Day 2 Today we visit Elizondo, the capital of the Baztan valley, with its stately homes and traditional Baztan architecture.  We then walk through the surrounding villages and hamlets and visit Irurita with its 15th century Dorrea tower. Lunch in Elizondo.  After lunch Georgina gives a short introduction to the Spanish language, followed by formal levels for Beginner and Intermediate groups.

Day 3 Today we visit the slopes of Zubieta and explore its working watermill where we also discover the village's history and folklore.  At lunch, after a local walk, (possibly accompanied by donkeys) Lino takes us to the main square to sample the local talos (Basque corn tortillas) and drink the local cider.  Afternoon lessons back at the house.

Day 4 We walk from the house and explore the beautiful village of Ziga with its Herrerian-styled church, passing the palace of Egozkue en route.  Lunch at the house followed by language lessons in the afternoon.  In the evening, Goio gives an Informal talk on the Baztan valley and its people.

Day 5 Today people are left to explore the area at their own whim.  In the morning and afternoon buses leave Elizondo for San Sebastian and Pamplona if people wish to explore further afield.  If you want to stay at the house and take off into the hills on your own, there are maps to borrow and ample stocks of food.

Day 6 Language lessons and lunch at the house.  In the afternoon we drive to the mountain pass of Izpegi and walk along the border between France and Spain with stunning views of each country.  On the way home we stop in Arizkun to sample the local liqueurs. Language lessons in the afternoon.

Day 7 Language lessons in the morning.  Lunch at the house and then, in the afternoon, we drive to the mountain pass of Otsondo, 603 metres, and walk along the slopes of the mountain, Alkurunz.  From here we have glimpses of the Atlantic and the French costal town of St Juan de Luz.  On our final evening Edorta, a local singer, brings his guitar and sings us a repertoire of Spanish and Basque songs.

Day 8 Language round-up. Departures.  Drop off at Biarritz airport for the Ryanair flight to Stansted.