Backroads 2024 Family Adventures

MULTI-ADVENTURE

Biarritz

DAYS 1–3 Get to know the coastal city of Biarritz, dubbed the “queen of beaches and the beach of kings” | Follow quiet trails up to the summits overlooking Ascain, taking in panoramic views of the coast and mountains | Linger over breakfast at our luxurious beachfront hotel, originally an estate gifted from Napoleon III to his wife, Eugénie | Bike as a family past sheep-dotted hills, quaint farmhouses and bucolic pastures | Kids learn about the depths of the ocean at an immersive multi-sensory museum while parents cycle through emerald-colored hills | Dive into the royal history of Biarritz on a guided walking tour with an engaging expert | Kayak together through the sparkling waters of Saint Jean-de- Luz Bay | Try your hand at pelote basque , a favorite regional pastime.. » Hôtel du Palais - Premiere DAYS 4–6 Take a scenic ride to Basque Country’s Spanish side | Soak up views of the surrounding waters as you walk through the Jaizkibel coastal mountains | Hike past 19th-century watchtowers, vestiges of the Carlist Civil Wars | Kids embark on an exciting nature adventure in a nearby forest | Sample local pintxos in San Sebastián, a city known for its vibrant culinary scene and high concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants | You’re in one of Europe’s top surfing spots—care to give it a try? | Savor views of the sea from our hotel’s lovely terrace or pamper yourself at the spa | Walk a coastal portion of the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrim’s route | Learn how to cook Spanish tapas on our final day together. » Hotel Maria Cristina - Premiere Ever basked on a Basque beach? Nibbled on pintxos ? Surfed Spanish waves? Biked along the sea? Never say never. Because you’ll do all this and more in Basque Country. Biarritz to San Sebastián & Bilbao BASQUE COUNTRY

Atlantic Ocean

Ahetze

Ustaritz

St-Jean-de-Luz

Flysch Cliffs BASQUE COAST GEOPARK

FRANCE

San Sebastian

To Bilbao

Bilbao

SPAIN

MADRID

6 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 1-3 • Walk/Hike • Bike • Kayak • Surf ACCOMMODATIONS Premiere Hotels $5,799 to $6,599 per person double occ. CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Families with Teens & Kids shown here • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search BQYM on backroads.com

23 877.GO.ACTIVE | 7–5 Monday–Friday, 7–3 weekends PT |

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