Adventure Travel: Running of the Bulls Article

There really is no comparison to the San Fermin Festival in Pamplona, Spain. For eight incredible days, the city of Pamplona takes on a playful mystique, consumed by the perpetual state of bliss that the celebration brings. Where else can you mix religion, thrills, parties, parades… and bovines?

AAA Travel has partnered with Bucket List Events to help you experience this one-of-a-kind event in style. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect if you decide to take a trip to Pamplona next July:

Run with the Bulls … or watch from above
Talk about an adrenaline rush! If you’re up for it, you can hit the streets of Pamplona to run with the bulls. Bucket List Events’ experienced travel pros will give you their expert tips for staying safe and having a blast.

If you’d rather kick back during the run than risk your life, you can watch from one of their private balconies. With a prime view of the course, catering, and lots of great company, it sure beats watching from the streets.

Taste of Navarra
With world-famous wine and delectable food, Spain’s Navarra region is a foodie heaven. Their expert guides know all the best places in town and invite you to join them for tapas happy hours and an authentic Iruna dinner.

A Night at the Bull Fights
One of the most iconic parts of Spanish culture, bull fights are a centuries-old tradition and crucial to the San Fermin festivities. See this action-packed event for yourself in Pamplona’s historic bull ring.

Trip to San Sebastian
Fifty miles north of Pamplona lies the gorgeous coastal city of San Sebastian. Consistently ranked one of the top cities in Europe for travelers, San Sebastian is the perfect getaway to make your Pamplona trip even better.

Packages for 2023 are available now but will fill-up fast. If the San Fermin Festival sounds like an adventure you’d like to check off your bucket list, contact a AAA Travel agent today at AAA.com/Adventure or by visiting your local AAA branch.