May 17-25, 2027
Price $4,900
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Meet the Artists
Gorka Hermosa – accordion
A versatile artist, Hermosa bridges traditional Basque music with contemporary forms through performance, composition, and collaboration. His work brings the spirit of the Basque region to global audiences.
Beau Bledsoe – guitar
A guitarist and founder of Ensemble Ibérica, Bledsoe is known for his cross-cultural collaborations and genre-blending approach. His work connects musical traditions from Spain, the Americas, and beyond, creating performances rooted in both scholarship and artistic exploration.
Ezgi Karakus – cello
Ezgi Karakus is a Turkish cellist known for her expressive artistry and versatility across classical, contemporary, and cross-cultural music. An active soloist and collaborator, she has performed internationally, bringing a deeply nuanced voice to projects that bridge traditions and genres. She is a core member of Ensemble Ibérica, where she helps shape innovative programs that connect Turkish music with global traditions.
Toti Martínez de Lezea – writer
An acclaimed author from Vitoria-Gasteiz, Martínez de Lezea is known for her vivid historical novels centered on the Basque Country. Her work brings past centuries to life, often highlighting women’s stories and cultural heritage.
Nando Agüeros – voice, piano, guitar
A beloved voice from Cantabria, Agüeros blends folk traditions with contemporary songwriting. His music reflects themes of homeland, memory, and identity, making him a key ambassador of northern Spain’s musical culture.
Esteban Bolado – Rabelista (Basque violin)
A dynamic performer, Bolado moves between folk, classical, and contemporary styles. His work celebrates Cantabrian traditions, bringing expressive depth and modern energy to regional repertoire.
Your journey begins in Bilbao, where arrival is met with a private transfer into the city and check-in at the iconic Hotel Carlton—a landmark of elegance in the heart of the city.
The experience opens with a guided tour of Bilbao, including a walk through the historic Old Town (Casco Viejo) and entrance to the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, where contemporary art and architecture define the city’s modern identity. The day continues with an excursion to either the symbolic Tree of Gernika—a living emblem of Basque freedom and identity—or the dramatic coastal sanctuary of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, perched above the Atlantic.
That evening, guests gather for a private welcome dinner and tour presentation, an intimate introduction to the artists and the journey ahead.
The second day unfolds along the Basque coast through the historic towns of Hondarribia and Pasaia, with a private visit to the shipyard museum, Albaola Itsas Kultur Faktoria, guided by Jon Maia. As evening falls, the first concert unfolds with Beau Bledsoe, and Gorka Hermosa, alongside other guest artists, in a performance shaped by language, and memory. The night concludes in Astigarraga with a traditional cider house experience and txotx ritual.
Traveling west along the Cantabrian coast, you arrive in Santander—by sea if conditions allow, aboard the historic Los Reginas boats. A guided exploration of the city reveals the layered beauty of Santander Cathedral, the contemporary vision of Centro Botín, and the coastal elegance of Palacio de la Magdalena. The journey continues to Santillana del Mar, where cobbled streets and preserved medieval architecture create a sense of timelessness. That evening, the second concert unfolds in a remarkable historic setting—either the stately Palacio de Sobrellano or El Capricho de Gaudí—featuring Esteban Bolado, Nando Agüeros, Beau Bledsoe, and Gorka Hermosa in a performance shaped by landscape, architecture, and the expressive traditions of northern Spain.
In Asturias, the pace softens as you arrive in Oviedo and settle into the historic grandeur of Eurostars Hotel de la Reconquista. A guided walk through the old town introduces the city’s rich cultural fabric, followed by time to restore and reflect at Las Caldas Spa at Las Caldas Villa Termal, where thermal waters and tranquil surroundings offer renewal. The experience deepens with an excursion into the Asturian mountains to Covadonga, a site of profound historical and spiritual significance, paired with a traditional lunch in the Cangas de Onís / Arriondas region, where the flavors of fabada asturiana (Spanish stew from Asturias) reflect the warmth and depth of the land.
The final chapter unfolds in Galicia, as the journey continues westward with curated coastal stops in Cudillero, the striking natural arches of Praia das Catedrais, and the dramatic cliffs of Cabo de Peñas. Arrival in Santiago de Compostela brings a sense of culmination, with accommodations at the serene Hotel Palacio del Carmen Autograph Collection. A guided exploration reveals the spiritual and architectural majesty of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and the historic pilgrimage routes that converge in the old town, while time is set aside for personal reflection.
At last, the journey reaches Cape Finisterre—once believed to be the edge of the known world. Here, where land gives way to the vast Atlantic, the experience concludes with a farewell dinner accompanied by the Celtic musical traditions of Galicia. In this final gathering, music, landscape, and shared experience come together—bringing the journey to a resonant and unforgettable close.
