Vineyard , Douro Valley , Portugal Santiago de Compostela Cathedral , Spain
Northern Spain & Portugal : Pilgrimage into the Past
Spain : Bilbao , San Sebastian , Pamplona , León , Santiago de Compostela | Portugal : Douro Valley , Porto
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers , guaranteed
17 days starting from $ 5,195 including international airfare from New York
Single Supplement : FREE Departure Dates : Mar-Jun ; Aug-Nov
Activity Level : Moderate
Follow the path of ancient pilgrimage routes , from the Basque city of Bilbao and Hemingway ’ s beloved Pamplona , to legendary Santiago de Compostela . Witness the breadth of the region ’ s delights , including San Sebastian and the maze-like streets of León . Then , explore the rich traditions of Galicia , the lush Douro Valley of Portugal , and history-soaked Porto .
IT ’ S INCLUDED
• 15 nights accommodation
• International airfare , airport transfers , government taxes , fees , and airline fuel surcharges unless you
choose to make your own air arrangements
• All land transportation
• 32 meals — 15 breakfasts , 9 lunches , and 8 dinners ( including 1 Home-Hosted Lunch )
• 15 small group activities
• Services of a local O . A . T . Trip Experience Leader
• Gratuities for local guides , drivers , and luggage
porters for 1 piece of luggage
• 5 % Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U . S . Fly overnight from the U . S . to Bilbao , Spain .
DAY 2 • Bilbao , Spain Arrive in Bilbao , Spain , and meet your Trip Experience Leader and fellow travelers , including those on our optional Carcassonne , Bayonne & French Basque Country pre-trip extension .
Hotel Abando or similar
DAY 3 • Bilbao Get acquainted with Bilbao during an included walking and panoramic bus tour .
Meals : B , D | Hotel Abando or similar
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