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9-Day Small Group France and Spain Tour of Saint-Émilion, Biarritz, San Sebastián and Bilbao

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9 days, 2 countries and 11 cities

8 nights accommodation

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, 1 Farewell Dinner

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From Bordeaux to Bilbao, this Small Group journey follows the wine regions, coastlines and historic towns of southwest France and northern Spain. You’ll walk part of the Camino, explore places like Saint-Émilion, Biarritz and San Sebastián, and make the most of free time with room to taste, wander and see more of each stop your way.

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YBSQ

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9 days itinerary trip from Bordeaux to Bilbao visiting 2 countries and 11 cities

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Sightseeing highlights

Visit the Church where Louis XIV was Married

Visit the Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, where Louis XIV married Maria Theresa of Spain in 1660. Inside, see the decorated interior, carved galleries and the setting for one of the town’s most important moments.

Coastal Drive to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Follow the Basque coastline to Saint-Jean-de-Luz, with Atlantic views along the way as you make your way to this fishing town.

Visit the Guggenheim Museum

Visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, where striking titanium curves and riverside architecture changed the shape of the city. After an orientation with your Travel Director, explore the museum and its surroundings, including Jeff Koons’ Puppy at the entrance and Richard Serra’s vast steel installation The Matter of Time inside.

Visit La Ribera Market

Head to La Ribera Market, set beside the estuary in Bilbao’s old town. Browse stalls selling fish, seafood, meat, fruit, vegetables and other Basque staples. Recognised by Guinness in 1990 as the most complete municipal food market, it remains one of Bilbao’s best-known food spots.

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Our tours also include a selection of Optional Experiences which are available for an additional cost, allowing you to make your trip your own.

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