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Bilbao: Evening Pintxos Food Tour & Basque Wine WalkYou’ll hop between buzzing bars in Bilbao’s historic center, tasting eight different pintxos paired with Basque wines and ciders. Guided by a local who shares stories and tips, you’ll pick up food etiquette and sample both traditional and creative bites. Expect laughter, new flavors, and a real sense of what makes Bilbao tick after dark.
Bilbao: Ebike Tour with Guggenheim & Local MarketsYou’ll ride safe bike lanes through Bilbao with a local guide—gliding past Guggenheim Museum’s wild shapes, pausing in green parks, tasting cheese at La Ribera Market. Feel city life shift from riverside calm to busy plazas as you go. This tour is more than sightseeing—it’s a way into everyday Bilbao that lingers long after you park your bike.
Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz & San Sebastian: Day Trip with Food TastingYou’ll trace the Basque coast from Biarritz’s breezy promenades to Saint Jean de Luz’s lively port, sampling sweets and soaking up stories with your local guide. In San Sebastian, panoramic views from Mount Igueldo set the scene before you dive into pintxos bars at your own pace. Expect unexpected moments—and flavors—you’ll remember long after.
Bilbao: Pintxos & Tapas Food Tour with Local GuideYou walk through Bilbao's old town and riverside neighborhoods for 3.5 hours, stopping at four or more specialty shops, pintxos bars, and eateries. Your local guide explains the history and culture behind what you're tasting — from croquetas and salt cod to Basque cheese and regional wines — and by the end you've eaten the equivalent of a full meal without ever sitting down. Water and drinks are included; vegetarian and non-alcoholic options are available on request.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Bilbao's food culture the way locals experience it — moving through real neighborhoods, stopping where people actually eat, and learning the history behind each bite — without arranging your own bar crawl or worrying about which places are worth your time.
Bilbao & Biscay Coast: Gaztelugatxe & Mundaka Private TourYou travel privately along the Biscay coast with a local guide who picks you up from your hotel and returns you at the end of the day. The route includes San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (a clifftop hermitage reached by 241 steps), Mundaka (a surfer's town with views over the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve), and Gernika (home to the historic Gernika tree and Picasso's legacy). Transportation, guiding, and insurance are all included; you choose whether to climb the full route or view from the overlooks.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Biscay coast without arranging your own transport or sharing the guide with other travelers — the private format means your guide can pause where you're interested and adjust the day to your pace.
Bilbao to Rioja: 3 Wineries, Laguardia & Gehry Hotel TourYou’ll start in Bilbao with a drive into Rioja wine country, tasting premium reds in a centuries-old underground cellar before moving on to family-run wineries for more pours (and snacks). Lunch is in medieval Laguardia followed by a slow stroll through its winding streets, then a photo stop at Gehry’s wild hotel among the vines. Expect good wine, real stories, and maybe a few surprises along the way.
Bilbao: La Rioja Wine Tasting & Laguardia with 2 WineriesYou visit two contrasting wineries in La Rioja with a professional guide, taste wines at each stop, and learn to identify the flavors that define the region. Then you explore medieval Laguardia on foot and sit down to a traditional lunch with wine pairing. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Bilbao are included, and the group stays small enough that you're not rushing between stops.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand Rioja wines at their source without arranging transport or navigating the wineries yourself—the guide handles the tasting education and the logistics, which is what lets you focus on the flavors and the landscape. Plan for a full day out of Bilbao; that's what makes visiting two wineries and exploring Laguardia possible in one trip.
Guggenheim Bilbao: Private Museum Tour & Modern ArtYou get 90 minutes with a private guide moving through Guggenheim Bilbao's contemporary galleries at your own pace, learning about the art and the building's architecture without a crowd. Museum admission and the guide are both included, and wheelchair access covers the entire space, so you can focus on the work instead of logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand the art and the building without navigating a crowded museum or arranging your own tickets — a private guide means the pace is yours, and admission is already settled.
San Sebastián Day Trip from Bilbao: Loyola & GetariaYou travel from Bilbao through the Basque interior to the Sanctuary of Loyola, then down the coast to the fishing village of Getaria and the beach town of Zarautz. In San Sebastián you have free time to eat pintxos and explore the old town before heading up Monte Igueldo for views of La Concha Bay. Transport, guide, and entry fees are included; you arrange your own lunch.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Basque coast and inland heritage in one day without arranging transport or entry fees yourself—the fixed itinerary and included guide mean you move through four distinct places without planning the logistics between them.
Bilbao: Pintxos Food Tour & Wine Tasting in Casco ViejoYou’ll wander Bilbao’s Casco Viejo with a local guide, tasting classic pintxos and Basque wines in lively bars where locals gather to sing or swap stories. Expect enough food for a full meal (no need to plan dinner after), plus small moments—like learning to pour txakoli or laughing over your first Basque phrase—that make you feel part of the city for an afternoon.
San Sebastian & Basque Coast: Pintxos Lunch, Getaria, HondarribiaYou’ll feel swept up by salty air in Hondarribia, taste pintxos with local wine in San Sebastian’s old town, and wander Getaria’s quiet harbor—all with a guide who actually knows everyone by name. Includes hotel or central pickup from Bilbao and a small group vibe that makes it easy to ask questions or just drift along at your own pace.
Bilbao: Pintxo & Tapas Tour with Food Expert & PhotosYou walk through Bilbao's Old Town stopping at five bars to taste pintxos and paired drinks with a local food expert. You visit the Ribera Market, hear stories about the city's history and Basque culture, and eat the way locals do — standing up, moving between bars, trying everything from anchovies to foie gras. The route and menu change daily. The whole experience takes 2–3 hours and includes five glasses of wine or cider plus five pintxos, which adds up to a full meal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat like a local without arranging five separate bar stops yourself — the guide handles the route, the pairings, and the stories, so you just show up hungry and follow along.
Bilbao E-Bike Tour: Guggenheim & Old Town in 2 HoursYou ride an electric bike through Bilbao's transformation from Old Town to modern icons, stopping at La Ribera Market, San Mames Stadium, and the Guggenheim Museum with a local guide explaining the history along the way. The route is 9 kilometers, mostly flat and urban, with helmet and bike insurance included. Two hours total, no fitness level required, and you're back where you started without arranging transport or planning the stops yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Bilbao's main landmarks — from the Old Town to the Guggenheim — without planning the route, arranging transport, or spending a full day on it. The e-bike removes the effort of hills and distance, so you stay present instead of tired.
Bilbao Airport Transfer to San Sebastián & Rioja HotelsYou're picked up by name at Bilbao Airport arrivals and driven directly to your hotel in Bilbao, San Sebastián, Vitoria, Rioja or Pamplona in a private car. The driver waits for you, handles your luggage, and the price is set before departure — no negotiation at the curb, no shared van delays. Available 6am to 11pm daily.Is it for me?Book this if you land at Bilbao and want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport or negotiating a fare — the fixed price and driver waiting at arrivals is what removes that friction entirely.
Bilbao Airport to City: Private Mercedes TransferYou get picked up at arrivals by an English-speaking driver holding your name, travel in a private Mercedes to your Bilbao hotel, and skip the taxi queue and currency exchange entirely. The driver's number is on your voucher, flights are monitored so delays don't strand you, and the price is fixed before you step in the car. Bottled water and the first parking hour are included.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Bilbao with luggage and want to reach your hotel without arranging a taxi, exchanging currency, or waiting in a queue — the fixed price and driver waiting at arrivals means you walk out and go, which is what makes the transfer worth the cost.
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum: Entry & Audio Guide TourYou enter the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao with a multimedia audio guide, exploring Frank Gehry's titanium-clad architecture and contemporary art collections at your own pace. The guide provides context on artworks, artistic movements, and the building's cultural significance without dictating your route or timing. Arrive 15 minutes early with your own headphones, and the museum is fully wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see one of Europe's most important contemporary art museums without the pressure of a group schedule or the cost of a separate live guide — the audio tour gives you the context and depth while you control how long you spend in each space.
Guggenheim Bilbao Entry Ticket & Modern Art CollectionsYou skip the entry queue and walk straight into Frank Gehry's titanium masterpiece, where contemporary art fills light-filled galleries and outdoor sculptures like "Puppy" and "Maman" anchor the experience. The building itself is the draw — flowing spaces, riverside views, and work that spans from installation to painting. Wi-Fi is included, and everything is wheelchair accessible. You set your own pace and stay as long as you want.Is it for me?Right for anyone visiting Bilbao who wants to see the Guggenheim without standing in line — the ticket takes that off your hands and lets you spend your time on the art and architecture instead of the queue.
Bilbao Airport Transfer: Private Pickup from HotelsYou're picked up from your hotel in Bilbao, San Sebastian, Vitoria, Rioja or Pamplona and driven directly to Bilbao Airport in a private vehicle. The price is fixed before you travel, the booking is confirmed instantly, and the service runs daily from early morning to late evening. No waiting for a shared shuttle or negotiating with a taxi driver — just a driver who knows where you're going and when you need to be there.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and the bus schedule — a fixed-price pickup from your hotel means you arrive at Bilbao Airport on time and without the last-minute stress of arranging transport on the day.
Bilbao City to Airport: Private Mercedes Transfer & Meet-GreetYou're met at your hotel lobby by a uniformed driver holding your name, driven to Bilbao Airport in a private Mercedes with luggage help included, and dropped at Departures with all fees and tolls already paid. The fixed price means no surprises, and the service runs from 5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. daily.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in a Bilbao hotel and want to reach the airport without arranging a taxi, negotiating a fare, or worrying about timing—the driver arrives at your lobby on schedule, handles your luggage, and the price is locked in before you leave.
Bilbao Airport Transfer: Private Car from City CentreYou're picked up at your Bilbao hotel by a named driver holding a board with your name, travel in a premium car or minivan with up to six other passengers, and arrive at the airport with parking and tolls already covered. No taxis, no negotiation, no surprises—just a fixed price and a 15-minute courtesy window if you're running late.Is it for me?Book this if you want to leave your hotel without arranging a taxi, negotiating a fare, or standing in a queue—the fixed price and named driver are what make an airport departure feel straightforward instead of rushed.
