Private, on your own dates · Spain
Drive through Northern Spain on a 9-night self-drive holiday from Barcelona to San Sebastián, Bilbao and Logroño, with breakfast and hotel stays included.
Discover Northern Spain at an easy pace on this 9-night self-drive holiday linking Barcelona, San Sebastián, Bilbao and Logroño. The route brings together Catalan city life, Basque coastal scenery and the wine country of La Rioja, with time in each stop to enjoy the character of the region rather than just pass through it.
Start in Barcelona, where broad avenues, modernist architecture and the historic centre create a lively first chapter for the journey. From there, continue west along a scenic overland route to San Sebastián, a city known for its elegant bay, promenades and celebrated food culture. The drive itself adds to the trip, giving you a fuller sense of how the landscapes change across northern Spain.
In Bilbao, the itinerary balances the city’s old quarter with its contemporary side, including one of Spain’s best-known modern landmarks. The final stay in Logroño introduces a different rhythm again, with medieval streets, historic architecture and a strong wine tradition that gives La Rioja its appeal. Each destination adds a distinct layer to the trip, making it a rewarding choice for travellers who want variety without long-haul transfers between every stop.
With hotel stays and daily breakfast included, this Spain itinerary works well for travellers who prefer flexibility and the freedom of their own vehicle. It is a practical way to combine culture, coastline, gastronomy and wine in one Northern Spain holiday, ending back in Barcelona after a memorable circuit through four very different cities.
Hotels are named on your confirmation — all are of the stated category.
Rental car collection and return are arranged in Barcelona.
Spain
Spring and autumn are ideal. Coastal areas peak in summer. Madrid and Seville are hot Jul–Aug.
Yes. The included rental car makes this a good option for travellers who want to set their own pace while following a fixed route and hotel plan.
The program is based on hotel stays in Barcelona, San Sebastián, Bilbao and Logroño, with the itinerary allowing two nights in each city before returning to Barcelona.
No. Entrance fees for monuments and attractions are excluded, so any ticketed visits such as museums or major sights are paid separately.
This is a self-drive holiday with hotels, breakfast and a rental car included, designed for independent travellers who want a Northern Spain route with practical support.
Yes. Travel insurance is mandatory and must be arranged before departure.
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