Discover Bilbao’s rich heritage with a panoramic city tour and visit the historic Puente Bizkaia, the globe’s first metal transporter bridge. See why this adventure blends engineering and Basque culture perfectly.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with basic walking ability
Wildlife
History
The Puente Bizkaia was completed in 1893 as a pioneering transport bridge during Spain’s industrial boom.
Conservation
Efforts focus on maintaining the structural integrity of the Puente Bizkaia while promoting sustainable tourism in Bilbao’s historic neighborhoods.
Basque Destination
Discover Bilbao’s rich heritage with a panoramic city tour and visit the historic Puente Bizkaia, the globe’s first metal transporter bridge. See why this adventure blends engineering and Basque culture perfectly.
Basque Destination is a Hondarribia-based tour operator in Euskadi that curates cultural, culinary and adventure experiences across the Basque Country. It offers guided day trips, specialty excursions and private tours that showcase Rioja Alavesa, the Basque coast, surf beaches, historic towns and unique cultural sites. Tours include helicopter transfers and wine tastings to Rioja Alavesa, guided coastal walks along the Flysch and Camino routes, surf sessions on the Basque and French coasts, and private cider and gastronomy experiences linked to local museums and sidrerías.
The portfolio lists experiences such as Valle Salado de Añana visits with salt tastings and spa options, full-day Getaria tours including Balenciaga museum visits, personalized pintxo tours in San Sebastián and Bilbao, and forest bathing (Baños de Bosque) focused on Shinrin Yoku nature immersion. Additional options cover Bilbao day experiences, trips from San Sebastián, fishing outings along the coast, market days in Ordizia, and culinary workshops with local cooks.
Basque Destination operates from Hondarribia as a central meeting point in Euskadi and coordinates logistics such as hotel pick-up and drop-off for many tours. Surf offerings mention tailored sessions, equipment choices and over thirty years of local surf expertise. Several wine and helicopter experiences combine scenic flights with winery visits and tastings for elevated views and access.
All trip descriptions are factual and focused on specific destinations and activities across Euskadi. Travelers seeking curated Basque experiences can use these clearly described options to plan visits from Hondarribia that highlight local food, wine, coastline and cultural heritage.
Base Location
Hondarribia, Euskadi
Central meeting point for all tours
Helicopter Tours
Available
Scenic flights to Rioja Alavesa
Wine Experiences
Multiple
Winery tastings and vineyard visits
Tours Offered
22
Guided and private experiences listed
Reserve helicopter wine flights, surf sessions, pintxo tours or guided cultural trips across Euskadi — clear descriptions and logistical details included.
Book the gondola crossing in advance
The bridge gondola has limited capacity; reserving ahead guarantees your ride and best views.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The city tour involves cobblestone streets and some uphill paths near the fishing village.
Bring a camera with zoom lens
Capture close-up details of the ironwork and panoramic river views from the bridge gondola.
Check weather conditions
Windy or rainy days can affect the gondola crossing schedules; verify before your visit.
Comfortable walking shoes
Navigating city streets and village paths requires good support.
Light waterproof jacket
Spring showers are common; stay dry during outdoor segments.
spring
Camera with zoom lens
Ideal for capturing detailed shots of the bridge and panorama.
Sun protection
Summer sun can be intense; bring sunscreen and a hat.
summer