An 8-day culinary tour of Spain's Basque Country based in San Sebastián — pintxos tastings, an Idiazabal cheese farm, a Basque cooking masterclass, the Camino de Santiago's coastal stretch, and a day in the Rioja wine region. A private, driver-guided culinary tour of Spain's Basque Country, based in San Sebastián, with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver included throughout. All seven nights of this trip are in San Sebastián, Spain — Day 5 is a day trip along the French Basque coast (Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz) with no overnight stay across the border.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Bilbao Airport, Spain.
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Day 1 — Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián
A coastal drive through Basque villages, with visits to the island monastery of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Zumaia, and Getaria, and lunch at a local restaurant.
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Day 2 — San Sebastián
Free time on the beaches and among the Belle Époque architecture, plus the San Telmo Museum, then a private guided pintxos tour of the old town.
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Day 3 — Mount Hernio & Getaria
A visit to a sheep farm to learn about — and help make — Idiazabal cheese, and a tour of a 16th-century Basque farmhouse with a traditional meal.
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Day 4 — San Sebastián
A market visit with local farmers, followed by a cooking masterclass in Basque specialties such as lobster rice and fish dishes.
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Day 5 — Biarritz & Saint-Jean-de-Luz
A day trip along the French Basque coast — Biarritz and the fishing town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz — before returning to Spain via Hondarribia.
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Day 6 — Camino de Santiago
A 6km coastal stretch of the Camino de Santiago, a boat crossing, and a waterfront lunch in Pasajes.
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Day 7 — Rioja
A full-day wine region tour with boutique wineries, a traditional tapas lunch, and the medieval village of Laguardia.
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Day 8 — San Sebastián to Bilbao Airport
Optional sightseeing in Bilbao before your private transfer to the airport.
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Departure
The trip ends with a private transfer to Bilbao Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Day 5 is a day trip along the French Basque coast — Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz — with lunch and sightseeing, but no overnight stay. All seven nights of this tour are in San Sebastián, Spain.
Yes — this trip runs exclusively for your group, with a private, English-speaking driver for airport and ground transfers throughout.
Yes — door-to-door pickup and a private vehicle and driver are included for every day of this tour.
7 nights' accommodation in double or twin rooms, daily breakfast and select meals per the itinerary, private airport and ground transfers with an English-speaking driver, and activities and admission fees as outlined.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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