Biarritz and French Basque Coast Private Tour from San Sebastián

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About this activity

This is not a fixed sightseeing checklist, but a private day across the Basque border shaped around you. Explore Bayonne, Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz at a relaxed pace, then choose how to make the day your own: linger over lunch by the coast, spend more time in the place you connect with most, follow the scenic Corniche or, when timing allows, finish with pintxos in Hondarribia. Your local host adapts the route to your interests, the weather and the rhythm of your group. Two countries, one Basque culture, experienced your way.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: The Local Way

Ages: Infants (1–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–89 years) · Seniors (90–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Included: Fuel, tolls and parking fees are included.
Included: Private transportation: Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in San Sebastián.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Included: Snacks: A small tasting of a traditional local speciality is included.

Not included

Not included: Meals: Lunch is not included. Your guide will recommend local restaurants according to your preferences.
Not included: Alcoholic beverages: Alcoholic drinks are not included and can be purchased separately.
Not included: Gratuities are not included and are entirely optional.

Itinerary

Bayonne

1 h 30 min

Discover Bayonne, the cultural heart of the French Basque Country. Walk through its colourful old town, admire its traditional architecture and explore the streets shaped by the Nive and Adour rivers.

Along the way, learn about the city’s Basque identity, its famous festivals and its long connection with chocolate and Bayonne ham. Depending on the day, there may also be time to visit a local shop or taste a regional speciality.
Biarritz

3 hours

Continue to Biarritz, an elegant seaside city where royal history, Basque traditions and surf culture come together.

During the visit, discover the Grande Plage, the Hôtel du Palais, the old fishing harbour and the Rocher de la Vierge. Learn how a former whaling village became one of Europe’s most fashionable coastal resorts.

There will also be time to enjoy lunch and explore part of the city at your own pace.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz

one hour

Explore one of the most charming towns on the French Basque Coast. Walk beside the fishing harbour, discover its historic streets and hear stories of fishermen, corsairs and wealthy shipowners.

Visit the area around Place Louis XIV and the Church of Saint John the Baptist, where Louis XIV married Maria Theresa of Spain.

You will also have some free time to browse local shops, enjoy a coffee or taste a traditional speciality.
Corniche Basque

25 min

End the day with a scenic drive along the Basque Corniche, one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the region.

We will stop at a panoramic viewpoint to admire the cliffs, the Atlantic Ocean and the traditional landscapes that connect the mountains with the sea.

It is a peaceful and memorable way to finish the experience before returning to San Sebastián.
Hondarribia

one hour

If time and your interests allow, we may finish the day in Hondarribia, one of the most charming fishing towns on the Spanish Basque coast. Walk through the colorful Marina neighborhood, explore the historic quarter or finish the experience with a pintxo and a drink before returning to San Sebastián. This optional stop can replace additional free time or a longer lunch elsewhere on the route.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Letoh Letoh San Sebastian
Okako Hotel
Hotel Atari
Arku Alojamientos
Leonardo Hotel San Sebastian
Nobu Hotel San Sebastian
Hesperia Donosti San Sebastian
Somn Hipsuites Ondarreta
The Social Hub San Sebastian
Hotel Arrizul Catedral
Casual de las Olas San Sebastian
SANSEbay Hotel

and 61 more pickup points

Pickup is available from hotels and accommodations in central San Sebastián. Please provide your accommodation name and address when booking. The exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour includes walking on uneven streets, cobblestones and some steps. Please let us know in advance if you have reduced mobility so we can adapt the itinerary where possible.