Basque Experiences
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BE Basque with Basque Experiences. We create private, personalised tours for those travellers seeking authentic experiences in the Basque Country. Specialising in tailor-made multi-day tours we also offer shorter one-day private experiences. Drop us a line and we can discuss your ideas. BE Basque with Basque Experiences - Basque Country Tours
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Shruthi V
1 contribution
Jun 2022
My work colleagues and I planned a one day trip to San Sebastian. We struggled a bit to find a vehicle as we were more than the allowed number of persons for the taxi. However, Erik from Basque Experiences was able to arrange a VERY comfortable bus for.
He was immensely patient with our planning and helped fir the trip in between our busy schedule and even suggested trip ideas for no extra cost. Since we had to book everything remotely, Erik's prompt responses and explanation proved to be very helpful.
We had a wonderful time in San Sebastian - the perfect mix of learning some cultural history thanks to our guide Pedro and some leisurely time to ourselves.
It is safe to say our team would definitely recommend them again if you're looking for a service that covers everything from pick-ups, drop-offs, and a guide; all encompassed with a memorable trip :)
He was immensely patient with our planning and helped fir the trip in between our busy schedule and even suggested trip ideas for no extra cost. Since we had to book everything remotely, Erik's prompt responses and explanation proved to be very helpful.
We had a wonderful time in San Sebastian - the perfect mix of learning some cultural history thanks to our guide Pedro and some leisurely time to ourselves.
It is safe to say our team would definitely recommend them again if you're looking for a service that covers everything from pick-ups, drop-offs, and a guide; all encompassed with a memorable trip :)
Written July 12, 2022
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Thank you S! So glad you had a great time here, and that we made your visit to the Basque Country so special!
Thanks. E
Written July 13, 2022
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Rafaella J
Clitheroe, UK4 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
We took part in a pintxos tour for a hen party. Eric and John were very helpful and knowledgeable. The tour had a range of different bars and speciality pintxos and the guide was easily able to accommodate for intolerances and dietary requirements.
As well as showing us excellent food the guide taught us some history of Bilbao. And gave us recommendations for the rest of our holiday. Highly recommend
As well as showing us excellent food the guide taught us some history of Bilbao. And gave us recommendations for the rest of our holiday. Highly recommend
Written August 29, 2022
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Thank you so much R!
We like to see our guests go home happy!
E
Written September 19, 2022
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Grace Charlie
3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I did a private pintxos tour with Erik in Bilbao. It was fantastic. We went around a variety of bars, some modern, some old, and had a drink and a pinxto at each one. Erik knew lots about Bilbao and knew a lot of the locals. It was an experience I never would have had alone. I would highly recommend a private tour with these guys, it’s worth every euro.
Written January 18, 2020
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G! A real pleasure to show you the sights (and tastes :)! Glad you enjoyed yourself, if you are this way on your way back, we can do round 2!
E
Written January 22, 2020
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FHK
1 contribution
Jun 2022
A couple of months ago I planned a birthday-surprise-trip for my twins and their best friend looking out for a place in Europe where nobody of us had ever been before. I chosed the Basque Country, spanish and french part. Erik from „basque experience“ planned a marvellous one day trip for us by private car and private guide from Bilbao where we stayed to San Sebastian and Biarritz. Guide Maru told us a lot about basque history and lifestyle, we enjoyed the best pintxos ever and the beautiful nature. Basque people are very proud of their country and now we really know why. We´ll come back for sure, thank you so much, Erik
Written July 9, 2022
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So glad you enjoyed our country! You had perfect weather and the trip worked out fantastically!
See you all again soon. E
Written July 11, 2022
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SJA-LondonClaret
London, UK7 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
The Basque country and La Rioja are such amazing regions. A friend of mine knows Erik from Basque Experiences from University days and he was brilliant. He is bilingual, mother is Basque and father English, and he gave us some great recommendations when we weren't with him, and really showed us some amazing parts of the Basque region when he acted as a guide. After we first got in touch Erik and his partner Jose took care of all our hotel reservations, bodega visits, restaurant bookings etc. and they were all spot on. We were interested mostly in food and wine and we went to some amazing pinxtos bar, bought some great wine and even managed to get a table at Arzak. Basque Experiences do lots of different sorts of activities so next time will probably look at the hiking and hopefully the cider if the season is right. Highly recommended if you want to see more than the tick list in a guide book.
Written September 19, 2014
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The pleasure was all ours guys. I had a fantastic time with you, such a delight to meet such enthusiastic and passionate people. I look forward to seeing you for a couple of Ciders in the New Year, and perhaps a visit to San Mamés!! Ikusi Arte!!!!
Written September 29, 2014
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Steve C
1 contribution
Apr 2014 • Couples
We booked 3 nights / four days away without the kids, as such we wanted to make sure that we got the most from the trip! We had been to San Sebastian for a day with the family and wanted to go back. We decided to book through Basque experiences as our friends had recommended them and it was a great move. We got picked up at the airport in a massive air conditioned Mercedes that was cheaper than a normal cab, we were then dropped at the Soro hotel which was excellent. The Basque experiences team had provided a bottle of iced Cava in the room upon arrival that didn’t appear on the bill! We then went to some amazing restaurants and bars, the highlight of wich was the cider house. Drinking Cider straight out of the barrel, with garlic cod, salt cod omelette, T-bone steak, and walnuts and cheese made on the farm to finish. My wife is a stickler for budgeting and checked all the prices, and we got either the same deal, or better than that quoted on the sites themselves, so there is no additional cost for local knowledge. Basically, it’s like knowing someone who lives in the Basque region giving you loads of amazing tips. I would recommend it to anyone, otherwise there is always the risk of falling into the typical tourist holiday, rather than really getting a feel for this amazing part of the world.
Written August 27, 2014
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Thanks so very much S&K! Short and sweet as they say but what great fun!! I think K will remember the Cider House owner with a chuckle! Secondly thanks so much for sending your friends over too. There is nothing like a word-of-mouth recommendation from a happy guest!! See you for Paellas!!
Written September 29, 2014
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Amy R
Marietta, GA27 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Our cruise took us to Bilbao, Spain in July during the running of the bulls in nearby Pamplona, and my husband and I - not being fans of bullfighting - wanted to do something different, but found very few options available. Erik in Basque Experiences was not only available, but very accommodating in developing a customized private tour for my husband and me that met our interests and our schedule. His tour was a highlight of our vacation. Learning that we were interested in unique experiences and like good food and beautiful scenery, Erik arranged for us to visit an artisanal cheese farm - we saw the brothers who own this farm milk the sheep, herd the sheep, and make the cheese that they sell locally. We had a wonderful extended conversation with them - it was just the two of us on this visit - and learned a lot about cheese and the Basque region. And then we had a cheese-tasting, along with some local cider and a splendid view. I've had Idiazabal cheese from Spain before, and this was no comparison. My husband was talking about this tour for the rest of the vacation - it was definitely a hit! Erik also took us to San Sebastian, where we had pintxos at a number of local bars that were really quite good. He picked us up at the ship and had us back at port in time for our departure - he was personable, enthusiastic, and dedicated to making sure we had a wonderful experience in the Basque country and made the most of the limited time we had there. He even followed up a few days later with a personal note to see how the rest of our vacation was going. I recommend Erik and his company very highly.
Written August 22, 2016
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A & F... What a great review!.. Blushing... A short but sweet tour it was but we did all get on so well!! I too had a great time with the enthusiastic brothers and dogs!! And San Sebastian, well it doesn't need to much talking up really :) Glad you had a great time, next time more singing in the car OK? Take care E
Written August 24, 2016
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No7Kingsclere
Esher, UK18 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
Forget your bucket list, this is the one gastronomy tour that you have to do!
Immerse yourself in the culture of the Basque region and it’s wonderful people in the expert hands of Jose, Erik and his team and you will truly understand what makes the Basque region the culinary capital of the world. Thank you for making this a trip of a lifetime, amazing!
Immerse yourself in the culture of the Basque region and it’s wonderful people in the expert hands of Jose, Erik and his team and you will truly understand what makes the Basque region the culinary capital of the world. Thank you for making this a trip of a lifetime, amazing!
Written October 26, 2018
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What a fantastic weekend we had! It was a real pleasure getting the chance to show you what its all about here! Looking forward to seeing you all next week, and then we can discuss a new tour for 2019! E
Written October 30, 2018
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Bigbadbazfa
10 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
We had a fantastic few days cycling awesome routes starting in Bilbao & ending in Pamplona - we had 3 private routes designed which took in multiple category 3 and 4 climbs as well as a category 1 climb. We cycled above the clouds and had spectacular views in both Spain & France.
The food and drink were amazing taking in local culture and doing things differently. Our host Erik was awesome with all arrangements taken care of in every minor detail from accommodation to support car and broomwagon responsibilities to sorting fantastic cafe stops on route.
Highly recommended!!!
The food and drink were amazing taking in local culture and doing things differently. Our host Erik was awesome with all arrangements taken care of in every minor detail from accommodation to support car and broomwagon responsibilities to sorting fantastic cafe stops on route.
Highly recommended!!!
Written June 13, 2018
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B,
Thanks for your kind words! I had a great time with you guys! Laughs a plenty after some hard days! So glad you enjoyed yourselves and look forward to having you over again to this beautiful corner of the world! E
Written June 14, 2018
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Beverly M
Methuen, Massachusetts24 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
My husband and I just spent an incredible week with Erik and our new friends from a wine and culinary tour held by Svetlana of The Wine Steward/WineNot Boutique. Erik was fantastic! He has such a great personality and knowledge of the areas that we visited. The food and wine were beyond our expectations. We had an issue with one of the hotels not having ac in our room and Erik corrected the issue within a very short period of time. We visited many bodegas of the highest quality wines. The restaurants were fabulous. It was an amazing trip. The best one yet! If you plan to go to the Basque area, you must call Erik of Basque Experiences to tour with him!!
Written October 1, 2015
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B & D, Thanks ever so much for your great review! We did have an amazing time and am so happy you went back with some fabulous memories! It was a pleasure to travel with all 13 of you! Take care. Erik
Written October 2, 2015
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Hola,somos siete chicas que nos gustaria hacer un tour gastronomico por la noche el dia 15 de Julio,cabria la posibilidad?? Y precio?? Gracias Olga”
Written June 14, 2017
Gracias por contactarnos para el tour gastronómico.
¿ Nos pueden enviar un mail a la empresa para poder atender mejor su petición ?
Un saludo y gracias de nuevo
José
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Written June 14, 2017
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