Unique things to do in Gipuzkoa

As we tour the neighborhoods surrounding the picturesque historic district, we will eat the food that has made San Sebastian the culinary capital of the world. We will pass some of the city's main attractions and teach you about the city's history and fascinating Basque culture. You will experience both the traditional pintxo culture and the avant-garde culinary scene. This experience will be an authentic look at Basque gastronomic culture and the important role that it plays in daily life. We will try 6+ spectacular pintxos each paired with a local drink from 3-4 different establishments. We will create a custom pintxo tour for you, based on your personal preferences, and teach you how to identify and order the best pintxos on your own. Come experience San Sebastian's gastronomic scene. Blow your mind with the best food in the world. The tour will last approximately 4.5 hours. Other things to note We will experience the BEST pintxos in San Sebastian! The tour is molded after a Michelin star menu. That said, we will not be visiting a Michelin star restaurant because they do not serve pintxos.

• This is a foodie immersion in real, ordinary San Sebastian. Get a real sense of community, and understand what life's like here. Eat as you learn about local history and culture. I work with a small but mighty team of amazing guides who also love food, this city and will make you feel at home. • For every person who joins, we donate a meal to the local soup kitchen that feeds people who live on the streets. You Eat One you Feed One! • 3hr walking, where there's mostly eating and less than 10 mins-walk between each stop. • We’ll go to 5 specially selected stops within 2 different neighbourhoods. • You'll indulge and learn all about the unique culinary tradition of going out for pintxos! Pintxos pronounced 'pin-choss', are different from tapas and are a way of socializing in Basque culture here. We'll show you how to navigate the local food scene. So you can feel confident doing it on your own, and eat & drink the best the city has to offer. • This is a tour for people who genuinely travel for food. Who want to get immersed in the culture, give back and have fun! *Minimum 2 people, please :) *Private tours also available! • No trip to San Sebastian is complete without a full-on pintxos experience! Things to note: Yes to pescetarians & vegetarians if you let me know in advance. Unfortunately unable to guarantee cross-contamination may not occur for major food allergies.

-Please check "Ama Ur cooking studio". -I´ll show you ingredients from traditional Basque gastronomy and we will locate them geographically in the territory of the seven Basque provinces, so you can tour the Basque Country through its gastronomic culture. -We will cook and taste 6 of the most famous Pintxos of San Sebastián´s bars, while I tell you their stories, secrets and tips so you can cook like a local chef. They will be 6 bite "Basque tapas" that will include local ingredients as fish, pork, cheese, eggs, dairy products and vegetables. Dessert will include the original recipe of "the best Cheesecake in the World", from "La Viña" bar. It is possible to adapt the 6 pintxos for vegetarians, but because most of the ingredients in our culture are of animal origin, it is not a course suitable for vegans. Sorry. -We will set up a little stand with different props for you to take beautiful photographs of the Pintxos you've prepared, so you can share your experience and new knowledge with family and friends. Cook like a local !! Other things to note The class I offer is dynamic. You, traveller, will cook your own Pintxos with my help. The most important thing is to arrive hungry for cooking, learning, enjoying and getting your hands dirty!!

What do you get when you mash up history, art, and culture, add a sprinkling of beaches and palaces, and mix it all up with some Basque charm on two wheels? The best San Sebastián bike tour ever, that’s what! Give your brain a workout along with your legs and learn all about San Seb while riding the city’s fabulous bike trails. Biking Tour of San Sebastián Highlights Get the best views of San Sebastián from the seat of a bike Ride along some of the 30 kilometres of bike paths throughout the city (2.5hours) Explore one of San Sebastián’s oldest and most authentic neighbourhoods Head to beaches loved by locals and check out the raging surf scene Become an expert on the history and culture of San Sebastián and the Basque Country Other things to note Check out private prices, if you do not find ability please contact us and we will arrange it.Our bikes are disinfected before and after each use. We provide latex gloves if you wish, also helmets. Our E-Bikes also run as traditional push bikes.

Embark from the heart of the city and enjoy the sunset from views only the sea can offer you, aboard a 20 meter classic sailboat. You can take a dip in the famous waters of La Concha Bay and enjoy having a drink on board. After relaxing in the bay, we will set sail powered by more than a 188 m2 sail and coast through the waters that surround the city, admiring a sunset that will stay in the mind’s eye for a long time. Other things to note The sailboat is large, comfortable and suitable for anyone. I will pick you up in the heart of the city and after sharing our story, we will end up in the same place we started.

We will meet at 7 am, in the old town. After a briefing, we will go to the balconies of an apartment located in the MERCADERES street and LA CURVA de la ESTAFETA (more details provided after booking) to enjoy and understand the Running from a Balcony. I will give you all the information you need, so that you will not miss any detail of what happens in the street. While we wait and while we enjoy the event, I will explain you the historical details and will provide you information and many other details to understand our traditions, our culture, etc. You will understand everything during and after the running event. Includes: VIP balcony, local guide and breakfast. Hours from 7 am to 08:30 am (approx.). Once the event is finished, I will lead you back to our meeting point. Feel free to contact me for any other information you may need. ***Tripods Are Not Allowed***

I will meet you at number 2, Bengoetxea street in Donostia-San Sebastian. We will visit first of all Igartubeiti, a 16th century farmhouse and then continue to one of our Cider Houses for a tour of the apple orchard and the other parts of the cellar. This visit will include a cider tasting session, both from the bottle and the barrel. After that, you will enjoy a traditional cider house menu.

A las 7h estareis en mi en calle Santodomingo. En el apartamento te ofrecere un desayuno donde podras degustar una variedad de productos navarros. Veremos a los corredores cantar desde el balcon al Santo San fermin y tras esto, podras ver el encierro. Tras terminar, os informare sobre la historia de los Sanfermines y sobre nuestra cultura

DIVE INTO THE PINTXO REVOLUTION with an epic feast of 10 mouthwatering bites and 5 chill drinks—enough to keep your belly smiling. A MUST for your kickoff day in San Sebastian! Join the ultimate foodie adventure with Arantxa and Jon from @EARRA.TOURS—proud Basques, local foodies, and your fearless guides. Passion runs through our veins! CHECK: Morning tours age limit: over 8 years old Evening Tours age limit: just Adults For younger than 9 we suggest to do a private tour to personalize your experience to the max. What's on the menu besides the 5 stellar pintxos and 5 top-notch Basque drinks (Rioja wine, txakoli, local cider, and sodas): - STROLL THROUGH THE MARKET for olive, olive oil, and Gilda tastings (except on lazy weekends and holidays at noon, when we go all out with 5 rounds of pintxos). - IBERICO HAM TASTING for a crash course in hamology. - A peek into our TRADITIONS & HISTORY. - Savor the pintxo r-evolution of recent years. - Hit up legit, timeless hangouts. - Quick city tour: juicy local stories while we wander. - Sneaky tips to level up your pintxo game. - Cool historical tales. - Tailored tips for your stay. Let us be your GPS to the best spots, teach you the art of finding 'em, and spill the beans on how to devour 'em. Your pintxo perception will do a 180 from day one of vacay. Satisfaction? Nah, you're in for a full-blown foodie fiesta!

Get ready to sweat a bit while touring San Sebastian. Our mission will be to reach the Castillo de la Mota that is located on the top of Mount Urgull. To do this we will first run through parts of the city in and out of the tourist routes. We will meet outside of San Telmo museum to and start warming up as we pass through the streets of the old part of the city. We will accelerate the pace by running along the Urumea river towards Cristina Enea park. We will continue our tour passing the Good Shepherd church and we will go up to the Miramar palace and then return by the bay of La Concha to the old part where we will find the small and charismatic port of San Sebastian before the ascent by one of the slopes that will take us to the top of Mount Urgull. Along the way we will make stops at different points and while we take a breath I will tell you about San Sebastian and of course you can take spectacular photos of the views we will have. The last stop will be at the top of Mt. Urgull, 123 m high, where we will arrive triumphantly at Castillo de la Mota, now converted into a museum House of History (Free admission - Open every day 11 am to 8 pm). Here we will conclude our mission. Other things to note Routes between 10k and 5k apox to select according to the level of the participants. Get to know San Sebastian while burning calories. So then you can enjoy some pintxos without regrets. The route has plans, slopes and steps depending on the level of the group we will select routes and step.

As we tour the neighborhoods surrounding the picturesque historic district, we will eat the food that has made San Sebastian the culinary capital of the world. We will pass some of the city's main attractions and teach you about the city's history and fascinating Basque culture. You will experience both the traditional pintxo culture and the avant-garde culinary scene. This experience will be an authentic look at Basque gastronomic culture and the important role that it plays in daily life. We will try 6+ spectacular pintxos each paired with a local drink from 3-4 different establishments. We will create a custom pintxo tour for you, based on your personal preferences, and teach you how to identify and order the best pintxos on your own. Come experience San Sebastian's gastronomic scene. Blow your mind with the best food in the world. The tour will last approximately 4.5 hours. Other things to note We will experience the BEST pintxos in San Sebastian! The tour is molded after a Michelin star menu. That said, we will not be visiting a Michelin star restaurant because they do not serve pintxos.

Join us for an unforgettable hiking experience as we explore the majestic Mount Ulia. This isn’t just a hike; it's a personal journey tailored to immerse you in the local culture and stunning landscapes of this region. Our journey starts in Gros with a quick coffee to energize us before we catch a bus to the historic town of Pasaia. As we walk through its picturesque port streets, the past comes alive, setting the stage for our ascent. As we ascend the serene trails of Mount Ulia, expect a beautiful path that promises panoramic views and tranquil moments. The hike is designed to accommodate both novice and experienced hikers, ensuring everyone can enjoy the journey at a comfortable pace. Along the way, I'll share stories of the area's rich history and unique ecology, making this more than just a physical trek—it’s a deep dive into the heart of Basque heritage. We’ll conclude our hike at the beautiful Zurriola Beach in San Sebastián. This experience is crafted to be personal and intimate, ensuring you leave with not just photos, but with stories and memories. Join us and discover the hidden treasures of San Sebastián through the eyes of a local!

Experience the "Txotx!" ritual, taste natural Basque cider and take a trip back to our origins! Would you like to enjoy a cider house but you don’t know how to get to one? This tour is the solution. We will pick you up in San Sebastian so that you can learn, with the help of our guide, the secrets of this thousand-year-old drink very closely linked to the Basque Country and its culture and gastronomy. You will visit the apple orchards, the cider-making areas, the cellars and, naturally, you will taste natural home-made cider as we Basques do: in the bottle and directly from the barrel through the ritual of "Txotx". ¡Txoootx! is a call to taste natural cider directly from the barrels while you enjoy a traditional cider house menu. Through the ritual of "Txotx" you will taste cider from different barrels in the cellar of our cider house while you enjoy a traditional cider house menu. You will have free time to enjoy the delicious cider house menu.

• This is a foodie immersion in real, ordinary San Sebastian. Get a real sense of community, and understand what life's like here. Eat as you learn about local history and culture. I work with a small but mighty team of amazing guides who also love food, this city and will make you feel at home. • For every person who joins, we donate a meal to the local soup kitchen that feeds people who live on the streets. You Eat One you Feed One! • 3hr walking, where there's mostly eating and less than 10 mins-walk between each stop. • We’ll go to 5 specially selected stops within 2 different neighbourhoods. • You'll indulge and learn all about the unique culinary tradition of going out for pintxos! Pintxos pronounced 'pin-choss', are different from tapas and are a way of socializing in Basque culture here. We'll show you how to navigate the local food scene. So you can feel confident doing it on your own, and eat & drink the best the city has to offer. • This is a tour for people who genuinely travel for food. Who want to get immersed in the culture, give back and have fun! *Minimum 2 people, please :) *Private tours also available! • No trip to San Sebastian is complete without a full-on pintxos experience! Things to note: Yes to pescetarians & vegetarians if you let me know in advance. Unfortunately unable to guarantee cross-contamination may not occur for major food allergies.

-Please check "Ama Ur cooking studio". -I´ll show you ingredients from traditional Basque gastronomy and we will locate them geographically in the territory of the seven Basque provinces, so you can tour the Basque Country through its gastronomic culture. -We will cook and taste 6 of the most famous Pintxos of San Sebastián´s bars, while I tell you their stories, secrets and tips so you can cook like a local chef. They will be 6 bite "Basque tapas" that will include local ingredients as fish, pork, cheese, eggs, dairy products and vegetables. Dessert will include the original recipe of "the best Cheesecake in the World", from "La Viña" bar. It is possible to adapt the 6 pintxos for vegetarians, but because most of the ingredients in our culture are of animal origin, it is not a course suitable for vegans. Sorry. -We will set up a little stand with different props for you to take beautiful photographs of the Pintxos you've prepared, so you can share your experience and new knowledge with family and friends. Cook like a local !! Other things to note The class I offer is dynamic. You, traveller, will cook your own Pintxos with my help. The most important thing is to arrive hungry for cooking, learning, enjoying and getting your hands dirty!!

We'll explore the San Sebastian coast and it's amazing cliffs on board my exclusive Yacht called Getari. Get ready to feel the sea, relax, sunbath and swim in my favorite hidden spot. We will leave the harbour and head East by paseo Nuevo and the Kursaal cubes to the virgin cliffs only visible from the sea, it's a beautiful spot, well worth the journey, and it's the perfect place to stop for a swim. We will continue on to Pasajes bay, a stunning natural harbour with a breath taking natural entrance and then make our way back to San Sebastian. Enjoy the Cantabrian sea from the comfort of my exclusive Yacht, 2 solariums, hot showers, a full equipped kitchen with a fridge for your drinks plus myself, a seasoned sailer who will do most of the sailing. Be ready to discover the stunning Basque coast from the sea in a unique Yacht. Otros aspectos destacables Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time as we need to meet all and then get into the Yacht. If you tend to get sick, take biodramina pill against sea sickness one hour prior to departure.

We’ll be having pintxos in some of the most known spots with the locals. We will explore the neighborhood where the locals usually go out for pintxos and drinks. Normally every Pintxo Bar has it’s specialty, a “must”, and I’ve personally selected the specialties from each bar. We will enjoy and appreciate the best of the Basque Country and its unique gastronomy in a few bites. Every bar we’ll be going to has been awarded a prize for that particular pintxo that we will try, so quality is guaranteed!

What do you get when you mash up history, art, and culture, add a sprinkling of beaches and palaces, and mix it all up with some Basque charm on two wheels? The best San Sebastián bike tour ever, that’s what! Give your brain a workout along with your legs and learn all about San Seb while riding the city’s fabulous bike trails. Biking Tour of San Sebastián Highlights Get the best views of San Sebastián from the seat of a bike Ride along some of the 30 kilometres of bike paths throughout the city (2.5hours) Explore one of San Sebastián’s oldest and most authentic neighbourhoods Head to beaches loved by locals and check out the raging surf scene Become an expert on the history and culture of San Sebastián and the Basque Country Other things to note Check out private prices, if you do not find ability please contact us and we will arrange it.Our bikes are disinfected before and after each use. We provide latex gloves if you wish, also helmets. Our E-Bikes also run as traditional push bikes.

5 min from Old Town it extends Gros, a cosmopolitan dynamic neighbourhood that looks out over the Cantabric sea through Zurriola Beach and which has become one of the liveliest districts in town thanks to its many pintxos bars, terraces, surf and charming shops. I'm always excited to show people how wonderful my city is and how food has shaped our culture. Be my guest in this gluttonous, fun gastronomic adventure where i share my particular view on the art of having pintxos. An experience to discover new tastes and approach to the local people and the culture that we so proudly keep alive. Are you really looking to engage in the local culture & gastronomy? These are the moments when you will feel truly connected to the soul of Basque Country, eating and drinking the best pintxos and wines that only an insider can show you. An unique gastronomic stroll on smells, tastes, textures and anecdotes that will make you feel like an authentic basque. Aupa! Advisory: This is an authentic experience that will leave you full from belly and soul. You will support local businesses. You will try only quality best secret bites, loved by locals and overlooked by visitors. /of course, u did not know they existed!/

Minimum of 2 people is needed to make the tour possible. Hey there! Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Secure your spot for two on "The Basque Immersion," a stroll along the Way of Saint James that's not just a tour—it's an experience! Perfect for all ages. Here's the plan: 8:50 AM: Hop on a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Zarautz (just 30 minutes). - Wander through a natural reserve and along the beach. - Explore the old part with its monuments and intriguing legends. - Visit the local market, munching on fresh bread, Idiazabal cheese, apple jelly, and cider (all included). - Hike up the Roman path of the Camino de Santiago, pausing at the 1913 Torreón for breathtaking views and fresh air. - Tasting at a family Txakoli winery, savoring quality txakolis paired with local treats like tuna or anchovies. - Journey for an hour to Getaria, a medieval fishing town renowned for txakoli and grilled fish. - 2:15 PM: After the adventure, choose to return to Donostia-San Sebastián by public bus with me or stay in Getaria (highly recommended). Born and raised in this village, We've got plenty to show you—our traditions, historical tales, and the beauty of the Basque coast. Ready to dive in? Let's roll!