Basque mountains
Sierra de Aralar hiking: limestone peaks, beech forests, grazing sheep, megalithic tombs, and stunning panoramic views over the Basque countryside.
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 50 per person
In short
Made to Hike lists 3 guided hiking tours in Basque Country, Spain, run by 1 certified mountain guide. We also hold data on 686 mountain huts in Spain. Guides are paid directly and every booking is covered by Made to Hike booking protection.
Searching for a Basque Country hiking tour? The 3 guided tours above run in Basque Country with certified local guides — compare dates, group sizes and prices, then book directly. For the wider picture, see guided hiking tours in Spain.
Tours in Basque Country
Aizkorri, the top of the Basque Country
Experience the enchanting beauty of the Sierra de Aizkorri, a natural paradise of forests, meadows, and mountains, perfect for hiking enthusiasts.
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 50 per person
Hiking the Flysch cliffs
I'll guide you along the Basque coast where sixty million years of Earth's history appears in rock layers you can read on a quiet escape from the noise of daily life.
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 50 per person
Certified guides working in Basque Country
Hiking in Basque Country — common questions
Do I need a guide to hike in Basque Country?
You can walk many marked trails in Basque Country independently, but a certified mountain guide is strongly recommended for glacier travel, via ferrata, exposed ridges and multi-day hut-to-hut routes. Every guide on Made to Hike holds a recognised qualification such as IFMGA, IML or an equivalent national award.
When is the best time to hike in Basque Country?
The main walking season in Basque Country runs from late spring to early autumn, when mountain huts are staffed and high paths are clear of snow. Exact dates vary by altitude and aspect — each tour listing shows the specific dates the guide runs it.
How much does a guided hike in Basque Country cost?
Guided tours in Basque Country on Made to Hike currently start from €50 per person. Price depends on trip length, group size and whether hut accommodation and meals are included — each listing sets out exactly what is covered.