Basque Country Active Culinary Hiking & Walking Tour

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Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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Basque Country Active Culinary Hiking & Walking Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.

Activity Levels None (White)

See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.

Luxury Hotels

4 nights, Luxury Hotels
1 night, Deluxe Hotel

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2026: Sep-Oct 2027: Apr-Jul, Sep

From $6,899 - $7,099/person

Wine, Pintxos & Recipes from La Rioja to San Sebastian

A pairing for the ages. Hike lush mountains and dramatic coastlines as you explore Basque Country’s sensational food scene. It’s a harmonious blend for the palate—with a note of adventure. 

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Highlights

  • Dive fork-first into San Sebastián, one of the world’s most celebrated food regions, as bold flavors come to life through private cooking demonstrations and a pintxos tour
  • Hike the foothills of the Cantabrian Mountains and along the storied Camino del Norte to hidden springs, impressive waterfalls and sweeping ocean panoramas
  • Discover Basque Country’s rich culinary heritage, from time-honored village traditions to avant-garde cuisine
  • Taste full-bodied Rioja wines while you take in expansive views of the Ebro Valley’s multihued vineyards
  • Unwind in handpicked accommodations—from a boutique Rioja wine estate to a Relais & Châteaux retreat perched above the sea
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Spain

Start Pamplona, Spain

End Bilbao, Spain

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Days 1-2

Description

Kick off your trip with a walk on quiet paths through the lush landscapes surrounding Idiazabal • Savor your first exquisite taste of Basque cuisine • A picturesque drive through La Rioja showcases the colorful vineyards of this esteemed wine region • Follow stunning trails along the Ebro River and in the foothills of the Cantabrian Mountains • Arrive at a family-owned winery nestled among the vines • Sip ruby reds and crisp whites at a private tasting • Wander through a secret network of subterranean wine caves • Try an array of pintxos that offer a deeper understanding of Basque Country flavors. 

Accommodations
Palacio Tondón

(2 nights, Luxury Hotel)

Nights 1-2

Palacio Tondón
La Rioja
Luxury Hotel

With lovely views of the Ebro river and Tondón vineyards, this exceptional property, once a 16th-century palace, blends contemporary design with wood and stone finishes to create a unique lodging attentive to wine, gastronomy and relaxation.

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Day 3

Description

Explore the Urdanpilleta by foot—a green, forested area dotted with grazing cattle and sheep • Rural family farms, called baserriak, have created the tight-knit Basque community here • We’ll visit one for lunch, where you can glimpse daily life and try some amazing traditional dishes • The hiking is fantastic and the views pastoral—this is Basque heartland! • Relax at a 17th-century countryside palace in Gipúzkoa, Spain’s smallest province but one proudest of the enduring Basque cultural heritage.

Accommodations
Hotel Iriarte Jauregia

(1 night, Deluxe Hotel)

Night 3

Hotel Iriarte Jauregia
Bidania
Deluxe Hotel

In this renovated 17th-century palace, modern amenities blend seamlessly with historic architecture to create a serene countryside retreat. (pool)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Days 4-6

Description

Follow Spain’s storied Camino de Santiago through rolling hills, windswept bluffs and rural farmland • A unique picnic-style culinary show explores the connection between Basque history and cuisine • Experience one of the Basque Country’s most iconic traditions—the pintxos crawl • Visit the ancient harbor town of Pasaia, a hidden gem along the coast • Lace up your boots for a stunning hike along the Talaia Coastal Trail, a dramatic cliffside path • Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class in San Sebastián • A tranquil morning walk in shorefront Getaria caps off a memorable journey through Basque Country.

Accommodations
Hotel Akelarre

(2 nights, Luxury Hotel)

Nights 4-5

Hotel Akelarre
San Sebastián
Luxury Hotel

Experience this stunning blend of cutting-edge design, world-class cuisine and natural beauty on Spain’s northern coast. A Relais & Châteaux property. (pool, spa) 

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