Savor the charm of Basque Country with an art-filled journey through Cantabria and La Rioja.
Take a journey into the history, art, and gastronomy of the Basque Country through Cantabria and La Rioja. Explore Bilbao’s vibrant spirit, Gaudí’s whimsical El Capricho, and the medieval beauty of Santillana del Mar. Enjoy a special visit to Chillida Leku, an open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures. Learn about fashion heritage with a curator-led experience at the Balenciaga Museum, and gain special access to the Peace Museum in Gernika and the Museum of Fine Arts in Vitoria. Savor the charm of the French Basque coast in Biarritz and the charming fishing village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, and stroll the storied streets of Hondarribia.
Highlights
- Meet the Director of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, an architectural and artistic marvel that embodies the dynamic spirit of modern Bilbao, housing world-class contemporary art
- Gaze upon El Capricho de Gaudí a rare jewel of Antoni Gaudí’s early work, where whimsical forms and colorful details reflect his boundless creativity
- Visit the Chillida Leku Museum, a serene open-air museum where Eduardo Chillida’s monumental sculptures converse with nature, offering a contemplative artistic experience led by Chillida’s grandson
- Enjoy a private encounter with one of Spain’s most celebrated wineries, Muga Winery in La Rioja, for a private tasting where tradition and excellence blend in every glass
- Walk the timeless stone streets in the medieval Villages of Laguardia and Santillana del Mar, with noble architecture that transports visitors into the rich layers of Iberian history
- Take a soulful morning walk along the legendary pilgrimage route, Camino de Santiago Walk (Nájera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada) connecting you to centuries of devotion and cultural exchange
- Visit local artists in their private studio residencies
