20 days in Pamplona & Bologna Itinerary

Pamplona or Iruña is the historical capital city of Navarre, in Spain, and of the former Kingdom of Navarre.The city is famous worldwide for the running of the bulls during the San Fermín festival, which is held annually from July 6 to 14. Visiting Parque de Yamaguchi and Selva de Oza will get you outdoors. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hecho Valley and Pozo de los Aines. Explore Pamplona's surroundings by going to Mallos de Riglos (in Riglos), Cueva de las Guixas (in Villanua) and River Rafting & Tubing (in Huesca). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Palacio Real de Olite, walk around Parque de La Taconera, take in breathtaking views at Foz de Arbayun, and take a peaceful walk through Bosque de Orgi.

For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Pamplona tour planner.

If you are flying in from Colombia, the closest major aiports are Bilbao Airport, Zaragoza Air Base and Santander Airport. In June in Pamplona, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 14°C at night. On the 17th (Wed), you'll travel to Bologna.

A city famous for its cuisine, Bologna is the seat of the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088.

Visiting Playa del Sol and Pineta di Milano Marittima will get you outdoors. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano and Lido delle Sirene. Explore Bologna's surroundings by going to Altamarea Beach Village (in Cattolica) and Porto Turistico Cesenatico (in Cesenatico). There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vita, get lost in a book at Biblioteca Salaborsa, steep yourself in history at Basilica di San Domenico, and pause for some serene contemplation at Cattedrale di San Pietro.

To see other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Bologna travel planning site.

Fly from Pamplona to Bologna in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Pamplona in June, expect Bologna to be somewhat warmer, temps between 34°C and 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.