BASQUE COUNTRY FOOD TOUR
Join an authentic experience to explore the flavors of the French Basque Country!
Visite guidée originale des villages du pays basque
Visitez les plus beaux villages du pays basque à bord d'un authentique combi VW. Visite d'Espelette, Visite de Sare, Visite d'Ainhoa. Une activité originale pour découvrir le Pays Basque et ses villages. Les villages basques et leurs histoires insolites pour découvrir le pays basque autrement!
Discover the flavors of the French Basque Country on a 1970s VW Combi adventure!
Discover the culinary secrets of the Basque Country on this 4-hour roadtrip with Clémence, your epicurean guide. Meet the Basque pigs in their natural mountain habitat, then taste traditional Basque charcuterie, paired with a local wine. Visit a shepherd’s farm, meet the sheep, and enjoy freshly made cheese with a perfectly paired local beverage. Finally, uncover the secrets of the Basque cake in an authentic 18th-century watermill and savor a delicious slice, accompanied by a local liqueur. Along the way, pass through charming villages ranked among the most beautiful of France. A gourmet adventure full of flavors, stories, and local traditions!
What's Included ?
The price includes the tastings and 2 food surprises, the private guide and the tour in VW combi.
Duration
This is a 4-hour roadtrip From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Price
€350 - for 2 persons extra pers: + €20 per person Max 7 pers/combi
Meeting point
The tour starts at Cité de l’Océan in the south of Biarritz. Please arrive 5 minutes before departure time.
Itinerary
During this 4 hour roadtrip, Clémence, your epicurean guide, will reveal the many secrets of the region, famous for its culinary traditions.
Travel through the scenic Basque countryside to Sare, where you’ll meet the famous Kintoa pigs in their natural mountain habitat and learn about this renowned local breed.
Afterwards, visit a local artisan charcuterie to taste a variety of traditional Basque cured meats, including saucisson, lomo, chorizo, and ham, paired with a local wine for the perfect flavor experience.
We will then head to the village of Itxassou to discover local Ossau Iraty cheese, made from ewe’s milk. Visit the farm of Mirentxu, the shepherd, to learn about her work, meet the sheep, and discover the cheesemaking process. Taste the rich flavors of this local cheese, served the Basque way with a touch of black cherry jam & a glass of local cider — a delicious tradition unique to the region!
How could we end this gourmet tour without tasting our famous Basque cake? Visit an authentic 18th-century watermill in Bidart, still in operation and producing its own flour. Discover the secrets of the traditional Basque cake, made either with black cherry or cream, and enjoy a delicious slice paired with a local liqueur — a perfect finale to your Basque culinary adventure!
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