Top Basque Country Art & Culture

Rioja flavours and tastes at your own pace... Absolutely customize to your wishes and with the best local recommendation to build up a unique experience! Take the chance of enlarge your knowledge about Rioja wines. Do you want to know the birth place of your favourite Rioja red? are you willing to taste the "unexpected" new Rioja wines? And we do not forget about the food: walking through a fresh-produce market, or learning how to cook the most traditonal Rioja dishes, or enjoying a "pinchos" crawl or at the table of its best traditional or high-end restaurants,... I love my homeland, I die for Rioja wines, I delight in local food... Let's enjoy together!

Discover the essence of the Basque traditional culture, gastronomy and rural life-style, with a 4x4 route around the natural treasures of inland Ayala valley and Sierra Salvada mountains. We will enjoy the most important foods in the basque gastronomy: the bread, traditional-made in a wood-fire oven; the primitive, brillant and cherfull white wine from the coast, named Txakoli; and the finest traditional cheese DO Idiazabal, made of milk from a native breed of sheep fed on the greenest mountain pastures. Throughout the excursion we will lead offroad routes at the bottom of the valley and climbing to the top of the mountains along narrow and scenic old muleteers trails, to enjoy magnificent panoramic views, including Nervion river waterfall, with 270 meters, the highest drop of Spain. After whet your appetite, including in the tour you will enjoy a 100% basque gastronomical full menu, with fresh farm-and-sea-to-table ingredients in the most remarkable restaurant, Arcos de Quejana.

While this tour of the Basque coast is perfect for lovers of Game of Thrones, you don't need to have seen the show to get the most out of the sites you'll see here. After we pick you up from central San Sebastian, we'll have brunch at the flysch rock formation in Zumaia. A UNESCO global geopark, with rock formations dating back hundreds of millions of years, Zumaia is the first of our Game of Thrones filming locations. From there we'll set out to Mundaka, known to be one of the best surfing waves in Spain, where we'll stop off for a picnic lunch. After this, it's a short drive to Gaztelugatxe, our second Game of Thrones filming location. We'll head along the stairs up to the hermitage (bring your walking shoes!) and finish up with some cheese and wine and take in the spectacular views. After this we'll head back into San Sebastian where you'll be dropped off at the end of the tour.

During this walking tour, you will get to see some of the most popular tourist attractions of Bilbao along with a local- professional guide who will be exclusively with you. The walking tour can be customized according to your taste and preferences. The tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending upon availability. In case of any special request, please do let us know and we would try our best to accommodate accordingly.

In this tour, in addition to the formation of the Flysch, we will explain to you, we will tell you relevant anecdotes and history of the place that only the locals know and do not appear anywhere else.One of the most beautiful places on the Basque coast at the best time and time of the year An unforgettable experience. This is an experience for small groups on a spacious yacht where you can create your space with your friends, lay in the towel, sunbathe or simply enjoy the surroundings without stress or crowds.

The capital of the Basque Country is today a modern and vibrant artistic city, but it’s roots are seated upon its former industrial glory and it’s proud basque heritage. There are so many things to do, see and try out here that it is easy to get lost. Come with us for some quality time in Bilbao, for a walking tour from the Guggenheim Museum until the Old Town, in a time travel adventure from the futuristic, to the medieval historical times. You will learn about: Foundation in the early 14th century Importance as a medieval commercial town 19th century heavy industrialization process The history of the Basque heritage Modernization Artistic rebirth and the Guggenheim Museum

This beachside city also known as Donostia has much to offer, as the most prized Michelin stars in the world after Kyoto and one of Europe’s surf Mecca’s. But there is also an historical side to this town, and a not less important one to say the least. So grab your walking shoes and camera and come with us to discover what else this city has to offer. You will be surprised on every corner, with beautiful squares, stunning façades and many stories that make San Sebastian come alive.

This is an unforgettable 5 days private tour to know the most beautiful places in northern Spain. You will have the flexibility to choose the hotels and restaurants and we will pick you up at your chosen hotels and restaurants at each stop. We are also willing to make small adjustments to the program if requested. On this tour, you will also enjoy a guided visit to the most important towns in this area: Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Santander, and Bilbao.

Take a deep dive into the traditions of Basque cider making on this tour in San Sebastian. Follow the cider maker in a cellar tour and learn about how the cider is made in this family-run establishment. Taste some samples and visit other local highlights, such as the Flysch Route, the Abaola Maritime Factory, the Idiazabal Cheese Factory, and a local produce market.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Discover San Sebastian, the 2016 European Capital of Culture, on a private 4-hour walking tour tailor-made for you. Stroll along Concha Beach; visit landmarks such as San Sebastian Cathedral and María Cristina Bridge; and enjoy views along Spain’s Basque Coast.

Get to know the beautiful architecture and Basque culture of Bilbao during this 8-hour, customizable, private tour from San Sebastian. Pick the Bilbao highlights that suit your interests as you visit attractions like the famous Guggenheim Museum, Old Town, San Mames Stadium, a traditional market, plus much more.

The elegant seafront town of Biarritz is one of the most popular destinations along France's Basque coast, but visiting on a group tour often means limited time for sightseeing. This private full-day tour from San Sebastian offers plenty of time to explore the city or hit the beach, with private transport, a private guide, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Experience Bilbao like a local with a private guide and a walking tour tailor-made for you. Explore Bilbao’s atmospheric Old Town and Ensanche neighborhood, browse the stalls at the La Ribera market, and marvel at architectural wonders such as the Guggenheim Museum, San Mames Stadium, and Bilbao Cathedral.

The Guggenheim Museum is one of Spain’s largest art museums and visiting with a private guide ensures you make the most of your visit. Marvel at the museum’s futuristic architecture, then head inside to admire contemporary and avant-garde masterpieces by artists such as Richard Serra, Jeff Koons, and Francesco Clemente.

We will pick you up from your hotel or place of choice in Biarritz. The pick up will be a private pick up only for you. This will the best and most comfortable way to start your private tour of San Sebastian. Once we arrive to San Sebastián, your private official tour guide will meet you in a centrally located meeting point to start your private 4 hour tour of San Sebastián. Here is a brief itinerary of San Sebastian’s most important sites that you can enjoy during this private tour: City hall of San Sebastian View of museo San Telmo Monte Igueldo Catedral del Buen Pastor Playa de la concha and the bay Palacio Miramar Monte Urgull For lunch if you wish, enjoy some typical Pintxos Old town of San Sebastian called La Parte Vieja View of Isla de Santa Clara Basilique de Santa Maria del Coro Playa de la Zurriola At the end of the tour, you will have some free time for lunche before returning back to your hotel in Biarritz.

Enjoy this completely personalized private tour of San Sebastian and enjoy the wonderful Pintxos culture with a local. Take this opportunity to get to know San Sebastian in this experience with your own private official tour guide and discover one of the best gastronomies of Spain. Get to personalize your own experience.

Your driver and your private official tour guide, will pick you up in your private vehicle from your hotel or place of choice in San Sebastian or Bilbao. We will help you organize your completely personalized "Game of Thrones" unique experience in the Basque Coast This is the tour starting from San Sebastian (starting from Bilbao would be the same itinerary, but the other way round): Your first stop will be Getaria, a very attractive medieval fishing settlement located only 30 minutes away from San Sebastian. You will then continue to Zumaia, the entrance to Dragonstone Castle, where John Snow first meets The Mother of Dragons. Next stop will be San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. There is a chapel dedicated to St John baptist which is located in the high part of the rock, there is a manmade stair that lets you walk there. This is the place where Daenerys returns to dragonstone. The last 3 places you will visit will be the nature reserve of Urdaibai, Mundaka and Bermeo.

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Explore one of the gems of the Basque coast with a private tour to the traditional fishing village of Getaria. Take a guided tour of the walkable old town, taste Gipuzkoa specialties at a favorite local deli, and learn about the life and style of the inventive Basque designer at the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum. Get a new prospective on the coastline and beaches during a private boat tour before retuning to San Sebastian.

We will start the day in San Juan de Luz. The old town is made up of beautiful Basque style houses. Many of the buildings date back to the 17th century, During the city tour we will enjoy the visit of a treasure known by few as is the visit of the Egiategia Underwater Winery. We cannot forget another of the jewels of San Juan de Luz as is its market, with its stalls selling fish, horse meat, vegetables, bakery products and many varieties of cheese, this is the ideal place to discover all the ingredients that make Basque gastronomy so famous. At the end of the tour, we will enjoy a menu in a traditional local restaurant. After lunch, we will go to Biarritz to enjoy a City Tour. The city is formed mostly by bourgeois houses and mansions, used by the wealthy as summer houses. This touch of luxury is perfectly balanced with the more relaxed and carefree surf culture, which also has a long tradition in Biarritz. Undoubtedly, this interesting contrast is part of the identity of the city.

We will start the day in San Juan de Luz. The old town is made up of beautiful Basque style houses. Many of the buildings date back to the 17th century, when Saint Jean de Luz was one of the most important fishing ports in France and the base for Basque corsairs during the peak of piracy in the 17th century. During the city tour we will enjoy the visit of a treasure known by few and very spectacular as is the visit of the Egiategia Winery, although it is very simple, stands out for the technique of fermentation of wine under the Cantabrian Sea, which makes your wine has a needle point due to the blows of the rough sea. The guide will give suggestions for lunch (lunch not included) After lunch, we will go to Biarritz to enjoy a City Tour. The city is formed mostly by bourgeois houses and mansions, used by the wealthy as summer houses. This touch of luxury is perfectly balanced with the more relaxed and carefree surf culture, which also has a long tradition in Biarritz.

Transfer to Legazpi from San Sebastian, where the museum and park of one of the few forges still in operation is located. The Basque Iron Museum shows us the keys to understanding the history and importance of iron in the Basque Country. The route continues with a visit to the workshop of one of the world's best-known metal artists, Eduardo Chillida. After the visit, we will visit the Sanctuary of Arantzazu, which is located in the heart of Euskadi. As well as being a centre of unequalled spirituality, it is also one of the most representative examples of contemporary Basque art, since in 1950 it was rebuilt with the participation of Sáenz de Oiza, Oteiza, Chillida, Basterretxea... In Arantzazu itself, we will enjoy a menu in a typical restaurant of the area. After lunch, we will head to Chillida Leku, the museum where many of Eduardo Chillida's works are exhibited. Transfer back to San Sebastian.