Basque Country: A Culinary Journey
Basque Country: A Culinary Journey
The trip in a nutshell
This is a trip designed and realised entirely by an experienced WeRoad Travel Coordinator. The Coordinator takes care of the whole trip: from defining the itinerary to selecting accommodation and on-site experiences. Via WeRoad website you can book the trip and manage it in your personal area, just like any other WeRoad.
Experience the ultimate blend of food, culture, and adventure in San Sebastián, a city celebrated for its world-class gastronomy and stunning coastal scenery. Your journey begins with a night in Bilbao, where you'll have the chance to explore this dynamic city and enjoy your first taste of Basque cuisine—setting the perfect tone for the adventure ahead. This immersive tour takes you through the historic Old Town to explore Basque traditions while savoring pintxos—exquisite small bites that define the local cuisine.
But the journey doesn’t stop there! Enjoy a true Basque experience with a visit to a traditional cider house, where you'll sip on local cider and feast on a perfectly grilled steak. For adventure seekers, ride the waves at the famous Zurriola Beach, known for its fantastic surf. Savor a delicious seafood paella with breathtaking views over the city before hiking to the picturesque fishing village of San Juan de Pasaia, where fresh seafood awaits. Enhance your culinary skills with an optional cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare Basque specialties. As the day turns to night, immerse yourself in San Sebastián’s vibrant nightlife in the local bars. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or an outdoor enthusiast, this tour promises an unforgettable taste of San Sebastián’s best flavors and experiences!
Travel mood
Physical effort
Entry requirements
What do I need to enter Spain?
Passport: 3 months of residual validity from the day you exit the country
Visa: You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes Spain, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period as a tourist.
Additional Entry Requirements: Spain is now requiring proof of travel insurance at the border for non-EU visitors. You should have a return or onward travel ticket in hand too, as you may be asked to show this.
You also need to show you have enough funds to cover the length of your stay in Spain, and proof of your hotel booking.
Arrival and departure
This trip starts in Bilbao and ends in San Sebastián. On the first day of the trip we will meet by 5pm, on the last day you can leave whenever you like. There are buses direct to Bilbao airport from San Sebastián. Find out more about the meeting here!.
What's included
5 nights in shared bedrooms
All breakfasts
Walking and pintxo tour with a local expert!
Car hire for day 2
- Travel Coordinator services
- Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 31 days before departure
Itinerary
Welcome to the Basque Country
Urban Charm & First Taste of Basque Cuisine
Welcome to the Basque Country! Upon arrival in Bilbao, you'll check into your accommodation and if you arrive earlier, we'll have time to settle in before heading out to explore this vibrant and culturally rich city. Known for its striking blend of traditional and modern architecture—including the iconic Guggenheim Museum—Bilbao offers a unique urban atmosphere nestled among green hills and rivers.
In the evening, we’ll gather for our first group Basque dinner. Enjoy a meal featuring regional specialties, from freshly prepared pintxos to locally sourced seafood and meats. It’s the perfect introduction to the flavors and spirit of the Basque Country, setting the tone for the unforgettable journey ahead.
Included: Accommodation
Not included: Transfer from the airport. Meals and drinks
Coastal Drive
Zumaia - Game of Thrones filming location
This morning, we pick up our car and begin a scenic drive along the Basque coast. Our first stop is Zumaia, where we’ll explore the dramatic Flysch cliffs, a stunning geological formation shaped by millions of years of history.
Next, we continue to the fishing town of Getaria for a seafood lunch, enjoying freshly grilled fish and local specialties in a village known for its maritime charm.
On the way to San Sebastián, we make a quick stop in Zarautz to admire the expansive beach views before arriving in the city.
In the evening, dive into local life with Pintxo Pote in San Sebastián’s Gros neighborhood (if day 2 falls on a Thursday)—a lively tradition where you can sample delicious pintxos and drinks at small neighborhood bars, the perfect start to your stay.
Included: Car hire
Money pot: Fuel, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
San Sebastián
History, Pintxos & Beachside Relaxation
We start the day with an optional surf lesson at Zurriola Beach, or enjoy a relaxing morning by the sea, soaking up the vibrant coastal energy.
Later we have our guided walking tour through San Sebastián, where we'll uncover the rich history of the Basque Country. Along the way, we dive into the world of pintxos, hopping between top local bars to sample these iconic small bites while learning about their origins and cultural significance.
In the afternoon, we can unwind on La Concha Beach or visit the iconic Peine del Viento, a striking sculpture blending art and nature, set against the dramatic backdrop of the sea. From there, we take the funicular up to Monte Igueldo, where breathtaking panoramic views of San Sebastián await..
As night falls, we'll step into San Sebastián’s buzzing nightlife, exploring cozy wine bars and lively taverns for a true taste of Basque evening culture.
Included: Walking and Pintxo Hopping Tour with local expert
Money pot: Guide tips, any public transport
Not included: Meals and drinks outside of the tour
San Sebastián
Scenic Views & More Basque Food!
We start day with a morning walk up Mount Ulia, a peaceful coastal trail offering panoramic views and a refreshing escape into nature—an ideal way to take in San Sebastián’s natural beauty.
Afterwards, we can enjoy a light snack in Gros, like a perfectly cooked tortilla de patata, a local favorite.
For lunch, we head just outside the city to a traditional Basque cider house, where we'll experience the region’s cider culture firsthand. Feast on grilled txuleta (steak), cod omelette, and local cheese while sipping cider straight from the barrel—a lively and authentic Basque tradition.
In the evening, we have the option to deepen our culinary connection with an optional Basque cooking class, guided by local experts. With dinner starting late in San Sebastián, we’ll have plenty of time to enjoy every bite at our own pace.
Money pot: Public transport, optional activities
Not included: Meals and drinks
Home time!
Home time!
Sadly it's time to check-out and we are free to leave whenever ready! If we have a late flight there's time to grab some souvenirs or even squeeze in a few more pintxos at lunch before heading home.
There are direct buses to Bilbao airport from San Sebastián bus terminal.
Not included: Transfers to the airport, meals and drinks

The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.
However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!