Coach / Bus Tours & Trips in Northern Spain
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Northern Spain. We have 10 adventures that vary from 4 days to 13 days. With the greatest number of departures in April, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best coach / bus Northern Spain tours
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MelissaNorthern Spain travel expert at TourRadar
- Spanish Bliss end Barcelona (11 destinations)
- Spain's Northern Coast - 4 days
- Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days
- Northern Spain (Classic, End Madrid)
- Northern Spain Explorer - 8 days
- Easy Pace Spain (Classic)
- Classic Northern Spain - 4 days
- San Sebastian, Santander & Oviedo - 4 days
- 13-Day Tour Madrid & Northern & Galicia
- Northern Spain (Classic, End Barcelona)
Spanish Bliss end Barcelona (11 destinations)
“This trip is short but about all I could do with health issues, and I found the itinerary great.”
Nigel, traveled in May
Coach travel from Madrid through Castile and León stops at León's Gothic cathedral, a famous Camino de Santiago point, then crosses the Cantabrian Range to Oviedo. You'll see the Basilica of Covadonga in the Picos de Europa and check out UNESCO-listed Poblet Abbey's medieval monastery.
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Leon, Oviedo, Covadonga, Santillana del Mar, Santander, Bilbao, La Rioja, Zaragoza, PobletSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From $970
15% off- US$825
Ride an air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi across Northern Spain, stopping at Zaragoza's Basilica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar and the medieval cobbled streets of Santillana del Mar, a National Monument. You'll check out Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum and walk La Concha Bay in San Sebastián before seeing Covadonga's Sanctuary in the Picos de Europa foothills.
Duration 4 days Destinations Madrid, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Salamanca Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $825
40% off- US$495
A deluxe coach with Wi-Fi takes you through Northern Spain's green mountains and coastal cities, stopping at Castro Urdiales' medieval castle and the historic Roman walls of Lugo. The route includes a catamaran sailing in Barcelona, visits to Mount Igueldo overlooking San Sebastián's bay, and time in Santillana del Mar's cobbled streets before the final train segment to Madrid.
Duration 10 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, OviedoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $6,045
35% off- US$3,929
Northern Spain (Classic, End Madrid)
“Accommodation great food really good safety great. Other people on the tour fantastic.”
Jo, traveled in June
Roll through Spain in a luxurious 40-seat coach with double legroom and onboard facilities. The route stretches from Madrid's Bourbon Quarter to Santiago de Compostela's Plaza del Obradoiro, then along Costa Verde to Oviedo's 9th-century churches, continuing through Picos de Europa and the Cantabrian coastline.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Guadarrama, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Santillana del Mar, Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastian, San Sebastián, PamplonaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From $3,850
15% off- US$3,273
Coach travel with free Wi-Fi takes you through Northern Spain's varied terrain from Picos de Europa mountains to coastal Rias Bajas fjords. You'll see the sacred Shrine of Covadonga set in mountain valleys and tour medieval Santillana del Mar, a National Monument.
Duration 8 days Destinations Madrid, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, A CoruñaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $1,730
45% off- US$952
Easy Pace Spain (Classic)
“The 3 nights in each city allowed for both group and independent time to explore. San Sebastian is truly a gem and their pintxos were delicious.”
BradGibson, traveled in May
A 40-seat luxury coach with double legroom and onboard facilities links Barcelona's Gothic Quarter to San Sebastián's La Concha Bay. The route passes through Pamplona's historic center, ascends Monte Igueldo, and showcases Burgos's UNESCO Cathedral before reaching Madrid's Royal Palace.
Duration 10 days Destinations Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Monte Igueldo, San Sebastian, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Burgos, Madrid, Segovia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
45% off- US$3,950
An air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi runs from Barcelona through medieval Zaragoza to coastal San Sebastian. Stop in Bilbao to see the Guggenheim Museum's titanium facade, then continue to Santander on the Cantabrian Sea.
Duration 4 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, SalamancaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $900
40% off- US$540
An air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi takes you through Northern Spain, with stops at Zaragoza's historic landmarks before reaching San Sebastian's La Concha Bay. See the exterior of Bilbao's iconic Guggenheim Museum and walk through the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, designated as a National Monument. Check out the sacred Shrine at Covadonga in the mountains, then finish with a stop at Salamanca's famous Plaza Mayor before returning to Madrid.
No departure dates availableDuration 4 days Destinations Madrid, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Salamanca Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours 13-Day Tour Madrid & Northern & Galicia
“Hotel in Madrid was very bad although I asked the high fare available.”
RicardoMartinez, traveled in September
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach from Madrid through Northern Spain's highlights, including stops at Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum and Santillana del Mar's Romanesque treasures. Journey continues to Covadonga's Sanctuary and Oviedo's Gothic Cathedral before reaching Santiago de Compostela.
No departure dates availableDuration 13 days Destinations Spain, France, Portugal Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Julia Travel Northern Spain (Classic, End Barcelona)
“Beautiful countryside. Interesting and wonderful food experience. We totally appreciated how different the North Spain is from the south.”
Vivienne, traveled in October
A 40-seat luxury coach with double legroom and onboard facilities takes you from Madrid through the Guadarrama Mountains. The route continues along the Green Coast to Oviedo, and through the Picos de Europa National Park, with scenic drives along Costa Vasca to San Sebastian offering panoramic coastal views.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Segovia, Santiago de Compostela, Asturias, Oviedo, Covadonga, Cangas de Onis, Picos de Europa National Park, Santillana del Mar, SantanderSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From $3,850
15% off- US$3,273
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What our customers ask about Coach / Bus Tours & Trips in Northern Spain
What's the best time of year to take a coach tour through Northern Spain?
Northern Spain coach tours are most comfortable from May to September. The coastal cities of San Sebastian and Santander see peak crowds in July and August with warm weather ideal for beach activities. For fewer tourists and mild temperatures travelers should consider visiting in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) when exploring places like Santiago de Compostela and Bilbao. The Basque region experiences more rain and cooler temperatures throughout the year unlike southern Spain. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We totally appreciated how different North Spain is from the south."
How do bus tours accommodate meals and local cuisine experiences in Northern Spain?
Tour packages typically cover daily hotel breakfasts and several group dinners. Many tours stop for pintxos tasting in San Sebastian's Old Town. Food experiences often include visits to La Rioja wineries or traditional Asturian restaurants for local lunches. Hotels like the Melia Castilla in Madrid and NH Collection properties serve extensive breakfast spreads. A TourRadar traveler commented: "Northern Spain was a great experience with diverse people and wonderful food experiences. We totally appreciated the different regional cuisines."
What are the key attractions covered on most bus tours in Northern Spain?
Northern Spain bus tours regularly visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao La Concha Beach in San Sebastian the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and Santillana del Mar's medieval streets. Itineraries include stops at Picos de Europa National Park the Holy Cave of Covadonga and historic cities like Oviedo with its pre-Romanesque churches. A TourRadar traveler noted "The sights and inclusions were really good and there was no hard sell. The tour took in a not so travelled route of Spain but none the less the scenery was stunning and beautiful."
What are the typical accommodations like on Northern Spain coach tours?
Most tours use 3-4 star hotels in central locations or near public transportation. Properties range from the seaside Eurostars Hotel Real in Santander to the Barceló Costa Vasca in San Sebastian and the centrally located NH Collection Santiago De Compostela. A TourRadar reviewer noted: "The hotels were lovely and close to everything in each city. Our travel director was amazing and made sure we had the best experience each day."
How much free time do I have to explore independently on a coach tour in Northern Spain?
Tours balance guided activities with independent exploration time. Expect free afternoons in major cities like San Sebastian Madrid and Barcelona plus occasional full days at leisure. This allows time to walk La Concha's beachfront or discover local pintxos bars independently. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour was a relaxed pace not too rushed which was nice & the start times in the morning were not too early which makes the tour feel more like a vacation."