Luxury 4-Day Spain Road Trip from Santander to Bilbao

Your luxury holiday in Spain begins as soon as you reach the city of Santander. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Spain is Santander - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Santander.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Llamas Park. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Santander, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Santander. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Santander.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Cadelo Restaurante. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 855 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Santander.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Cañadío. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Restaurante Los Peñucas is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Santander, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

As your day in Santander is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Spain.

Make your way to Casa Lita. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Max Sports Café Santander, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 3,627 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Restaurante La Ventana. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,224 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 4-day luxury vacation in Spain and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Spain you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Santander and the city of Bilbao. You’ll stay in Bilbao for 1 night.

Your day starts in Santander. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Plaza Porticada your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this square and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Mercado del Este. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,680 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Centro Botin. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors. Up to 111,096 travelers come to Santander every year to see the stunning Centro Botin with their own eyes.

Make the most of your day in Santander by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Spain to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Spain. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Santander today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bilbao, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kafe Antzokia, one of the best restaurants in Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Gure Kabi jatetxea as one of their top choices in the city. Gure Kabi jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Bilbao is Mugi taberna. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

El Globo taberna is one of the best bars you can visit in Bilbao tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like La Viña del Ensanche. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,499 customers.

Alternatively, try Stromboli taberna. Stromboli taberna is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Spain! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in Spain, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Bilbao and the city of Portugalete. You’ll stay in Santander for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Guggenheim Museum. On an annual basis, this attraction receives around 530,967 visitors. This museum building and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 64,815 reviews.

The wonderful Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Bilbao. This well-known attraction, and spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bilbao is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Spain. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Spain’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Portugalete.

Make your way to the incredible Vizcaya Bridge in Portugalete for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a suspension bridge and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,202 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Santander.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Spain, we recommend you try Bodega del Riojano, one of the best restaurants in Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Taberna La Radio as one of the top restaurants in the city. Taberna La Radio is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,408 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Santander is Restaurante Las Olas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,798 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated La Magnolia. This bar is considered one of the best in Santander and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Bobby. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Alternatively, go to Kings Pub. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Santander and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 857 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Spain awaits!

Today is the last day of your 4-day luxury holiday in Spain and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Santander before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Spain by heading out to the stunning Paseo Marítimo de Santander. This extraordinary best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,078 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Santander.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Santander, check out the menu at Restaurante La Candelita. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is La Bombi. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Restaurante Gelín. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,336 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Santander and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Spain in your luggage!