Traditional Basque Cider House Tour with Steak Lunch
Travel from San Sebastián to taste bottomless barrel-poured cider and eat a classic 4-course meal
Celebrate the thousand-year-old cider-making heritage of the Basque Country with an exclusive look at one of the family-run cellars of the Sagardoa Route. You will learn the art of the perfect pour and the history of the apple harvest before feasting on a classic menu of cod omelets and grilled steaks. With round-trip transport included, you can fully enjoy the bottomless cider tasting without worrying about the return trip. This is the definitive Basque culinary experience. Join us!
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Traditional four-course cider house meal
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Bottomless barrel-poured cider
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Round-trip transportation from San Sebastian
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Cidery entry and tour
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Farmhouse fun and flavors
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Calle Bengoetxea
Meet your guide in central San Sebastian, just steps from Gipuzkoa Square. You will board the tour vehicle for a brief drive into the lush hills of the Basque interior, heading toward the historic cider-making village of Astigarraga. -
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Explore the apple orchards and press
Step into the fields of a traditional farmhouse to see where the local apple varieties are grown. You will follow your guide through the pressing areas and fermentation rooms to learn how this natural, tart cider has been crafted for over ten centuries. -
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Master the art of the txotx
Enter the cellar to experience the ritual of drinking directly from the barrel. You will learn how to catch the cider in your glass to aerate the liquid, enjoying a small pintxo snack as you sample different vintages from the massive wooden kupelas(barrels). -
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Feast on a traditional menu
Take your seat in the rustic dining hall for a classic four-course meal. You will enjoy cod omelets, fried cod with peppers, and a massive grilled T-bone steak, finished with local cheese, quince jelly, and walnuts. -
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Your tour finishes at Calle Bengoetxea
After a leisurely lunch and plenty of cider, you will be driven back to the heart of San Sebastian. You will conclude the experience back at the original meeting point.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: This tour involves uneven terrain. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local cider; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Spain (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Tour Changes: The guided tour is a shared service and may be conducted in multiple languages simultaneously depending on the guest mix.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 4-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Traditional four-course cider house meal
Bottomless cider and pintxo tasting
Round-trip transportation from San Sebastian
Visit to apple orchards and cellar
Maximum group size of 8
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, the cider house environment is traditional and welcoming to families. Children of all ages can enjoy the farmhouse atmosphere and the hearty steak meal, though the cider tasting is reserved for those over 18.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This tour involves walking through orchards and farm cellars with uneven surfaces. It is not wheelchair accessible and may be difficult for those with significant mobility issues.
Is there a specific dress code?
There is no formal dress code, but we recommend comfortable shoes for walking in the orchards and a light jacket, as the cider cellars are kept at a cool temperature.
Is the tour only in English?
This is a shared service, so the guide may provide commentary in multiple languages, such as English, Spanish, or French, to accommodate all guests in the group.
