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A bustling deli counter with hanging cured meats and a staff member preparing orders behind the counter.

Private Pintxos & Gourmet Walk
in San Sebastián

Enjoy the authentic pintxos experience in San Sebastián with

The Basque Way – a luxury private tour that takes you off the tourist track

and deep into Basque culinary culture.

Enjoy the authentic pintxos experience in San Sebastián with

The Basque Way – a luxury private tour that takes you off the tourist track and deep into Basque culinary culture.

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A bustling deli counter with hanging cured meats and a staff member preparing orders behind the counter.

Private Pintxos & Gourmet Walk in San Sebastián

Enjoy the authentic pintxos experience in San Sebastián with

The Basque Way – a luxury private tour that takes you off the tourist track

and deep into Basque culinary culture.

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What Makes This Pintxos Tour Special

What Makes
This Pintxos Tour Special

What Makes
This Pintxos Tour Special

  • Wander through San Sebastián’s Old Town with a private guide who knows the best pintxo bars.

  • Premium vehicle & private pickup from Biarritz, Bayonne, Saint-Jean-de-Luz or San Sebastián.

  • Fully tailor-made: half-day, full-day or multi-day options to suit your pace.

  • Meet local producers: Basque cheeses, charcuterie, cider, the secret Basque cheesecake.

  • Optional extension to hidden Spanish Basque villages for a complete local immersion.

Who’s It For?

Who’s It For?

Who’s It For?

This tour is ideal for:

  • Upscale travellers looking for a unique food experience.

  • Families or friends groups (1–8 people) wanting comfort, exclusivity and local discovery.

  • Corporate clients seeking an incentive activity around Basque gastronomy.

  • International visitors from USA, UK, Canada seeking premium service and authenticity.

Sample Format

Pickup: private transfer from your location.

  • Visit 2-4 pintxo bars in San Sebastián with top local guidance and drinks.

  • Scenic drive to a Basque village or coastal spot for an artisan tasting.

  • Return in luxury van, optional gourmet dinner at starred restaurant or wine estate.

  • Flexibility: return transfer, next-day brunch or tour extension possible.

A person walks along a seaside pathway, gesturing with one hand, wearing a jacket and casual shoes.
A person walks along a seaside pathway, gesturing with one hand, wearing a jacket and casual shoes.

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.

Client Testimonial

Client Testimonial

“The private pintxos tour with The Basque Way was the highlight of our France-Spain journey – hidden places, amazing food and a guide who truly engaged.” – Emma, Los Angeles

“The private pintxos tour with The Basque Way was the highlight of our France-Spain journey – hidden places, amazing food and a guide who truly engaged.”
– Emma, Los Angeles

Highlights

Included

Discover secret spots in San Sebastian – charming churches, traditional Basque houses, and off-the-beaten-path trails

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Basque countryside – breathtaking mountain views guaranteed

Get insider knowledge from your private local guide – ask anything, enjoy a tailor-made journey

Meet real Basque producers – taste regional wine, cheese, charcuterie and the original Basque Cheescake, known only to locals

If you wish, an exclusive visit of authentic Spanish Basque villages as Hondarribia and Pasaia

Included

Highlight

A personal call or WhatsApp chat after booking – customize your Basque tour to match your wishes

Local and personalized experiences – golf, surf lessons, Basque pelota, mountain biking, quad tours… just ask!

Custom itineraries crafted by Etienne – expert planning and seamless service from start to finish

Skip the lines and avoid tourist traps – enjoy exclusive access to top restaurants and local spots

Not included : Entrance fees, food or drinks not specified above

From 190€ / person

Pick up and drop off of your choice

Transport in premium

vans

Available in half day, full day and multi-days

  • A long counter displays a wide variety of tapas, including seafood, vegetables, and meats. Bottles of alcohol are visible on the shelves behind the counter.
  • A tour group enjoys a wine tasting in a cellar with large wooden barrels.
  • Overhead view of a table with several tapas dishes and two drinks. There are croquettes, a small sandwich, and a bowl of soup or stew.
  • Three red Michelin Guide plaques stacked vertically, displaying the years 2023, 2024, and 2025.
  • A three-story building with flower-filled balconies, people sitting at outdoor tables in front, and a dog lying on the ground.
  • A sunny city street scene, with people walking past buildings with balconies. A church is visible at the end of the street.
  • A long counter displays a wide variety of tapas, including seafood, vegetables, and meats. Bottles of alcohol are visible on the shelves behind the counter.
  • A tour group enjoys a wine tasting in a cellar with large wooden barrels.
  • Overhead view of a table with several tapas dishes and two drinks. There are croquettes, a small sandwich, and a bowl of soup or stew.
  • Three red Michelin Guide plaques stacked vertically, displaying the years 2023, 2024, and 2025.
  • A three-story building with flower-filled balconies, people sitting at outdoor tables in front, and a dog lying on the ground.
  • A sunny city street scene, with people walking past buildings with balconies. A church is visible at the end of the street.
  • A long counter displays a wide variety of tapas, including seafood, vegetables, and meats. Bottles of alcohol are visible on the shelves behind the counter.
  • A tour group enjoys a wine tasting in a cellar with large wooden barrels.
  • Overhead view of a table with several tapas dishes and two drinks. There are croquettes, a small sandwich, and a bowl of soup or stew.
  • Three red Michelin Guide plaques stacked vertically, displaying the years 2023, 2024, and 2025.
  • A three-story building with flower-filled balconies, people sitting at outdoor tables in front, and a dog lying on the ground.
  • A sunny city street scene, with people walking past buildings with balconies. A church is visible at the end of the street.

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