Top Basque Country Spring Break - page 3

Imagine this: You’re stepping through the time-worn streets of Bilbao, wine glass in hand, as history whispers tales of ancient days. Our “Wine private Walks in Bilbao” offers you that rare chance. Experience the blend of Basque tradition with every glass, as the architectural wonders of the city stand testament to its grand past. From the buzzing city pulse to the nostalgic embrace of Casco Viejo, you become the hero of a story where old-world charm meets modern vibrancy. Don’t just visit; live, love, and sip through Bilbao’s soul. Join us, and let every step be a journey through time.

When in Bilbao, you must try the local txakoli wine to truly understand part of the city’s culture. This private tour takes you to a family winery where you’ll have a personal tour and lesson on how the Basque wine is made. You’ll also get to try some pintxos, so no need to pack snacks. Your local guide will take care of all the arrangements so you can just enjoy the tour

If you want to discover the culinary delights of San Sebastian, make some new friends, and keep costs down, then this small group tour is for you. You’ll meet your guide and group at the meeting spot, then begin your walking tour. Your guide will take you to local spots you might not be able to find on your own to share pintxos, wine, and stories.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Rioja, where wine lovers and curious travelers are invited to discover the region’s true character and hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Rioja by visiting carefully selected wineries that beautifully blend centuries-old traditions with modern winemaking innovation. Enhance your experience with a memorable Riojan culinary moment, thoughtfully paired with distinctive wines that showcase the diversity and depth of the region. The adventure continues in the vineyards, where you’ll uncover the soul of Rioja through an immersive vineyard experience. Learn how terroir, climate, and grape growing shape each wine, and enjoy a very special professional wine tasting surrounded by the vines. Book now for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Rioja’s wine culture, craftsmanship, and passion — an experience designed to be savored at a relaxed, local pace.

Luis is a native of San Sebastian and has been in the tourism industry for many years. This is a unique culinary experience, where you will enjoy local food and drink tastings, then cook and eat together at a secret gastronomic society - a members only private club. Your experience begins in the historic old town with a visit to a wine cellar. Next you will visit 3 pintxo bars, where you will sample pinxtos - the Basque style of tapas. After your food tour, you will accompany Luis to Basque Gastronomic Society. At the club, Luis will demonstrate how to cook fresh, seasonal fish, before you sit down to eat along with other fellow members (present at the club). • Private food tour with a passionate local - best way to experience San Sebastian • Enjoy an evening of food, drink, stories and laughter, unlike anything you've done before! • Food and drink tastings at a wine cellar, pintxo bars and a secret gastronomic club • Vegetarian options available

Discover the heart of Basque wine culture with a guided tour of a traditional Txakoli Winery and the charming coastal town of Getaria. From San Sebastian, you will venture towards Getaria, a picturesque fishing village renowned for its fine fish restaurants, being the birthplace of Juan Sebastian Elcano (the Basque sailor who completed the first voyage around the world), the famous fashion designer Cristobal Balenciaga, and, of course, Txakoli Wine. After discovering Getaria, we will head to a family-run Txakoli Winery to learn about the unique production process of Txakoli. Start with a stroll through lush Txakoli vineyards overlooking the sea and immerse yourself in the world of Txakoli inside the winery. After the winery visit, we will enjoy a tasting of this crisp, lightly sparkling white wine paired with local specialties. This half day tour offers the perfect blend of wine, history, and breathtaking scenery.

The Basque Country is renowned for its fine wines and gourmet cuisine, and a private tour offers a more personalized tasting experience. On this full-day tour from San Sebastián, sample Basque Cheese at a farm in Idiazabal, enjoy lunch at a fish restaurant in Getaria, and visit a Txakoli winery for a guided tasting of the famous sparkling wine.

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.

Dig into San Sebastian's legendary gourmet scene with a private pintxos and wine tour. Stroll through the medieval Old Town with a personal guide to learn a brief history of the city, stopping along the way at some of the best pintxos bars to taste a variety of the intricate, bite-sized Basque tapas. Bring out the rich regional flavors with a selection of Spanish and Basque wine pairings as you learn to order and eat just like a local.

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.

Discover the secrets that hide this part of the wild coast of Gipuzkoa. Get to know some of the small towns, like Guetaria where Juan Sebastian Elcano was born, the first man in going around the world and where txakoli, local white wine, is currently produced. Enjoy the wonderful views towards the coast or visit Zumaia, the village where some of the chapters of Game of Thrones or the well-known Spanish film Eight Basque Surnames have been filmed, as well as contemplating the wonderful geological phenomenon of the Flysch, where you can learn about the history of the evolution of the land during the last 120 million years.