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Basque Country Trekking, Spain

📏 Distance: ≈136 km

⛰️ Difficulty: Low

⏳ Duration: 10 days

💰 Price: 930 €

🚩 Start: Bilbao

🏁 Finish: Bilbao

Trekking in the Basque Country is a journey where mountains meet the ocean, and every step is filled with freedom and ancient legends. Narrow trails wind through green hills covered with emerald meadows and mist descending from the peaks of the Pyrenees. Stone Basque villages with red roofs, steep cliffs above the Atlantic, the sound of waves, and salty wind create the atmosphere of a true adventure. After a day on the trail, warm evenings await us — pintxos in small bars, sincere smiles of locals, and the feeling that you have become part of something real. This route stays with you for a long time — in your memories, your breath, and your heart.

📆 Upcoming dates

28.04.2026 - 07.05.2026

Few spots

📅 Schedule

Day 1: Bilbao
Arrival, check-in, adaptation. Light walk around the city, introductions, dinner.
Day 2: Bilbao
City sightseeing: Guggenheim Museum, Monte Banderas, Casco Viejo old town, Plaza Nueva, Santiago Cathedral, Artxanda funicular.
Day 3: Bilbao → Plentzia → Gorliz Lighthouse
Trekking along the Bay of Biscay, World War II bunkers, circular route via Armintza. Optional swimming in the Atlantic. ~20 km, ↑↓ ~500 m.
Day 4: Bilbao → San Sebastián
Transfer, walk along La Concha beach, ascent to Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldo. 8–10 km, ↑ ~300 m.
Day 5: San Sebastián → Pasajes → Hondarribia
One of the most beautiful coastal treks in the Basque Country: ocean, cliffs, lighthouses. ~23 km, ↑↓ ~600 m.
Day 6: San Sebastián → Lekeitio
Exploring a fishing town, hiking along the ocean. Possible walk to San Nicolás Island during low tide. 10–12 km.
Day 7: Lekeitio → Gernika → Mundaka
Trekking to Gernika, the Gernika Oak, walk through the Oma Forest. ~20 km, ↑↓ ~500 m.
Day 8: Monte Gorbea
Ascent to the symbol of the Basque Country — Mount Gorbea (1481 m). ~15 km, ↑↓ ~900 m.
Day 9: San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
Trek to the monastery on the rock (a filming location from Game of Thrones), evening program closing. ~20 km, ↑↓ ~400 m.
Day 10: Mundaka → Bilbao
Return to Bilbao, end of the program. Optional continuation of travel in Spain.

🎒 Equipment

Essential Gear

Mandatory personal trekking equipment

Backpack or suitcase for main belongings (a convenient option for transfers)
Small 20–30 L backpack + rain cover. A backpack with a hip belt is recommended
Trekking poles (optional). They reduce strain on knees and back and help on ascents/descents
Sit pad
Headlamp
Thermos (optional)
Water bottle
Sunscreen (preferably SPF 50)
Sunglasses
Personal first aid kit (individual medication, band-aids, optional knee braces for descents)
Lip balm
Hygiene items – soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush (take only what you need for the trek)
Towel
Money and documents packed in a waterproof bag. Phone, camera, and power bank

Clothing

Weather is changeable; warm and protective clothing is mandatory.

Light headwear – cap, buff, or sun hat
Warm hat
Light gloves (e.g. fleece)
Light down jacket or warm jacket
Membrane jacket (waterproof and windproof)
Trekking pants
Light dress for beautiful photos (only if you want)
Fleece jacket
Thermal underwear set (top and bottoms)
2–3 T-shirts
Very light long-sleeve shirt, preferably light-colored
Shorts
Socks (4–5 pairs)
Rain poncho or raincoat
Swimsuit / swim trunks

Footwear

Trekking boots or trekking shoes with good soles. Choose footwear carefully — it is key to your comfort on the route
Light sneakers (optional)
Sandals or Crocs for hotel/city use

✅ Included

accommodation in hotels and guesthouses
transfers along the route
Guggenheim Museum entrance ticket
cathedral visits
team leader services
group first aid kit
assistance with trip preparation
commemorative gift

❌ Not included

flights to and from Bilbao
meals
airport transfers before and after the program
medical insurance
tips for the team leader
souvenirs and other personal expenses outside the program

📝 Notes

Program Price

930 euros. Deposit: 330 euros to reserve a spot in the group. The remaining amount (600 euros) is paid to the team leader on the first day of the program. In case of cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable, but it can be used to pay for other tours of equivalent value. If a participant leaves the program early, no recalculation is made and the deposit is not refunded.

Accommodation

Comfortable hotels, guesthouses, or apartments. Overnight stays in the cities of Bilbao, San Sebastián, Lekeitio, and Mundaka. Meals are not included in the price. Breakfasts are prepared together when possible if the apartment has a kitchen, or eaten in cafés. Lunches (trail snacks we carry with us) are purchased together at a supermarket. Dinners are eaten in cafés or cooked together if a kitchen is available.

Insurance

To participate in the program, you need insurance that covers mountain trekking in Spain. All insurance recommendations will be sent later upon tour booking.

Documents

Ukrainian citizens do not need any additional documents to enter Spain other than a valid biometric passport. Before the trek, it is mandatory to arrange travel insurance and send a copy or photo of it to the guide.