Basque Country, Spain

Explore the Basque Country

Eight days. No tourist traps. No checked boxes. Just the real thing.

Itinerary

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The Basque Country is one of the world’s great food and wine destinations, but the best of it is not on the standard tourist map. It lives in the local bars that do not have signs in English, in the wineries that do not advertise, in the village festivals where the music and the cider have not changed in centuries.

OCT 25th

Bilbao

Arrive and settle in without rush, easing into the rhythm of the Basque Country. A private transfer brings you from Bilbao airport to your hotel, followed by a relaxed walk through the city for your first taste of local life and culture. The day ends with a welcome meal—lunch or dinner, depending on your arrival—marking the start of the journey.

OCT 26th

Txakoli Country & Gernika

Experience a day that happens only once a year, blending friendly competition and deep-rooted tradition. Start at a txakoli winery where teams craft their own wines, then head to Gernika—the symbolic heart of the Basque Country—for the vibrant Último Lunes de Octubre, filled with markets, music, dance, and authentic festival spirit, topped off with lunch at a local restaurant.

OCT 27th

Bilbao

Discover Bilbao from the inside, where local culture comes alive beyond the surface. Experience traditional Jai Alai at a neighborhood frontón, enjoy pintxos in authentic bars off the tourist path, and explore the iconic Guggenheim Museum that transformed the city.

OCT 28th

Mundaka, Urdaibai & Bermeo

Explore a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve by sea, where sandbanks and green hills unfold on a scenic boat ride through the Urdaibai estuary, arriving in Bermeo as fishermen have for centuries. Wander the old port, experience the daily fish market rhythm, and enjoy a fresh local lunch in this authentic coastal town.

OCT 29th

Rioja Alavesa

Journey from the green coast to the golden vineyards of Rioja Alavesa, where a scenic drive leads to the medieval village of Laguardia. Explore its historic streets, visit a renowned winery for a guided tasting, and enjoy lamb chops grilled over vine shoots in the vineyard, paired with wine poured the traditional way from a porrón.

OCT 30th

Monte Igueld to San Sebastián

Arrive in San Sebastián the most memorable way—on foot from Monte Igueldo, with sweeping views of the bay unfolding as you descend. Settle into a centrally located 4-star hotel, then explore the city through its neighborhoods with a guided pintxos and wine experience.

OCT 31st

San Sebastián

Start the day at your own pace with the freedom to choose your adventure—whether surfing, paddleboarding, or joining a hands-on Basque cooking class with a local chef. Then come together for lunch at one of San Sebastián’s top spots, followed by a relaxed afternoon to explore the city as you wish.

NOV 1st

Agur

End your journey with a shared farewell breakfast before a private transfer to Bilbao airport. In the Basque Country, they don’t say goodbye but agur—a farewell filled with the hope that you’ll return, knowing this is only the beginning of a story you’ll carry home.

Unscripted

Live the Basque Country, Not Just Visit It

Travel from Bilbao to San Sebastián through coastal landscapes and vineyard valleys, uncovering insider experiences along the way—private tastings, seaside walks, lively pintxos bars, and unforgettable meals rooted in tradition. With a flexible itinerary that adapts to the moment, this is more than a trip—it’s a story you’ll be telling long after you return.

“You could make the argument that there’s no better place to eat in Europe than the city of San Sebastián. There are more Michelin-starred restaurants per capita here than anywhere on earth. The love of food, the insistence on the very best ingredients, is fundamental to the culture—and to life here.”
— Anthony Bourdain

Join us now and experience the Basque Country the way it was meant to be lived.

Authentic

The biggest adventure you can take

Discover a side of Northern Spain few travelers ever see—where world-class food, hidden wineries, and centuries-old traditions come together in a journey shaped by local connections, not tourist maps. From crafting your own wine at a countryside txakoli estate to celebrating alongside locals at Gernika’s legendary festival, every moment is immersive, authentic, and alive with Basque culture.