is based per vehicle, therefore only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private minibus, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 4 hours include (pick 1-2 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
The price listed covers 4 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Bilbao by Private Sedan with Guide – Full Day (BIO501PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$1999.00* Up to 2 Guests (All Ages)
8 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Sedan
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via sedan and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 2 Guests. Price is based per vehicle; therefore, only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private sedan, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 8 hours include (pick 2-3 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
San Sebastian
The price listed covers 8 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Bilbao by Private Sedan with Guide – Half Day (BIO500PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$1299.00* Up to 2 Guests (All Ages)
4 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Sedan
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via sedan and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 2 Guests. Price is based per vehicle; therefore, only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private sedan, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 4 hours include (pick 1-2 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
The price listed covers 4 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Bilbao by Private Van with Guide – Full Day (BIO503PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$2299.00* Up to 5 Guests (All Ages)
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Van
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via van and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 5 Guests. Price is based per vehicle, therefore only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private van, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 8 hours include (pick 2-3 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
San Sebastian
The price listed covers 8 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Bilbao by Private Van with Guide – Half Day (BIO502PVT)
Sightseeing, Private Adventures
$1599.00* Up to 5 Guests (All Ages)
4 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao by Private Van
Gather your friends and family on a Private Adventure exploring the sights of Bilbao and its surroundings.
On this adventure you will…
Embark on an unforgettable Private Adventure through Bilbao and the surrounding area via van and experience the freedom of following your own itinerary at your own pace. Note: each vehicle can accommodate up to 5 Guests. Price is based per vehicle, therefore only one Guest will need to be booked.
Relax in a private van, complete with a driver and English-speaking guide. Your guide will lead you on a customized tour, providing insightful local knowledge and commentary at your request. Discover some of the highlights of the region or uncover hidden gems to immerse yourself within the local culture. Your guide is dedicated to helping you create your perfect Private Adventure, ensuring magical memories.
Some of the most popular destinations to explore around Bilbao within 4 hours include (pick 1-2 destinations):
Bilbao Old Quarter
Guggenheim Museum
El Puente Bizkaia
Gernika
Concejuelo Castle
Getxo
Mount Artxanda
The price listed covers 4 hours. It does not include entrance fees, parking fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities.
Explore Gernika & Berroja Winery (BIO05)
Nature, Sightseeing, Culinary Adventures
$174.00* (ages 18 and up)
5 to 5.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Txakoli Wine Tasting
Tour sights in Gernika and participate in wine tasting.
On this adventure you will…
Depart from the pier and take a scenic 1 hour drive to the town of Gernika.
Upon arrival in Gernika, make an interior visit to the Casa de Juntas, or House of Parliament for Vizcaya.
Then, enjoy the sculptures by Henry Moore and Eduardo Chillida in the Park de los Pueblos de Europa.
Continue to the winery by taking a 30-minute drive to Txakoli Cellar.
Txakoli means country house wine or wine produced in a country house. It is a slightly sparkling, very dry white wine with high acidity and low alcohol content produced in the Basque Country. It is normally served as an aperitif and drunk within one year of bottling as it cannot be stored for longer periods. The most common variety is pale green in appearance, but red and rosé varieties exist too.
Enjoy a snack of cheese (D.O. Idiazábal) and tasting 2 txakolí wines.
After visiting the cellar, enjoy a wine tasting before returning to the pier.
Guggenheim Museum On Your Own with Panoramic Bilbao (BIO13)
Sightseeing
$124.00* (ages 10 and up), $94.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
4 to 4.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Immersed in Artistry
Art and history collide in this adventure through famous museums and historical sites.
On this adventure you will…
Departing from the pier, take a 30-minute drive to the world renowned Guggenheim Museum where its magnificent collection is distributed between three museums managed by the Foundation: the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, the Guggenheim Museum SoHo, both in New York, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, in Venice. Now, the unique collaboration between the Basque Administration and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation has made possible one of the most ambitious cultural projects of our time, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
The permanent collection of the Museum includes works by the most prominent artists of the last forty years and is supplemented by works from the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation - significant examples of Pop Art, Minimalism, Arte Povera, Conceptual Art and Abstract Expressionism among others - and by special programming sponsored by the Foundation.
Make the most of your visit on your own to the Guggenheim Museum by exploring its indoor exhibits independently.
Continue with a panoramic drive of the city with short photo stop at Artxanda viewpoint to enjoy views of the city (weather dependent). Return to the pier.
Hiking to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (BIO03)
Active, Nature, Cultural
$109.00* (ages 10 and up), $99.00* (ages 8 to 9)
Bilbao, Spain
Scenic Coastal Hike (BIO02)
Active, Nature
$154.00* (ages 10 and up), $119.00* (ages 8 to 9)
3 to 3.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Coastal Hiking
Hike along the coast to the windmill of Aixerrota before continuing on to Getxo for pintxos.
On this adventure you will…
Drive from the pier to Gorrondatxe, from where the hiking tour will start.
Enjoy wonderful views over the Basque Coastline and its cliffs walking along the coast until you reach the windmill of Aixerrota. This windmill was constructed on 1727 after a heavy drought. This windmill milled the wheat without the need of water.
From there, walk to Getxo to have a break and enjoy 2 typical pintxos and a drink at a typical bar.
After the break, continue walking to the pier.
Scenic Highlights of Bilbao and Pintxos tour (BIO01)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$119.00* (ages 10 and up), $99.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
4.5 to 5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao Highlights
Take a motorcoach on this tour of the highlights in Bilboa with photo stops at the Guggenheim Museum and the Old Quarter.
On this adventure you will…
Your excursion begins at the pier as you board your air-conditioned motorcoach and drive along the estuary, passing through Bilbao's outskirts on your way to the Guggenheim Museum of Modern Art.
The Guggenheim Museum was designed by the American architect Frank O’Gehry, this magnificent avant-garde building displays masterpieces of modern and contemporary art. Since its opening in 1997, the Guggenheim and Puppy – a floral sculpture of a dog created by Jeff Koons and located outside the museum - have become the most internationally recognized symbol of Bilbao.
Make an outside photo stop at the Guggenheim Museum and continue on foot, walking towards the Old Quarter, also known as the “seven streets”.
This area used to be the walled part of the town until the end of the 19th century and included exactly seven streets, with narrow alleys connecting them, known as cantons.
The Old Quarter is probably the most colorful part of Bilbao, and includes shops, taverns, several historical churches (San Antón, Santos Juanes, the Cathedral and San Nicolás) and the public Arriaga Theatre.
Enjoy a walking tour through this city quarter and enjoy some typical pintxos before taking the tram (public transportation) to the bus stop to return to the pier.
The Best of San Sebastian - Adults Only (BIO04)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$254.00* (ages 18 and up)
8 to 8.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Best of the Best
Enjoy the highlights of what San Sebastián has to offer.
On this adventure you will…
San Sebastián is the capital of the province of Gipuzkoa, in the Basque Country. Donostia, as it is called in Basque, is a small city of 183.000 inhabitants located in the north of Spain, close to the French border. It is one of Spain’s principal tourist destinations, very well-known for the beauty of its Bay, known as the Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea. The scenic drive to San Sebastián is around 1.30 minutes.
Thanks to the rainy weather conditions of this region, the green colored surroundings can be admired. The bus will take you to the old part of San Sebastián, where you will be able to discover an area of narrow and pedestrian streets full of bars and restaurants.
Once you have taken your time to get used to its atmosphere, a 30-minute walking tour will be held, passing by the City Council, the Santa María La Real Church and the Plaza de la Constitución with the unique characteristic of its numbered balconies. The origin of this peculiarity dates from the Middle Ages, when this square was used as bullring during its festivities and spectators could buy or rent these improvised “seats” and enjoy the bullfights. An approximately 1.15 hour walking tour of the Old Quarter before lunch.
Enjoy pintxos lunch and continue with a panoramic drive of the city ending at Monte Igueldo, from where on a clear day there are beautiful views over the city.
After this visit, return to the pier.
Torre Loizaga & Pozalagua Caves (BIO10)
Nature, Sightseeing
$179.00* (ages 10 and up), $144.00* (ages 8 to 9),
5.5 to 6 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Castles, Cars and Caves
Explore the history of Torre Loizaga and wonder of Armañón Nature Park.
On this adventure you will…
Take a scenic 40-minute drive to Torre Loizaga.
Hidden among the enchanting mountains of the Basque country, you will visit the Concejuelo Castle, a magnificent fortress-tower which hosts another jewel not less interesting: a luxury car collection. Old models of Rolls Royce, Mercedes, Ferrari and Lamborghini are preserved in the castle and its surroundings, and you will have the opportunity to admire the collection in this unique setting.
Continue on for another 25-minute drive to Pozalagua Caves. Locals from the valley of Karrantza thought they were being fooled. On 28 December 1957, the country’s own April Fool’s Day, a blowing-up in the Donoso Quarry opened a hole in the mountain, uncovering a secret, dazzling world that spread out into the bowels of the Armañón Nature Park. But the Pozalagua Cave is as real as the eccentric stalactites that crown the cavern and give it a magnificent feeling of unreality. It’s one of the most charming spots in the region and well beyond its boundaries.
The cave has the greatest concentration of eccentric stalactites in the world. These glittering structures sprout at whim and seem to defy gravity, intertwining in every direction with the strangest of shapes. They compose a unique setting, a surreal underground cathedral.
The itinerary meanders through columns, flowstones and an almost dry lake above which thousands of eccentric stalactites grow lawlessly, depicting what seems to be an immense coral reef. The end of the gangway affords an unrivalled view of the cave and its grandeur, marked by bizarre structures and shapes. The temperature inside keeps stable at around 13 degrees Celsius all year round, which calls for warm clothes not only in winter.
After this visit, return to the pier.
Ultimate San Sebastian for Families (BIO09)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$229.00* (ages 10 and up), $199.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
8 to 8.5 hours
Bilbao, Spain
Sightseeing in San Sebastian
Explore the best sights in San Sebastian.
On this adventure you will…
Take a scenic 1 hour and 45-minute drive to San Sebastian stopping at “Albaola, the sea factory of the Basques” on the way.
San Sebastian is the capital of the province of Gipuzkoa, in the Basque Country. Donostia, as it is called in Basque, is a small city of 183.000 inhabitants located in the north of Spain, close to the French border. It is one of Spain’s principal tourist destinations, very well-known for the beauty of its Bay, known as the Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea.
Albaola is an innovative space located in Pasaia, close to San Sebastian, where the Basque maritime universe is explained and where the handcrafted maritime technology is recovered and given value. The core business of this Factory is the building of historical vessels. In Albaola, the Basque Maritime Factory, it is possible to know the building of a replica of the Nao San Juan, an iconic whaleboat of the 16th century. Visit the museum.
Take a scenic drive through the beautiful green colored landscape. Continuing the tour, the bus will take you to the old part of San Sebastian, where you will be able to discover an area of narrow and pedestrian streets full of bars and restaurants.
Once you have taken your time to get used to its atmosphere, a walking tour will be held, passing by the City Council, the Nuestra Señora del Coro Churchand the Plaza de la Constitución with the unique characteristic of its numbered balconies. The origin of this peculiarity dates from the Middle Ages, when this square was used as bullring during its festivities and spectators could buy or rent these improvised “seats” and enjoy the bullfights.
Enjoy a break from the sightseeing to enjoy a local lunch with dessert at a local restaurant.
After lunch continue with a panoramic drive of the city on your way to Monte Igueldo.
Monte Igueldo offers spectacular views of the city, from where on a clear day there are beautiful views over the entire city.
After this visit, return to the pier.