Full Day Private Basque French Countryside from San Sebastian
San Sebastian, Spainby Earra Tours Basque Country
- 7.1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
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Overview
If you were looking forward to discovering the French part of the Basque Country and you also wanted to taste the gastronomy and products of Iparralde, you are in luck. Your guide is a talented photographer so you will have pictures to remember. We are Experts in creating Experiences that you keep Forever.
What's included
- Gas, tolls, parking and transport cost
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private guiding service
- Lunch
- Tips
Itinerary
- 1
Louhossoa
1.2 hours
We will pass the border to France and will drive inland to Louhossoa. We will stretch the legs, walk around, visit some interesting corners and pass by an amazing artisan cookie shop. There is about 40 minutes drive to the stop.
- 2
Espelette
2.5 hours
Once we start getting close to the pyrene mountain range we arrive at Espelette, one of the nicest villages in France. Strolling through the streets of this village is a real pleasure. Peppers hang from its picturesque houses, creating a postcard that is hard to forget In this village, there is a lot to see and taste. We love visiting the local vendor and trying the local charcuterie, the artisan cheese from the Pyrenees, their famous Espelette pepper and its derivatives, cherries, artisan beer, and more. We will also visit its street, the amazing Saint Etienne church, the cemetery, and the amazing and picturesque architecture in general. Later we will be able to enjoy a farm-to-table lunch in a familiar restaurant around (where they produce their own charcuterie, meat, and cheese). There is about 20 minutes drive to the stop.
- 3
Sare
1.3 hours
Sare is a beautiful village border with Spain. Learn about the past of the village, the smugglers' story, more secrets, and which is the most famous dessert. You will also learn about the Jai Alai sport and handball. There is about 10 minutes drive to the stop.
- 4
Ainhoa
1.1 hours
Founded in the 13th century, Ainhoa was built to welcome and help pilgrims on the way to Santiago de Compostela. This small town has practically one large street, with 700 inhabitants, and is located exactly between Le Nive valley and the Navarre border, combining the green of its hills with the white and red facades of its old houses of the XVII century. Let´s walk the street, take some amazing pictures and get to know some local anecdotes. There is about 20 minutes drive to the stop.
- 5
Bera
1 hour
There is no better way to enter to Spanish border than passing by the village of Bera, a typical Navarrees village, with its singular architecture we will be able to stop and admire these elegant and unique houses. There is about 45 minutes drive from here to SS.
Meeting and pickup
Your Expert Guide will wait for you at the lobby of your hotel/apartment or on the address you are staying.
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 7 hour duration includes the travel time from one-point to another enjoying the amazing views of the countryside
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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