HONDARRIBIA SIGHTSEEING and PINTXOS - Private Gastronomic Adventure
Overview
It would be a pity to go to Gipuzkoa and not get to know its most adorable town, Hondarribia. Why adorable? For its medieval and walled neighborhood, for its fishing district full of gastro avant-garde, for its views of the neighboring country, for the tips that our guides will give you about how to eat pintxos (and you never dared to ask).
Inclusions
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Pintxos enough for lunch
- Five drinks (wine, beer, cider or soft drinks)
- Entry/Admission - marina arriba monte
- Entry/Admission - Historic Center of Hondarribia
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Jaizkibel, 20280, Gipuzkoa, Spain
You will begin your journey in San Sebastian and drive one of the most scenic roads along Basque Coast, where the harsh landscape of Mount Jaizkibel cuts into the ocean. On the way, your guide will give you an introduction on the history of the area, and what to expect throughout the experience.
Stop At: Capitania Puerto Deportivo de Hondarribia, Ramon Iribarren, S/N, 20280 Hondarribia Spain
We will first stop in the fishing port of Hondarribia and dive into the history of local sailors, pirates and explorers to understand the intimate relation between the Basques and the ocean. You'll also immerse yourself in some of the oldest fishing traditions and find out what are our favorite seafood delicacies.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Muralla de Hondarribia, Casco Antiguo, 20280 Hondarribia Spain
From the port we will head to the historic part of this fortified town that set the stage for some of Basque Country’s most glorious battles. Its narrow streets, flowers draped from the balconies and medieval charm creates an extraordinary atmosphere and cultural context. You will find out who were ‘hacheros’ - men with peculiar sheep wool hats and discover a hidden collection of tapestries by Rubens in the castle of Emperor Charles V.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Historic Center of Hondarribia, Centro Historico, Hondarribia Spain
It’s time for some pintxos! Did you know that the most prestigious pintxo competition in the region - Euskal Herria Pintxo Contest was founded in Hondarribia? That’s right! Hondarribia is one of the best places to experience our region’s ambitious cuisine. We will visit two excellent bars in the old part and continue to the fishermen’s village known as the Marina to savour pintxos in another three establishments.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: marina arriba monte, Madalen Karrika Kalea, 5, 20280 Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
We will switch from traditional, family-run to modern, award-winning restaurants enjoying textures and flavours of the highest quality, seasonal ingredients turned into artsy creations by talented chefs! The guide will also give you practical tips on how to enjoy pintxos the way locals do. In each place we will pair our dishes with delicious, regional drinks whether to be wine, beer or apple cider.
Now something for those with a sweet tooth! Let us surprise you with a beloved by locals dessert that is a must after every pintxo stroll.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Jaizkibel, 20280, Gipuzkoa, Spain
You will begin your journey in San Sebastian and drive one of the most scenic roads along Basque Coast, where the harsh landscape of Mount Jaizkibel cuts into the ocean. On the way, your guide will give you an introduction on the history of the area, and what to expect throughout the experience.
Stop At: Capitania Puerto Deportivo de Hondarribia, Ramon Iribarren, S/N, 20280 Hondarribia Spain
We will first stop in the fishing port of Hondarribia and dive into the history of local sailors, pirates and explorers to understand the intimate relation between the Basques and the ocean. You'll also immerse yourself in some of the oldest fishing traditions and find out what are our favorite seafood delicacies.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Muralla de Hondarribia, Casco Antiguo, 20280 Hondarribia Spain
From the port we will head to the historic part of this fortified town that set the stage for some of Basque Country’s most glorious battles. Its narrow streets, flowers draped from the balconies and medieval charm creates an extraordinary atmosphere and cultural context. You will find out who were ‘hacheros’ - men with peculiar sheep wool hats and discover a hidden collection of tapestries by Rubens in the castle of Emperor Charles V.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Historic Center of Hondarribia, Centro Historico, Hondarribia Spain
It’s time for some pintxos! Did you know that the most prestigious pintxo competition in the region - Euskal Herria Pintxo Contest was founded in Hondarribia? That’s right! Hondarribia is one of the best places to experience our region’s ambitious cuisine. We will visit two excellent bars in the old part and continue to the fishermen’s village known as the Marina to savour pintxos in another three establishments.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: marina arriba monte, Madalen Karrika Kalea, 5, 20280 Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
We will switch from traditional, family-run to modern, award-winning restaurants enjoying textures and flavours of the highest quality, seasonal ingredients turned into artsy creations by talented chefs! The guide will also give you practical tips on how to enjoy pintxos the way locals do. In each place we will pair our dishes with delicious, regional drinks whether to be wine, beer or apple cider.
Now something for those with a sweet tooth! Let us surprise you with a beloved by locals dessert that is a must after every pintxo stroll.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Wheelchair accessibility is extra paid - contact for details
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Our vehicles and offices are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with the cleaning and disinfection protocol certified by the Institute for Spanish Tourism Quality (ICTE). We also use an ozone air purification treatment in our vehicles before every tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
G5154JPsandrak
May 2023
The best guides! Very well informed and very friendly. You totally get into the place and its people. Highly recommended for a unique experience!
The best guides! Very well informed and very friendly. You totally get into the place and its people. Highly recommended for a unique experience!731joseluism
July 2021
fue toda una buena experiencia gastronómica, totalmente recomendable, y aconsejo ir ,con un poco de hambre, porque se come de maravilla, es un verdadero espectáculo, para la vista y el paladar, son pintxos de primera división, verdaderos platos de estrella Michelin, de hecho, empezamos comiendo ...
fue toda una buena experiencia gastronómica, totalmente recomendable, y aconsejo ir ,con un poco de hambre, porque se come de maravilla, es un verdadero espectáculo, para la vista y el paladar, son pintxos de primera división, verdaderos platos de estrella Michelin, de hecho, empezamos comiendo unas raciones en un restaurante, con estrella Michelin, no os lo podéis perder, y le guía, Ernes, mas que un guía se convirtió en un amigo, lo pasamos genial, una experiencia que recomiendo mucho, y que volveré a repetir cuando vuelva por esas tierras