Bilbao to Bordeaux: Cuisine & Culture

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Bilbao to Bordeaux: Cuisine & Culture



Tour Description:

Immerse yourself in a cultural and culinary
exploration of Spain’s vibrant Basque country
and France’s celebrated Bordeaux region, two
spectacularly scenic destinations renowned the
world over for their fine food and wine.

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Dates & Pricing

Sunday 09 Jun 24 — Monday 17 Jun 24Starting at $10,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 18 Aug 24 — Monday 26 Aug 24Starting at $10,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 08 Sep 24 — Monday 16 Sep 24Starting at $10,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 15 Sep 24 — Monday 23 Sep 24Starting at $10,795 Get a Quote
Sunday 29 Sep 24 — Monday 07 Oct 24Starting at $10,795 Get a Quote


ITINERARY

Day 1 - Bilbao, Spain
Arrive in Bilbao, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, gather for cocktails and a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Day 2 - Guernica & the Coast
Start your day with a visit to nearby Guernica, a city inextricably linked to the brutality of war and nationalism as vividly portrayed in Pablo Picasso’s masterwork, Guernica. Delve into the poignant history that inspired the master, seeing ground zero of the infamous bombing raid that leveled the city in 1937. Next, explore Guernica’s renowned market, one of the finest in all of Basque Country, where growers from across the province display their freshly harvested produce for locals and visitors alike. Then, return to Bilbao to explore the fascinating streets of its Old Town, followed by a relaxing evening at leisure.

Day 3 - Bilbao
Explore the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and its world-class collection of modern and contemporary art. Next, visit a cellar where the wines are aged more than 60 feet below the surface of the sea, to sample these special vintages paired with pintxos. Proceed to San Sebastián for an A&K-exclusive dining experience at a local gastronomic society, a members-only social club where Basque cuisine and culture are passed from one generation to the next.

Day 4 - San Sebastián
Explore San Sebastián’s local cider culture, learning how this delightful regional staple is brewed, poured and quaffed in the Basque tradition. After some time at leisure to relax or explore, join a Chef’s Table experience, preparing and tasting regional favorites.

Day 5 - Pamplona
Visit a family-run dairy farm and taste their fresh cheeses. Continue to Pamplona — home to the annual festival of San Fermín (the running of the bulls) that inspired Hemingway’s classic The Sun Also Rises. After time for lunch at leisure, stroll the city’s medieval lanes with a local expert, and then return to San Sebastián. Tonight, you may opt to explore the city’s world-renowned culinary scene independently, with advice from A&K if you like.

Day 6 - Bordeaux, France
Cross the border into France, pausing to take in the scenic fishing village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Proceed to coastal Bayonne for an expert-led chocolate tasting. Continue northward to Bordeaux, where your guide reveals the city as you walk to a local restaurant for dinner.

Day 7 - Bordeaux
Today, explore some of Bordeaux’s iconic châteaux, enjoying privileged access to areas otherwise closed to the public. Savor expertly curated tastings of some of the world’s most coveted wines, and pause for lunch at one of the châteaux.

Day 8 - Bordeaux
Travel to Arcachon, a charming seaside town renowned for its oysters. Join an oysterman to Ride Like a Local around his beds, savoring fresh oysters plucked straight from the sea. After lunch on board, head to shore for a guided tour of The City of Wine, celebrating the region’s deeply rooted wine culture with a Scenic Sundowner. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner in a private salon of your hotel overlooking the opera house.

Day 9 - Bordeaux
After breakfast, you are transferred to the airport for your departure flight.