Tour · 7 nights · with Explore Worldwide
A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country
This small-group, escorted tour from Explore Worldwide traces northern Spain’s food trail from Basque pintxos in San Sebastian to Catalan paella in Barcelona over seven nights.
- Duration
- 7 nights
- Departures
- 8 dates
- Choose a month below
- Countries
- Spain
- Operator
- Explore Worldwide
- From
- £2,135
- per person
Highlights
What makes this one worth it
Traditional anchovy canning in Getaria
Wine tasting at a Rioja Alavesa bodega
Walking a section of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route
Food tour of Pamplona’s central market
Paella-making class in Barcelona
About the trip
Starting in Bilbao, this week-long tour moves through northern Spain’s culinary heartlands with a steady pace that balances guided visits and free time. Early days centre on the Basque Country, taking in the fishing village of Getaria with its anchovy canning industry and panoramic views from Monte Urgull in San Sebastian.
The route continues south to La Rioja Alavesa where a working winery unveils its production alongside tastings. A walk along a pilgrimage section of the Camino de Santiago leads to Puente La Reina, notable for its distinctive five-arched medieval bridge. In Pamplona, the itinerary offers a food tour of markets and regional specialities before moving to Zaragoza, where the Mudejar-influenced El Pilar Cathedral stands out.
By midweek the focus shifts to Catalonia with a chocolate factory visit in Agramunt and the jagged peaks of Montserrat. The final days are spent in Barcelona, with a walking tour of its Gothic and seaside quarters, culminating in a hands-on paella class. Explore Worldwide’s small-group style ensures the pace suits those who appreciate time to absorb the local food and culture.
- 1 Bilbao
- 2 San Sebastian
- 3 La Rioja
- 4 Pamplona
- 5 Zaragoza
- 6 Montserrat
- 7 Barcelona
Itinerary
The route
Bilbao
San Sebastian
La Rioja
Pamplona
Zaragoza
Montserrat
Barcelona
These are the places the trip visits, in order. Explore Worldwide publishes the day-by-day itinerary on its own site.
When to go
Departures and prices
Lowest price each month, per person.
Explore Worldwide confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.
Need to know
Before you book
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- Per personThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
- Travelling alone
- Check with Explore Worldwide
- Flights
- Not included: you book your own to the start
- What’s included
- Check with Explore Worldwide
- Accessibility
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For full details of what’s included, check with Explore Worldwide. See the full details on their site
Questions people ask
- How long is A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country?
- A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country is a 7 nights tour holiday.
- Who operates A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country?
- A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country is operated by Explore Worldwide.
- How much does A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country cost?
- Prices for A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country start from £2,135, subject to availability.
The operator
Explore Worldwide
Small-group adventures, walking and wildlife
Small groups with local leaders, and a fondness for the places at the end of the road. Trips are graded so you know how active they are.
You book with Explore Worldwide directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.
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