57 days in Basque Country Itinerary

As one of the anchoring cities of the beautiful Basque Country, San Sebastián boasts a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe while still harboring a relaxed, coastal charm.

Take a break from the city and head to La Concha Beach and Monte Igueldo. Your inner history buff will appreciate Iglesia de San Vicente and Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro. You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Sebastian - Donostia: Iglesia de San Salvador (in Getaria), Zumaia (Ermita de San Telmo & Playa de Itzurun) and Historic Center of Hondarribia (in Hondarribia). Dedicate the 17th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, take a stroll through Parte Vieja, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Ulia, and enjoy the sand and surf at Ondarreta Beach.

To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our San Sebastian - Donostia day trip planning website.

San Diego, USA to San Sebastian - Donostia is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 9 hour difference. Traveling from San Diego in September, expect San Sebastian - Donostia to be slightly colder, temps between 74°F and 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Elorrio.

Elorrio is a town and municipality located in the province of Biscay, in the Basque Country, Spain. Get outdoors at Urkiola Natural Park and Inguru Abentura. Necropolis de Argineta and Santuario de Aranzazu will appeal to history buffs. Venture out of the city with trips to Urretxu (Aikur - Erle Museoa- Museo de Las Abejas & Parroquia de San Martin de Tours), Azpeitia (Museo del Ferrocarril & Santuario de Loyola) and Templo de la Antigua (in Zumarraga). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de la Purisima Concepcion, do a tasting at Bodegas Faustino, make a trip to Musikaire Summer in Elorrio, and learn more about the world around you at Museo Hontza.

For photos, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Elorrio attractions tool.

Traveling by car from San Sebastian - Donostia to Elorrio takes an hour. Traveling from San Sebastian - Donostia in September, expect slightly colder with lows of 50°F in Elorrio. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Labastida.

Labastida/Bastida is a town and municipality located in the province of Álava, in the Basque Country, northern Spain. Step out of the city life by going to Parque Natural de Valderejo and Izki Golf. Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion Church and Catedral de Santa Maria will appeal to history buffs. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Labastida: Salt Valley (in Salinas de Anana), Vitoria-Gasteiz (Museo Armeria Vitoria, Museo de Bellas Artes, &more) and Embalse de Sobron y desfiladero (in Sobron). Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Parque Natural de Izki, step into the grandiose world of Castillo de Portilla, do a tasting at Bodegas Campillo, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de Santa Maria de los Reyes.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Labastida trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by car from Elorrio to Labastida takes 1.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 67°F, and evening lows to 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Bilbao.

A city of stunning architectural and artistic heritage, Bilbao is situated on the banks of the Nervión River.

Relax by the water at Playa de Plentzia and Playa Verde. Take a break from the city and head to Urdaibai Bird Center and Urdaihide. Step out of Bilbao with an excursion to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe in Bermeo--about 42 minutes away. Dedicate the 29th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, admire the landmark architecture of Catedral de Santiago, head outdoors with San Mames Stadium, and catch some excitement at La Ribera Market.

To see more things to do, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Bilbao trip maker app.

Traveling by car from Labastida to Bilbao takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Labastida in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Bilbao, with lows around 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.