Top Basque Country Art & Culture - page 5

Uncover the natural splendor of the French Basque countryside with this day trip from San Sebastian. Instead of booking a taxi, enjoy the convenience of having a private driver to transport you across the border, and between dispersed countryside highlights with ease. Picturesque towns and villages visited along the way include Saint Jean Pied de Port, Bidarray, Espelette, and the cultural melting pot of Bayonne.

This customizable tour offers the ultimate flexibility. Instead of being limited by a fixed route, enjoy the freedom to personalize the tour route to suit your interests. Explore the highlights and hidden gems of the Basque Country, and choose to discover Rioja wine, gourmet food, cultural attractions, or natural wonders. Places you can visit include San Sebastian, Bilbao, Saint-Jean-De-Luz, and Biarritz.

Get your cultural and gastronomic game on with this private tour in San Sebastian, focusing on the city’s top sites and culinary scene. Your driver/guide shows you some of the best basque bars in town, and the best places to get small bites to eat. You might never find some of these on your own.

Discover the majestic beauty of the Basque Highlands—and enjoy a lively and active day out—on this private hiking excursion. Following morning pickup at your area accommodation, head with your guide through the rolling hills and craggy scenery of the Highlands. You’ll view the Sanctuary of Arantzazu before visiting Aizkorri-Aratz Natural Park for a hike up a massif, followed by a picnic lunch of local delicacies and wine.

Leave the bustle of the city behind for a day, and discover some of the Basque Country’s most spectacular scenery, on this full-day, private tour. Meet in the morning at your San Sebastián hotel, and set out in a private vehicle. You’ll wend your way along the spectacular Gipuzkoa coast. Visit the charming city of Hondarribia (located on the French border), soak up Zarautz Beach’s scenery, admire Txakoli vineyards, discover the famed rock formations along the Flysch Route, and much more.

Discover the unspoiled scenery of the French Basque Country—and visit charming villages, historical landmarks, and more—on this full-day, private tour. In the morning, meet your guide at your San Sebastian hotel, and hop aboard your private vehicle. After heading across the border, you’ll visit Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (an important pilgrimage site), Bidarray (home to a famed medieval church), Espelette (renowned for its chilies), and more.

With this tour you will be able to discover the most emblematic points of Bilbao at your own pace. Designed by Sergio, Official City Guide, this tour includes the most important monuments of Bilbao’s Historic Town, as well as many curiosities from its present and past. With audio narrated by himself and images, you’ll live as complete an experience as if accompanied in person, but with the freedom to have all the information and a GPS guided map on your mobile. There are no schedules or groups: once booked, you will have 14 days to complete it as many times as you want and when you decide. You will have access to the tour from 00:00 on the day you select. Includes gastronomic and leisure recommendations selected by Sergio to enjoy Bilbao as a local. Instructions to activate the tour will arrive after purchase both by message and at the entrance of Viator.

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.

Make the most of your time in the Basque Country with this fusion of a bike tour and a “pintxos” tour. Riding around on a bike helps you access sights that large sightseeing buses can't reach, and it also covers more ground than a walking tour. Along the way, pass UNESCO World Heritage sites, see Vizcaya Bridge, and enjoy delicious “pintxos” and drink tastings.

This private gastronomic adventure in San Sebastian highlights the French side of Basque cuisine. Your guide will take you to several spots including a cheesemaker, cheese and wine pairings, a fishing village, and more as you explore local neighborhoods with just your group.

Book this private tour to get the inside scoop on all things Rioja. Your guide will organize visits to several wineries where you’ll meet the proprietors and learn all about how rioja is produced. Besides learning, you’ll also be tasting. You’ll get to try several wines at each winery, and also relax over a local lunch. Don’t worry about driving, since you’ll have a driver who will get you safely back to your hotel.

Learn all the secrets of Rioja production, and then try some delicious tastings in several wineries near San Sebastian on this private tour. You’ll get picked up from your hotel for ease, and then driven in a private vehicle to the wineries. Go at your own pace on this private tour, and don’t worry about drinking too much, since you’ll have a driver to take you back to your hotel after the tour.

Professional photo session in the most photographed city in the world. Enjoy a different activity in which you will create quality memories for a lifetime. During the activity, you will visit different scenarios on foot where a professional photographer will immortalize this very special trip. Feel like the movie stars so often photographed in San Sebastián. Discover another way to get to know the corners of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Discover the magical city of San Sebastian at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 2 hours, you can explore iconic attractions such as La Concha Beach, the Church of the Good Shepherd or the San Telmo Museum. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. Available in six languages, this experience is ideal for those looking for hassle-free personalized tourism. - 3h self-guided tour with + 15 points of interest - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian and German Explore iconic attractions and receive food recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.

San Sebastian is world-renowned for its bites and beaches, but this private and personalized tour takes you beyond the postcard images to places loved by locals. Whether you want to focus on traditional tapas or tucked-away corners, this walking tour will help you see sides of the Basque city that are aligned with your tastes and interests.

Explore the valleys, medieval towns, and gorgeous nature of Biscay on this private tour, where you can wander at your own pace, knowing the logistics are being taken care of by your guide and driver. You’ll stop in several places today, which you can decide on with your private guide. No need to stay within a fixed itinerary or deal with groups- this tour is just for you and your party.

The Best Way to Discover Bilbao: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing drink in the Casco Viejo or a stroll along the Nervión River and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Zubizuri, Bilbao City Hall, Teatro Arriaga, Plaza Nueva, Unamuno Miguel Plaza, Santiago Cathedral, Erriberako Merkatua (Ribera Market), and San Anton Eliza.

On this Shared Walking Tour of Hondarribia you will discover one of the most picturesque villas in the Basque Country, where history is breathed in every corner. We will stroll through the walled historic quarter, with its cobblestone streets, houses with wooden balconies and the imposing Plaza de Armas, presided over by the old castle of Charles V. We will continue to the lively Marina, the fishing quarter full of color and life, to know its seafaring atmosphere and its gastronomic tradition. A close and pleasant tour to enjoy Hondarribia in all its essence : its medieval legacy, its seafaring character and its unique charm facing the sea.

READY FOR AN ADVENTURE IN THE BASQUE CITY? Time-limited travellers, families with teens, if you're visiting this lovely city for the 1st time, you're in the right place! We'll start at the majestic Buenpas 'Good Shepherd' Cathedral Of course, we’ll also stroll along the iconic La Concha Beach, the same sandy stretch that once captivated royalty Next stop is the elegant City Hall… full of tales of late-night bets and glamorous parties straight out of a movie! Down at the Harbor, with fishing boats and nosy seagulls, you’ll hear how this little marine corner once fed the entire city Then, going up to Mount Urgull (100m elevation and moderate hike) with its breathtaking views of the bay. That'll definitely steal a “wow!” from you before you even notice. I’ll share how old cannons that once defended the city now share the spotlight with visitors’ selfies Then we dive into the Old Town (Alde Zaharra), the pintxo paradise where every bar seems to battle for the tastiest bite

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The French Basque Country is one of the most unique corners of France, but exploring by public transportation can be tedious. This private driving tour covers more ground and visits three different villages in a single day. Enjoy walking tours through Bayonne, Biarritz, and San Juan de Luz to learn about their history and sights, plus a scenic drive through Hendaye on the way back to San Sebastian.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of the Pyrenees from San Sebastian. Visit local charming villages and travel off the beaten path with your guide, finding hidden gems that you might not otherwise encounter. Experience local agricultural practices and taste local wine, honey, jam, and cheese. This private tour means you can travel at your own pace and ask plenty of questions.

you pay 250€ for 1 to 7 people group. WE WALK, This tour is for good walkers This 3 hour tour offers a 4 miles walk with a break of 5 minutes. Why CHOOSE THIS TOUR? Our expert guides provide in-depth knowledge and immersive cultural experience, offering an authentic perspective of the city. A SPECTACULAR START We kick off our Walking City Tour at the iconic La Concha Bay, where you'll soak in breathtaking views of the beach of all beaches! We'll uncover hidden gems, charming parks, and captivating stories that you won’t find in any guidebook. EXPLORING THE HEART OF THE CITY Our journey takes us through the romantic zone, winding through picturesque streets until we reach the legendary old quarter of Donostia—truly a pintxos paradise. From La Bretxa market, a foodie heaven, to the Gothic vibes of San Vicente Church and the historic Constitution Square, we cover all the essentials. After or before the tour you can join our best seller Pintxos Tour also Nº1 on Tripadvisor.

The Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum features on most Bilbao sightseeing itineraries, but often only gets an exterior look. This tour lets you give this world-famous building and its contents the attention they deserve, with a guided exterior and interior tour. Admire the curved-steel facade, tour the outdoor artworks and interior art highlights, and take advantage of the included day-long admission to explore the permanent and rotating exhibitions independently.