This island off the Northern Basque coast of Spain is spectacular. The hundreds of stairs you must climb to reach the top were featured in the Game of Thrones series. I usually just stop at the scenic overlook to take in the view and snap a few photos - if you want to hike up to the top of the island and ring the bell you should count on spending 1.5 -2 hours doing this. There is no admission fee (as of summer 2o18) but they do require reservations to hike the trail.

Bermeo is the most important fishing port in the Basque Country. You mat enjoy a walk along the impressive fortified Sea wall, or have a cafe in the port overlooking the sailboats in the harbor. The Basque architecture here is enchanting.

This seaside town is home to a famous surfing wave, we'll take a short walk around the center of town.

On top of a cliff overlooking the city of San Sebastian there is a quaint historic amusement park for children - and an enormous panoramic view over the city and its beautiful beaches.

Walk around the old town in San Sebastian to see the historic city center and explore the famous Tapas bars.

On the drive back to Bilbao from San Sebastian we'll drive along the marvelous scenic coastal route "Corniche Basque". This is where the Pyrenees mountains majestically fall into the Atlantic Ocean. We'll drive through Zarautz to Zumaia before taking the Autovia back to Bilbao.