Zarautz Winery Walk: Txakoli Tasting on the Camino

A Roman path through vineyards, ending at a working winery

This 5.5-hour walking tour departs San Sebastian by train to Zarautz, then follows a section of the Camino de Santiago uphill through txakoli vineyards to Getaria, with three wine tastings and local market foods included. The walk covers 9 kilometers with 70 minutes of climbing. A local guide leads in English and helps you choose between returning by bus or staying in Getaria for the afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Train, walk, wine tasting, and village visit

• Train from San Sebastian to Zarautz
• Walk along beach and visit market
• Walk Roman path and visit Txakoli winery
• Taste wines and eat local products
• Continue to Getaria and walk main street
• Visit cultural monument in Getaria

The experience

The train ride from San Sebastian to Zarautz takes 25 minutes and sets the tone. You'll see the Basque coast before your feet touch the trail. Once in Zarautz, your guide walks you through the medieval town and its market, where you'll taste artisan idiazabal cheese, apple jelly, home bread and cider before the main climb begins. This is not a winery tour that shuttles between tasting rooms. You walk to them, which means you see the vines and the land that makes the wine.

The Camino path itself is a Roman route, and the walk up toward Getaria is graded easy despite the 70 minutes of uphill: the guide sets the pace and knows where to pause. At the txakoli winery, you'll taste at least two varieties paired with local bonito and anchovies, tasting what the region actually eats. The descent into Getaria brings you to the main street where restaurants grill fish outside, and you'll visit a cultural monument tied to late medieval figures who shaped European history. By the end, you've walked 9 kilometers and tasted the place rather than read about it.

After Getaria, the choice is yours: take the bus back to San Sebastian or stay the afternoon in the village. The guide helps with either option, and the one-way train ticket is included in the price, so you're not paying twice to get home.

What’s included

• Local expert guide in English.
• one-way train ticket from San Sebastian to Zarautz.
• three txakoli wine tastings paired with local tuna and anchovies.
• market tasting of artisan idiazabal cheese, apple jelly, home bread and cider.
• water and grape juice throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Wednesday and SaturdayDeparts at 08:40

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Earra Tours Basque Country

Is this one for you?The guide leads in English, so you'll hear the history and the details of the land as you walk: a real advantage if you want to understand the Camino and the txakoli region rather than just cover the distance. The walk itself is moderate in difficulty, which suits hikers who want a full day of movement and tasting without scrambling or technical terrain.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Under 13: they can't be included in the booking.

How fit do I need to be to walk this trail from Zarautz to Getaria?

The walk is graded easy and covers 9 kilometers total, but includes 70 minutes of uphill climbing, so a moderate level of fitness is needed. The guide sets a steady pace and knows where the trail flattens out to recover.

What exactly happens at the txakoli winery?

You'll taste at least two types of txakoli wine that the winery produces, paired with local tuna and anchovies. The tasting is built into the walk itself. You arrive on foot after climbing through the vineyards, not by car.

Do I have to go back to San Sebastian the same day, or can I stay in Getaria?

You can choose. After reaching Getaria, you can take the bus back to San Sebastian or stay the afternoon in the village. Your guide will help you arrange either option.

Is the train ticket from San Sebastian included?

Yes, the one-way train ticket from San Sebastian to Zarautz is included. The 25-minute ride is part of the tour, and you see the coast the whole way.

What's the market tasting like before the walk starts?

You'll taste artisan idiazabal cheese, apple jelly, home bread and cider at the local market in Zarautz before heading uphill. It's a chance to eat what the region makes and meet local producers.