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Tour of villages in the French Basque Pyrenees Sare, Ainhoa and Espelette

Location Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain, Europe
Location San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain, Europe
$76
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Overview

Discover the charm of the French Basque Country on an excursion from Bilbao and San Sebastian. You will cross to France to visit Sare, one of the most beautiful villages, with free time to tour its historic center and church. Continue to Ainhoa, famous for its main street of white houses and traditional atmosphere. The route ends in Espelette, known for its red pepper, where you can have lunch, walk and enjoy its gastronomy. A complete experience between landscapes, culture and traditions, ideal to know some of the most authentic corners of the region in one day.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

From Bilbao in English
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Transfer by bus
  • Guided tours in Sare and Espelette
  • Tour guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments

Meeting point
The Buendía Travel guide will be waiting for you inside the San Sebastian Bus Station, on the 0th floor next to the slogans and toilets.
Guides will be waiting in front of Puppy’s floral sculpture (Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 60, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain).
Return details
The Buendía Travel guide will be waiting for you inside the San Sebastian Bus Station, on the 0th floor next to the slogans and toilets.
Guides will be waiting in front of Puppy’s floral sculpture (Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 60, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain).

  • Sare
    The first stop will be Sare, considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. Upon arrival, you will have time to discover its essence at your own pace, stroll through its historic center and approach the Church of San Martin de Sare, one of its main symbols. Surrounded by nature and with a marked Basque character, Sare offers a perfect first contact with the region.
  • Ainhoa
    We will resume our route to Ainhoa. In this picturesque village, considered one of the most beautiful in France, we will take a guided tour to discover charming places such as the Church of Ainhoa and its former laundry room, witnesses of local history and traditions. After the visit, you will have free time to tour the center at your own pace, enjoy the quiet atmosphere and be surprised by the architecture and unique character of this beautiful corner of the French Basque Country.
  • Espelette
    The last stop will be Espelette, internationally famous for its iconic red pepper, the “piment d’Espelette”, which adorns the facades of its houses. This lively village combines tradition, gastronomy and a unique atmosphere. Here you will have plenty of time to enjoy lunch at your leisure, taste local produce and stroll through its colourful streets. Don’t miss the Church of Saint-Étienne or visit the Espelette Pepper Interpretation Centre to learn more about this iconic product.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • During the tour we will cross the border with France. It is important that the client carries his updated identification document
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Tour of villages in the French Basque Pyrenees Sare, Ainhoa and Espelette

    Location Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain, Europe
    Location San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain, Europe
    $76
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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