Coach / Bus Tours & Trips in Northern Spain
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9 best coach / bus Northern Spain tours
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- Northern Spain (Classic, End Barcelona)
- Northern Spain (Classic, End Madrid)
- Best of Northern Spain & Porto - 10 days
- Barcelona, Galicia, Porto & Madrid - 13 days
- Northern Spain (Small Groups, End Barcelona)
- Best of Basque Country From Bilbao - 7 days
- La Rioja & Basque Country From Madrid - 4 days
- Hidden Gems of Northern Spain
- 13-Day Tour Madrid & Northern & Galicia
Northern Spain (Classic, End Barcelona)
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Beautiful countryside. Interesting and wonderful food experience. We totally appreciated how different the North Spain is from the south.”
Vivienne, traveled in October
A 40-seat luxury coach with double legroom and onboard facilities takes you from Madrid through the Guadarrama Mountains. The route continues along the Green Coast to Oviedo, and through the Picos de Europa National Park, with scenic drives along Costa Vasca to San Sebastian offering panoramic coastal views.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Museo del Prado, Guadarrama, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Asturias, Miraz, Santillana del Mar, Santander, CovadongaSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $6,550
15% Off- NZ$5,568You save $982
Northern Spain (Classic, End Madrid)
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent itinerary, comfortable tour bus, and top-notch guide. Each destination also has incredibly knowledgable local guides that really bring everything to life.”
John, traveled in September
Roll through Spain in a luxurious 40-seat coach with double legroom and onboard facilities. The route stretches from Madrid's Bourbon Quarter to Santiago de Compostela's Plaza del Obradoiro, then along Costa Verde to Oviedo's 9th-century churches, continuing through Picos de Europa and the Cantabrian coastline.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Museo del Prado, Guadarrama, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Asturias, Miraz, Santillana del Mar, Santander, CovadongaSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $6,550
15% Off- NZ$5,568You save $982
Duration 10 days Destinations Madrid, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Mondonedo, LugoSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $5,035
15% Off- NZ$4,280You save $755
Duration 13 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, MondonedoSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $7,505
15% Off- NZ$6,379You save $1,125
Premium coaches with double legroom and onboard facilities showcase Northern Spain's diverse landscapes. The route extends from Madrid's boulevards to Picos de Europa National Park, along Costa Verde to Bilbao's Guggenheim, finishing at Barcelona's Sagrada Familia. Transport rated 4.8/5 by 50+ reviews.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Museo del Prado, Guadarrama, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Asturias, Miraz, Santillana del Mar, Santander, CovadongaSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $7,895
15% Off- NZ$6,711You save $1,184
Duration 7 days Destinations Bilbao, Bermeo, Biarritz, San Sebastian, Monte Igueldo, La Rioja, Vitoria, Laguardia Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $5,195
15% Off- NZ$4,416You save $779
A comfortable 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with AC reveals Northern Spain's diverse landscapes. The itinerary features Montejo de Tiermes' ancient ruins, Santo Domingo de la Calzada's pilgrimage sites, and Lecea Winery, plus stops at Pamplona's fortress walls and Burgos' Gothic Cathedral.
Duration 4 days Destinations Madrid, Haro, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Burgos, Aranda de Duero Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $4,285
25% Off- NZ$3,214You save $1,071
13-Day Tour Madrid & Northern & Galicia
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Hotel in Madrid was very bad although I asked the high fare available.”
RicardoMartinez, traveled in September
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach from Madrid through Northern Spain's highlights, including stops at Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum and Santillana del Mar's Romanesque treasures. Journey continues to Covadonga's Sanctuary and Oviedo's Gothic Cathedral before reaching Santiago de Compostela.
Duration 13 days Destinations Madrid, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Lugo, Santiago de CompostelaSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Julia Travel From
25% Off- NZ$4,338
What our customers ask about Coach / Bus Tours & Trips in Northern Spain
What's the best time of year to take a coach tour through Northern Spain?
Northern Spain coach tours are most comfortable from May to September. The coastal cities of San Sebastian and Santander see peak crowds in July and August with warm weather ideal for beach activities. For fewer tourists and mild temperatures travelers should consider visiting in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) when exploring places like Santiago de Compostela and Bilbao. The Basque region experiences more rain and cooler temperatures throughout the year unlike southern Spain. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We totally appreciated how different North Spain is from the south."
How do bus tours accommodate meals and local cuisine experiences in Northern Spain?
Tour packages typically cover daily hotel breakfasts and several group dinners. Many tours stop for pintxos tasting in San Sebastian's Old Town. Food experiences often include visits to La Rioja wineries or traditional Asturian restaurants for local lunches. Hotels like the Melia Castilla in Madrid and NH Collection properties serve extensive breakfast spreads. A TourRadar traveler commented: "Northern Spain was a great experience with diverse people and wonderful food experiences. We totally appreciated the different regional cuisines."
What are the key attractions covered on most bus tours in Northern Spain?
Northern Spain bus tours regularly visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao La Concha Beach in San Sebastian the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and Santillana del Mar's medieval streets. Itineraries include stops at Picos de Europa National Park the Holy Cave of Covadonga and historic cities like Oviedo with its pre-Romanesque churches. A TourRadar traveler noted "The sights and inclusions were really good and there was no hard sell. The tour took in a not so travelled route of Spain but none the less the scenery was stunning and beautiful."
What are the typical accommodations like on Northern Spain coach tours?
Most tours use 3-4 star hotels in central locations or near public transportation. Properties range from the seaside Eurostars Hotel Real in Santander to the Barceló Costa Vasca in San Sebastian and the centrally located NH Collection Santiago De Compostela. A TourRadar reviewer noted: "The hotels were lovely and close to everything in each city. Our travel director was amazing and made sure we had the best experience each day."
How much free time do I have to explore independently on a coach tour in Northern Spain?
Tours balance guided activities with independent exploration time. Expect free afternoons in major cities like San Sebastian Madrid and Barcelona plus occasional full days at leisure. This allows time to walk La Concha's beachfront or discover local pintxos bars independently. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour was a relaxed pace not too rushed which was nice & the start times in the morning were not too early which makes the tour feel more like a vacation."