Dragonstone, Mundaka & Guernica from Bilbao: 6-hour guided tour

Climb to a clifftop hermitage, then trace the Basque coast through fishing villages and wartime history

This six-hour guided tour from Bilbao visits three landmarks across Biscay: the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (known as Dragonstone from Game of Thrones), the fishing village of Mundaka in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, and Guernica with its historic Tree and Assembly Hall. The tour includes a guide in English or Spanish, private or small-group transport with hotel pickup, and entry to the Gaztelugatxe site. The afternoon departure skips Guernica. A minimum of two adults is required for the tour to operate, or you'll be offered an alternative date or full refund.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe2h · entry included
2. Mundaka1h

Visit Dragonstone, Mundaka, and Guernica

• Climb 241 steps at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
• Enjoy views of Basque coastline
• Walk along Mundaka pier and estuary
• Explore Guernica Assembly Hall and market
• Visit Guernica air shelters

The experience

Six hours means the full arc of the day: start with San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, where 241 steps climb between sea and rock to reach a clifftop hermitage. The ascent is steep and uneven underfoot, and the site sits on the Basque coast where weather can shift fast: the operator advises checking the forecast and following local authority guidance, especially on days with orange weather alerts. Once up, the views across the coastline hold the reason people come.

From there the route drops to Mundaka, a working fishing village built into the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. You walk the pier and the estuary of the Urdaibai river, moving through a place known worldwide for its left-hand wave but lived in by people who fish and trade. The village itself is the stop, not a backdrop. The maritime heritage is what the guide unpacks.

The morning and full-day tours end in Guernica, where the Assembly Hall, market and air shelters mark the town's place in Spanish history. The Tree of Gernica stands as a symbol. The bombing that inspired Picasso's mural happened here. The afternoon departure skips this leg and returns to Bilbao instead. Transport is private (your group only) or small-group shared, depending on which option you book, and pickup from your hotel or apartment is included except on the bilingual option, which meets at a set point. The tour runs in all weather, so dress for wind and wet. Comfortable footwear matters on the stairs and uneven ground.

What’s included

• A guide in English or Spanish.
• private or small-group transport with hotel pickup (except bilingual option).
• entry ticket to the Gaztelugatxe site.
• stops at Mundaka and Guernica (afternoon tour excludes Guernica).

Options for this experience

5 options

Bilingual groupGuide in English or Spanish · 09:00This tour option departs from a set meeting point rather than offering hotel pickup. Our tour leader presents the tour in both Spanish and English, and travelers who speak either language are welcome. The minimum group size is 4 adults and the maximum is 45, traveling by bus. The meeting point is the Puppy flower dog at the entrance of Museum Guggenheim in Bilbao (Mazarredo street #66).

Small group (English)09:00Small group tour for up to 8 participants, run in a private minivan and conducted in English. Pickup is included.

Small group (Spanish)09:00Small group tour for up to 8 participants, run in a private minivan and conducted in Spanish. Pickup is included.

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Private group (English)09:00 and 11:00Private local guide included throughout the tour, offering insights, a personalized itinerary and detailed explanations. The tour is run in a private minivan. Solo travelers are welcome, but they must pay the equivalent of a minimum of two adults. Pickup is included.

Private group (Spanish)09:00Private local guide included throughout the tour, offering insights, a personalized itinerary and detailed explanations. The tour is run in a private minivan. Solo travelers are welcome, but they must pay the equivalent of a minimum of two adults. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 11:00

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (under 12)

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

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Is this one for you?Book the private option if your group wants to set the pace and skip the meeting point. The small-group option works if you're comfortable sharing transport and want to meet other travelers. The bilingual guide suits families or mixed-language groups, though you'll arrange your own way to the meeting point. Morning and full-day departures both reach Guernica. Choose afternoon only if the shorter route and earlier return to Bilbao fit your schedule better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

In English, at 09:00 and 11:00. In Spanish, at 09:00.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (under 12).

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 241-step climb to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe actually like?

The hermitage sits on a rocky peninsula, and the steps are steep and uneven, climbing between sea cliffs with no shelter. The site is exposed to weather and the Basque coast can turn quickly, so the operator recommends checking the forecast before the day and following local authority guidance if extreme weather is forecast. Comfortable footwear and sun protection matter.

Does the afternoon tour include Guernica?

The afternoon group does not visit Guernica. It stops at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and Mundaka, then returns to Bilbao. The full-day and morning departures include Guernica with the Assembly Hall, market and air shelters.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off are included on the private and small-group options. The bilingual group option does not include pickup. You meet the guide at a designated meeting point instead.

What is Mundaka known for?

Mundaka is a fishing village in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, recognized worldwide for its left-hand wave that draws surfers. The tour walks the pier and estuary of the Urdaibai river, exploring the maritime heritage and the working village itself.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes a live guide in English or Spanish, private or small-group transport, entry to the Gaztelugatxe site, and hotel pickup and drop-off (except on the bilingual option). Lunch and rain gear are not included.

What level of fitness is needed?

The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The 241-step climb to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is steep and uneven, and the walk through Mundaka and Guernica involves uneven terrain. The tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility or poor cardiovascular health.