Basque Country Travel
About our group trips to the Basque Country
The Basque Country is located in northern Spain, along the Bay of Biscay, and close to the border with France. The region is known for its strong identity, its coastal towns and its food culture, but also for green landscapes, beautiful coastlines and cities such as Bilbao. Here, both nature and culture differ from many other parts of Spain. With Rolfs Flyg & Busresor you have the opportunity to discover the Basque Country through well-planned group trips with Swedish-speaking tour guides. Our trips to the Basque Country combine city life, the coast, local food and excursions to both larger cities and smaller towns. The Basque Country is ideal for those who want to experience a different side of Spain, where the sea, history and a unique culture are at the center.
Country
★ Spain
Largest city
★ Bilbao
Residents
★ Approximately 2.2 million
Where is the Basque Country located?
The Basque Country is located in northern Spain on the Atlantic coast and borders France. The Basque Country consists of three provinces: Biscay, Gipuzkoa and Álava. The area is known for its own language, Basque, and its strong culture that is different from the rest of Spain. Thanks to its location by the sea, the Basque Country has a greener and milder climate than many other parts of the country. Here, there are coast, mountains and city life in relatively short distances, and it is therefore popular to take a tour of the Basque Country to discover it all.
Basque Country Travel
Our trips to the Basque Country are great for those who want to experience several sides of the region during the same trip. Here you can travel between coastal towns, smaller fishing villages and larger cities such as Bilbao and San Sebastián. On a round trip to the Basque Country you can experience everything from pintxos bars and local markets to coastal roads, mountain landscapes and historic city centers. The Basque Country is also known for its food culture, which means that many trips here combine sights with local taste experiences.
Cities in the Basque Country
The Basque Country has several popular cities with different characters. Bilbao is the largest city in the Basque Country and is best known for the Guggenheim Museum and its modern urban development. San Sebastián is a city that attracts with beaches, restaurants and its food culture, while Vitoria-Gasteiz has a calmer feel with historic quarters and nice green areas. Many smaller coastal towns and villages are also worth discovering during a trip through the Basque Country. The combination of sea, city life and nature means that the places in the Basque Country feel varied even though the distances are relatively short.
Travel to Bilbao
Bilbao is the largest city in the Basque Country and has gone from being an industrial city to now being one of the most popular travel destinations in northern Spain. Bilbao's most famous attraction is the Guggenheim Museum, where you can see modern architecture. On our trips to Bilbao you can experience Basque culture and city life with local food experiences. There are both older neighborhoods with small streets and modern areas along the Nervión River.
San Sebastian Vacations
San Sebastián, or Donostia as the city is called in Basque, is famous for its La Concha beach and its food culture. It is home to some of Spain's most well-known restaurants, but also many smaller pintxos bars where you can try local specialties on your trip to San Sebastián. The city is full of promenades, old quarters and viewpoints over the sea. Many travelers to the Basque Country find San Sebastián one of the highlights of their trip, especially for the combination of coast, city life and food.
Basque tapas - Pintxos
Pintxos are an important part of the food culture in the Basque Country and something many people associate with a trip to the Basque Country. The word comes from the Basque language and often refers to small dishes or appetizers that are served on bread and usually held together with a toothpick. On a trip to San Sebastián and Bilbao, it is common to go between different bars and try several different pintxos in the same evening. The selection can vary from classic varieties with ham, cheese and seafood to more modern and creative combinations. Eating pintxos is not only about the food, but also about the atmosphere and the social aspect of the meal. For many, it is one of the highlights of a trip to the Basque Country and a popular way to experience the region's food culture.