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San Sebastian is famously known for its gastronomy. Feast on a wealth of Basque cuisine and learn to cook these regional signatures with a professional chef during this small-group cooking class. Prepare and eat several dishes washed down with red wine and the signature local sparkling white, “txakoli”, and a glass of cider, and leave with newfound confidence in your cooking skills.

San Sebastian is a foodie’s paradise that’s known for its “pintxos” (snacks similar to tapas), but without local knowledge, it can be hard to differentiate between tourist traps and hidden local gems. With this tour, save time doing research, and let a guide take you on a stroll around the city with commentary about its food, history, and culture. Along the way, enjoy the perk of having “pintxos” tastings included.

Explore one of Gexto’s industrial masterpieces—the UNESCO-listed Vizcaya Bridge. Enjoy the ultimate hassle-free day with a hotel pickup and drop-off. Entrance fees are included, so you won’t have to wait in line, and you’ll have a guide to provide historical insights, and give local recommendations. You can customize your trip, depending on your needs, such as choosing to travel in a private vehicle, rather than public transport.

San Sebastián Highlights Tour from Bilbao Experience the best of San Sebastián on this full-day tour from Bilbao. Explore the city’s most iconic spots, starting with breathtaking views from Monte Igueldo, where you can admire the entire bay and coastline. Visit the Peine del Viento, Eduardo Chillida’s famous seaside sculpture, a stunning blend of art and nature. Discover the charming Old Town, stroll through its narrow streets, and admire the beautiful Buen Pastor Cathedral. During the tour, you’ll have free time for lunch, allowing you to choose from local restaurants or sample the city’s famous pintxos at traditional bars. Enjoy a perfect balance of sightseeing, culture, and gastronomy, all in a comfortable minivan with private transportation.

Escape the city bustle for a scenic, full-day tour along the French Basque coast from San Sebastian. Cross the Bidasoa River to the French side of the Basque Country and visit the charming city of Bayonne, the fishing village of Saint Jean de Luz and the glamorous town of Biarritz. Learn about local gastronomy over lunch during this small-group tour.

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.

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.

Experience San Sebastian like a local on this private walking tour with a flexible itinerary. Choose the areas you want to explore or let your guide share favorite spots beyond typical tourist trails, museums, and landmarks. This personalized tour offers insights from a passionate local, perfect for those seeking an authentic city experience.

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

Discover the verdant vineyards and intriguing history of the Rioja wine region on a full-day tour from Bilbao. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, visit charming villages like Harn and Laguardia to see medieval monuments and admire spectacular views of the countryside. Venture to Vitoria in order to wander the sprawling vineyards and descend into atmospheric wine cellars to learn about complex manufacturing processes. Pleasure your palate with the refined taste of signature wines during a tasting session and enjoy a traditional lunch in a locally recommended restaurant (own expense).

Start your French Basque countryside tour in style with pickup from your San Sebastian address. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day, with a private guide and vehicle just for your group. This is an ideal way to make the most of your time—you’ll visit several spots over the day including Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Saint-Etienne-de-Baigorry, and Espelette, while your guide clues you in on their culture and history.

On this full-day private tour, you’ll explore the stunning coastline of the Basque region in your own chauffeured, luxury vehicle. Build your own custom-made itinerary, without the rush of a group tour. Highlights along the way include San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (where scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed), the historic city center of San Sebastian, and the iconic "flysch" of Getaria and Zumaia.

Check out Bilbao at night with a local guide who will show you all the hot spots. You’ll have a bunch of activities on this tour, like riding the cable car to Artxanda Lookout, descending on the funicular, tramming to the Old Quarter, and much more. You can feel free to go at your own pace, since this is a private tour just for you.

Take in the scenery on the French Basque Coast on this private tour from San Sebastian. With round-trip transportation taken care of, you can focus on the landscape of Biarritz, Guethary, and Saint-Jean-De-Luz. Commentary from your driver/guide sheds light on the history, culture, and architecture of the stops as you travel. This private tour ensures personalized attention for you and your party.

Explore Donostia on this private walking tour, and discover why it has so many Michelan starred restaurants, and why it is historically important. You can customize this tour with your guide, since it is a private experience for you and your group. Check out the most famous landmarks and some hidden spots too, which you could only find from your local guide. Decide which Michelan starred restaurant you’ll try later for dinner.

Discover Pamplona’s history, culture, and cuisine on a private tour with a 3-course Basque meal in a Hemingway-famous 19th-century café. You’ll follow the route of the famous bull race, pausing to pose for photos with actual Pamplona bulls. Exploring this tradition with a local ensures you get beyond Pamplona’s touristy side, offering an authentic immersion in proud Basque traditions.

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.

Immerse yourself in the Basque region’s dramatic coastal scenery, discover some of its key monuments, and cap off your visit with a trip to vibrant Bilbao on this private, full-day tour. Following morning pickup at your hotel, you’ll visit Gernika (immortalized in a Picasso painting), will discover the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, will see the Dragonstone filming location from “Game of Thrones,” and will explore Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim.

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.

Benefit from the personalized attention of a private guide on this comprehensive private tour of Biarritz and the Basque Coast. Travel in style in a private vehicle, stopping wherever you like to see the highlights of the area or focus on things that interest you. Your guide will provide personalized attention and answer all of your questions.

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 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.

San Sebastian is a food lover’s dream destination—and this private pintxos tour will introduce you to the city’s unique culinary scene. Pick from multiple tour times, and set off with just your guide for company. You’ll visit two bars, and will taste four different pintxos dishes and two drinks. As you go, you’ll also spy landmarks like the Buen Pastor Cathedral, Constitution Square, and other Old Town highlights.

Immersive experience: Immerse yourself in a dazzling sound and visual experience inside the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd an architectural gem in the heart of San Sebastian. The celestial chants of a choir merge with the spatial soundtrack. Discover the acoustic richness of one of the most beautiful churches in Spain. Let yourself be carried away by projections that magnify the building and delicately reveal every architectural detail.