The Premier Bilbao Food & Wine Walking Tour

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Summary

-We will do as the Basques do! A bar hopping tour of the old part of Bilbao with a local born and raised in Bilbao. This unique gastronomic experience is an absolute must when visiting the Basque Country! -A pintxo is the Basque version of the Spanish tapa accompanied with typical drink (usually wine or a small beer!). The Basque people demonstrate their love of gastronomy with these tasty little gourmet bar snacks that are found throughout the city. -The pintxos can be very elaborate or quite simple, and there is something for every taste! We will also be sampling some great wines along the way! -We know the best bars in the city! There are many mentioned online, but you are sure to experience some of the best lesser known local establishments on a Bilbao pintxo tour! We know the best pintxos to order in each bar! -We will also take you on a private guided tour of the Casco Viejo or Old Part of Bilbao which dates back to the 1300s. -In between stops at the bars we will point out sites such as the Santiago Cathedral, San Anton Church, the Ribera Market, etc...

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!

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What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.

  • 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.

  • 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider)

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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The Best of Basque

About operator:

THE BEST OF BASQUE is a boutique, family-run tour company located in the Basque Country, Spain. We are a Basque-American team who specialize in custom PRIVATE DAY TOURS, and multi-day tour packages. Specifically, we offer food, wine, sightseeing and cultural experiences in the Basque Country & La Rioja wine country. A tour of Basque Country is a journey into the undiscovered. Naturally beautiful, and culturally rich, this region of northern Spain and southwest France offers a taste of Europe unlike any other.

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