Luxury One-Week Spain Road Trip from San Sebastian to Santander, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Zaragoza

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Miramar Palace. This palace is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in San Sebastian, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,022 visitors.

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

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Rekondo. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of San Sebastian.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out La Cuchara de San Telmo. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Txepetxa Taberna is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in San Sebastian, and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

As your day in San Sebastian 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 Bar Sport. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Gandarias, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 6,393 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in Spain and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Spain you will continue exploring the city of San Sebastian. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in San Sebastian. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Aquarium. This attraction is an aquarium and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,413 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Alderdi Eder Parkea. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Beach of La Concha natural feature, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Gipuzkoa Plaza is another stop you can visit today in San Sebastian. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,940 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of San Sebastian, then consider a visit to the incredible Peine del Viento XV. Peine del Viento XV is a sculpture and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 11,281 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily San Sebastian has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in San Sebastian, make sure to check out Restaurante Akelare | Pedro Subijana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Casa Urola. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed San Sebastian before is Narru Restaurant. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Txepetxa Taberna is one of the best bars in San Sebastian and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

You may also want to check out Bar Bergara. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Bar Bergara is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,046 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Bar Antonio. Bar Antonio has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Spain has plenty more in store for you.

Get ready for day 3 of your luxury vacation in Spain. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Bilbao and Portugalete. You’ll stay in Santander for 2 nights. 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 Bilbao, the incredible Federiko Moiua enparantza. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Puppy, an outstanding top-tier point of interest in Bilbao. Around 5,913 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Bilbao is the astonishing Guggenheim Museum. Attracting more than 530,967 visitors annually, it's clear that the incredible Guggenheim Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is a museum building and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 64,815 reviews.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

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 Bilbao.

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

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

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Santander. Luxury hotels in Santander 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 Santander.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Santander, Cadelo Restaurante. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 855 reviews.

Locals also recommend Cañadío as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Santander. The Cañadío is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Restaurante Los Peñucas. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 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 Santander's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Casa Lita. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,651 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Max Sports Café Santander. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Max Sports Café Santander has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,627 customers.

Alternatively, go to Restaurante La Ventana. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,224 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.

On day 4 of your exciting luxury holiday across Spain you will continue exploring the city of Rionansa. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Rionansa. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Cueva El Soplao. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,913 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Rionansa has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Rionansa, make sure to check out Bodega del Riojano. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Taberna La Radio. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,408 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Rionansa before is Restaurante Las Olas. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,798 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

La Magnolia is one of the best bars in Rionansa and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You may also want to check out Little Bobby. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Little Bobby is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Kings Pub. Kings Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 857 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Spain has plenty more in store for you.

On day 5 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz. You’ll stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Catedral de Santander your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,521 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Plaza Porticada. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Mercado del Este. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,680 visitors.

When you’re finished at the top-tier point of interest, the perfect next stop is the popular Plaza de Pombo. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,913 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Centro Botin. This art museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 14,508 visitors. Centro Botin hosts around 111,096 visitors every year.

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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try PerretxiCo, one of the best restaurants in Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend La mafia jatetxea as one of their top choices in the city. La mafia jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Vitoria-Gasteiz is Mano lenta jatetxea. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

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

El Toloño taberna is one of the best bars you can visit in Vitoria-Gasteiz tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like El Portalón. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,631 customers.

Alternatively, try Sagartoki erretegia. Sagartoki erretegia is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 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 6 of your luxury holiday in Spain, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz and the hamlet of Elorriaga. You’ll stay in Zaragoza for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Nueva Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,706 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Plaza Virgen Blanca. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,751 reviews.

The wonderful La Florida is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Vitoria-Gasteiz. This well-known attraction, and spectacular urban park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 hamlet of Elorriaga.

Make your way to the incredible Salburua in Elorriaga for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a protected area and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,863 visitors.

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

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Spain, we recommend you try Restaurante La Senda, one of the best restaurants in Zaragoza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Asador La Garnacha as one of the top restaurants in the city. Asador La Garnacha is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,721 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Zaragoza is Baobab Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,382 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 Meli Del Tubo. This bar is considered one of the best in Zaragoza and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,986 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rock & Blues Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,922 customers.

Alternatively, go to La Flor de Lis. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Zaragoza and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,460 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!

Get ready for day 7 of your luxury vacation in Spain. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Zaragoza and Pamplona. You’ll stay in San Sebastian 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 Zaragoza, the incredible Puente de Piedra. This popular attraction is a bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,689 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, an outstanding co-cathedral in Zaragoza. Around 34,215 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Zaragoza is the astonishing José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park. This attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,535 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 Zaragoza.

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

Make your way to the incredible Citadel of Pamplona for some unforgettable sightseeing in Pamplona. This popular attraction is a citadel and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,829 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of San Sebastian. Luxury hotels in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in San Sebastian, Sirimiri Gastroleku. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,290 reviews.

Locals also recommend Saltxipi Jatetxea as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in San Sebastian. The Saltxipi Jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Tedone Jatetxea. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 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 San Sebastian's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Casa Urola. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,455 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Geralds Bar. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Geralds Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

Alternatively, go to La Taberna De Blas. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 827 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 8-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 San Sebastian 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 Cristina Enea parkea. This extraordinary best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,457 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in San Sebastian.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to San Sebastian 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!