Bilbao to Bordeaux: Cuisine and Culture
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Spain is one of the most history-laden countries in Europe, a melting pot of languages, cuisines and cultures. Set in the living heart of Basque country, Bilbao is a bastion of art, architecture and wonderful traditional dishes such as pintxos. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel, where this evening you gather for cocktails and a welcome dinner.
Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao
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2 Guernica – A Legacy of Remembrance
Start your day with a visit to nearby Guernica, a city inextricably linked to the brutality of war and nationalism as vividly portrayed in Pablo Picasso's masterwork Guernica. Delve into the poignant history that inspired the master, seeing ground zero of the infamous bombing raid that leveled the city in 1937. Next, explore Guernica's renowned market, one of the finest in all of Basque Country, where growers from across the province display their freshly harvested produce for locals and visitors alike. Then, return to Bilbao to explore the fascinating streets of its Old Town, followed by a relaxing evening at leisure.
Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao
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3 Bilbao and the Coast – Masterworks of the Guggenheim
Explore the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and its world-class collection of modern and contemporary art. Next, visit a cellar where the wines are aged more than 60 feet below the surface of the sea, to sample these special vintages paired with pintxos. Proceed to San Sebastián for an A&K-exclusive dining experience at a local gastronomic society, a members-only social club where Basque cuisine and culture are passed from one generation to the next.
Hotel Maria Cristina
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4 Sebastián – Sun, Surf & Cider
Explore San Sebastián's local cider culture, learning how this delightful regional staple is brewed, poured and quaffed in the Basque tradition. After some time at leisure to relax or explore, join a chef-led culinary experience, preparing and tasting regional favorites.
Hotel Maria Cristina
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5 Pamplona – Hemingway's Haunts
Visit a family-run dairy farm and taste their fresh cheeses. Continue to Pamplona — home to the annual festival of San Fermín (the running of the bulls) that inspired Hemingway's classic The Sun Also Rises. After time for lunch at leisure, stroll the city's medieval lanes with a local expert, and then return to San Sebastián. Tonight, you may opt to explore the city's world-renowned culinary scene independently, with advice from A&K if you like.
Hotel Maria Cristina
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6 Bordeaux, France – Along the Coast to France
Cross the border into southwestern France, pausing to take in the scenic fishing village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Proceed to coastal Bayonne, a mellow enclave of Basque country at the foot of the Pyrenees. Continue northward to Bordeaux, where your guide reveals the city as you walk to a local restaurant for dinner. Famed the world over for its wines, Bordeaux, like France itself, is also a noted center for superb gastronomy.
Intercontinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel
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7 Bordeaux – Wines of the Châteaux’s Cellars
Today, explore some of Bordeaux's iconic châteaux, enjoying privileged access to areas otherwise closed to the public. Savor expertly curated tastings of some of the world's most coveted wines, and pause for lunch at one of the châteaux. Afterward, take a guided tour of The City of Wine, celebrating the region's deeply rooted wine culture with a refreshing drink.
Intercontinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel
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8 Bordeaux – Delicacy of the Coast
Travel to Arcachon, a charming seaside town renowned for its oysters. Join an oysterman to cruise through his beds, savoring fresh oysters plucked straight from the sea. After lunch on board, view the Grande Dune du Pilat, largest sand dune in Europe, before returning to Bordeaux for the evening.
Intercontinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel
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9 Bordeaux – Design Your Day
This morning, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
- Explore the Installations at the Bassins de Lumiere, a dynamic art center featuring monumental immersive digital exhibitions.
- Indulge in a Sweet Gourmet Walking Tour of the city, stopping to sample pleasing desserts and other treats.
- Join a Private Bordeaux Wines Masterclass, sampling several regional whites and reds as well as a selection of charcuterie.
Mark the end of your journey with a celebratory farewell dinner.
Intercontinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel
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10 Depart Bordeaux
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
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Browse the masterpieces in the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Discover the city that inspired Picasso’s Guernica, and peruse the locally grown goods in its market, one of Basque Country’s finest
In coastal Plentzia, sample wines aged in a hidden underwater cellar, paired with pintxos
Savor a unique culinary experience at a private gastronomic club in San Sebastián
Experience a private wine tour in Bordeaux, visiting exclusive châteaux and tasting a variety of vintages
Cruise the coastal waters of Arcachon Bay, sampling just-plucked oysters
English-Speaking Resident Tour Director® and Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Travelling Bell Boy® Luggage Handling
Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service
Internet Access
Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
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For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Browse the masterpieces in the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Discover the city that inspired Picasso’s Guernica, and peruse the locally grown goods in its market, one of Basque Country’s finest
In coastal Plentzia, sample wines aged in a hidden underwater cellar, paired with pintxos
Savor a unique culinary experience at a private gastronomic club in San Sebastián
Experience a private wine tour in Bordeaux, visiting exclusive châteaux and tasting a variety of vintages
Cruise the coastal waters of Arcachon Bay, sampling just-plucked oysters
English-Speaking Resident Tour Director® and Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Travelling Bell Boy® Luggage Handling
Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service
Internet Access
Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
