Acklams 2025 European Brochure A4 40pp 03 (2) - Flipbook - Page 27
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San Sebastian & Little Trains of Basque Country
This coastal city framed by golden beaches and the lush hillsides, San Sebastián has undeniable allure, a
cosmopolitan city renowned for its cuisine, award-winning urban beaches, and Parisian-inspired architecture, making
it one of the most attractive cities on the Cantabrian coast. We will take a ride on the Monte Igueldo Funicular, which
will take us to the highest point of the city where we will enjoy a panoramic view. Visit the Basque Railway Museum,
one of the most outstanding railway collections in Europe, featuring steam, diesel and electric locomotives, railcars,
and a selection of carriages and wagons. Take a ride on a 19th Century Steam Train Azpeitia*, with a visit to a family
run Taxacolí winery for a guided visit and tasting of this unique Basque white wine. Visit Hendaye (France) where we
will go on the rack rail train La Ruhne. In the town of Sara, 10 km from Saint Jean de Luz, this authentic vintage rack
railway, dating back to 1924, takes you to 905 meters above sea level in the mythical peak of the Basque Country
Explore the Castle Abbadie (the Downton Abbey of Hendaye). Bilbao where we will visit the city center, passing by
the Gugenheim Museum we experience the funiculars of the Hanging bridge crossing over the river, the historical
Cliff Railway Larreineta, built in 1926 and finally the funicular of Artxanda taking us up to one of the highest points
of the city with a spectacular panoramic view of Bilbao.
Hotel Palacio De Aiete
HHHH
An ideal place to relax and rest or explore and
immerse in local culture and tradition. Offering a
warm, helpful welcome. Comfortable rooms all
newly decorated modern and spacious. All rooms
have wooden flooring, bathrooms include
hairdryer. The tranquillity of the surroundings will
allow you to enjoy placid and pleasant stays. The area is ideal for walks in
area of Aiete just outside of San Sebastian. Easily accessible to all points of
interest. You can get to downtown walking along a pleasant path and
admire the views of the bay of La Concha beach. Restaurant offering buffet
continental breakfast and Haizea restaurant offering fabulous gastronomic
experience.
visit our website at www.acklamsholidays.co.uk
Tuesday 17 June 2025
10 days | 9 nights £1699
Single room supplement £340
INCLUSIONS
4 Door to door pick up service
4 Elite coach travel
4 Overnight sailings with P&O Ferries
from Hull inside bunk cabins
including dinner and breakfast
4 Overnight return hotels in France
on a dinner, bed and breakfast
basis
4 5 nights bed and breakfast with 3
dinners at the hotel
4 2 nights dinner in local restaurant
4 Visit the Basque Railway Museum
4 Entrance & tasting at Taxacolí
winery tasting of he unique
Basque white wine.
4 Half day guided tour of San
Sebastián:
4 Ride on the Monte Igueldo
Funicular
4 Visit Hendaye (France) and take to
the La Ruhne Train.
4 Explore Bilbao & funiculars of the
Hanging bridge and Artxanda
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