Discover the heart of Basque wine culture with a guided tour of a traditional Txakoli Winery and the charming coastal town of Getaria. From San Sebastian, you will venture towards Getaria, a picturesque fishing village renowned for its fine fish restaurants, being the birthplace of Juan Sebastian Elcano (the Basque sailor who completed the first voyage around the world), the famous fashion designer Cristobal Balenciaga, and, of course, Txakoli Wine. After discovering Getaria, we will head to a family-run Txakoli Winery to learn about the unique production process of Txakoli. Start with a stroll through lush Txakoli vineyards overlooking the sea and immerse yourself in the world of Txakoli inside the winery. After the winery visit, we will enjoy a tasting of this crisp, lightly sparkling white wine paired with local specialties. This half day tour offers the perfect blend of wine, history, and breathtaking scenery.
Pickup included
Hotel Pick-up and departure from San Sebastian. Your tour guide/driver will pick you up from your Hotel or accommodation address provided in San Sebastian.
9:30AM Admire panoramic views of Getaria from Mount Talai Mendi. Glance at the sprawling Getaria coastline with its dramatic cliffs plunging into the Cantabrian Sea, creating a perfect contrast of blue and green.
10AM Arrival in Getaria and easy-going guided walking tour through the main sights and landmarks of this medieval town, including: the fishermen's port, cobbled streets, colorful houses and the Gothic style Church of San Salvador. It's known for its rich maritime heritage being the birthplace of the famous fashion designer Cristóbal Balenciaga and the explorer Juan Sebastián Elcano. You will fall in love of this little town nestled between txakoli vineyards and the Cantabric Sea.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Your guide will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in San Sebastian or from the accommodation address provided.