Wherever you go in Northern Spain you’re in for a gastronomic treat, from the famous Basque Cuisine to first class seafood throughout the region, accompanied by world class wines from La Rioja to Albariño. You'll also find wonderful architecture, ancient and modern, and a stunning coastline backed by breathtaking mountain scenery.
Get a taste of the north in this one-week northern Spain holiday which covers the highlights in a route full of contrasts, yet without a lot of driving. You’ll find fantastic beaches on the Basque and Cantabrian coastline, a wealth of art and architecture, in Frank Gehry’s famous Guggenheim Museum but also among the vineyards of La Rioja and visit prehistoric caves set among the verdant hills of Cantabria.
Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim & its sister the Bellas Artes
Basque cuisine, pintxos or something more substantial
Basque coast, lovely beaches, spectacular rock formations
Head for the hills, great walking just near the city
Visit San Sebastian, Belle Epoque elegance by the sea
Spain’s most prestigious vineyards
Riojan & Basque cuisine – excellent local ingredients
Stunning modern architecture among the vines
Medieval Laguardia and Labastida
Dinastia Vivanco museum of wine culture
Historic seaside towns of San Vicente, Comillas or Santillana del Mar
Sandy beaches and craggy protected coves
Carmona, Barcena Mayor in the beautiful valleys
Prehistoric cave paintings at Altamira and many more
Wonderful walks along the coast or in the rolling hills
Try a seaside break in San Sebastian
or add a stop in the Picos
or the Pyrenees...
Ask about superior rooms, a larger rental car or better cabins on the ferry
or more economical options if you're on a budget...
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Discover authentic Spain & Portugal, far from tourist crowds. Stay in charming, trusted places — from castles and palaces to rural guesthouses and Paradores.
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