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.
- Sagues Skate Park - The group will gather in the center of San Sebastian and proceed to the Gros district. From Sagües, the hike up Mount Ulia begins, which is part of the coastal route of the pilgrimage known in Spain as the ‘Camino de Santiago’ or St. James Way in English.
- Mount Ulia - This trail is locally referred to as the ‘Ruta del Faro…
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Sagues Skate Park - The group will gather in the center of San Sebastian and proceed to the Gros district. From Sagües, the hike up Mount Ulia begins, which is part of the coastal route of the pilgrimage known in Spain as the ‘Camino de Santiago’ or St. James Way in English.
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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. Participants will walk along a rocky coastline, passing 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 impact on 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 showcase local engineers and carpenters constructing a replica of a 16th-century whaling ship using only traditional techniques. While optional, this experience is truly fascinating!
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Pasai Donibane - From San Pedro, the group will board a small boat to the twin village of San Juan, located across the channel. Visitors will be enchanted by the tranquil atmosphere of this medieval fishing village, whose streets echo the colorful tales of Basque sailors, pirates, and whalers. Before leaving, everyone will have the chance to enjoy a local specialty. Join the 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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