Getxo (Bilbao) Cruises

Town of Gexto (Bilbao), Spain
Town of Gexto (Bilbao), Spain
Town of Gexto (Bilbao), Spain

The underrated Getxo in Northern Spain, is an attractive seaside location, and the access port for Bilbao. Getxo’s wonderful beaches, beautiful architecture and truly impressive monuments include the UNESCO-listed Vizcaya Bridge – the world’s oldest transport bridge.

The town’s Old Port area, Algorta, is situated at one end of the Ereaga Beach and is a popular spot to soak up the sun, enjoy the vibrant nightlife and take advantage of the exciting water sports. At Ereaga’s other end, delightful palaces and gardens can be found and explored.

Getxo is also perfectly placed for tours to nearby Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque country, and home to the world famous Guggenheim Museum, Museum of Fine Art and its stunning 14th century Gothic-style cathedral.

Cruises to Getxo (Bilbao)

Spanish City Break in the Spring

Spanish City Break in the Spring

Departs: Liverpool • Sat 29 May 2021
5 nights • Borealis • S2111

  • For the perfect Bank Holiday escape from it all, Borealis takes you all the way to Spain and back in just five nights.
  • Enjoy all the benefits of Fred. Olsen’s ocean cruising, with ample time for rest and relaxation on board, plus explorations of two fantastic Spanish cities.
  • Visit La Coruna, where highlights include Cornide Palace and ancient Torre de Hercules; and tour to Bilbao from Getxo, to see iconic sights and enjoy local delights such as pintxos and Rioja wines.

From £699pp

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Cultural Cities of France & Spain

Cultural Cities of France & Spain

Departs: Rosyth (Edinburgh) • Thu 01 Jul 2021
13 nights • Balmoral • L2120

  • You’re in for a feast of diverse culture and enchanting beauty, as Balmoral takes you on an immersive journey of discovery to gorgeous and engrossing French and Spanish cities.
  • Docking alongside the promenade in Bordeaux makes it easy to capture the city’s arts, culture and wine heritage, or even tour to a famous family-run vineyard nearby.
  • There’s a rare visit to Saint Malo and charming Honfleur too; and in Spain, the cultural treasures and landmarks of Bilbao and Avilés await.

From £1,599pp

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Flavours of France & Spain

Flavours of France & Spain

Departs: Southampton • Fri 20 Aug 2021
8 nights • Braemar • M2121

  • With each destination selected for its links to famous food and drink, and their many cultural highlights, you’re in for an authentic taste of France and Spain.
  • Braemar docks in the centre of Nantes, gateway to famous French vineyards sprawled across the gorgeous countryside of the Loire Valley.
  • Elsewhere in France, sweet Calvados and Pommeau will tempt in Honfleur; while in Spain, Getxo and Avilés offer traditional Basque tapas, Rioja wines and sweet Asturian cider.

From £1,199pp

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Island & Inland Wonders of France & Spain

Island & Inland Wonders of France & Spain

Departs: Liverpool • Mon 19 Jul 2021
10 nights • Borealis • S2116

  • Enjoy an authentic taste of France and Spain, visiting regions and destinations selected for links to famous food and drink.
  • Visit Bordeaux, famed for its Medoc, Merlot and Saint Emilion wines – an overnight stay allows for a tour to an enchanting family-run vineyard, and see the city’s iconic sights too.
  • On Brittany’s beautiful coast, you can tour to the famed oyster town of Cancale; while in Spain, Getxo and Avilés offer traditional Basque tapas, Rioja wines and sweet Asturian cider.

From £1,499pp

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French Cities & Spain

French Cities & Spain

Departs: Liverpool • Sun 26 Sep 2021
11 nights • Borealis • S2122

  • A full-flavoured cruise adventure combining French city discovery and scenic cruising with an authentic taste of northern Spain.
  • Borealis sails the picturesque Gironde and Garonne rivers to Bassens, your gateway to UNESCO-listed Bordeaux and some of France’s most famous countryside vineyards.
  • Visit La Pallice for tours to historic La Rochelle too, and St Malo on the beautiful Brittany coast, plus delight in authentic flavours of Spain with traditional pintxos, Rioja and cider in Avilés and Getxo.

From £1,599pp

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Five Night Spanish Escape

Five Night Spanish Escape

Departs: Liverpool • Thu 02 Dec 2021
5 nights • Borealis • S2127

  • A five-night escape to the beautiful regions and warmer winter weather of Northern Spain on board Borealis makes for a wonderful pre-Christmas break.
  • Enjoy all the benefits of Fred. Olsen’s ocean cruising, with ample time for rest and relaxation on board, plus explorations of two fantastic Spanish cities.
  • Visit La Coruna, where highlights include Cornide Palace and ancient Torre de Hercules; and tour to Bilbao from Getxo, to see iconic sights and enjoy local delights such as pintxos and Rioja wines.

From £599pp

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