Top Basque Country Classes & Workshops

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary scene. This small-group tour takes place inside a historic, family-run restaurant where you learn to recreate popular Basque dishes for your friends back home. A professional chef teaches you cooking skills and shares stories behind each dish. Come with an empty stomach and prepare a full meal to enjoy, including local cider and wine.

Join us in our cooking school in the heart of Bilbao and learn how to prepare authentic Spanish paella and the famous Burnt Basque Cheesecake. You'll make the starters, help create different styles of paella, and bake the cheesecake yourself, guided step-by-step by a local chef. We keep our groups small (maximum 12 guests) to ensure plenty of personal attention, questions, and real learning. Whether you're an experienced cook or a complete beginner, you'll leave with practical skills and recipes you can recreate at home. Located just across the river from the Guggenheim Museum, our cooking school is easy to reach from anywhere in Bilbao. At the end of the class, you'll sit down together in our private dining room to enjoy everything you've prepared, accompanied by three glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic alternatives. A fun, authentic, and delicious way to experience Basque and Spanish gastronomy.

Do something a little different for dinner on this small-group food-and-wine tour in Bilbao. Rather than opt for a sit-down meal, follow your guide around local bars to try traditional pintxos. Enjoy enough small plates, paired with drinks, to make up a full meal. Learn about Bilbao's history as you go from bar to bar, passing by city highlights along the way.

Join this Basque cooking class and learn how to cook traditional pintxos and tapas of the Basque Country with a local Basque chef. Learn about local ingredients and spices, the story behind them, and how the locals enjoy these delicious bites. First, meet up with your instructor, who doubles as the chef for this class. Get introduced to the ingredients you'll be working with, and listen as you learn about each one's importance in traditional northern Spanish cooking. Then, get your hands into action as you mix, stir, chop, and begin to combine ingredients with the help of the chef, who will guide you through each step of preparation. As you begin to cook, sip on a glass of wine from the open bar. Finally, see the fruits of your labors come to life as 4 different pintxos are plated from your work. Try each one, and enjoy them alongside your wine, and a complimentary charcuterie and cheese board, and dessert prepared for you.

Paragliding over the Sopelana and Azkorri cliffs is a unique and unforgettable experience that you cannot miss. Whether you are strong emotions or if you like calm and tranquility this is an activity for you. Our pilots will make the flight to your liking so that you feel completely safe and comfortable.

This experience combines the energy of San Sebastián’s local market culture with the warmth of a hands-on cooking session. Instead of a long, formal culinary program, this class focuses on a relaxed, interactive format where travelers can immerse themselves in Basque gastronomy in a dynamic and approachable way. Whether you have never cooked before or you are already passionate about food, this experience is designed to be enjoyable and engaging for all levels. We cook in a professional, purpose-designed culinary space, ensuring comfort, personal workspace, and high-quality seasonal ingredients throughout the session. The market visit adds a real local dimension to the experience, offering insight into seasonal ingredients and everyday food traditions before transforming them into authentic dishes you’ll prepare yourself. It’s the perfect balance between cultural discovery, practical cooking, and shared enjoyment around the table.

Sample 5 top Spanish wines explained by our sommelier. The wines tasted come from small-family boutique wineries where every sip will connect you directly with the winemaker. - Sommelier led - Taste 5 wines accompanied by a light snack - Small groups only (max 12 people per tasting) - Beautiful wine glasses and private tasting room

Discover Bilbao long after the crowds have dispersed on this private walking tour. The itinerary can be completely adapted to your interests and pace, whether you are interested in history, architecture, or culture. Opt to discover top landmarks or off-the-beaten-path areas, making this a great option for small groups or families.

Discover a winery in Álava, at the heart of the prestigious Rioja Alavesa wine region, where wine and gastronomy come together. Explore the winemaking process in a stunning, gravity-fed estate designed to preserve the natural flow of the grapes. Enjoy a small-group guided tour, from vineyard to cellar, and finish with a tasting of three signature wines paired with gourmet local products. A unique experience that blends tradition, innovation, and the authentic flavors of Basque Country wine culture.

Enjoy a dinner to remember—and discover the highlights of Bilbao’s vibrant food scene—during this small-group food tour. Meet your guide in central Bilbao, and be sure to come hungry: you’ll taste the best of the city’s many pintxos (tapas) bars. Try a number of local bites, learn all about what sets the Basque Country’s culinary offerings apart, enjoy drinks with your nibbles, and follow your guide to locals-frequented favorites.

We are located in the old town of Bilbao, near the Mercado de la Ribera (the main food market in the city), the Cathedral of Santiago and the Church of San Antón. The old town of Bilbao is a place full of history and traditions of the Basque Country. We will learn to make 4 skewers so that you can prepare them and leave the guests with their mouths open. All this in a quiet and pleasant environment perfect for enjoying and making new friends or meeting people.

In the Basque provinces of Gipuzkoa and Bizkaia, local cuisine is characterized by fresh ingredients and ancient recipes. Master the culinary techniques of the Basque Country during this small-group cooking class in San Sebastian, ideal for travelers with a passion for food. Experience a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef and learn the skills needed to create rustic dishes featuring seafood and vegetables.

Visitors to Basque Country can easily miss the charming capital city of Vitoria, opting to tour the smaller villages and wine regions. On this full-day tour across Basque Country, travelers don't need to choose—you'll visit both the city and countryside. Start your day walking through Vitoria's historic quarter, and then head to La Rioja for an afternoon in the vineyards and villages. Wrap up your day at a traditional winery for a wine tasting, included at no extra charge.

Discover the history of Bilbao on this guided small-group walking tour. Learn about the city’s gastronomy, culture, architecture, and traditions while you explore the streets and feel like a local. Tour highlights include the Plaza Nueva in Casco Viejo, La Ribera market, the Catedral de Santiago cathedral, the Bidebarrieta library, and more.

Basque cooking is not only about pintxos. The recipes the Basque Country has to offer are as varied as the landscape of the region. Our chefs have a wide selection of recipes, from the vibrant fish dishes of the coast to the hearty stews of the mountains. In our cooking class, they will help you discover the authentic flavours of the Basque Country and provide you with the skills you need to recreate dishes that take you back to those perfect holiday memories.

Capture your time in San Sebastián with a local photographer who knows the city inside out. Sara combines expert photography with local insight, guiding you to the best spots while creating beautiful, lasting memories of your trip.

Foodies will want to join this guided walking tour of Bilbao to learn about the gastronomy of Northern Spain. Indulge in Basque tapas, pintxos, and miniature cuisine, as well as wine pairings and other traditional local drinks. Discover the roots of each dish and drink, its ingredients, and how you can recreate it at home. Experience Bilbao like the Basque people, and explore with just a small group to keep things personal.

Don your apron and learn to make traditional Basque pintxos with a local chef, in their kitchen, not far from the old town. You’ll learn how to make five pintxos and one dessert, all the while enjoying local wines and ciders, learning about the history and food culture of the area. Take home the recipes so that you can recreate the experience with friends at home.

Have a full gastronomic experience in San Sebastian today, starting with breakfast, then going to the market to purchase produce for the lunch meal you will prepare later. Learn about the local goods from your passionate guide. Back at their home, you’ll first make a few pintxos and have those with some wine, then play some local handball, and finally feast on the delicious lunch you’ve prepared.

Learn how to make Basque tapas (pintxos) in an intimate setting during a small-group cooking class. Your chef–instructor teaches you how to cook local recipes such as grilled cod and spicy mushrooms using seasonal produce. Sip a glass or two of wine from the open bar and taste local cheese and olive oil while you cook, then sit down to eat your creations after.

San Sebastian is a culinary wonderland that boasts the most Michelin stars per capita in the world. Discover the secrets behind haute cuisine during an advanced cooking class in San Sebastian. Under the guidance of a professional chef, you’ll master cutting-edge techniques such as foaming, spherification, and modern plating. Small-group tour limited to 10 people.

Marvel at the scenic splendor of the Basque Country on a day trip from Bilbao that covers the highlights and helps you cross the border over to France with ease. Wander the winding streets of the city’s Old Quarter to see antique architecture and sink your toes into the silken sands of Biarritz, a sandy stretch declared the ‘Beach of Kings’ due to regular visits by European royalty. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel is included on this tour.

We'll depart from San Sebastian and head through the Basque Country, reaching the famous surfing town of Zarautz, known for its great waves and delicious cuisine. After settling in on the beach, we'll begin our surfing lessons, from scratch to catching our first wave.