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Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastian (Self Drive)

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This 7 night sample itinerary price includes:

Flight into Santander and out of San Sebastian
Hotel for 3 nights in Santader
Rental Car for 8 days
Hotel for 2 days in Bilbao
Hotel for 2 nights in San Sebastian
Driving Time
Santander - Bilbao: 1 hr. 10 mins. approx.
Bilbao - San Sebastian: 1 hrs. 15 mins. approx.

Northern Spain Self-Drive Experience!. From the magic of Santander (renowned culinary capital set around crescent-shaped La Concha beach), Bilbao (avant-garde architecture and pintxos) and San Sebastian (Belle Epoque seaside city on a scenic harbor), pick up your Rental Car, turn up the music, and set off on an idyllic journey through Spain's most captivating cities. Having your own car gives you total freedom to tailor your trip, to enhace your vacations with visits to: Pamplona’s historic plazas and Navarre Wine Country, or venture south to Burgos for legendary castilian tapas and UNESCO Gothic Cathedral.

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Spain

Spain is one of the most popular countries in the world for tourists, and the experiences you can have while on vacation here can be just as varied as you are. The best way to experience Spanish life today is to visit one of its largest cities, such as Madrid, the country`s capital; Barcelona, its second city; and provincial capitals such as Seville and Valencia. Andalucia, the epicenter of Moorish rule in Spain, is known for its beautiful landmarks such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Alhambra. The north of the country features such varying experiences as Catholic pilgrimages in Galicia, skiing in the Pyrenees, and immersing yourself in the culture of the gorgeous Basque Country. For beach vacations, Spain is tops, from the Costa del Sol to the Balearic islands of Ibiza and Mallorca to the Canary Islands.

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Santander

While not as glamorous as San Sebastian, the city of Santander is a great alternative if you want to avoid the summer crowds. Noteworthy, Santander had its 27 years of royal fame in the early 20th century, when it became a residence for Alfonso XIII. Largely rebuilt after a 1941 fire, Santander has three main beaches. However, most visitors head for the smaller resort of El Sardinero, only 1 ½ miles away. An alternative during high season is El Puntal, a beautiful beach only 15 minutes away by boat.

Visit The Cathedral of Santander, The Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria, Centro Botin, Gran Casino Sardinero, Magdalena Peninsula, Palacio de la Magdalena, and so much more!

Bilbao

Known as an industrial town, Bilbao is the largest port in Spain, as well as a major rail hub, serving as a departure point for most of Basque's country attractions. To international tourists, Bilbao is a place with great food and also home to the controversial $100 million Guggenheim Museum, which was designed by the famed American architect Frank Gehry. You should not allocate more than 2 days for visiting this city, as most of the sights can be viewed in less than 48 hours.

Visit Begonako Basilika, Plaza Nueva, Bilbao Cathedral, Azkuna Zentroa, Zubizuri, Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park, the Guggenheim Museum, and more.

San Sebastian

San Sebastián is the de facto summer capital of Spain, where numerous Spaniards find a much needed escape from the sweltering heat. Its location on the Bay of Biscay is unique, as San Sebastian is surrounded by green mountains. A beach resort in its own right, San Sebastián did not succumb to consumerism and bad taste. La Parte Vieja, with narrow streets, hidden plazas, and medieval houses, adds plenty of charm to its elegant shops, wide boulevards, sidewalk cafes, and restaurants.

Visit Urgull, Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro, San Telmo Museum, Zurriola beach, Bay of La Concha, bay of La Concha, and so much more!

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