b'DiscoveriesDiscover the Basque Country from the traditional town of The BasqueHondarribia, with excursions to San Sebastin, Bilbao and8 DAYS from 1,199ppa trip on La Rhune Mountain Railway. 1,099 ppCountry YOUR ITINERARYDay 1. From London to Hondarribia Meeting at London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris, continuing byFROM/TOrail to Hendaye. We are then transferred by coach to Hondarribia, just acrossPARISthe Spanish border, where we check in to our hotel.SanSt Jean De La LuzBilbao Sebastin 7 Col De Hondarribia St IgnaceDay 2. At leisure to explore HondarribiaLa RhuneEnjoy discovering Hondarribia on your own today, ashing village considered to be one of the most beautiful spots in the Basque Country. The medievalSPAINOld Town can be reached by following the preserved walls up to the castle.Day 3. Excursion to San SebastinThis morning we travel by coach to the beautiful city of San Sebastin for aCoachguided walking tour of the historic sights, followed by free time to exploreWHATS INCLUDED:independently. Enroute we stop brie y to see striking Mount Jaizkibel. Known as Spains culinary capital, San Sebastin is world famous for its cuisine. Set in 7 nights 3-Star hotel the fabulous La Concha Bay, it has a glamorous past as a seaside resort. accommodationDay 4. Free time in HondarribiaEurostar StandardYou are at leisure to explore more of Hondarribia today. There is a wide, sandy Standard Class rail travelbeach which is popular with both locals and tourists. This evening you could All rail and coach travel throughout follow local tradition by visiting small bars to sample authentic pintxos. your tourDay 5. St Jean de la Luz & the Petit Train de la Rhune Expertise of a UK Tour Manager Today we travel by coach to the French coastal town of St Jean de la Luz. Thisfrom start tonish Breakfast each day, 4 dinners shing port is known for its beautiful beach and excellent seafood. There is free time here and you could try the catch of the day for lunch. This afternoonAll guided tours and excursionsis a trip on the 1920s rack railway, the Petit Train de la Rhune, to the summit of La Rhune. Travelling in vintage carriagesup above forests, ravines and mountain peat bogswe experience fantastic views of the Pyrenees and An exquisiteBasque coast, from San Sebastin to Biarritz and across the Atlantic Ocean.week with scenicDay 6. Discover more of Hondarribia or further a eldexplorations andWith another chance to explore at leisure, you could enjoy a walk along the Hondarribia seafront promenade. From the marina, follow the Butrn lots of free time. Boardwalk along the waterside for wonderful views of the ocean, the estuary Tour Code: BHS| per person based on Hannah, 2024 and across to Hendaye. If you would like to explore further, there are bus or2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers ferry services to Hendaye, which has a train station with direct connections tofrom 500.French Basque towns such as Biarritz.2025 Departures: SAN SEBASTIN Day 7. An excursion to the city of Bilbao APR, MAY, JUN, SEP, OCTThis morning we are taken by coach to visit Bilbao, a modern city with a HONDARRIBIA BILBAO LE PETIT TRAIN DE LA RHUNE charming Old Quarter, to see the Guggenheim Museum. With entry included, you are free to look around at leisure. The contemporary gallery features theEveryday Traveller Ratedwork of artists including JeKoons and Louise Bourgeois, but its the buildingwith its curvy exterior designed by Frank Gehrywhich often gets the most1 2 3 4attention. After viewing the exhibitions theres time to continue exploring Bilbaoyou could wander around the Old Town or maybe visit the Doa Casilda Iturrizar Park which has beautiful gardens, architecture, and fountains.Secure your place now with a 300pp depositDay 8. Homeward boundAfter ournal breakfast, we are taken by coach to Hendaye then travel by railFor more information on to Paris. Changing trains in the French capital, we join the Eurostar back to London St Pancras where your Basque holiday comes to an end.dates and prices, visit greatrail.com/BHS30Call 01904 527168 to speak to our team SPAIN 31'