About this tour
Rent a car in Bilbao and navigate Spain's quieter northern coast over seven days, threading through the Basque Country, La Rioja wine region, and Castilian valleys. You'll drive past mountain ridges and seaside towns at your own pace, staying six nights with breakfast included. The route connects Bilbao's contemporary art scene, Logroño's bodegas, Burgos's Gothic splendour, and Santander's belle-époque waterfront—regions most international visitors skip entirely.
Highlights
- Guggenheim Museum and Basque culture in Bilbao
- Wine-growing landscapes and bodegas around Logroño
- Gothic cathedral and Carthusian monastery near Burgos
- Elegant coastal promenade in Santander
- Self-drive freedom through mountainous northern terrain
- Six nights' accommodation with daily breakfast
- 24-hour roadside assistance included
What to expect
You'll collect the rental car in Bilbao and follow your own itinerary northward and eastward across Spain's quieter flank. Expect winding roads through orchards and vineyards, small cities with medieval quarters, and generous amounts of solo driving time. Accommodation and breakfast are sorted; museums, restaurants, and petrol are on you. The northern coast offers dramatic cliffs and beaches between towns—ideal for unscheduled stops. Weather is temperate but occasionally wet, especially inland valleys. Navigation is straightforward with major roads clearly marked.
Good to know
Drivers must be 26–75 with a valid licence held for a year minimum. Non-EU citizens need an international driving permit alongside their home licence. The vehicle includes theft and collision cover, but fines for traffic violations and fuel costs fall to you. Return the car on schedule or forfeit unused days. Report any accidents or theft within 48 hours.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.