French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $4,499 - $4,899 /person

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambiance and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambiance and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: May-Sep

From $4,499 - $4,899 /person

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Biarritz Beaches to Spain's San Sebastián

A land part French, part Spanish and wholly unique—welcome to Basque Country!  From the Pyrenees to the promenade of Biarritz, marvel at the mountains, beaches and every enchanting spot in between. 

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Highlights

  • Visit the Basque Country less traveled, where hidden mountain villages give way to lively beach towns and coastal castles
  • Trek through the Pyrenees on iconic trails like the Grande Randonnée and the Camino de Santiago
  • Explore the caves of Zugarramurdi and discover the hamlet’s history of witchcraft
  • Taste organic farm-to-table cuisine at charming Basque country farms, gourmet restaurants and vibrant pintxos bars 
  • Admire classic Basque architecture with its quaint half-timbered houses and colorful red and green trims
French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking and Hiking Tour map

France & Spain

Start Biarritz, France

End Bilbao, Spain

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Beautiful Biarritz, once a favorite resort town of the European aristocracy, is the kick-off point for your hiking adventure through Basque Country • Visit the tiny hamlet of Zugarramurdi and discover its spellbinding history and caves • Follow trails through green rolling hills and sheep-dotted pastures as you trek in the foothills of the Atlantic Pyrenees • Explore Ainhoa, a Plus Beaux Villages (Most Beautiful Villages) of France member noted for its charming architecture • Sample the region’s smoky Espelette pepper • People-watch in the village of Sare, a popular stopping point for pilgrims hiking the Camino.  

Accommodations
Hôtel Arraya

(2 nights)

Nights 1-2

Hôtel Arraya
Sare
Casual Hotel

Set inside of an old Compostela in the center of a village surrounded by mountains, this captivating Basque hotel feels as though it's straight out of a fairy tale. (pool)

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Day 3

Description

Immerse yourself in the Spanish countryside as you climb through grassy gulleys and stony outcrops along the GR35 trail • Tuck into an organic picnic lunch at a local farm • Walk through the peaceful village of Goiatz and up to expansive mountain vistas • Savor quintessential Basque flavors with a creative twist.  

Accommodations

Night 3

Hotel Iriarte Jauregia
Bidania
Casual Hotel

In this renovated 17th-century palace, modern amenities blend seamlessly with historic architecture to create a serene countryside retreat. (pool)

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Days 4-6

Description

Venture to the coast along a verdant section of the Camino de Santiago (Way of Saint James), an ancient pilgrims' route • Hike the Camino del Norte to an oceanfront lunch • Rolling hills and tidy rows of grapes mark our route through the Txakoli vineyards • Experience the vast greenery of the Basque Coast Geopark • Discover the spectacular Flysch cliffs, more than 60 million years old, towering above the sea • Stroll through the enchanting fishing village of Zumaia • Witness the lively pilgrimage atmosphere along the Camino Francés (French Way) en route to legendary Santiago de Compostela • Try local produce and treats at a community market in Zarautz. 

Accommodations
Hotel Ur Bare

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Hotel Ur Bare
Zarautz
*Deluxe Hotel

A well-known restaurant, scenic grounds and elegant decor elevate this coastal gem, nestled in the hills overlooking the shimmering wave breaks at Zarautz Beach.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

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Nights 1-2

Hôtel Arraya
Sare

Casual Hotel

Set inside of an old Compostela in the center of a village surrounded by mountains, this captivating Basque hotel feels as though it's straight out of a fairy tale. (pool)

Night 3

Hotel Iriarte Jauregia
Bidania

Casual Hotel

In this renovated 17th-century palace, modern amenities blend seamlessly with historic architecture to create a serene countryside retreat. (pool)

Nights 4-5

Hotel Ur Bare
Zarautz

*Deluxe Hotel

A well-known restaurant, scenic grounds and elegant decor elevate this coastal gem, nestled in the hills overlooking the shimmering wave breaks at Zarautz Beach.

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