Top Basque Country Outdoor Activities - page 3

Get to know Bilbao through the eyes of a local on a custom tour that's tailored to your unique interests. Before your tour begins, you'll chat with your Bilbao local guide (Lokafyer) and work out an itinerary that suits your passions and their perspective. By the end of the tour, you'll feel confident navigating the city and have a full suite of recommendations for the rest of your trip.

I am a local from the wonderful town of Getxo, full of history and the only one that maintains the glamor of yesteryear, I have also worked in the town's tourist office, where I can tell you a lot of things.

Learn to surf in Somo, Spain, with an instructor who will help you every step of the way. You'll be given a wetsuit and a surfboard, and all the instruction you need. This school has been teaching since 1991, so they are professionals. These Cantabrian surfers love what they do, and are excited to share this with you and help you learn to surf.

Explore the Basque Country without having to get bogged down by transportation planning on a full-day excursion from Bilbao. With your guide leading the way so you don't have to navigate, visit grand ecclesiastical structures like the Sanctuary of Loyola; discover the fishing villages that pepper the coastline; and tour San Sebastian, renowned for its gastronomic scene.

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.

Learn all about the Picos de Europa National Park with this guided tour of the area from Bilbao, and make sure to come hungry. Your guide will be a foodie, and they will share the culture of this area with you partly through food. You’ll be tasting tapas, alcoholic beverages, and a full meal along the way. Your guide will take photos of you in the natural beauty, and tell you stories about the history, too.

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.

We are a group of local guides and mountain sports enthusiasts dedicated to offering quality tours of the city and mountains with all its secrets, history, culture. With the use of electric bicycles you can enjoy a comfortable ride through any area of the city without worrying about the slopes or tiredness, we will add to the tour going up a hill to the mountain to see a unique and unmissable landscape. The assistance of pedaling will help you forget the effort on the bike and will allow you to give yourself to enjoy a city in a different and more sustainable way.

Take a break from the city rush! Beautiful ride combining some easy and scenic gravel paths and trails along the coastline of Igeldo Mountain, all the way to the Kukuarri Cross, clearing part of the stage of "El Camino de Santiago" between San Sebastián and Orio. We will be using our high quality hardtail electric mountain bikes, that will make our ride comfortable and pleasant. It is an easy 25km ride, that can also be adapted to the level of the clients.

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.

Enjoy San Sebastián from a different perspective! The tour starts at shop just 50 meters away from the "La Concha Beach" where our staff will hand you everything you will need for the tour. After about 2 km of riding through the city, we will gradually leave the city behind and make our way up Mount Ulia. We will explore the mountain through the beautiful forest and coastline trails, adapting them to your level, before making our way down to Pasaia Bay. Then we will take the bike lanes back to the city. This Tour is ideal for families and groups of friends, and team building activities.

We distance ourselves from the conventional offer of guided tours, being able to get to know landscapes and emblematic sites of Getxo from the sea itself, doing an unknown sport such as canoeing, being able to pass under a World Heritage monument such as the Bizkaia Bridge.

Make the most of your stay in San Sebastian by learning all about it on this private bike tour. You’ll cover much more ground than if you were walking, allowing you to see more sites in a shorter amount of time. You’ll cruise through several neighborhoods, the oldest and most authentic, then head over to the beach to watch the waves, too.

Learn to surf, or brush up on your skills with this two day surf course in Samo, Cantabria. Each day you'll have two hours of instruction, both on the sand, and in the water, from your instructors. You’ll be with a small group- max 15- so you can make some new surfer buddies along the journey. Note that boards, wetsuits, and insurance are included.

Get a taste of the Camino de Santiago Trail on this half day private tour along the coastline. You’ll have your guide all to yourself, without having to share with large groups. This means you can go at your own pace, stopping for as many photos and water breaks as you like. You’ll also have a round-trip transfer to/ from San Sebastian to keep things easy.

Did you get the curiosity to try surfing watching your children but you have never dared? With our courses for adults you will have no excuse. They are carried out under theoretical and practical instruction adapted to the group, with the aim of disconnecting from worries and being in direct contact with nature. We use specific material to guarantee you the experience of standing and surfing a wave.

Experience some of the best sights and tastes of the Basque Country on this relaxed private day tour. Receive personalized attention from your guide as you visit the cliffs of Zumaia, explore the Game of Thrones beach at Hurdantza, drive the coastal road to Getaria, and sample the region’s famous grilled fish and txakoli wine. This tour suits travelers with various interests.

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.

Discover the beauty of Bilbao and Getxo on a private bike tour that highlights the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Starting at the historic San Anton church and Mercado de la Ribera, pedal through the city’s heart, stopping at the renowned Guggenheim Museum and following the scenic Nervión River. Journey past landmarks like the Euskalduna Palace and Doña Casilda Park, before reaching Getxo's stunning coastline for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Conclude the tour with a ride across the iconic Vizcaya Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to Bilbao through charming neighborhoods. Private bike tour exploring Bilbao and Getxo's highlights Visit key landmarks, including the Guggenheim Museum and Euskalduna Palace. Scenic coastal ride with panoramic views of Getxo's beach and marina. Cross the UNESCO-listed Vizcaya Bridge, showcasing engineering marvels.

Book this small group tour to explore Getxo and the Vizcaya Bridge with hotel pickup included, so transportation and your guide are all taken care of. Learn about the Ibaizabal river, the history of the bridge, and explore the area around Getxo. After this half-day tour, the rest of your day is free.

Experience Biscay on a private tour from San Sebastian, starting at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the Game of Thrones islet with 241 steps, sea views, and wind-swept landscapes. Continue to Mundaka, a fishing gem in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, known for its legendary wave, harbor, churches, lookouts, and smoky grills along the quay. The route ends in Guernica, the symbolic heart of the Basque people, visiting the Tree of Guernica (Gernika in Basque), walking historic streets, and pausing before the mural inspired by Picasso’s Guernica. This private tour includes an expert local guide, hotel pick-up and drop-off, air-conditioned transport, and Gaztelugatxe tickets, offering a perfectly rounded day linking nature, culture, and memory in Biscay.

Swap noisy and crowded San Sebastian sightseeing cruises for a far more peaceful alternative—a private sailing tour with just your group and the crew. Discover spectacular scenery, sail past the beautiful La Concha Beach, and have a chance to disembark and explore the quaint Basque fishing village of Pasai Donibane.

Learn to surf, or brush up on your skills with this five day surf course in Samo, Cantabria. Each day you'll have two hours of instruction, both on the sand, and in the water, from your instructors. You’ll be with a small group- max 14- so you can make some new surfer buddies along the journey. Note that boards, wetsuits, and insurance are included.

Add some ocean fun to your stay in Cantabria on this small-group paddleboarding experience. Learn from an instructor and enjoy exploring a new skill while surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Noja’s coasts and cliffs. A number of start times are available to suit your vacation schedule.