Luxury 5-Day Spain Road Trip from Bilbao to Santander and Oviedo

Your luxury holiday in Spain begins as soon as you reach the city of Bilbao. 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 Bilbao - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Bilbao.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Federiko Moiua enparantza. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Bilbao, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Bilbao. 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 Bilbao.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Gure Kabi jatetxea. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Bilbao.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out La Barraca jatetxea. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Zurima jatetxea is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Bilbao, and has an impressive average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

As your day in Bilbao 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 El Globo taberna. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Mugi taberna, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars among 986 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Arpiku. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-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 Bilbao and the city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Guggenheim Museum your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum building and attraction before you head there. More than 530,967 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Bilbao 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 Bilbao today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cadelo Restaurante, one of the best restaurants in Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 855 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurante Los Peñucas as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurante Los Peñucas is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Santander is Bodega del Riojano. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

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

La Magnolia is one of the best bars you can visit in Santander tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Little Bobby. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 920 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 road trip holiday in Spain you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Oviedo and the city of Oviedo. You’ll stay in Oviedo for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Palacio de la Magdalena your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,158 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this royal palace and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Centro Botin. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this art museum and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 111,096 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico. This maritime museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,771 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Oviedo 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 Oviedo today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Casa Fermín, one of the best restaurants in Oviedo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

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

Per Se Café is one of the best bars you can visit in Oviedo tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,955 customers.

Alternatively, try Mala Saña. Mala Saña 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 1,642 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.

Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in Spain. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Santander and Cantabria. You’ll stay in Bilbao for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Santander, the incredible Mafalda statue. This popular attraction is a monument that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,537 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing El Fontán Square, an outstanding square in Santander. Around 6,309 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Santander is the astonishing El Fontán Market. This attraction is a marketplace and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,436 reviews.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Spain. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Santander.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, Cantabria.

Make your way to the incredible Cabarceno Natural Park for some unforgettable sightseeing in Cantabria. This popular attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,839 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Bilbao. Luxury hotels in Bilbao offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Bilbao.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Bilbao, Nura jatetxea. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 586 reviews.

Locals also recommend Zarate jatetxea as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Bilbao. The Zarate jatetxea is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Ágape jatetxea. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,513 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Bilbao's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Marzana taberna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 934 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Iñakiren Taberna. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Iñakiren Taberna has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Alternatively, go to Aralar jatetxea. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 678 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Spain with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

Today is the last day of your 5-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 Bilbao 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 Zubizuri. This extraordinary footbridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 10,295 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Bilbao.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Bilbao, check out the menu at Restaurante Pentxo. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,466 customers.

You will then say farewell to Bilbao 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!