Top San Sebastian Half-day Tours

Discover the tradition of pintxos (Basque tapas) during this small-group food tour in San Sebastian. See the city through a local’s lens and visit six pintxos bars meeting the families behind them along the way. Taste a variety of snacks and Spanish wine as you stroll through San Sebastian in a group limited to just eight people.

Experience San Sebastian’s highlights and lesser-known delights on this small-group electric bike tour. Hop on an easy-to-ride bike and see more than you ever could on a walking tour as you travel along the city's large network of bike lanes. Discover La Concha, the Boulevard, and Monte Igueldo for bird’s-eye views, and explore often-overlooked districts such as the university and sports quarter. Ideal for first-time and short-on-time visitors, with a choice of departures.

Escape the metropolitan mayhem of San Sebastián and absorb the scenic splendor of the ‘Camino de Santiago’ (Way of St James) on an enriching half-day excursion. Renowned for its breathtaking beauty and panoramic views, the area of unspoiled natural beauty is the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely hike. Walk alongside your knowledgeable guide and gain insight into the flora and fauna of the area; enjoy an idyllic boat ride around Pasaia San Pedro; and pleasure your palate with Spanish specialties in a terrace bar in Santiago Square.

Discover the esteemed culinary scene of San Sebastián on an evening tour to three award-winning ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) bars. Accompanied by an expert gastronomical guide, discover the history behind the miniature morsels known as pintxos and pleasure your palate with samples of some of the city’s best. Tantalize your taste buds with local delicacies like spider crab while sipping fine Basque wines and crisp locally brewed beers.

Discover some of the Basque Country’s most spectacular scenery on this small-group walking tour from Zumaia. Meet your guide in the town center, and set off on foot (walking sticks and ponchos are provided for your comfort). Your destination is the Basque Coast UNESCO Global Geopark, renowned for its extraordinary rock formations, many of which date back hundreds of millions of years. Learn about the region’s history as you go before winding down with a traditional pintxo and drink at a local tavern.

Tour some of the less-visited gardens, parks, and palaces of San Sebastian on this small-group walking tour. Spend about three hours following your guide to sights such as Cristina Enea, Amara, Aiete Park, Miramar, and others. End your tour with an included drink, over which you can enjoy an intimate chat with your small group.

With a seemingly endless variety of classic Basque-country pintxos, or small snacks, to choose from, deciding where to eat in Donostia can be daunting. This guided tour eliminates the guesswork by taking you to tried-and-true establishments known for their high-quality pintxos—and might push you out of your comfort zone to try favorite local varieties. Enjoy a snack and a drink at each while chatting with your guide on this friendly private tour of the city.

Tantalize your taste buds with traditional Basque cuisine on a ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of San Sebastiàn. Explore the winding streets of the atmospheric Old Town with a gastronomic guide and discover local haunts that serve the best pintxos in town. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of six exquisite eateries and sample styles ranging from classic to contemporary. Sip cider and fine wines designed to compliment each dish and enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour, on which numbers are limited to 10 people.

'Txakoli' is a lightly sparkling white wine predominantly from the Basque region: its green bottles dominate San Sebastian’s bars. This half-day tour lifts the lid on its secrets at two 'txakoli'-producing coastal towns: Getaria and Zarautz. Tour both towns, and visit a Getaria 'txakolindegi' (winery) to see and learn about its vineyards and taste its wines alongside local delicacies. Upgrade for a private tour, with just you and your guide.

Take a deep dive into the traditions of Basque cider making on this tour in San Sebastian. Follow the cider maker in a cellar tour and learn about how the cider is made in this family-run establishment. Taste some samples and visit other local highlights, such as the Flysch Route, the Abaola Maritime Factory, the Idiazabal Cheese Factory, and a local produce market.

Immerse yourself in the culture, cuisine, and history of San Sebastian during this private tour. Work together with your guide to determine an itinerary focused on the sights and attractions that interest you. Stroll through the city at your own pace with plenty of time to ask questions.

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and art of Bilbao with this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Listen to guided commentary on the city and explore the Guggenheim museum's world-class art. Round-trip transportation from San Sebastian means no need to rent a car or fuss with public transportation.

Donostia San Sebastian Sailing wants to share with you our passion for the sea , nature and sail navigation. of any topics, we try to make things different and avoid crowds and always enjoy the city from the best and most exclusive views. Always unparaleled and imposible to find anywhere except in our boat.

Escape the bustle of San Sebastian for a trip to a cheese farm with this half-day tour. Learn how the popular Basque cheese Idiazabal is made and see the production process in the stable and milking parlor. Meet the shepherd and hear secrets about his cheese-making techniques while tasting several cheeses. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included.

Learn about the elaborate Basque cheese-making process on this guided farm tour. See the techniques and process up close from a shepherd, and taste the farm’s popular cheeses. Then, head to a local cider house for a traditional Basque lunch. Tastings, lunch, and round-trip transportation are included with this package.

Discover the Mountains near San Sebastian with an enjoyable guided Mountain bike tour and an awesome Specialized Rockhopper 29" Mountain Bike. We will also treat you with a delicious pintxo and a drink or coffee in a nice local Bar.

After travelling from Donostia to Zarautz by train, we will start our hike in the small city of Zarautz, where we'll visit the old town and understand how the society of the basque coast has evolved through time. We will follow the very old "Camino del Norte" up the hill and pass by a centuries old chapel, admire vast D.O. Getariako Txakolina vineyards and the colourful rural landscape by the ocean. During our walk you'll learn all about this incredible ancient route; but we will also stop at a local winery where they produce the local Txakoli wine in a more responsible and environmentally friendly way. Wine tasting, local sea food treats and a great moment included. We can even get some bottles for a cheaper price than in the stores if you want. We will finish our excursion wondering between the narrow medieval streets of Getaria, a village that was inhabited by one of the most important sailors of all times and that remains nearly untouched by the time.

The elegant seafront town of Biarritz is one of the most popular destinations along France's Basque coast, but visiting on a group tour often means limited time for sightseeing. This private full-day tour from San Sebastian offers plenty of time to explore the city or hit the beach, with private transport, a private guide, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Visit vineyards overlooking the sea with this Txakoli winery tour along the coast from San Sebastian. Learn about how Txakoli white wine is made and taste it alongside classic Basque appetizers. Stroll through traditional fishing villages with a local guide sharing stories about the region’s history. Private transportation is included.

Do you want an adventure, to see more than just the city, escape the crowds and take a step into the unknown? Based in San Sebastian we are the active tour specialists in the Basque Country providing incredible experiences. This tour is a firm favourite of ours, set in one of the deepest, wild woods of the Basque Country, we'll follow the ancient, railway route that once was used to bring iron from the mines to the city. It has now been transformed into a 25 km winding, peaceful escape alongside the river with the sounds of the woods taking us through timeworn tunnels and into little villages. There are some great breather spots along the way and you have the chance to cool off in the river at the end of the ride. It’s a good trail no big hills and pretty flat most of the way. Your level determines how far you will ride, the guide will completely tailor make the tour to suit you. It's a great way to get those legs going, escape the masses and the heat of summer in the city.

Looking to surf, explore and escape the crowds? Surfing the Basque country really is something special with many different waves in such a small area. From Hossegor to Mundaka this coastline is one of the most famous places in the world to surf. There's an amazing variety of beach breaks, long points and reefs and there really is a surf trip to suit everyone and all levels. If anyone knows the best spots for surfing around these parts it’s us. Depending on the conditions we'll head up into France or west in Spain. The countryside is amazing and we'll have plenty of time to see the local sights. We usually have one long session or two shorter ones at different breaks. Then we'll stop for our traditional Basque picnic which will definitely hit those hunger pains. Bring your own gear or we can provide you with all the equipment you need. So lets leave the city behind and come surf with us for the best trip with all the locals insiders knowledge.

In San Sebastian you can eat big flavours in very small portions. Savor the best of San Sebastian on a private gourmet tour that will take you to the best off the beaten path bars. Come along and enjoy our cuisine in a very informal way doing a culinary stroll that will take you to 3 different bars, from the most traditional to the most sophisticated. In each of them we will enjoy some of their best specialties and your favorite drink: wine, txakoli, cider, beer, soda,… A delicious selection awaits you!

Explore the unique gastronomy and maritime heritage of Basque Country on this full-day tour to the Albaola sea factory and museum, plus a gourmet cider experience. Travel up the coast from San Sebastián to Pasaia, where you can watch workers building a replica of a 16th-century whaling ship and learn about the area’s seafaring history. For lunch, head to an authentic cider house in Gipuzkoa province for a 3-course meal featuring typical Basque dishes and unlimited cider brewed right in the tavern’s cellar.