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3-day hike around Aitzgorri massif in the Basque Country

3-day hike around the Aitzgorri massif in the Basque Country

IFMGA/UIAGM certified local guide Garo will guide you around the magical Basque Country on this 3-day hike around the spectacular Aitzgorri massif!

Private

Pyrenees

3 Days

All year

Fit

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Take the opportunity to discover the unique Basque Country with a local guide.
  • Get lost among the magnificent limestone peaks of the Benasque Country.
  • Marvel at the Aitzgorri massif.

Description

Extensive pastures, beautiful beech forests and exotic archaeological remains are just some of the spots we’ll explore on this 3-day hike around the Aitzgorri massif in the Basque Country!

Located in the western Pyrenees, the Basque Country is famous for having its own language, culinary traditions, and a unique and magical geographic and cultural landscape. During this 3-day hiking trip, we’ll discover the amazing Aitzkorri massif (1,528 m) between the two provinces of Gipuzkoa and Alava. For thousands of years this area has been home to Basque shepherds that have taken care of their pastures and forests, making this region one of the most interesting in the country.

Our starting point and accommodation will be at Fondo de Urbia which will be the ideal place to rest after a long day of walking through the magnificent limestone peaks like the Arbelaitz, Botreaiz, Artzanburu and many more!

To participate in this program all participants will need to have some prior hiking experience as well as a good fitness level. Of course, I will be there every step of the way to make sure all participants are safe and having fun at all times!

Suitable for adventurers and nature lovers, if you are ready to take on this 3-day hike around the Aitzgorri massif, request to book this trip and get ready for an experience you’ll never forget!

If you are looking for more hiking adventures, you may also join me on this Canary Islands: 9-day Hiking tour in La Palma.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Accommodation included

Price details

Price does not include: *Transport *Personal materials *Alcoholic beverages *Any other concept not specified.


Itinerary

Day 1: Friday

Meeting point in Oñati around 4:00 p.m.

We’ll ascend to Arantzazu by car. Arantzazu – Urbia, 2 h.

Night at the Fonda de Urbia, half board.

Day 2: Saturday

Hiking expedition during the day.

Return to the Fonda around 4:00 p.m.

Day 3: Sunday

On our last day, we’ll move from the Fonda to Arantzazu through a different route.

Return home.

 

Details

Accommodation

Guest house

About the guide

Languages

English | Basque

Certificates

AEGM


What people are saying about Explore-Share

Kumari Selvakumar

5.00

Sept 14, 2022

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Sept 6, 2022

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5.00

Aug 23, 2022

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July 16th, 2022

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4.00

May 8, 2022

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5.00

April 14, 2022

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5.00

March 9, 2022

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Leonardo Rodriguez

5.00

March 4, 2022

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5.00

Feb 2, 2022

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