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Zarautz, Getaria, and Zumaia Day Trip from San Sebastian

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Explore the Basque coast and iconic flysch cliffs on a half-day small-group tour with a local guide

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4 h

Max 8 Guests

Explore the Atlantic coast from San Sebastian on a small-group tour, blending landscape, history, and authentic Basque culture. Your local guide and driver take you first to Zarautz, known for its elegant seafront promenade. Next, see the fishing port of Getaria, famous for its smoky seafood grills and local wine. The final stop is Itzurun Beach in Zumaia, where ancient, layered rock formations create a geological cathedral. A great tour for travelers prioritizing an unhurried pace.

What's included

Expert bilingual guide

Private vehicle transport

Exploration of Zarautz, Getaria and Zumaia

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Guide tips

Itinerary

Meet your guide at your hotel/apartment pick-up

A private vehicle collects you from your San Sebastian accommodation at 9:00 AM, beginning your small-group exploration of the Basque coast. Meet your bilingual guide and prepare for a morning of scenic coastal views.

Panoramic view from Talai Mendi and Zarautz Old Town

Gain a sweeping panoramic view of Zarautz from Talai Mendi, overlooking the popular surfing beach. Descend to the town to walk the elegant Malecón seafront promenade. Then, explore the pulse of the Atlantic in Zarautz's historic Old Town.

Walk through Getaria’s historic core and pier

Follow the scenic road to the medieval fishing village of Getaria. Explore the historic Old Town and walk along the pier, a hub of Basque maritime tradition. Note the smoky seafood grills, a staple of the local culture.

Itzurun Beach and the Zumaia flysch cliffs

The tour's final stop is Zumaia, home to the iconic Itzurun Beach. The Cantabrian Sea has carved the dramatic, layered rock formations known as the flysch, a famed geological cathedral. See the Hermitage of San Telmo perched above the water.

Your tour finishes back in San Sebastian

Your guide transports you back to San Sebastian, arriving around 1:00 PM. The half-day tour concludes with drop-off directly at your hotel or apartment. Return with memorable images of the region's surf and ancient cliffs.

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Start times are in the product’s local time

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

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Meeting and drop-off point

Your tour includes convenient hotel or apartment pick-up in San Sebastian. You will specify your exact location when booking, and your guide will meet you there. The tour concludes with drop-off back at your original pick-up location in San Sebastian.

Important Details

Good to know:

Accessibility: This tour involves ancient ground and uneven terrain. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Tour Changes: This tour does not operate on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Please Note: A minimum group size of two people is required for the tour to operate. You will be notified if the minimum is not met.
Children: If children are included in your booking, please contact us a few days before the tour to confirm the children's weight and height to ensure we select the appropriate car seats.
Check-in: Please be ready for pick up 15 minutes early so the group can depart on time.

Your 4-hour tour includes:

Expert Bilingual local guide (English and Spanish)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in San Sebastian
Transportation in a private vehicle with air conditioning
Exploration of Zarautz, Getaria and Zumaia
Maximum group size of 8

What to bring:

Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Water bottle
Camera

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Is this tour family friendly?

This tour is family friendly, and we recommend a soft baby carrier for younger children due to the uneven walking terrain. We will contact you before the tour to confirm the children's weight and height to ensure we select the appropriate car seats.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

This tour involves walking and navigating ancient, uneven terrain in the coastal towns and around the cliffs. It is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for guests with significant mobility issues.

Does the tour require a minimum number of participants?

Yes, the tour requires a minimum group size of two people to operate. If this number is not met three days prior, we will contact you with options, including waiting or rescheduling.

What languages is the tour conducted in?

The tour is guided by a bilingual local guide and is conducted in both English and Spanish. Your guide may give some explanations in both languages while on the tour.