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French Basque Tour: Bayonne, Biarritz, Saint Jean
5.0
12 Ratings
Donostia
Discover Bayonne, Biarritz, and Saint Jean de Luz from San Sebastián. Savor local flavors, explore historic streets, and enjoy coastal beauty.
Discover Bayonne, Biarritz, and Saint Jean de Luz from San Sebastián. Savor local flavors, explore historic streets, and enjoy coastal beauty.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bayonne - Discover the vibrant culture of Bayonne, the capital of the French Basque Country, with our expert guide leading the way. Stroll through the historic Old Town, where narrow streets and half-timbered houses lead you to the stunning Gothic-style Bayonne Cathedral. Our guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the town’s rich…
- Bayonne - Discover the vibrant culture of Bayonne, the capital of the French Basque Country, with our expert guide leading the way. Stroll through the historic Old Town, where narrow streets and half-timbered houses lead you to the stunning Gothic-style Bayonne Cathedral. Our guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the town’s rich history and unique architecture. Don’t miss out on the famous Bayonne chocolate, a sweet treat that showcases the town’s longstanding confectionery tradition. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the picturesque Nive River, soaking in the unique blend of French and Basque influences that make Bayonne so special.
- Biarritz - Discover the vibrant charm of Biarritz, the jewel of the French Basque Country and a favorite summer destination of Napoleon III. Begin with a visit to the iconic Biarritz Lighthouse area, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the city. Dive into the lively atmosphere of Les Halles market, known for its rich history and local specialties like cheese, ham, and seafood. You’ll have free time to explore the market further and enjoy lunch on your own in the market area. Finally, take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque waterfront, soaking in the town’s unique blend of French and Basque influences and its reputation as a world-renowned surfing destination.
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz - Finally we will step into the captivating ambiance of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Join our friendly guide as we explore the historic Saint John the Baptist Church, where Louis XIV exchanged vows amidst stories of romance and intrigue. Wander through the charming streets, imagining the swashbuckling adventures of pirates who once roamed these shores. We won’t miss the chance to check out the bustling port, where colorful fishing boats line the docks and seagulls swoop overhead. Finally, indulge your taste buds at Maison Adam, sampling their legendary macarons and savoring the flavors of centuries-old tradition.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the French Basque Country! Explore Bayonne, Biarritz, and Saint Jean de Luz with expert guide. Indulge in local flavors and coastal beauty.
At 9 am, depart from San Sebastián to Bayonne, the heart of the French Basque Country. Wander its Gothic streets, explore the cathedral, and enjoy a relaxing walk along the…
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the French Basque Country! Explore Bayonne, Biarritz, and Saint Jean de Luz with expert guide. Indulge in local flavors and coastal beauty.
At 9 am, depart from San Sebastián to Bayonne, the heart of the French Basque Country. Wander its Gothic streets, explore the cathedral, and enjoy a relaxing walk along the picturesque Nive River.
Continue to Biarritz, a coastal gem renowned for its surfing heritage and stunning promenade. Visit Les Halles market to sample local delicacies.
End the tour in Saint Jean de Luz, where history comes alive in charming streets. Visit Maison Adam, birthplace of the iconic macaron.
- Adults and teens over 12 years old only
- Please carry your passport or your European Union ID
- Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions.
Location
Antonio Okendo Almirantea
De Okendo Plaza
Please wait for your guide by the statue, on the river side.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Emilylb2243tb
Aug 8, 2025
Basque-nificent Tour! - We were lucky to get Mikel on a private tour for our family - he is deeply knowledgeable about the Basque region, its history and traditions. The tour was well planned, and we had enough time during the tour to experience the unique charm of each city. The entire Basque region has so much to offer, and we can’t wait to come back to continue learning about this beautiful area.
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Davidsims216
Jul 2, 2025
Great 1 Day Trip, Great Host, would do it again!! - Such an amazing day. Was perfect for a one day trip around the local area and French Basque towns. Markel the host was excellent, he was very friendly, polite and made us feel at ease. He had so much knowledge of the history and local areas, there was never a dull moment and it felt like a great balance between seeing the sights, the culture and learning a lot! Would 100% recommend to anyone, singles, couples and small families/groups.
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Laura_c
Jun 13, 2025
Best Tour Of Your Life! - My 14 year old twins and I did this tour on 6/12 with Martin and it was incredible. Total group size was 5 people and Martin knew every city like the back of his hand! Bayonne, Biarritz and Saint Jean de Lux —such rich history he shared on each location with entertaining stories that brought the people and rich history to life! Martin grew up in San Sebastián and his family is multi generation wine makers — and he has traveled the world. He seems to love providing a fun and entertaining day learning about French while being very flexible and accommodating to the interests and culinary preferences of his participants. This was an amazing day—and I perhaps learned more History about France in the 8 hours of the adventure than 12 years of schooling in the U.S. You will go to THE most beautiful spots for photos—visual memories to have for a life time! GO ON THIS TOUR!! It is worth every penny—you deserve an amazing experience and book this tour and make sure Martin is your tour guide!
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Carriannw2018
Jun 11, 2025
Beautiful scenery and wonderful history! - Wonderful and informative day touring Bayonne, Biarritz and St Jean. We enjoyed walking these beautiful towns and stopping at the chocolate shop Puyodebat and the bakery that serves the original Macaron - Maison Adam. Thank you for the great information on the history and culture of the Basque country.
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Christine_d
May 30, 2025
Most enjoyable day. - We had a great day visiting the towns of Bayonne, Biarritz and St Jean de Luz.
Martin was very informative and friendly and spoilt us with little treats to eat.
The day was relaxing and we had time for lunch and shopping.
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Heidi_b
May 29, 2025
Great day exploring Bayonne, Biarritz, St.Jean De Luz - What an amazing journey Martin cultivated for us. Before we left San Sebastian, he asked a few questions so that he could tailor our trip and off we went. Having spent time in Bayonne, Biarritz, St.Jean De Luz when he had lots of great insights to small shops to pick up chocolate or macaroons or great backroads with scenic vistas. We were going to make this trip by ourselves and so thrilled that we did not.
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Emmettr2022
May 11, 2025
Great Trip and Flexibility - Excellent tour. Martin did was realloy great. When we arrived in Biarritz they were having an event in town and there was no place to park and traffic was a nightmare.
Martin suggested we move on and offered an alternate location of Hondarribia which was excellent and a much nore interesting location and a beautifil drive.
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Frequentflier299635
Apr 23, 2025
Wonderful - Great experience. Our tour guide Jan was very pleasant and knowledgeable . Very accommodating. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to visit Biarritz and its surrounding city.
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Norikom755
Feb 2, 2025
Great Tour! - Martin was a fantastic guide — knowledgeable, engaging, and fun! Despite the stormy weather, he made sure we had a wonderful day exploring the French Basque region. His deep knowledge of Basque history and culture, combined with his great sense of humor, made the experience both informative and enjoyable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide — highly recommended!!!
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Vale_b
Sep 17, 2024
Best guide ever, and beautiful places. - We loved this tour! Our guide was friendly, very professional, and he made every place interesting. He picked up us at our hotel because the upcoming film festival made it difficult to go to the meeting point. While driving he was talking about history of the places we will visiting. A few minutes on the road and we already felt comfortable like we were riding with old friends. The places we visited were better than expected. I personally liked St. Jean de Luz. Since we skipped lunch to have more time enjoying the views, our guide took us to a place I mentioned before, what a nice gesture, thank you very much! I highly recommend this tour, I would do it again with no doubt.
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