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The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local

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With a local born and raised in Bilbao come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local 100% Basque guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We are the original "Bilbao Food Tour" having pioneered the idea in the city starting in 2014.

We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!

What's Included

  • Dinner Please come hungry! You will have a full dinner.
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

San Nikolas Plazatxoa
48006 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain

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End point

Plaza Nueva
Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao, Vizcaya, Spain

What To Expect

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-We will do as the Basques do! A bar hopping tour of Bilbao. We (the Basque people!) demonstrate our love of gastronomy with these tasty little bar snacks.-We will try the special pintxos, the ones you don't see on the bars! I will order them for you and the chef will make them instantly for you.-We are going to sample the traditional pintxos and also others that have been given AWARDS in the famous pintxo competitions. You will experience all Bilbao has to offer on this tour with stops at very modern bars, and also stops at some of the oldest bars in the city!-I will teach you how to order pintxos. After my tour you will have the confidence to go in any bar in the city!-I pair the pintxos with a wine most suitable to type of food we are experiencing. We will sample red and white wine, cider, and other drinks on this tour.-I know the best bars in my city and what to order as I was born and raised in Bilbao!
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not recommended for vegans
  • Not recommended for vegetarians

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Dinner. Please come hungry! You will have a full dinner.
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
  • 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
  • 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider).
  • Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 14. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • DinnerPlease come hungry! You will have a full dinner.
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
  • 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider)
  • Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not recommended for vegans
  • Not recommended for vegetarians
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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