Itinerary for 7 day trip to Basque Country

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Here's a suggested itinerary for 7 days in Basque Country that includes swimming, foodie experiences, and train travel:

Take the train from the airport to Bilbao city center
Check into your hotel and freshen up
Head to the Guggenheim Museum to see the impressive modern art collection
For dinner, head to the Casco Viejo neighborhood for pintxos (Basque tapas) at one of the many bars and restaurants

Start the day with a swim at Playa de Ereaga in Getxo, a beautiful beach just a short train ride from Bilbao
After your swim, explore the charming coastal town of Getxo and its historic suspension bridge
Return to Bilbao for lunch at one of the city's many Michelin-starred restaurants, such as Azurmendi or Etxanobe
In the afternoon, take a stroll through the city's Old Town and visit the Mercado de la Ribera, one of the largest covered markets in Europe
For dinner, try some of the city's famous grilled meats at Asador Etxebarri in nearby Atxondo

Take the train to San Sebastian, a picturesque coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and world-class cuisine
Spend the morning swimming at La Concha Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Europe
For lunch, head to one of the many Michelin-starred restaurants in the city, such as Arzak or Mugaritz
In the afternoon, explore the city's Old Town and its many pintxo bars
For dinner, try some of the city's famous seafood at one of the many restaurants along the harbor

Take the train to the charming town of Hondarribia, located on the French-Spanish border
Spend the morning swimming at Hondarribia Beach, a beautiful stretch of sand with views of the Pyrenees
For lunch, try some of the town's famous pintxos at one of the many bars in the Old Town
In the afternoon, take a short train ride to the nearby town of Biarritz, a popular surfing destination with a lively beach scene
For dinner, head back to Hondarribia and try some of the town's famous grilled fish at one of the many seafood restaurants along the harbor

Take the train to the Rioja wine region, known for its world-class wines and beautiful vineyards
Spend the day touring some of the region's best wineries and tasting some of the local wines
For lunch, try some of the region's famous lamb dishes at one of the many traditional restaurants in the area
In the evening, return to Bilbao and try some of the city's famous Basque cider at one of the many cider houses in the surrounding countryside

Take the train to Vitoria-Gasteiz, the capital of the Basque Country
Spend the morning exploring the city's historic Old Town and its many museums and galleries
For lunch, try some of the city's famous pintxos at one of the many bars in the city center
In the afternoon, take a stroll through the city's beautiful parks and gardens
For dinner, try some of the city's famous grilled meats at one of the many traditional Basque restaurants in the area

Take the train back to Bilbao and spend the morning exploring any sights you may have missed earlier in the trip
For lunch, try some of the city's famous seafood at one of the many restaurants along the harbor
Depart for the airport or your next destination, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after a week of swimming, foodie experiences, and train travel in Basque Country!