Luis is a native of San Sebastian and has been in the tourism industry for many years. This is a unique culinary experience, where you will enjoy local food and drink tastings, then cook and eat together at a secret gastronomic society - a members only private club. Your experience begins in the historic old town with a visit to a wine cellar. Next you will visit 3 pintxo bars, where you will sample pinxtos - the Basque style of tapas. After your food tour, you will accompany Luis to Basque Gastronomic Society. At the club, Luis will demonstrate how to cook fresh, seasonal fish, before you sit down to eat along with other fellow members (present at the club).
• Private food tour with a passionate local - best way to experience San Sebastian
• Enjoy an evening of food, drink, stories and laughter, unlike anything you've done before!
• Food and drink tastings at a wine cellar, pintxo bars and a secret gastronomic club
• Vegetarian options available
Visit a Basque Cider House Farm and enjoy the traditional cider house menu by the hand of a local. We will drive towards the village of Astigarraga, famous for its farmhouses and cider tradition, and enjoy the typical Cider House menu consisting of: cod omelet, fried cod with green peppers and onions, “Txuleta”: bone-in rib-eye steak, Idiazabal cheese with quince and walnuts, and self-serve cider.
You will travel as part of a small group with a minimum of 2 guests and a maximum of 7.
Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-ff is included.
We head to the roof of Gipuzkoa to find a building covered in ‘thorns’, a walk more than 1,000 meters high among meadows and forests, and a breed of Rastafarian sheep from whose milk the most famous cheese in the region is made.
Visit the world famous Sanctuary of Lourdes on a day full of spirituality. After touring the roads where the Pyrenees are visible, the small mountain town of Lourdes will surprise you with its varied experiences. The castle of Lourdes (Chateau Fort) is visited as the beginning of the arrival in the village, before accessing the Sanctuary.
Crossing the door of Saint Michel, with the underground basilica of Pio X and the chapel of Saint Joseph at our side, the Coronado Virgin will receive us as a prelude to the Basilica of Notre Dame and the crypt of the Immaculate Conception to reach the cave where the Virgin appeared before Bernadette Soubirous in 1858.
The houses where Bernadette was born and grew up are also very close from the Basilica and are visible as well.
This visit gives you a chance to learn about the work of Basque farmers visiting a 16th-century farmhouse. Afterwards, the trip continues through the landscape until we reach the Cider House. You will get to know the family that runs it and the steps required to make Basque cider will be explained. You will then taste the product, first in the bottle and then sitting down to a traditional cider house menu.
Stroll the charming streets of Parte Vieja with a small group of 6 people or less. Elbow up to 4 or 5 establishments curated to match your preferences. Whether savoring the classics or some hidden gems, enjoy a memorable experience that will have you buzzing with happiness.
• Visit some genuine environments rather than the over-exposed
• A combination of kitchen-prepared and bar top pintxos
• Free-ranging conversation covering food, culture, & history
• Stroll with a local, bilingual guide who lives in San Sebastián
• Our small group (up to 6 people) allows a more personal experience
Enjoy San Sebastián from a different perspective!
The tour starts at shop just 50 meters away from the "La Concha Beach" where our staff will hand you everything you will need for the tour.
After about 2 km of riding through the city, we will gradually leave the city behind and make our way up Mount Ulia. We will explore the mountain through the beautiful forest and coastline trails, adapting them to your level, before making our way down to Pasaia Bay. Then we will take the bike lanes back to the city.
This Tour is ideal for families and groups of friends, and team building activities.
On our food tour in San Sebastian, you will discover and experience the city like a true local.
During the tour, which lasts about 3 hours, you will have the opportunity to stop at different venues and taste the typical pixtos that the city has to offer. Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a local food expert, a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities.
The itinerary runs through the center of the city so while you taste the city's most traditional recipes, you can stroll through the historic areas and admire the beauty of the city itself.
Our tour is a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing local culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend.
Our tours are in shared groups, but groups are up to 12 people max because we want to keep the experience as authentic and intimate as possible.
Go on St.James way, famous “Camino de Santiago” along the coastline hikking tour.
Trekking tour along the coast and the mountain, departing from San Sebastian. We will take you along stunning views on the coast to end the walk in Pasajes San Juan, fishermen village.
Enjoy this trekking as a local, discover the best lookouts, the history of the Basque people, taste some local food on the fishermen charmy town, gather with locals.
- Luxury, safe and reliable Private Airport Transfer from San Sebastian Airport to your hotel or destination within the Biarritz city area in Chauffered Luxury Car.
- Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking.
- Wide fleet of Mercedes Benz cars only.
- Certified professional uniformed drivers.
- Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the exterior of the airport arrivals hall holding a board with your name.
- Luxury, safe and reliable Private Transfer from San Sebastian city to San Sebastian International Airport in Chauffered Luxury Car.
- Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking.
- Wide fleet of Mercedes Benz cars only.
- Certified professional uniformed drivers.
- Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the lobby of your hotel holding a board with your name.
#10 Top Food Experience in the World 2022
Would you like to know the difference between pintxos and tapas? Do you want to feel as if you where local?
Our unrivaled experience in the world of gastronomy and our worldwide culinary expertise makes us the perfect guide to show visitors the unique Basque city of San Sebastian, a city loved by its inhabitants and a location without compare for food lovers from all over the world.
Discover with us the flavors of the best pintxos in San Sebastian. We will teach you how to get around the streets of our city like a Donostiarra (inhabitant of San Sebastian) so that you feel one more among us.
Avoid the touristy pintxo tours that flood the city nowadays. San Sebastian is Pintxos, yes but goes further beyond that. Locals go to the traditional food markets and buy some of their goodies in the deli-shops that hide among the street.
I want to show you the real food scene of San Sebastian. In our visit to the markets we willl talk directly to the pople behind them and we will get to taste some of their selected products. While we walk around the city learning about history and culture we will make stops in vibrant bars where will be surrounded by a piicturesque mix of locals and travelers. Don't scratch the surface, get the cream
Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from your Hotel or accommodation in San Sebastian City Center to Bilbao Airport BIO or San Sebastian Airport EAS by private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.
Explore this beautiful region in a friendly way and discover the Basque Country like a local. Tours are given by local licensed guides, visiting the main touristic places as well as off the track ones which only local people know.
This tour will allow you to see one of the hidden gems of the area, with a very popular experience that's totally worth your time.
On your way from San Sebastian to Barcelona, you will have a nice and calm time, and still have the chance to learn something unique and special, an experience that makes you connect with history and the locals.
Give yourself the chance to experience a different and special adventure.
The duration corresponds to transportation + stop.
Enjoy a private tour from San Sebastian to Biarritz, starting with a convenient pickup from a hotel or chosen location. This tour offers a tailor-made journey to explore the unique charm of Biarritz, designed to cater to individual preferences and interests.
The tour promises a deep dive into Biarritz's highlights, from its stunning coastline and Grande Plage to cultural gems like the Sea Museum and the iconic surf spots. Discover architectural marvels such as the San Martin Church, the Russian Orthodox Church, and the Chapelle Imperiale, not to mention the allure of the local casino and more.
With a dedicated official tour guide and a luxury vehicle at your service, this excursion ensures an immersive experience, allowing for a comprehensive exploration of Biarritz's most notable attractions and hidden treasures.
We’ll visit Hondarribia, the town with two faces that looks out over the beaches and cliffs of neighboring France. It is advisable to go with a happy stomach because we will get to know (and enjoy) a gastronomic socieded from the inside. How? Eating, drinking, toasting and celebrating life like the Basque people.
One of the most attractive things about San Sebastian is its magnificent hinterland. Although the city itself has much to offer, it is well worth venturing further afield to discover the lesser known Basque Country. Continuing north we will find the coast. The Basque Coast is an authentic natural paradise with treasures you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
Discover a territory that holds, a lush green maze-like countryside, a versatile coastline, a strong cultural tradition, the oldest language in Europe and where cooking is an essential part of the culture and of life itself.
I am a Basque native, in love with my country, culture and gastronomy. And after be working with travelers 7 years, in 2015 I started offering artisan, unique and authentic experiences in my own. Aiming to offer the possibility to enjoy feeling and living, the true essence of the Basque Country, out of the commercial and away from the tourist masses.
And this is the best experience I offer ever about discovering the Basque/French territory and probably the most pure that is offered in the city. If you don’t believe me, came on to discover the best places and villages and lunch in a secret restaurant, deep in the mountains. And after completing the experience, you are not satisfied. I will return you, the amount paid for it.
Explore the Basque coastline visiting Hondarribia, San Pedro and San Juan a most charming seaside villages on this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Transportation in a comfortable car with A/C is provided, and you'll travel with a private car only for you, enjoying personalized attention.
Hondarribia is today a small town located near the mouth of the Bidasoa, in an area of special beauty and tranquility. But its strategic position, on the border with the neighboring kingdom of France, has led it to play a prominent role in warfare throughout the centuries.
- Luxury, safe and reliable Private Transfer from San Sebastian city to Biarritz Airport in Chauffered Luxury Car.
- Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking.
- Wide fleet of Mercedes Benz cars only.
- Certified professional uniformed drivers.
- Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the lobby of your hotel holding a board with your name.
Discover San Sebastián on this private tour designed for groups of up to 8 people. This proposal focuses on exploring the following areas:
- Contemplate the beauty of La Concha beach as you immerse yourself in its history and discover why it is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
- Admire the architecture of the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and immerse yourself in the spirituality and history that surrounds this architectural gem.
- Explore the historic bridges that connect the city, each with its own story. Discover how these structures have contributed to the city's identity over time.
- We will enter the Old Town, where we will end our experience, enjoying a Pintxo in one of the traditional bars in the area. This small bite is a delicious sample of local gastronomy, and an example of how culinary traditions have endured over the years, forming part of the identity of San Sebastián.
