Culture

Traditional Meal in a Basque Cider House from San Sebastian

San Sebastián, Spain
4hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Participate in a guided tour at the Basque Cider Museum to understand the role of cider in the Basque Country. Visit a Basque Cider House Farm and experience the traditional cider house menu along with cider, accompanied by a local. The excursion includes transportation to Astigarraga, known for its farmhouses and cider-making heritage. The menu features cod omelet, fried cod with green peppers and onions, bone-in rib-eye steak known as Txuleta, Idiazabal cheese served with quince and walnuts, and self-serve cider. This experience is suitable for those interested in local cuisine and culture.

Itinerary

1

Sagardoetxea, Museo de la Sidra Vasca

After pick-up from your accommodation in San Sebastian, we will drive towards the town of Astigarraga, home to the greatest number of Basque Cider Houses. We will visit and take a hands-on guided tour at the Basque Cider Museum. In a pleasant visit of less than an hour, you will learn all the insights of this rooted drink in the Basque Country. You will also have time to learn how to pour a glass of cider straight from the barrel!

2

Astigarraga

Time for your hearty lunch/dinner! We will head to the village of Astigarraga to visit and dine in a Traditional Basque Cider House. You will delight your taste buds with a traditional basque cider house menu meal paired with free flowing cider straight from the barrels, while learning everything there is to learn about this very Basque experience.

What's included / not included

Lunch/Dinner. Traditional Basque Cider House MealLocal guideTransportation in air conditioned vehicleAll Fees and TaxesAlcoholic Beverages: Self-serve Basque CiderEntrance + hands-on guided tour at Basque Cider MuseumHotel pick-up and drop-off in San Sebastian
Any other food and drinks not specified in inclusionsGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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