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San Juan monastery: Castle & Island odyssey

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San Juan monastery: Castle & Island odyssey is a 5-hour adventure excursion in Bilbao, run by Carnival Cruise Line. Prices: Adult $150, Child $150.

San Juan monastery: Castle & Island odyssey

About this excursion

Castillo de Butrón: Visit the picturesque Castillo de Butrón, a fairytale fortress nestled in the Basque region, ideal for capturing stunning photos of its medieval architecture.

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe: Discover San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, where an ancient stone bridge leads you to a historic monastery overlooking the Bay of Biscay. Along the way, enjoy a refreshing drink and a local pintxo while soaking up breathtaking vistas of the Cantabrian Sea and unique Flysch cliffs.

What’s Included:

Refreshing drink and local pintxo.

Guided tour of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.

Photo stop at Castillo de Butrón.

Know before you go

What to bring

  • Bring: Water bottle, camera or smartphone for photos, weather-appropriate clothing (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen for sunny days; raincoat for rainy days).
  • Weather conditions can change rapidly; bring a light raincoat and/or an umbrella just in case.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are essential for navigating the uneven terrain and steep staircase.

Other

  • There are steep and uneven paths leading to the monastery.
  • The tour involves a significant amount of walking and stair climbing.
  • The staircase to the monastery is narrow and may not be suitable for everyone.

Where this excursion starts

The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Carnival Cruise Line.

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San Juan monastery: Castle & Island odyssey
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