Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. worth booking?
Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. is a 8-hour experience in Bilbao, Spain, from $651 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $651 per person
The Picos de Europa National Park offers some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. Your guide and driver, Juan Fernandez Buelga is a knowledgeable person with a BSc in Geology but more important, lots of experience touring north Spain. He can design a customized full day tour starting in the city of Bilbao, driving into the Cantabria and Asturias provinces, enjoying time in the heart of the Picos de Europa. Important: included in the price are quality meals and drinks (lunch, dinner and snacks). While professionally I am focused in geology some people consider I am a true foodie so I always point to my customers to the type of food that they like for each moment. This is only a one day tour but it is enough to visit Cantabria and the Picos de Europa, starting from Bilbao.
What you get
About this experience
The Picos de Europa National Park offers some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. Your guide and driver, Juan Fernandez Buelga is a knowledgeable person with a BSc in Geology but more important, lots of experience touring north Spain. He can design a customized full day tour starting in the city of Bilbao, driving into the Cantabria and Asturias provinces, enjoying time in the heart of the Picos de Europa. Important: included in the price are quality meals and drinks (lunch, dinner and snacks). While professionally I am focused in geology some people consider I am a true foodie so I always point to my customers to the type of food that they like for each moment. This is only a one day tour but it is enough to visit Cantabria and the Picos de Europa, starting from Bilbao.
What's included
Included
- Personal photographer
- All entrance fees to cultural buildings and museums.
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Fuente De cable car tickets
Not included
- Photo printing
What you'll see and do
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Pick up of the customer at your prefered location.
10 minutes here
Desfiladero de La Hermida
The winding road of "El Desfiladero" starts in the village of Panes and finish near the village of Potes. We will stop in several off the beaten path locations along the Desfiladero for quick stops, taking photographs, etc.
40 minutes here
A visit to the beautiful small village of Potes. We could have an snack and a drink in this village before going up in the mountains to have lunch around 1 pm.
60 minutes here
In the heart of the Picos de Europa , Fuente Dé cable car saves a height of 753 meters, placing the traveler at 1,823 meters high in just 4 minutes at a speed of 10 m / s. From the top station the visitor will be struck by a landscape of immense beauty. Tickets included in the price.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Picos de Europa
This is going to be a custom made part of the tour around the most special areas of the park. The exact places will depend on different factors like weather and/or wishes from the client!
360 minutes here
Bar y Tienda Casa el Rumba
We will park our 4WD vehicle here to spend some time in Sotres, the highest village of the Picos de Europa.
60 minutes here
Quick stop in the small village of Arenas de Cabrales, Asturias.
30 minutes here
Bilbao Tour Guide
From Santillana del Mar we could drive towards Santander and Bilbao. If have time we could stop for dinner in Laredo or a nearby village.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Northern Spain Private Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing experience with a...
Amazing experience with a great tour guide and delicious food. We saw beautiful areas of the national park and small towns. Lunch was one of our best meals in Spain. Highly recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you for your nice review. It was a pleasure to show you the beauty of the Picos de Europa National Park. Best regards. Juan
via Viator
The tour operator cancelled our booking about two days before the tour began, saying that “I can cancel whenever I want”
The tour operator cancelled our booking just about two days before the tour began. We booked the tour more than three months in advance to secure a place. We then plan our trip, including purchasing air tickets to fly from Madrid to Bilbao. Planning a trip is not a simple thing like you can eat an orange if there is no apple. It involves time, money, opportunity costs and a lot of thought. Such cancellation with this short notice period has adversely upset our travel plan. Should we have not joined a tour to Picos De Europa, we might not probably fly to Bilbao. The tour operator said “I can cancel whenever I want”. However, this has not been reflected in the cancellation policy. The cancellation policy only says “For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience”. This should mean from the customer’s side. Nowhere can see that the tour operator can cancel whenever he wants. In fact, the tour operator had sent a message to us a few days before the tour began, asking us if we could start or start and finish the tour at Santander and he could arrange a private taxi service for us because he had another tour the next day. He further asked us whether we could join the tour one day before our confirmed scheduled tour. However, before we replied, the tour operator had cancelled our confirmed scheduled tour. We want to point out that the tour operator offers this tour every day. If he does not want to run the tour on any two consecutive dates, he should mark the day before and the day after the confirmed tour unavailable, but he did not do that. It is highly suspicious that he is picking customers. We tried to accommodate his request, thinking that it would not do much harm to us if we could do him a favour. Nevertheless, he said that he had already cancelled our tour without providing any reason, just saying “I can cancel whenever I want”. Such business operation means that the customers have no protection at all. I would blacklist this tour operator and would not recommend it to my friends or relatives.
Response from the operator: Hello Suk, I wrote you: “Yes. From my side I can cancel whenever I want. But I have cancel it well before 24 hours.” “If you have more questions about cancelation police you can email Viator. “ I cancelled it because you did not reply to my messages regarding our tour until several days after contacting you. That was the only reason for the cancellation! As I wrote you in private. I am very sorry that your travel plan was modified by our lack of communication. Regards, Juan
via Tripadvisor
The Best
This private all-day tour with Juan was one of the most memorable experiences of our two week cruise of Spain, Portugal, and Bordeaux France. We love to get out into the countryside and get a real flavor for the area and the people. This tour fulfilled all of that and more. Juan could not have been a better host, and the Picos de Europa was absolutely beautiful! To top all of that, Juan treated us to the most wonderful lunch at the restaurant at Hotel del Oso. The Cocido Lebaniego was delicious, so good that we had Juan send us the recipe! We recommend Juan and his tour as a “must do” for anyone traveling in the Bilbao/Santander area.
Response from the operator: Hello James. Thanks for your wonderfull review. Much appreciated! I will contact you with the photos soon. Best regards. Juan
via Viator
An Exceptional Experience
Juan was knowledgeable, flexible and professional. He easily adjusted the itinerary to accommodate several special requests. Picos de Europa ended up being the highlight of our entire trip to Spain and Portugal!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour guide for Picos de Europa and Asturias/Cantabria
We took a couples trip to Northern Spain and were very excited to explore Asturias for the first time. We could tell it would be an amazing place in terms of cuisine and natural beauty but felt it would be helpful to have a good guide. Juan was perfect. He worked with us ahead of the trip to plan a two-day itinerary that most interested us Our first day, he picked us up from our hotel and drove us around the most interesting sights (ancient yew trees, mountain villages, etc.) in Picos de Europa, saving a lot of time and treating us to spectacular scenic drives by going off-roading. I am certain we wouldn't have seen the same sights if we had planned the trip ourselves. We covered a lot of ground, and Juan also selected an excellent restaurant for lunch that was not very touristy. Our second day, Juan again picked us up and drove us around a host of different cities and coastal fishing towns in Austrias. He again tailored the trip to our interests--picking a fish and seafood restaurant as well as a tapas/sideria restaurant. We tried many delicacies and learned a lot about the region. We went to many different shops, and Juan was really patient with exploring how we wanted to and adjusting along the way. There's a lot to recommend in Juan. His English is fantastic (although he's very modest). He's friendly and knowledgeable, but he's also very chill and easygoing to be around for multiple days. He's a great driver in offroad and urban settings and makes your trip so enjoyable and easy. He takes very nice photos during the trip and sends them to you afterwards. He's very communicative and will give you suggestions for other parts of your trip. We had a great trip as a couple, but because Juan has kids, I think he would also be a great guide for families and really anyone. We loved our trip and are so grateful to Juan for everything he did to make us feel so welcome and make the trip memorable.
Response from the operator: Hello!! It was a pleasure to spend two days with you! Thanks very much for your nice review. All the best! Juan
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $651 to $800
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bilbao.
How much does Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. cost?
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Prices start at $651 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bilbao usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bilbao is not rushed.
Is Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bilbao, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bilbao can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bilbao and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bilbao within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bilbao?
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On Outty we rank every Bilbao experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local, Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local, Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bilbao?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bilbao?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.?
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Included: Personal photographer; All entrance fees to cultural buildings and museums; Alcoholic beverages; Dinner; and Lunch. Not included: Photo printing. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 6 listed pickup locations in and around Bilbao. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals. if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Bilbao to Picos de Europa. Fine meals.?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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