- Saint-Etienne-de-Baigorry - After morning pickup in San Sebastian, we will begin our journey taking the quiet and scenic countryside road to cross the border into France to spend the day in the French Basque Countryside. Our first stop will be the quaint town of St. ienne de Baïgorry.
- Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port - We will then continue our journey to the beautiful and charming town of Saint Jean Pied de Port, on the foothills of the Pyrenees. With its beautiful cobbled streets that run down hill across a quaint old bridge over the river Nive, the town is renown for being the starting point of the most popular route of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela on The Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago). After an easy-going stroll through the village while learning about its history and importance regarding the Camino de Santiago, you will get a break to enjoy lunch, if so desired, before continuing our route to our next stop.
- Espelette - We will head towards the picturesque town of Espelette, famous for its dried red peppers that are hung to dry from its houses and shops during the summer season. You will get the opportunity to stroll through the colorful streets of the village and do some Basque-produce shopping before beginning our drive back to San Sebastian.
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- All-inclusive fees and taxes
- Comfortable private transportation
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- Expert local guide
- Professional driver/guide
- Lunch
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of San Sebastian to immerse yourself in the tranquil rural landscapes of the French Basque region. You’ll traverse the border into France via a mountain trail historically used by contraband carriers, and explore authentic villages of the French Basque countryside. During this picturesque journey, you’ll gain insights into the lifestyle of rural inhabitants and comprehend the significance of this enchanting region to Basque culture, amidst splendid mountain and rural vistas.
Your travel group will be intimate, accommodating a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 guests. The package includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.