Basque Country Tour: Hidden Village Gems

Uncover Basque Country’s hidden gems with a private tour, savoring local delicacies and breathtaking views. Customize your adventure today.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Biarritz - Rocher de la Vierge: renowned for its stunning ocean and bay views, accessible via the Eiffel footbridge.
    Grande Plage & Côte des Basques: Explore Biarritz’s iconic beaches, uncovering hidden spots and stories about the city’s history.
    Les Halles de Biarritz: Experience this splendid covered market and savor delectable regional…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Booster seat
  • Government fees
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Airport and departure taxes
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating journey through the Basque Country with a private guide, discovering hidden treasures in delightful villages such as Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, Espelette, and Ainhoa. This customized adventure through the Basque region offers scenic drives with stunning mountain vistas and exclusive insights from local experts. Connect with…

Location
Biarritz
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lisaann528
Nov 8, 2025
Awesome Day in Biarritz - I had the most amazing day touring with Etienne from The Basque Way in Biarritz. From the moment he picked me up, I felt like I was spending the day with a friend rather than a guide. He’s warm, kind, thoughtful, and incredibly knowledgeable about the Basque region—its culture, history, food, and traditions. We visited several small villages that I never would have found on my own, each more charming than the last. He took me to a local pepper farm and a stunning and shared so much insight along the way. The whole experience felt relaxed, meaningful, and genuinely local. What stood out most was how much Etienne truly cares. He went above and beyond in every way, making sure the day was tailored to what I was interested in and was very gracious I can’t recommend this experience enough. If you want to see and feel the Basque Country authentically, spend a day with him. It was a highlight of my trip.
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790r_mil
Nov 5, 2025
Really great for our Enterprise Seminar! - We organised an Enterprise Seminar for around 20 people in the Basque Country and we called on The Basque Way. The experience was great! We were perfectly listened to by Etienne who offered us a tailor-made program between our work meetings. The Basque Way took care of everything from information gathering, proposals for local activities, to transportation and on-site support. We particularly appreciated this turnkey approach. Special mention for the typical restaurant in the mountains, with only locals, a superb experience for our Team Building. Again thank you to Etienne and The Basque Way team for these moments of sharing and Basque authenticity.
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Lv_2005
Nov 3, 2025
100% recommend! Thank you, Etienne! - Etienne is a wonderful travel planner and guide for Biarritz and the French & Spanish Basque Country. He recommended an excellent hotel in Biarritz (which I loved!) and provided fantastic tips for things to see and do, as well as great restaurant suggestions in his hometown. We spent a full day together — he picked me up in Biarritz, and we set off to explore Bayonne and the beautiful Basque mountain villages. I felt like I was traveling with a dear friend I had known forever. Etienne is kind, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable about the region, sharing fascinating stories about local culture and traditions. He even introduced me to some of his local friends! We enjoyed an amazing lunch, breathtaking sights, and plenty of laughter while exploring this beautiful and magical area. I’ll definitely be back. Thank you, Etienne!
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Fearless49824057875
Nov 3, 2025
Great! - We came on a family holiday from Lebanon to the Basque Country and we loved our experience. Etienne our travel planner has organized us a dream week in Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, San Sebastian and Bilbao. He adapted well to everyone's requests and everything on site was perfectly organized. The restaurants and activities were authentic and the coordination very fluid. Warmly recommended for people who want to discover the Basque Country with a local private guide!
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Smhall42
Oct 16, 2025
You'll be speaking Basque in no time! - Super trip to Basque country. We went from 0 to 100 in one day with Etienne! Neither my wife or I knew much about this area of the world. Honestly we just thought there was San Sebastian, but seeing Biarritz and the whole French side of the Basque country was so rad. Would highly recommend to anybody that's in the area. Super knowledgable, friendly, and fun. Etienne even taught us some Basque words to use!
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Misszoe75
Oct 7, 2025
Best EVER guide - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 We chose the tour between ocean and mountain and we loved it! Étienne is a nugget of no one, he had plenty of anecdotes about local customs and was very caring with us! We particularly enjoyed lunch with local specialties in the mountains next to wild horses. A unique experience... We recommend so much!
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Rafa_lb950
Oct 1, 2025
An unforgettable day in the heart of the Basque Country - What an amazing day with The Basque Way! Étienne is an exceptional guide: funny, full of tasty anecdotes and local stories that made us laugh while immersing ourselves in Basque culture. We had the chance to participate in the Irouléguy festivals, taste the local wine and enjoy the festive Mood of the village, then discover Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port et Espelette. Every place visited is a little nugget, and Étienne always knows how to make every stop lively and unforgettable. The organization is impeccable, the journeys comfortable and the moments of visit perfectly balanced. With him, we don’t just see the Basque Country: we live it to the full, with its flavors, colors and joie de vivre. Thank you so much, Étienne, for this unique and warm experience. To all those who want to discover the Basque Country differently: go for it!
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C1989rypierrel
Sep 30, 2025
The Basque Country with Etienne, as never imagined - We only had two days to discover the Basque Country with our family, and we clearly could not have dreamed better! Both the day spent on the French side and the day in the Spanish part, Étienne made us discover magical places that we could never have found without him. We really wanted to understand the history of the area in depth, and to be able to experience the “secret spots” with a local guide who knows the area as his pocket really changes the game. Étienne knew how to adapt in real time to our requests: always listening to his customers, he perfectly surrounded us and even made some detours that we are not about to forget... In any case, my stomach will not forget this absolutely incredible Basque cheesecake (without too much spoiler!). Go ahead and watch!
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Gnico7
Sep 26, 2025
A visit to the authentic Basque Country! - I loved my experience with the Basque Way. The vans were also very comfortable! Special mention for the visit of the breeding of Laouen!
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Grandtour31689686941
Sep 14, 2025
A Day to Remeber in Basque Land - We had the great pleasure of spending several days with Etienne as our guide in the Basque Country. He is extremely professional, deeply knowledgeable, and shares his love for his homeland with contagious enthusiasm. Thanks to him, we not only learned a lot about the region’s history, culture, and traditions, but also truly felt its spirit. His organization was excellent, and he was always flexible, attentive, and thoughtful. It was a real privilege to experience this journey with him – highly recommended!
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From $116
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).