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

5.0(1,298)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1298 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy The Best of Basque - Basque Country & La Rioja Tours
The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local

About this activity

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 with our website: bilbaofoodtour.com

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

  • ✓Please come hungry! You will have a full dinner.
  • ✓Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.
  • ✓1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
  • ✓5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider)

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • Please meet the guide right in front of the KFC.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not recommended for vegans
  • Not recommended for vegetarians

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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