French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking & Hiking Tour

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Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking & Hiking Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Apr-Oct

From $5,499 - $5,799 /person

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Sparkling Biarritz to Spain's Rioja Wine Region

On a map, there's a line. One side France. The other, Spain. But as you gaze at the resplendent Bay of Biscay, walk the high plains and valleys of the Pyrenees, follow the path of pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago and toast the vibrant colors, light and superb wines of La Rioja, you'll see it's a place all its own. 

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Highlights

  • Journey from the dramatic Atlantic Pyrenees in France to the green mountain landscapes of the Basque Country in Spain
  • Hike up to breathtaking views of the region's iconic vast beech forests, broad patchwork hills and sheep-dotted pastures
  • Walk with travelers from all over the world on part of the famed pilgrimage trail of St. James, the Camino de Santiago
  • Savor excellent Basque cuisine created by Michelin-starred chef Francis Paniego and exquisite wines of the Rioja region 
French Pyrenees to Basque Country Walking & Hiking Tour map

France & Spain

Start Biarritz

End Bilbao

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Hike along the coast, past hidden beaches, quaint seaside villages and rugged rock formations Arrive in the charming town of St-Jean-de-Luz, beloved for its picturesque square Stroll the town’s sheltered port, where fishermen tend to their colorful boats Sip a post-hike libation on the terrace of our exquisite retreat.

Accommodations
La Réserve

(1 night)

Night 1

La Réserve
St-Jean-de-Luz
*Deluxe Hotel

This clifftop property overlooks the deep-blue Atlantic and offers plenty of sunny lounge spaces throughout its manicured gardens to take in the view. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Discover the Basque Country’s bucolic charm as you walk through green sheep-dotted hills Hiking in the Pyrenees, skirt the line between France and Spain on an ancient route once used by wayfarers and smugglers •  Linger over a classic Basque lunch in picturesque Bidarray Explore the landscape surrounding our idyllic retreat or simply take in the scene from the pool.

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Auberge Ostapé
Bidarray
Premiere Hotel

A beautifully restored traditional Basque farm from the 17th century offering pastoral tranquility and dramatic views of the surrounding emerald hills. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Cross into the Navarra region of Spain for a walk on the renowned Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route Trek through medieval villages and across old stone bridges Taste an array of local pintxos—delicious small plates Prepare to be stunned by tonight’s Frank Gehry-designed hotel and winery Rural beauty surrounds us in La Rioja wine region, where hundreds of ancestral wineries have thrived for generations As you hike, admire the play of sunlight, shadow and color on the vineyard-laced landscape Walk on centuries-old cobblestone streets in historic villages like Laguardia and Elciego Indulge in Basque specialties with Michelin stars—the ideal finish to an extraordinary week.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Hotel Marqués de Riscal
Elciego
Premiere Hotel

Created by Frank Gehry to complement his famed Guggenheim design in Bilbao, this architectural masterpiece—featuring Michelin-starred cuisine—is a destination unto itself. (pool, spa)  

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Night 1

La Réserve
St-Jean-de-Luz

*Deluxe Hotel

This clifftop property overlooks the deep-blue Atlantic and offers plenty of sunny lounge spaces throughout its manicured gardens to take in the view. (pool)

Nights 2-3

Auberge Ostapé
Bidarray

Premiere Hotel

A beautifully restored traditional Basque farm from the 17th century offering pastoral tranquility and dramatic views of the surrounding emerald hills. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Hotel Marqués de Riscal
Elciego

Premiere Hotel

Created by Frank Gehry to complement his famed Guggenheim design in Bilbao, this architectural masterpiece—featuring Michelin-starred cuisine—is a destination unto itself. (pool, spa)  

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