About this tour
Trace the Basque coastline's Game of Thrones filming locations on this eight-hour private tour from Bilbao or San Sebastián. Your guide—a specialist in the show's production—and dedicated driver take you through medieval Getaria, the clifftop drama of Zumaia and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, then wind down at the coastal villages of Mundaka and Bermeo. You'll walk the actual stairs climbed by characters, stand where dragons were filmed against real rock formations, and understand how this rugged corner of Spain became Westeros.
Highlights
- Medieval fishing village Getaria, thirty minutes from San Sebastián
- Zumaia's dramatic cliffs: the Dragonstone landing site
- San Juan de Gaztelugatxe's chapel and 230-step staircase climb
- Urdaibai nature reserve and coastal wetlands
- Mundaka and Bermeo fishing ports with production backstory
- Eight hours with a show-specialist guide in private vehicle
- Hotel collection and drop-off included from either city
What to expect
Your guide meets you early morning at your hotel with a private driver and vehicle for the full day. The route heads west along the coast, stopping first at Getaria's narrow streets and harbour, then moving to Zumaia where you'll see the sweeping cliffs used in exterior shots. The highlight is San Juan de Gaztelugatxe—a genuine climb up a stone staircase to a hilltop chapel with 360-degree views. Your guide explains what was filmed where and the challenges of shooting on these exposed headlands. The afternoon takes you through the Urdaibai wetland reserve and into the working fishing villages of Mundaka and Bermeo, where you can wander at your own pace. Pace is moderate; the main physical demand is the staircase ascent.
Good to know
Bring sturdy shoes for the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe stairs and variable coastal weather. Food and drink aren't included—stock up in villages or pack a lunch. Entrance fees to any sites cost extra. Minimum two people per booking. Moderate fitness required; the staircase isn't steep but is lengthy.
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