Top Basque Country Sightseeing Tours in 2026 - page 4

For the early risers amongst you the Sunrise SUP (stand up paddle board) private trip is a very special time to be on the water, with perfect glassy conditions and nobody around. Paddle board as the sun comes up and see San Sebastian from the sea. La Concha is a famous, picture postcard, natural bay right in the heart of the city. It`s surrounded by two white-sand beaches overlooked by Santa Clara Island. While the city's still sleeping we’ll will take you on a magical mystery tour, tailor-made to suit your level, stopping off for dips with a pit-stop on the island and breakfast. It's an incredible way to start the day. (We tend to get booked up quickly for this tour so please reserve as far in advance as possible)

Make the most of a travel day with a private transfer from Bilbao to San Sebastian that takes you along the Basque Coast. Instead of driving directly between the cities and missing out on the attractions en route, you’ll enjoy a sightseeing tour as you go. Admire the coastal views, the fishing villages, and the island fortress of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, among other attractions.

Discover one of Bilbao’s most important cultural landmarks—and enjoy an immersive, personalized sightseeing experience—on this private tour of the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. Meet your guide right outside the museum, and head inside with your skip-the-line tickets. Once in the galleries, you’ll have the opportunity to view masterpieces by artists the likes of Goya, Ribera, and more, all while learning from your guide’s narration.

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.

Go beyond the beaten path and discover a side of the Basque Country that many first-time visitors miss on a tour of coastal highlights from Bilbao. See the intriguing industrial areas that propelled Bilbao into prosperity and visit the Transporter Bridge of Bizkaia and the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage. Visit the quaint coastal villages that pepper the Basque Coast and learn more about local culture than you would if exploring alone.

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.

Immerse yourself in San Sebastian's culinary culture on this private tasting tour. Led by an expert guide, explore the Old Town's narrow streets and discover the authentic taste of San Sebastian savoring local pintxos and wines. Enjoy a combination of Basque food, Spanish wines, and the stunning backdrop of La Concha Beach.

Book this private tour to get the inside scoop on all things Rioja. Your guide will organize visits to several wineries where you’ll meet the proprietors and learn all about how rioja is produced. Besides learning, you’ll also be tasting. You’ll get to try several wines at each winery, and also relax over a local lunch. Don’t worry about driving, since you’ll have a driver who will get you safely back to your hotel.

Ideal for traveling wine lovers, this private tour from San Sebastian sees you tasting a range of top Rioja wines. Visit Haro, Laguardia, two boutique wineries, and the famous Marques de Riscal winery, all with a designated driver to handle local traffic for you. Enjoy local homemade food and flexible tastings tailored to your preferences on this intimate wine experience.

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

This private gastronomic adventure in San Sebastian highlights the French side of Basque cuisine. Your guide will take you to several spots including a cheesemaker, cheese and wine pairings, a fishing village, and more as you explore local neighborhoods with just your group.

Make your way from San Sebastian to Bilbao along the Basque Coast on this private transfer. You don’t have to make extra side trips to places like Playa de Zarautz, Getaria Fishing Port, Zumaia, and more. Instead, you stop along the way, making your journey to Bilbao an adventure.

Enjoy a flexible itinerary and personalized attention on this private tour of San Sebastian and the Basque coast. Departing from Bilbao with a guide, you and your private party will explore San Sebastian’s historic center and stroll on the beach. Along the Basque coast, make stops in Zumaia to see the extraordinary flysch rock formations, as well as in Getaria, for a delicious seafood lunch (own expense).

Discover the natural beauty and rich culture of the Basque Country on this private tour to Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, and Hondarribia. Visit beautiful beaches, fishing villages, and a colorful market selling cheeses, charcuterie, and pastries. This private tour offers flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests.

With a seemingly endless variety of classic Basque-country pintxos, or small snacks, to choose from, deciding where to eat in Donostia can be daunting. This guided tour eliminates the guesswork by taking you to tried-and-true establishments known for their high-quality pintxos—and might push you out of your comfort zone to try favorite local varieties. Enjoy a snack and a drink at each while chatting with your guide on this friendly private tour of the city.

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.

Simplify exploring San Sebastian's wine scene with this private wine-tasting experience. Well-suited for travelers looking to take a break from sightseeing whilst still engaging in local culture. Let your guide handle the logistics, itinerary and organization, as you relax and immerse yourself in the experience. Visit four unique wineries with tasting sessions, and enjoy a traditional lunch.

Discover the hidden gems of the Basque Country on this private day tour that showcases coastal views, lush countryside sights, and traditional villages off the usual tourist trail. Opting for a private tour gives you the undivided attention of your driver-guide, and ensures a more personalized experience. Notable sights on the route include Tolosa, the Sanctuary of Loyola, the seaside beauty of Zumaia, and Getaria Fishing Port.

Exclusive Tour max. 8 of 5 hours: 2h guided tour + 2h Gastronomic Walk and we make the difference with a 1h shopping route as well, leaving BILBAO at your feet, never better said. Includes 2 pintxo-pote appetizers (2 Basque tapas + 2 drinks)

Simplify exploring the Rioja wine region from San Sebastián with this private tour. Relax as your guide sorts out the transportation, organization and itinerary, leaving you to fully immerse yourself in the experience as soon as you are collected from your hotel. Visit two wineries for guided tastings, plus enjoy a traditional lunch to round out your tour.

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.

Discover San Sebastian with this walking tour that ends with a Pintxo tasting accompanied by local wine or beer. On this Shared Walking Tour of San Sebastian you will discover one of the most beautiful and elegant cities in northern Spain. We will walk through the Old Town, with its lively streets full of history and local atmosphere, and stop at the emblematic Plaza de la Constitución, ancient heart of Donostrian life. We will walk next to the spectacular Bay of La Concha, undisputed symbol of the city, and we will tour the Romantic Area, where its stately buildings and cosmopolitan air stand out. To cap off the experience, we will enjoy a traditional pintxo accompanied by a drink in a typical bar, the perfect brooch to taste the authentic essence of Donostia. A complete, close and enjoyable tour that combines history, culture and gastronomy to live San Sebastian in a unique way.

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.

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.