Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

Best of Northern Spain Tour: Galicia, Asturias, and Basque Country

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Countries Visited

Spain

Places Visited

Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Picos de Europa, Bilbao...

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Suggested Duration

10 Days

World-renowned cuisine and striking geography paint Northern Spain’s beautiful backdrop. Taste artisanal pintxos and sangria while gazing over inspiring hills in a Mediterranean climate. Experience what beckons filmmakers, writers, and food critics to come and glimpse at the jubilee and pride that stirs in the natives. The diversified palette will bring you to think that you are traveling through multiple countries all the while remaining in the same locale. The best of Northern Spain is felt...

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Trip Highlights

  • Go on a private tour of the Spanish wine country of La Rioja
  • See Oviedo’s Castillo de Priorio and visit the charming shrines that dot the city’s landscape as well as scenery that was used for Vicky Christina Barcelona
  • Visit one of Europe’s most beautiful national parks of Los Picos de Europa, a mountain range that signaled to sailors their arrival from the Americas
  • Visit the Guggenheim Museum of Bilbao, known as being one of the most striking architectural feats in the contemporary age.
  • Try the time-tested cuisine of Galicia, Asturias, and the Basque Country
  • Dine in a three-star Michelin restaurant in San Sebastian, which is the culinary capital of Spain
  • Visit and attend mass at the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, which is rumored to hold the remains of one of Jesus’ apostles
  • Walk along the famous streets of Pamplona, which was immortalized by Ernest Hemingway’s novel, The Sun Also Rises, in addition to the running of the bulls

Detailed Description

Northern Spain’s distinct regional pride speaks for itself with cuisine and traditions that are unique to each region and distinct from the rest of the country. This 9-day tour will show you the beauty of Northern Spain and its many offerings. This luscious region is characterized by scenic mountains and shimmering grasslands. On day one you will arrive in Santiago de Compostela, beginning your journey where pilgrims are ending it. This city marks the final destination for the people that walk the Camino de Santiago from northeastern Spain to the west.

On day two, you will visit the Cathedral of Santiago, which was named after the apostle of Jesus, and see the sights of the city. On day three, you will then travel to Oviedo, which is the capital of the Asturian region, where you will enjoy a tour of the shrines, saving the night for an exquisite dinner that is complemented by the region’s famous apple cider. The next day, you will then be taken on a tour of Los Picos de Europa, which is a Spanish national park that is complete with a stunning mountain range.

On the fifth day, you will enter the Basque Country, which is known as the most independent region of Spain and one of its most prideful. You will arrive in Bilbao and visit the Guggenheim Museum. On the next day, travel to Haro, the wine country capital of Spain’s La Rioja region, and tour the many wineries located here, ranging from contemporary to rustic settings. On the seventh day, you will make your way to Pamplona, which is a festive city that is known for the running of the bulls as well as the setting of Ernest Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises.

Conclude the rest of your trip in San Sebastian, or as the Basques call it, Donostia. This beautiful city has the second highest concentration of Michelin starred restaurants in the world, marking it as a perfect end to your gastronomic trip of Northern Spain. Gaze at one of the most stunning beaches in Europe and up at the statue of Jesus that looks over the city from a hill. This spectacular setting will be an ideal ending to your once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience. Make sure your vacation is an unforgettable one by seeing additional Spain travel ideas.

Starting Price

$3,900 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

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  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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