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A cobblestone street with traditional half-timbered buildings, a fountain, and a statue. 1
A street with buildings featuring red and white facades, a bench, and potted plants. 2
A traditional building with a sign reading "HERRDO EICHEA - MAIRIE". 3
A half-timbered building with red shutters and decorative leaf garlands. 4
A collection of red chili peppers. 5

Tour of villages in the French Basque Pyrenees Sare, Ainhoa and Espelette

By Buendía
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $105 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the charm of the French Basque Country on an excursion from Bilbao and San Sebastian. You will cross to France to visit Sare, one of the most beautiful villages, with free time to tour its historic centre and church. Continue to Ainhoa, famous for its high street of white houses and traditional atmosphere. The route ends in Espelette, known for its red pepper, where you can have lunch, walk and enjoy its gastronomy. A complete experience between landscapes, culture and traditions, ideal to know some of the most authentic corners of the region in one day.

Activity location

  • Sare
    • Sare, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 60
    • 60 Mazarredo Zumarkalea
    • 48009, Bilbao, Euskadi, Spain

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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From San Sebastian in English

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • English

Starting point:
San Sebastián Bus Station, Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, 20012 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30AM
Price details
CA $105.06 x 1 AdultCA $105.06
Total
Price is CA $105.06
Until Wed, Aug 12

From San Sebastian in Spanish

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • Spanish

Starting point:
San Sebastián Bus Station, Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, 20012 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 9:30AM
Price details
CA $105.06 x 1 AdultCA $105.06
Total
Price is CA $105.06
Until Wed, Aug 12

From Bilbao in English

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
CA $111.52 x 1 AdultCA $111.52
Total
Price is CA $111.52
Until Wed, Aug 12

From Bilbao in Spanish

  • Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes10h 30m
    10h 30m
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
CA $111.52 x 1 AdultCA $111.52
Total
Price is CA $111.52
Until Wed, Aug 12

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Guided tours in Sare and Espelette
  • Inclusions
    Transfer by bus
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to monuments
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • During the tour we will cross the border with France. It is important that the client carries his updated identification document

Activity itinerary

Sare

  • 1h 10m
The first stop will be Sare, considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. Upon arrival, you will have time to discover its essence at your own pace, stroll through its historic centre and approach the Church of San Martin de Sare, one of its main symbols. Surrounded by nature and with a marked Basque character, Sare offers a perfect first contact with the region.

Ainhoa

  • 1h
We will resume our route to Ainhoa. In this picturesque village, considered one of the most beautiful in France, we will take a guided tour to discover charming places such as the Church of Ainhoa and its former laundry room, witnesses of local history and traditions. After the visit, you will have free time to tour the centre at your own pace, enjoy the quiet atmosphere and be surprised by the architecture and unique character of this beautiful corner of the French Basque Country.

Espelette

  • 2h 15m
The last stop will be Espelette, internationally famous for its iconic red pepper, the “piment d’Espelette”, which adorns the facades of its houses. This lively village combines tradition, gastronomy and a unique atmosphere. Here you will have plenty of time to enjoy lunch at your leisure, taste local produce and stroll through its colourful streets. Don’t miss the Church of Saint-Étienne or visit the Espelette Pepper Interpretation Centre to learn more about this iconic product.

Location

Activity location

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    Sare
    • Sare, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 60
    • 60 Mazarredo Zumarkalea
    • 48009, Bilbao, Euskadi, France
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    San Sebastián Bus Station
    • 1 Federico García Lorca Pasealekua
    • 20012, Donostia / San Sebastián, Euskadi, France

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