Game of Thrones tour from San Sebastian: Gaztelugatxe and Flysch

Climb to a hermitage where Jon Snow met Daenerys, then walk the cliffs where they first docked

A full-day Game of Thrones tour from San Sebastian visits two Basque Coast filming sites with a local guide. You hike 241 steps up to the hermitage at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, ring its bell, and descend to the double-arch stone bridge where Jon Snow and Daenerys walk in Season 7. Later, you explore the dramatic Flysch cliffs at Zumaia where the Mother of Dragons first meets Jon Snow, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Game of Thrones Basque Coast tour

• Pickup from San Sebastian hotel
• Travel west to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
• Admire views from Gaztelugatxe lookout point
• Hike 241 steps to hermitage
• Ring bell and take photos
• Descend and return to mainland
• Enjoy beer, wine, and pintxo
• Drive east to Zumaia Flysch coastline
• Visit beach where Jon Snow docks
• Take photos of cliffs and rock formations

The experience

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe sits 35 km west of San Sebastian on a rocky islet in the Bay of Biscay, topped by an ancient hermitage devoted to John the Baptist. The tour picks you up from your hotel and drives you there to walk the exact route Jon Snow and Daenerys take across the striking double-arch stone bridge. The hike up to the hermitage covers 241 winding steps and takes about an hour and a half. The path is steep but the views from the top span the agitated seas and rugged coastline. At the top, you ring the bell three times as legend says to do, then descend back to the mainland for a beer or wine and a complimentary pintxo, a Basque tapa, before heading back to the vehicle.

The second half of the day heads eastward to Zumaia and the Flysch, a dramatic section of the Basque Coast Geopark where jagged rock formations rise from the beach. This is where Jon Snow docks to meet Daenerys for the first time in Season 7. You walk the beach and the cliffs, and the guide shows you the best spots for photos. The whole day runs seven hours from pickup to drop-off, and your local guide speaks English or Spanish throughout.

What’s included

• A local guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water.
• transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• entrance and the guided hike to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Island.
• a stroll through the Flysch section of the Basque Coast Geopark in Zumaia.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in San Sebastian.
• one pintxo and one drink after the hermitage hike.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Go Basque

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you follow the commentary comfortably in your own language. The seven-hour day and the steep hike to the hermitage suit travelers with moderate fitness who want to walk the actual Game of Thrones filming locations rather than view them from a distance.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the hike up San Juan de Gaztelugatxe actually like?

The hike covers 241 steps on a winding footbridge that connects the mainland to the islet, and it is steep. The climb takes about an hour and a half round-trip, so you need comfortable walking shoes and at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The views of the hermitage and the Bay of Biscay reward the effort.

Can I do this tour if I'm not in great shape?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health because of the steep hike and its duration. If you have concerns about fitness, check with the operator before booking.

What does the Flysch at Zumaia look like?

The Flysch is a section of the Basque Coast Geopark known for its dramatic jagged cliffs and layered rock formations that rise from the beach. This is the Dragonstone beach where Jon Snow arrives to meet Daenerys in the show, and the guide will point out the best photo spots.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included, but the tour provides a complimentary pintxo (a Basque tapa) and one drink after the hike at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. You can bring your own food or stop to eat during the day.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

The operator reserves the right to modify the itinerary slightly depending on weather conditions for safety reasons. Dress for the weather (raincoats and sunscreen are recommended), and wear comfortable walking shoes that can handle wet or uneven ground.