Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao
Description
Discover the natural beauty of Biscay (Bizkaia in Basque) on this unforgettable tour from Bilbao, which will take you to some of the region’s most iconic destinations. The journey begins at the remarkable Hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, internationally recognized as “Dragonstone” from the Game of Thrones series. This enchanting site is reached by climbing 241 steps between sea and rock, offering stunning views of the Basque coastline. Next, the tour heads to Mundaka, a charming fishing village located in the heart of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Known for its famous left-hand wave that attracts surfers worldwide, Mundaka also captivates visitors with its rich maritime heritage. The experience concludes with a visit to Guernica, where you can explore the symbolic Tree of Gernica, stroll through areas steeped in history, and gain insight into the events of the bombing that inspired Picasso’s renowned mural. *The afternoon group does not include the visit to Guernica
Tour Options
Itinerary
Enjoy the first viewpoint of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.
Arrival in Mundaka and walk along the pier and estuary of the Urdaibai river.
Arrival in Guernica. Walk through Assembly Hall, market and air shelters (If you select the afternoon tour option, the visit to Guernica will not be included).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please provide your hotel or apartment name and address (if small group option selected). Please note that the bilingual group option does not offer hotel pick up.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead (minimum of 4 adults for the bilingual group option). If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- IMPORTANT - At all times, the advice given at access points must be followed, and the measures and recommendations established by health authorities should be respected. It is recommended to check the weather forecast for the day of the visit (Euskalmet) and to follow the authorities' recommendations in case of extreme weather events. On days with an orange alert and to avoid health incidents, it is advised not to hike up to the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage during the affected hours. In any case, it is recommended to take self-protection measures, such as wearing comfortable and suitable footwear, protecting yourself from the sun, and staying properly hydrated.
- Bilingual tour option doesn't include pick up or drop off. Please meet the guide at the meeting point
- Due to stairs and uneven terrain, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
- Steep hike in Gaztelugatxe
Reviews(824)
Pilar was excellent and very knowledgeable. San Juan de gaztelugatxe and Guernica were excellent and lunch was in Mendaka. In general, I thought 1.5 hours for the San Juan hike is too short and requires considerable stamina. There was also no time to relax for more than a few minutes during the day. I think if it had been 2 destinations instead of 3 (leave out Mendaka) we could have slowed the day down and enjoyed the hike more. Also, for middle aged women, be aware there is only a really dirty port a potty at the beginning of the hike and nothing else for several hours until you return to the meeting point.
Going to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe was AMAZING but in all honesty the whole trip was fabulous. There was a hiccup in the reservation resulting from what I thought was a 1/2 day tour to an 8.5 hr tour. The company was so accommodating! I would book with this company any day over others. They were so helpful with providing alternative options that we ended up staying the entire tour! José was the BEST guide. Enthusiastic about his job and the guests on the tour. It really showed that he loves what he does. A ton of information about the towns etc! Even gave out his number for after the tour if anyone needed further recommendations for the area. I have never had the experience before. Best tour company/guide EVER!
A decent tour but needs work. Those who have mobility challenges, or problems, walking up and down steep hills will find this tour very challenging. In addition, it was rushed it, especially considering how far Dragon Stone was away from where the bus dropped us off. At the second stop, we barely had time.(1 hour) to grab something to eat before it was back on the bus. Considering how busy it was walking around the town to see anything else was out of the question. At the third stop the guide did give us some local flare, but spent a little too much time in my opinion discussing the politics of why Picasso made his Guernica mural. There were some German tourist in our group, and I felt the guide was a little too pointed about the fact that it was German military that bombed the town. In all of the locations there were a lot of hills a lot of walking, and while for most people that’s probably not a problem. The things that we’re being shown, if people have those challenges, I mentioned at the first, they are going to have a hard time keeping up and will not enjoy this tour.
Excellent trip and host. Highly recommended
Great day trip! Our guide was amazing and very informative! Good hike to the church … it is a bit of a trek, but well worth it. All entrance fees were included.
Our guide was extremely helpful and informative. She gave us lots of good tips when exploring and directions.
WONDERFUL! Our guide Nora was incredibly friendly, helpful and told extensively about the area! A lot seen and learned!
Wonderful tour, the guide Nora was very good, adding a Basque touch because she is from there. Gaztelugatxe is a great place worth seeing even if you are not a fan of Game of Thrones. The day I went, the heat was almost 40 degrees, so there were uncomfortable moments, but it is worth it; Mundaka, Bermeo, and Gernika have their charm. My only "complaint" is that this tour requires very good physical condition; the uphill, downhill, uphill, downhill, and especially the final uphill (the return) are very demanding, and not everyone can handle it. I think it should mention something in the activity description on the Viator site; the guide warned me when we arrived, and it is indeed a strenuous tour. Aside from this detail, I highly recommend it!
I would recommend this trip to anyone that has a spare morning in Bilbao. Dragonstone was an excellent physical challenge and we got rewarded with a stop for lunch in Mundaka. Guernica was interesting finish to the trip. All in all, good glimpse into the more country side of Basque. And also, give Adur a promotion! That guy is knowledgeable and a comedy gold.
Great tour, I did not expect it, and with our guide Nora, we had a Basque perspective that made the experience more interesting because she is a native. The road transfers are very quick, and Mundaka and Gernika have their own charms, but the star is Gazteluatxe; it is impressive, and with the idea of 'Juego de Tornos' in mind, it is even more interesting. My only observation is that it is a physically demanding walk and it is not clear in Viator's description. Right there, we witnessed a helicopter rescue of a person with a fracture. I believe that if you do not have good physical ability, you lose some of the magic of the place, and it can also be dangerous. Nora warned us about how demanding the tour is when we arrived, but it would be more helpful to know this when booking. I had a great time anyway!
