MADRID 63ºF - 68ºF - SEGOVIA 63ºF - 64ºF - PEDRAZA 77ºF - 77ºF - BILBAO 73ºF - 77ºF

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
We’ll set off for Castile, traveling through beautiful mountain landscapes. Our first stop will be Segovia, where we’ll take a scenic route around the city to reach Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos, a viewpoint from which you’ll enjoy the best views of the Alcazar of Segovia, the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s Maleficent’s castle in Sleeping Beauty, along with its impressive walls. We’ll then park near the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia, built in the 1st century and used until 1973, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have free time to explore the old town, have lunch, and visit the Plaza Mayor, where you can see the cathedral and the Alcazar.

We’ll continue our journey on charming little roads that will allow us to appreciate the towns and landscapes on the way to Pedraza, often hailed as one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. This strongly fortified medieval town features cobblestone streets, historic buildings, a picturesque Plaza Mayor, and a fortress dating back to the 13th century. There will be free time for a walk. In the afternoon, we’ll make our way to the Basque Country, arriving in Bilbao. Here, you’ll have free time to explore the old town, where you can visit the numerous taverns and bars to sample the famous “pintxos.”

BILBAO 73ºF - 77ºF - PORTUGALETE 70ºF - 73ºF - GUERNICA 59ºF - 64ºF - SAN SEBASTIÁN 72ºF - 73ºF

We’ll visit Portugalete, along the Bilbao Estuary, to see the Vizcaya Bridge (tickets included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s first transporter bridge for pedestrians and vehicles. We’ll then explore Bilbao, where the Guggenheim Museum stands out with its striking exterior architecture. We’ll also see the old town, the historic medieval center filled with vibrant streets and the cathedral. You’ll have free time to stroll and enjoy lunch. We recommend visiting La Ribera Market for lunch, where you can savor typical Basque cuisine in a boat-like structure located in front of the river. After lunch, we’ll depart for Guernica, the site of one of the worst massacres of the Spanish Civil War, immortalized in Pablo Picasso’s famous painting. Here, we’ll see the Tree of Gernika, beneath which the Basque Country was granted its autonomy during the Middle Ages. We’ll continue to Hondarribia (Fuenterrabía), with its beaches, historic walls, coastal setting, and charming old town, where the grid layout of its narrow, cobbled streets will surely captivate you. You’ll have time to explore the old town and enjoy dinner. We’ll then proceed to San Sebastian, arriving by the end of the day. Our hotel is usually located atop Mount Igueldo, offering one of the most beautiful views of this elegant, illuminated city.

SAN SEBASTIÁN 72ºF - 73ºF - BORDEAUX 77ºF - 77ºF

In the morning, we’ll start by enjoying breathtaking views over San Sebastián Bay from Mount Igueldo, followed by a visit to the Miramar Palace and its lovely gardens. Afterward, you´ll have some free time to relax on the city’s large beach or take a leisurely stroll along its boulevards. We suggest having lunch in the old town, famous for its “pintxos” bars. Early in the afternoon, we’ll make our way to France, arriving in Bordeaux by evening. We recommend taking a walk through the city center.

BORDEAUX 77ºF - 77ºF - LOURDES 72ºF - 75ºF

The entire center of Bordeaux has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. We will include admission to the Cité du Vin (with audio tour in English, Spanish or French), an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine; wine tasting included at the viewpoint overlooking Bordeaux. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch. Afterward, we continue towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes by mid-afternoon. You´ll have time to visit the sanctuary (we suggest attending the candlelit procession). Dinner will be included.

LOURDES 72ºF - 75ºF - RONCESVALLES 54ºF - 54ºF - PAMPLONA 63ºF - 64ºF - MADRID 63ºF - 68ºF

We’ll depart early from Lourdes, crossing the Pyrenees with their high peaks and stunning landscapes. Following the Way of St. James, we’ll arrive in Roncesvalles to see the beautiful Gothic Collegiate Church of Santa María. In Pamplona, famous for its bull runs, you’ll have time for lunch. Our journey will continue to Olite, where the 13th-century castle, once the residence of the kings of Navarra, will definitely catch your attention. We’ll then proceed to Madrid, arriving around 9:00 p.m.

MADRID 63ºF - 68ºF

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.