Top Basque Country Food Tours

Choosing where to eat in San Sebastian can be overwhelming, especially with so many tempting pintxos (small snacks) bars. This guided walking tour takes you beyond the obvious spots to sample local favorites you might not order on your own. Come hungry, as you taste specialties such as Iberian acorn ham, oysters, croquettes, olives, and Spanish omelet, all while learning the stories behind the flavors from your guide.

Pintxo culture is at the heart of San Sebastian’s food scene. Enjoy reserved seating at some of the city’s most fascinating venues—plus a tour of Mercado de la Bretxa—when you prebook this intimate tour, available as small-group and private options. Sample wine, charcuterie, desserts, and more, and leave with recommendations for the rest of your stay. Note that when the market is closed, your tour includes an additional two pintxo stops.

With the Do Eat Better Experience Bilbao Food Tour through the city, you’ll have the opportunity to sample some of the region’s most famous products in just a few hours, all under the guidance of a passionate foodie host. Visit top specialty shops, eateries, and bars where you can feast on local delights like Pintxos, Rioja-style potatoes, and so much more. Along the way, enjoy bites of regional dishes while hearing fascinating stories about the food, the places, and the rich gastronomic traditions of the area. It’s a true culinary journey with a small group of fellow gastro-travelers! Explore with a local food expert to discover the best local specialties and taste both savory and sweet local delicacies as you cross the city. You will learn about Bilbao's rich culinary history and culture while you taste and we will provide small-group experiences, for a relaxed pace and informal vibe!

This visit gives you a chance to learn about the work of Basque farmers visiting a 16th-century farmhouse. Afterwards, the trip continues through the landscape until we reach the Cider House. You will get to know the family that runs it and the steps required to make Basque cider will be explained. You will then taste the product, first in the bottle and then sitting down to a traditional cider house menu. * The guided tour, as it is a shared service, may be in several languages depending on the origin of the clients.

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.

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.

Txakoli is a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque region, with green bottles common in San Sebastian’s bars. This half-day, small-group tour reveals its secrets in the medieval fishing town of Getaria, a noted txakoli center. Tour the old town and visit a winery for a guided tour, tasting different txakoli styles paired with local appetizers. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus air-conditioned transport, are included.

A perfect tour if you are in Samaniego and are wine lovers! We will start the visit in the old part of the winery and finish in the area where we currently make our wines. We will walk through the tunnels and underground draughts. The guided tour will end with a tasting of our wines and a tasting of local products.

Known as the city that serves the best of Basque cuisine, San Sebastián is a top destination for food lovers in Europe. But, its tastiest plates and local restaurants may be difficult to find without insider help. This small-group food tour offers just that, with an itinerary that showcases San Sebastián’s culinary credentials. Visit family-run bars and bakeries, make the Basque snacks “pintxos,” sip cider, and learn about the city’s culture from a local guide.

Discover the delicious gastronomy of San Sebastian on this small-group tasting tour in the Old Town. Visit different spots to sample pintxos that are perfectly paired with local Spanish wines. Explore this fascinating quarter in between tastings and learn about the history, culture, and people of this Basque city during the tour.

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.

This full-day small-group tour from Bilbao runs in English and includes transport throughout Rioja. Visit Marques de Riscal and Ysios wineries, known for their wines and architecture, with complete guided tastings. If Ysios is closed, you’ll still visit for photos and enjoy an equivalent tasting at another winery. The tour also includes a stop in the medieval village of Laguardia for a tapas lunch.

Discover pintxos tradition on a small-group food tour in San Sebastian's Old Town. Visit several venues, including pintxo bars, restaurants, and gourmet shops. Taste local specialties like Iberian ham, mussels, and marinated anchovies, and enjoy glasses of Basque wine in a small-group setting, for a more intimate experience.

Taste your way through Spain’s most celebrated wine region on a completely private tour of La Rioja from San Sebastian. Sample bold red blends at two different wine cellars, including some of the oldest underground wine caves in the area, and see the famous winery designed by architect Frank Gehry. State your appetite and venture off the tourist track with lunch at an authentic Basque restaurant, and explore the charming medieval streets of Laguardia village on this mouthwatering, personalized experience.

Explore Bilbabo's pintxos scene, without scrolling through reviews and recommendations, on this small-group food tasting tour. Let your guide lead the way as you visit foodie hotspots and eateries across La Ribera Market, the Old Town, and Ensanche. Try multiple pintxos and regional wines as you learn about the history behind the area's traditional cuisine.

Learn more about Spanish wine on this fun small-group day tour of two wineries near Bilbao. Sample three Rioja wines and enjoy a light pintxos lunch with vegetarian and gluten-free options in Laguardia. Walk through the vineyards and learn how wine is made. A fun way to indulge in a glass or three without worrying about driving back to your hotel after.

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.

Bilbao bold architecture, riverside charm and a vibrant food scene. What more could you ask for?! Imagine a city where industrial heritage meets cutting-edge design, set along the Nervión River, lively yet authentic, and full of Basque character. Bilbao is renowned across Spain for its innovative cuisine and talented chefs, who blend tradition with modern techniques, and for its pintxos culture — a creative take on tapas from the Basque Country, served in individual portions and displayed along the bar for you to choose as they’re freshly prepared. If you’re passionate about gastronomic experiences with a contemporary twist, Bilbao will not disappoint.

Start your day with us on a fascinating journey to the heart of La Rioja, the most famous wine region in Spain, where you will be amazed by a sea of vineyards that stretches as far as the eye can see. Along the way, we invite you to discover the rich wine history of the area. Our first stop will be a unique winery of spectacular vineyards where you will immerse yourself in the process of making wine. And of course, you will enjoy an exquisite tasting of its best wines. Our trip continue with a visit to a traditional winery, excavated under the streets of the village that offers us a unique experience. Finally, we will visit Laguardia. This charming walled town in the Rioja Alavesa, preserves one of the most impressive architectural ensembles in the region. In this tour, you will move to medieval times as you walk through its narrow streets that tell stories of yesteryear. You will have free time to enjoy a lunch in this charming village before returning. (Lunch not included).

Step into the heart of Rioja’s wine culture on a small-group, all-inclusive tour. Immerse yourself into the history and traditions of the area while exploring Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, the two celebrated wine regions. Visit two family-run wineries and a stunning vineyard to delve into over 2,000 years of winemaking history. Learn directly from the winemakers who craft these world-class wines—something many travelers miss out on. Savor a delicious traditional lunch, perfectly paired with wines enjoyed by locals, and walk through centuries-old vineyards to learn about the vines.

Take part in the cherished Basque tradition of pintxos on this private food and walking tour in San Sebastian. Visit some of the seaside city’s best pintxos bars to savor the delicious bite-sized snacks just like locals do, paired with Spanish wine or beer. Between tastings, explore the most important landmarks of San Sebastian's old town, taking advantage of your private guide’s expertise to learn the history of the city that was named a European Capital of Culture in 2016.

Rather than guessing which restaurants serve the best bites, discover traditional Basque cuisine on a "pintxos" (Basque tapas) tour of San Sebastiàn. Explore the winding streets of the atmospheric Old Town with a gastronomic guide and discover local haunts that locals love. Sample tapas ranging from classic to contemporary. Sip cider and fine wines designed to compliment each dish and enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour.

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary culture, but choosing where to eat can be tricky for visitors. This small-group tour takes the guesswork out of your visit by taking you to the city's five best pintxo bars where you will enjoy a selection of seven pintxos and a sweet dessert.