Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing
5,0 (1218)3hBilbao, Spain
From€105
CultureHistorical
San Sebastian, Getaria & the rural Basque traditions
3.3(3 reviews)Bilbao, Spain
9hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
Travel through the Basque Country, starting at a 16th-century farmhouse that served as a cider press. Here, you will learn about traditional rural life, including customs, food, and entertainment. Participate in a hands-on activity where you will crush apples using special tools, creating sounds reminiscent of the Txalaparta while enjoying the experience. Following this, you will taste the organic Basque apple juice made during the activity. Continue your journey with a panoramic tour of San Sebastián, featuring views from Mount Igueldo, then take a walk through the Old Town with time allotted for lunch. In the afternoon, drive along the Gipuzkoan coast, passing Zarautz and stopping in Getaria for a stroll through its scenic streets.
Itinerary
1
Caserio Museo Igartubeiti
We will visit a charming Basque farmhouse from the 16th century that at the same time was a cider press. We will discover the most interesting secrets of the ancient Basque rural culture, how its inhabitants lived and worked, how they related to each other, what they believed in, what they produced, how they ate, how they had fun and what made them suffer. Likewise, we will carry out an interactive activity in which we will stomp apples with special tools at the same time that we produce rhythms of percussion sound similar to the “Txalaparta” and we will sing and have fun. Finally, we will taste the natural and organic Basque apple juice that we have made ourselves.
2
Donostia - San Sebastian
We will begin with a panoramic drive up to Mount Igueldo, where you'll be treated to stunning views of the city and the Cantabrian coastline. From this point, the landscape is truly breathtaking, offering a unique perspective of La Concha Beach and the harbor. Next, we’ll embark on a guided walking tour through San Sebastián’s charming Old Town, one of the most picturesque and historic areas of the city. We’ll stroll along narrow streets, admiring its beautiful architecture and uncovering some of its most iconic spots. Finally, you’ll have free time to enjoy a delicious lunch at your leisure. You can indulge in the local cuisine, famous worldwide, or relax at one of the many charming cafes by the beach.
3
Getaria
During this guided walking tour of the center of Getaria, we will explore the heart of this charming fishing village, known for its beauty and rich history. We’ll stroll along narrow streets, surrounded by traditional Basque houses with warm-colored facades and balconies. Here, we’ll learn about the history of the town, famous as the birthplace of explorer Juan Sebastián Elcano, who completed the first circumnavigation of the globe. This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Getaria’s historical charm, maritime culture, and beautiful scenery, providing an immersive journey into this picturesque Basque village.
What's included / not included
local guide includedentrance to the mount igueldoAir conditioned vehicleSnacks
anything not detailed into the included servicesLunch
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- The total duration of the tour includes the road travelling times. Check the details.
- No accessible for clients with mobility problems or slow walking
- The excursions are in Spanish & English. May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- The tour will take place rain or shine
- If you are not able to stay with the group's walking pace, we will not be able to wait for you
- The times indicated in the tour are just a reference. They might vary or change
- Please inform the guide at the beginning of the tour if you have any food restrictions
- The seats in the minivan or bus are not assigned
- The order of the places visited might vary at some dates for operative reasons
- Bring your EU ID or a Non-EU passport
- Before boarding in the bus or van, confirm with the guide that your name is on the list.
- The pictures included in the presentation of this tour, are just a reference. Please do not take them as exact locations from where we will see the different visits.
- Maximum size of the group could be 50 pax into the bus, but then we have 2 guides, so outside the bus the maximum size it will be 25 pax per guide during the walking parts.
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