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Basque Country Food Tour

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Duration

4 hours

Group Size

1 to 7 people

Ages

6 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Jump aboard our VW combi from the 70's to discover the many flavors of the Basque Country. During this tour, Clémence, your epicurean guide, will reveal the many secrets of the Basque Country, famous for its culinary traditions. Ham, Cheese, Peppers, cakes, Liqueurs… you will discover (…and taste!) the many reasons why the Basque Country plays a strong role in the French Culinary Heritage! During this tasty journey, you will be crossing small villages classified amongst the most beautiful of France! You will also have the opportunity to visit a Basque Shepheard farm and discover his job, his sheeps and of course...his cheese!

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Pickup

Rendez-vous sur le parking en face de la "Cité de l'Océan" à Biarritz. - Time zone: Europe/Paris

What's included

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

Dégustations

Lunch

Itinerary

Stop 1:

Departure from Biarritz, in front of the Cité de l'Océan. We will cross the french Basque Countryside aboard our VW Combi, to rich our first stop. During this time, your guide will introduce you to the Basque Country culture and traditions.

Stop 2: 0.8 hours

We will make a first stop in the charming village of Sare, located at the spanish border. You will discover our tradition of Kintoa ham and delicatessen products (chorizo, lomo, saucisson and so on…), followed by a tasting.

Stop 3: 1 hours

We will finish our tour by visiting the lovely village of Espelette, famous for its red peppers. This trendy condiment, very appreciated by French chefs, hangs on all the house fronts in the village! Annie, an Espelette pepper farmer, will welcome us in her shop for a tasting of local specialties made with this condiment. Enjoy the tasty atmosphere of Espelette with free time in the village, before heading back to Biarritz!

Stop 4: 0.8 hours

We will then head to Itxassou, to visit the farm of Mirentxu the shepherd, to discover her work, her sheep and the famous Ossau Iraty cheese. Taste the flavors of this local cheese…with a touch of Black cherry jam! This is a way we eat it here!

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

Min 1 days: 100%
From 0 to 1 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (6 - 99 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 7