Basque Country Travel Planning – Hotels, Itineraries & Local Expertise
The Basque Country
A Land of Culture, Nature & Premium Experiences
Planning a trip to the Basque Country can quickly become overwhelming. Where should you stay between Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz? How many days are really needed in each destination? Which restaurants are truly local and which ones are tourist traps?
This is where my Basque Country travel planning service makes a real difference.
I help travelers design a smooth, well balanced journey across the French and Spanish Basque Country, based on local knowledge, honest advice and years of experience guiding guests on the ground.
Why Choose Basque Country Travel Planning
This service is designed for travelers spending several days in the region, often up to one week, who want more than generic online recommendations.
As a local guide based in the Basque Country, I work closely with my clients to:
structure their itinerary between Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and inland villages
decide how many days to spend in each destination
choose hotels that truly match their travel style and expectations
recommend authentic restaurants, from local favorites to refined dining
create a logical and enjoyable flow between France and Spain
Every travel plan is customized. There is no template and no copy paste itinerary.
Recommended Duration by City in the Basque Country
Recommended Duration by City in the Basque Country
Recommended Duration by City in the Basque Country
Travelers often struggle to decide how many days to spend in each destination in the Basque Country. In general:
Bilbao: 2–3 days to explore the city, art, architecture and surrounding coastal towns like Getxo, Gaztelugatxe and Guernika.
San Sebastián: 3–4 days to enjoy beaches, pintxos culture, Old Town and nearby hidden gems as Pasaia and Tolosa.
Biarritz: 5–6 days for coastal charm, inland villages, beach et surf culture, history and gastronomy.
Your customized travel plan can adjust these recommendations based on your interests and pace.
Private luxury transfers — comfort, convenience, exclusivity
Local bilingual guide (French & English), Basque Country specialist
Hand-picked exclusive venues: wine estates, seaside villas, secret villages
Immersive activities: surf, Basque pelota, artisan visits, hiking, gastronomy
France & Spain included — one seamless cross-border experience
What is included in my Basque Country travel planning
The travel planning service typically includes:
hotel recommendations tailored to your budget and travel style
restaurant selection focused on authentic Basque cuisine
advice on how many days to spend in Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz
itinerary structure for multi day trips across France and Spain
local tips you will not find in blogs or generic travel guides
assistance organizing transfers, tours and guided days
All recommendations are based on real local experience, not sponsored lists.
Unique Advantages of
The Basque Way
Exclusive access to authentic experiences and family-owned places not found online.
Trilingual guidance (EN / FR / ES) to ensure smooth communication and deep connection with locals.
Adapted to all audiences — couples, families, corporate groups, seniors, or VIP travelers.
Flexible scheduling — half-day, full-day, or multi-day tours.
Premium service — luxury van, refreshments, and personalized recommendations.
Unique Advantages
of
The Basque Way
Exclusive access to authentic experiences and family-owned places not found online.
Trilingual guidance (EN / FR / ES) to ensure smooth communication and deep connection with locals.
Adapted to all audiences — couples, families, corporate groups, seniors, or VIP travelers.
Flexible scheduling — half-day, full-day, or multi-day tours.
Premium service — luxury van, refreshments, and personalized recommendations.
Travel planning combined with private tours and transfers
Travel planning combined with private tours and transfers
Travel planning combined with private tours and transfers
What makes The Basque Way unique is the combination of travel planning and on the ground guiding.
This travel planning service is offered as a complimentary added value for clients who book at least three days of private tours or transfers with me.
This allows me to:
design your itinerary before arrival
then guide you personally during key days of your trip
ensure full continuity between planning and real experiences
For travelers, this means one single local contact from the first idea to the last day of the journey.
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Destinations covered
Destinations covered
Destinations covered
Travel planning is available for itineraries including:
Fisherman villages as Getaria, Zarautz, and Basque traditional cities as Pamplona and Bayonne
Cross border itineraries between France and Spain
I also advise on transfers and travel days between Bordeaux, Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz when relevant.
Private luxury transfers — comfort, convenience, exclusivity
Local bilingual guide (French & English), Basque Country specialist
Hand-picked exclusive venues: wine estates, seaside villas, secret villages
Immersive activities: surf, Basque pelota, artisan visits, hiking, gastronomy
France & Spain included — one seamless cross-border experience
Why travelers choose my travel planning service
Travelers choose this service because:
they want advice from a real local, not generic online content
they value honest recommendations and cultural insight
they want to optimize their time in the Basque Country
they prefer a smooth, stress free planning process
they appreciate having one trusted contact for their entire trip
For many clients, travel planning becomes the foundation of their entire Basque Country experience.
Unique Advantages of
The Basque Way
Exclusive access to authentic experiences and family-owned places not found online.
Trilingual guidance (EN / FR / ES) to ensure smooth communication and deep connection with locals.
Adapted to all audiences — couples, families, corporate groups, seniors, or VIP travelers.
Flexible scheduling — half-day, full-day, or multi-day tours.
Premium service — luxury van, refreshments, and personalized recommendations.
Unique Advantages
of
The Basque Way
FAQ
Exclusive access to authentic experiences and family-owned places not found online.
Trilingual guidance (EN / FR / ES) to ensure smooth communication and deep connection with locals.
Adapted to all audiences — couples, families, corporate groups, seniors, or VIP travelers.
Flexible scheduling — half-day, full-day, or multi-day tours.
Premium service — luxury van, refreshments, and personalized recommendations.
Best Time to Visit the Basque Country
The Basque Country is beautiful year-round, but many travelers prefer June to September for warmer weather, outdoor dining and seaside activities. Shoulder seasons like May and October offer quieter experiences with great cultural access.
FAQ
What is Basque Country travel planning and how does it work?
Basque Country travel planning is a personalized service designed to help travelers organize their entire trip across the region. Instead of relying on generic online itineraries, you receive local advice on where to stay, how many days to spend in each destination, which restaurants are truly worth it, and how to structure your journey between Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and surrounding villages. Everything is adapted to your travel style, interests and pace.
Who is this travel planning service designed for?
This service is ideal for travelers spending several days in the Basque Country, typically up to one week, who want local insight and a smooth itinerary. It is especially popular with American travelers visiting the region for the first time, couples, families, and travelers who value authenticity, comfort and cultural depth over rushed sightseeing.
Can you help plan a one week itinerary in the Basque Country?
Yes, one week itineraries are among the most common requests. I help clients decide how to balance their time between Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz, while also including inland villages and lesser known areas. The goal is to avoid overloading the schedule while still experiencing the diversity of the Basque Country.
Do you recommend hotels and restaurants as part of the travel planning?
Yes. I provide concrete hotel and restaurant recommendations based on your budget, travel style and expectations. Hotel advice focuses on location, atmosphere and value, while restaurant recommendations prioritize authentic Basque cuisine, local favorites and high quality dining experiences rather than tourist driven spots.
How do I get started with Basque Country travel planning?
The process begins with a short consultation where we discuss your travel dates, preferences, and priorities. Based on that, I build a detailed itinerary, hotel and restaurant suggestions, and route plans. If you book three days of tours or transfers, travel planning becomes part of your full service experience.
Can you plan trips that combine France and Spain?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Can the private transfer be done in other directions or from different cities?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Is this service suitable for first time visitors to the Basque Country?
Yes, it is particularly well suited for first time visitors. The Basque Country has a strong identity and many hidden places that are not easy to understand without local context. Travel planning helps first time travelers make informed choices and experience the region beyond the most obvious destinations.
How is this different from using online guides or travel blogs?
Unlike blogs or generic travel guides, this service is fully personalized and based on real local experience. Recommendations are not sponsored and are adapted to your specific trip. You also benefit from direct exchanges, the ability to ask questions, and adjustments based on your preferences, something static online content cannot offer.
What is Basque Country travel planning and how does it work?
Basque Country travel planning is a personalized service designed to help travelers organize their entire trip across the region. Instead of relying on generic online itineraries, you receive local advice on where to stay, how many days to spend in each destination, which restaurants are truly worth it, and how to structure your journey between Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and surrounding villages. Everything is adapted to your travel style, interests and pace.
Who is this travel planning service designed for?
This service is ideal for travelers spending several days in the Basque Country, typically up to one week, who want local insight and a smooth itinerary. It is especially popular with American travelers visiting the region for the first time, couples, families, and travelers who value authenticity, comfort and cultural depth over rushed sightseeing.
Can you help plan a one week itinerary in the Basque Country?
Yes, one week itineraries are among the most common requests. I help clients decide how to balance their time between Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz, while also including inland villages and lesser known areas. The goal is to avoid overloading the schedule while still experiencing the diversity of the Basque Country.
Do you recommend hotels and restaurants as part of the travel planning?
Yes. I provide concrete hotel and restaurant recommendations based on your budget, travel style and expectations. Hotel advice focuses on location, atmosphere and value, while restaurant recommendations prioritize authentic Basque cuisine, local favorites and high quality dining experiences rather than tourist driven spots.
How do I get started with Basque Country travel planning?
The process begins with a short consultation where we discuss your travel dates, preferences, and priorities. Based on that, I build a detailed itinerary, hotel and restaurant suggestions, and route plans. If you book three days of tours or transfers, travel planning becomes part of your full service experience.
Can you plan trips that combine France and Spain?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Can the private transfer be done in other directions or from different cities?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Is this service suitable for first time visitors to the Basque Country?
Yes, it is particularly well suited for first time visitors. The Basque Country has a strong identity and many hidden places that are not easy to understand without local context. Travel planning helps first time travelers make informed choices and experience the region beyond the most obvious destinations.
How is this different from using online guides or travel blogs?
Unlike blogs or generic travel guides, this service is fully personalized and based on real local experience. Recommendations are not sponsored and are adapted to your specific trip. You also benefit from direct exchanges, the ability to ask questions, and adjustments based on your preferences, something static online content cannot offer.
What is Basque Country travel planning and how does it work?
Basque Country travel planning is a personalized service designed to help travelers organize their entire trip across the region. Instead of relying on generic online itineraries, you receive local advice on where to stay, how many days to spend in each destination, which restaurants are truly worth it, and how to structure your journey between Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and surrounding villages. Everything is adapted to your travel style, interests and pace.
Who is this travel planning service designed for?
This service is ideal for travelers spending several days in the Basque Country, typically up to one week, who want local insight and a smooth itinerary. It is especially popular with American travelers visiting the region for the first time, couples, families, and travelers who value authenticity, comfort and cultural depth over rushed sightseeing.
Can you help plan a one week itinerary in the Basque Country?
Yes, one week itineraries are among the most common requests. I help clients decide how to balance their time between Bilbao, San Sebastián and Biarritz, while also including inland villages and lesser known areas. The goal is to avoid overloading the schedule while still experiencing the diversity of the Basque Country.
Do you recommend hotels and restaurants as part of the travel planning?
Yes. I provide concrete hotel and restaurant recommendations based on your budget, travel style and expectations. Hotel advice focuses on location, atmosphere and value, while restaurant recommendations prioritize authentic Basque cuisine, local favorites and high quality dining experiences rather than tourist driven spots.
How do I get started with Basque Country travel planning?
The process begins with a short consultation where we discuss your travel dates, preferences, and priorities. Based on that, I build a detailed itinerary, hotel and restaurant suggestions, and route plans. If you book three days of tours or transfers, travel planning becomes part of your full service experience.
Can you plan trips that combine France and Spain?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Can the private transfer be done in other directions or from different cities?
Absolutely. Cross border itineraries are a key part of my work. I regularly plan journeys that combine the Spanish and French Basque Country, including Bilbao, San Sebastián, Biarritz and coastal or inland villages on both sides of the border. Travel planning ensures a logical flow and smooth transitions between countries.
Is this service suitable for first time visitors to the Basque Country?
Yes, it is particularly well suited for first time visitors. The Basque Country has a strong identity and many hidden places that are not easy to understand without local context. Travel planning helps first time travelers make informed choices and experience the region beyond the most obvious destinations.
How is this different from using online guides or travel blogs?
Unlike blogs or generic travel guides, this service is fully personalized and based on real local experience. Recommendations are not sponsored and are adapted to your specific trip. You also benefit from direct exchanges, the ability to ask questions, and adjustments based on your preferences, something static online content cannot offer.