Baztan Valley Elizondo and Zugarramurdi

Duration5h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 45 travelers

Overview

Embark on an excursion to the Baztan Valley and Zugarramurdi Caves from Pamplona or San Sebastian (choose departure at booking), a journey where nature and history intertwine.

We depart for Elizondo, the elegant capital of the valley, famed for its stately houses, stone bridges over the River Bidasoa, and welcoming atmosphere reflecting Navarre’s essence.

After strolling its streets and squares, we continue to the Zugarramurdi Caves, a unique natural site shrouded in mystery, linked to ancient covens and the history of witchcraft in Navarre. There we explore rock galleries that have fuelled myths and traditions for centuries.

We return to meeting point, after a journey blending green landscapes, ancestral culture, and fascinating stories evoking Dolores Redondo’s trilogy: The Invisible Guardian, The Legacy in the Bones, and Offering to the Storm. The tour includes a bilingual guide, private transport, visits to Elizondo, Baztan Valley and entry to the Zugarramurdi Caves.

Options

Bilingual from San Sebastian

No accomodation pick up: This tour option departs from a specific meeting point.

Tour language: bilingual: Our tour leader speaks Spanish and English simultaneously. Travellers speaking both languages are welcome.
Group size: The minimum group size for this tour is 4 adults, with a maximum of 45 adults.

Minibus: The vehicle used for this tour depends on demand, and could be a bus or minivan.
Starting point:
San sebastian bus station, Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, Return Parking Planta -2 0, 20014 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Bilingual from Pamplona

No accomodation pick up: This tour option departs from a specific meeting point.
Tour language: bilingual: Our tour leader speaks Spanish and English simultaneously. Travellers speaking both languages are welcome.
Group size: The minimum group size for this tour is 4 adults, with a maximum of 25 adults.
Minibus: The vehicle used for this tour depends on demand, and could be a bus or minivan.
Starting point:
Pamplona Bus Station, C. Yanguas y Miranda, 2, 31003 Pamplona, Navarra, Spain

What's included

Private transportation
Zugarramurdi tickets
Bilingual professional tour leader (English & Spanish)

Food and drinks

What to expect

1h

The Baztan Valley is one of the most picturesque and culturally rich regions in Navarre, nestled in the heart of the western Pyrenees.
Known for its rolling green hills, traditional Basque farmhouses, and misty forests, the valley offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and deep-rooted heritage.

Charming villages like Elizondo—famous as the setting for the Baztan Trilogy novels—invite you to stroll their cobbled streets, admire stone mansions, and discover local myths and legends passed down through generations.

This serene, unspoiled valley is a place where time seems to slow down, offering a true taste of rural Basque culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Elizondo
1h

Elizondo is the vibrant capital of the Baztan Valley, a charming village that blends tradition, nature, and culture in a uniquely Basque setting.
Lined with elegant stone mansions, wooden balconies, and cobbled streets, the town sits along the Baztan River, which adds to its peaceful atmosphere.

Elizondo is known for its lively markets, excellent local gastronomy, and as the main setting of the bestselling Baztan Trilogy novels, which have drawn visitors eager to explore its mysterious and evocative locations.

With its mix of historical architecture, scenic surroundings, and deep-rooted customs, Elizondo offers an authentic glimpse into the soul of rural Navarre.
Cuevas de Zugarramurdi
2h · Admission ticket included

We will visit the legendary Zugarramurdi Caves for a deep immersion into the fascinating history of witchcraft in the Basque Country.
Set in a lush valley near the French border, the caves were once the site of pagan rituals that drew the attention of the Spanish Inquisition in the 17th century.

You'll learn about the infamous 1610 witch trials, where locals were accused of practicing witchcraft. As we explore the dramatic limestone caves, we’ll uncover the social and cultural roots of the witch hysteria that gripped the region.

The visit includes entrance tickets and time to explore the caves.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our tour leader will meet you on the -1, next to the main panel that can be found in the hall, between the escalators and the cafeteria. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the lottery shop, in the underground bus platform area of the Central Bus Station of Pamplona. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.

End point

Our tour leader will meet you on the -1, next to the main panel that can be found in the hall, between the escalators and the cafeteria. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.

End point

The meeting point is in front of the lottery shop, in the underground bus platform area of the Central Bus Station of Pamplona. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead (minimum of 4 adults for the bilingual group option). If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
Due to stairs and uneven terrain, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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