Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli

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Vistas San Juan Gaztelugatxe — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

San Juan Gaztelugatxe — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

A unique experience to discover the essentials of Biscay: San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika and txakoli tasting.

✔ Pick up in Bilbao

Our trip begins next to the Puppy sculpture. Our guide waits for you to start our way to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.

✔ Discover Dragonstone in San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

We will arrive at this natural jewel, famous for inspiring a Game of Thrones scenario. Climb the 241 steps up to the hermitage, guaranteed access.

✔ Bermeo and Mundaka, fishing villages

We will then visit Bermeo, to learn about its fishing history. From there, we will continue our way to Mundaka, a surfing paradise. Enjoy its streets, its views and the local gastronomy!

✔ Gernika and its history

A tour through its cultural legacy, the Tree of Gernika, the air-raid shelters and Picasso's mural.

✔ Last stop: txakoli tasting

We will finish with a visit to the Berroja Winery, before returning to Bilbao in the afternoon.

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At a glance

Duration: 11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 55 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Buendía

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided tour in Bermeo.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Guided tour in Gernika
Included: Guided tour in Mundaka
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Txakoli tasting valued at €11 per person at Bodegas Berroja
Included: San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Admission Ticket
Included: Professional Guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Hotel Pickup or Drop off

Itinerary

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

3 hours Admission included

On the guided tour of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, guests will enjoy a unique experience that combines history, nature, and culture.

During the tour, they will enjoy the coastal scenery while walking the panoramic trail and taking photos of the landscape.

They will climb the 241 steps and visit the hermitage at the summit, dedicated to Saint John the Baptist.

By the end of the tour, they will have a deeper appreciation for this iconic site and its historical and cultural connections.
Bermeo

one hour

Bermeo is a place full of charm and authenticity, allowing visitors to connect with the history, culture, and maritime spirit of the Basque Country.

During the guided tour, they will explore the old town and

visit the fishing port.
Mundaka

4 hours

Mundaka is a picturesque fishing village on the Basque coast, known for its natural beauty and famous harbor.

Its cuisine features dishes like marmitako (tuna stew) and clams a la marinera, as well as local pintxos and txakoli wine.

It’s the perfect place to enjoy traditional Basque flavors.
Gernika-Lumo

1 h 30 min

Dive into the history of Gernika, a place rich in memory and emotion.

On this walking tour, you will discover the air-raid shelters, the legendary Tree of Gernika, and the stunning mural reproducing Picasso's famous painting about the bombing.

You will also hear fascinating stories that have shaped this town, located in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve.
Stop 5

one hour

To end the excursion on a high note, you will enjoy an exclusive txakolí tasting, one of the most emblematic wines of the Basque Country, at Bodega Berroja.

After this unique experience, we will return to Bilbao in the afternoon.

Don't miss it!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The guides will be waiting for you next to the Poppy flower sculpture, opposite the entrance to the Guggenheim Museum.

Please be sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide cannot wait for late arrivals due to the strict schedule of the itinerary.

End point

The guides will be waiting for you next to the Poppy flower sculpture, opposite the entrance to the Guggenheim Museum.

Please be sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide cannot wait for late arrivals due to the strict schedule of the itinerary.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
During the months of January and February, the Provincial Council of Bizkaia will close the accesses to the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. The viewpoints will remain open as normal.