--- title: Gaztelugatxe and Guernica from San Sebastian lang: en type: tour city: San Sebastián country: Spain price: 124 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.9 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: The rock plus Guernica rank_in_category: 17 of 27 (Day Trips from San Sebastián) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/gaztelugatxe-and-guernica-from-san-sebastian/ --- # Gaztelugatxe and Guernica from San Sebastian **Guidekin's take:** A day by coach to the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the Game of Thrones location, and to Guernica with its tree, Picasso's mural and air raid shelters, with all tickets and a bilingual guide at €124 per person. Needs four adults per booking to run. Rated 4.9 by 30 travellers. In our comparison: #17 of 27 in Day Trips from San Sebastián, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience an unforgettable excursion from San Sebastian to Dragonstone and Guernica. Visit the iconic hermitage of San Juan, the Game of Thrones location, where the Cantabrian Sea crashes against the cliffs. Cross the rocky walkway with a bilingual guide before continuing to Guernica, the symbolic heart of the Basque people, exploring the Tree of Guernica, Picasso’s mural, and historic air raid shelters. Travel comfortably by private coach in a mid sized group. The tour includes transport, entrance to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, and local tips to make the most of each stop. A full day experience linking nature, heritage, and art, perfect for photos, history, and an authentic taste of the Basque Country. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is San Sebastian bus… - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €29: ages 0 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €124 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.9/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Local Experts Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.9 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 29 of 30. - 5 stars: 28 (93%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - All ticket fees - Local guide - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Rain clothes and umbrellas ## Itinerary 1. **San Juan de Gaztelugatxe** (3h; admission included) - Short hike to viewpoint of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe 2. **Gernika-Lumo** (3h) - In Guernica, you will explore the symbolic heart of the Basque people by learning about its history beneath the Tree of Guernica and reflecting on the legacy of the bombing in front of the mural inspired by Pablo Picasso’s "Guernica" painting. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Sat - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is San Sebastian bus station. Main door of the cafeteria (there is only one). The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ599IHFqlUQ0Ra-q6lchvTmM Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - A minimum of 4 adults per booking is required. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity (4 adults) would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date. - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - IMPORTANT - At all times, the advice given at access points must be followed, and the measures and recommendations established by health authorities should be respected. It is recommended to check the weather forecast for the day of the visit (Euskalmet) and to follow the authorities' recommendations in case of extreme weather events. On days with an orange alert and to avoid health incidents, it is advised not to hike up to the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage during the affected hours. In any case, it is recommended to take self-protection measures, such as wearing comfortable and suitable footwear, protecting yourself from the sun, and staying properly hydrated. - The minimum group size for this tour is 4 adults, with a maximum of 45 people during the tour. For transportation, up to 60 people can be accommodated. - Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. - Not recommended for people with reduced mobility. ## Compared with other Day Trips from San Sebastián | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 27** | €124 | 8h | 4.9 (30) | shared | | [Private Day in Rioja from San Sebastian](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/private-day-in-rioja-from-san-sebastian/?format=md) | €506 | 9h | 5.0 (90) | private | | [Rioja Wineries and Laguardia Tour with Picnic from San Sebastian](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/rioja-wineries-and-laguardia-tour-with-picnic-from-san-sebastian/?format=md) | €465 | 8h | 5.0 (79) | private | | [Private Cultural Tour: Biarritz, St Jean de Luz & Hondarribia](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/private-cultural-tour-biarritz-st-jean-de-luz-hondarribia/?format=md) | €347 | 8h | 5.0 (68) | private | Ranked #17 of 27 in Day Trips from San Sebastián by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €642, median €307; typical length 8h. 15 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/day-trips-from-san-sebastian/?format=md ## More in San Sebastián - All San Sebastián tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/gaztelugatxe-and-guernica-from-san-sebastian/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/?format=md