History tours of Vitoria-Gasteiz and the Basque Country
The capital of the Basque Country
Vitoria-Gasteiz has a beautifully preserved medieval old town, centuries of rich and complex history, and almost none of the tourist crowds you will find in Bilbao or San Sebastián.
If you want to understand the Basque Country—really understand it—Vitoria-Gasteiz is the perfect place to start.
Tours
History tours in the Basque Country
Exploring the Basque Country
New tours exploring the wider Basque Country are currently in development.
Your guide
Niall Cullen, PhD
Niall Cullen is an Irish historian who has lived in the Basque Country for more than a decade and written two books on Basque history for leading academic publisher Routledge.
These are not generic sightseeing tours, but guided conversations with someone who knows the Basque Country deeply: its history, its people, and its political, cultural and social complexity.
Small and Personal
All tours are capped at eight people. Whether you join a small group or book a private experience, the atmosphere is intimate and unhurried.
Guaranteed to Run
When you book, your tour goes ahead. No minimum numbers, no last-minute cancellations. Your plans are safe.
Expertise
Niall holds a PhD in Contemporary History from the University of the Basque Country and has spent the past decade researching and writing about Basque history, and the relationship between the Basque Country and Spain.