Embark on an adventurous journey along the St. James Way and Basque Whalers, exploring forests, cliffs, and a medieval castle-like lighthouse. Encounter a 16th-century ship, a picturesque fjord, a charming Venetian town, and a stunning mountain by the sea. Discover a unique half-fishing, half-medieval town that captivated the New York Times.
Embark on an adventurous journey along the St. James Way and Basque Whalers, exploring forests, cliffs, and a medieval castle-like lighthouse. Encounter a 16th-century ship, a picturesque fjord, a charming Venetian town, and a stunning mountain by the sea. Discover a unique half-fishing, half-medieval town that captivated the New York Times.
- Mount Ulia - This trail is locally referred to as the ‘Ruta del Faro de la Plata’ because it passes by the lighthouse built in 1855 (Spanish: faro) at the entrance to the port of Pasajes. The path offers a walk along a rocky coastline with stunning coves, rugged cliffs, and artistically shaped sandstone formations. In the 16th and 17th centuries,…
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Mount Ulia - This trail is locally referred to as the ‘Ruta del Faro de la Plata’ because it passes by the lighthouse built in 1855 (Spanish: faro) at the entrance to the port of Pasajes. The path offers a walk along a rocky coastline with stunning coves, rugged cliffs, and artistically shaped sandstone formations. In the 16th and 17th centuries, Mount Ulia served as a crucial lookout for migrating whales, making it an ideal spot to learn about the ocean’s significant role in Basque life.
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Albaola, The Sea Factory of the Basques - The coastal path eventually leads to the village of San Pedro. Here, visitors can explore Albaola - the sea factory of the Basques. This museum and shipyard showcases local engineers and carpenters constructing a replica of a 16th-century whaling ship using only traditional techniques. While optional, this experience is truly awe-inspiring!
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Pasai Donibane - From San Pedro, a small boat will ferry visitors to the twin village of San Juan, located across the channel. This medieval fishing village offers a tranquil atmosphere, with streets that echo the colorful tales of Basque sailors, pirates, and whalers. Before leaving, visitors can enjoy a local specialty by mingling with locals in a bar to savor a delicious seafood pintxo and Basque apple cider, poured from a height. Give it a try, and don’t be shy! Topa (cheers)!
- Hotel drop-off
- Private tour
- Albaola Museum visit
- Pintxo and a glass of Basque cider
- Private experienced guide
- Hotel drop-off
- Private tour
- Albaola Museum visit
- Pintxo and a glass of Basque cider
- Private experienced guide
- Food, drinks and tickets, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food, drinks and tickets, unless specified
- Gratuities
A journey on foot through woods and rocky precipices to a lighthouse fashioned like an ancient fortress. What’s more? Some enthusiastic individuals constructing a 16th-century vessel using old-fashioned techniques, a fjord that necessitates traversing by ship, a town of Venetian character that captivated the author of Les Miserables, and a fairly…
A journey on foot through woods and rocky precipices to a lighthouse fashioned like an ancient fortress. What’s more? Some enthusiastic individuals constructing a 16th-century vessel using old-fashioned techniques, a fjord that necessitates traversing by ship, a town of Venetian character that captivated the author of Les Miserables, and a fairly elevated mountain by the ocean. Still want more? A town with equal parts fishing village and medieval charm, which even managed to pique the interest of the New York Times.
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