Zarautz

Day Trips

After pick-up, you will head along the coast to Zarautz, a surf spot in the Basque Country where many Basque people go for holidays. Then, you will visit Getaria, a fishing village where it seems like time has not passed. The streets of the city are well-preserved and it is also the birth town of Juan Sebastian de Elkano, the first man making an earth round-trip and Cristobal Balenciaga, famous fashion designer and the founder of the Balenciaga fashion house. Finally, you will visit the Txakoli cellar where you will see fields of grapes, accompanied by an expert who will explain everything regarding the local wine. At the end of the visit you will taste different kinds of Txakolis produce.

Pickup from your hotel will take place at 9:00 AM. Proceed to stops at Orio and Zarautz, where you will have the opportunity to see the traditional and the modern Basque coastal lifestyle from fishing boats to popular surfing spots. In Getaria, see fields of vineyards where txakoli, the most famous Basque white wine, is produced. Finally, visit Zumaia where San Telmo hermitage, the Flysch area and Itzurun Beach are located. This town has become well-known for being one of the areas where the last season of "Game of Thrones" was shot. You have the option to book this tour as a private or shared experience. Along the journey a lunch will be served, included with your tour. The tour will conclude with a drop-off at your hotel so you don't have to worry over logistics; just get ready to enjoy an amazing trip.

Start your day with a convenient pick-up service at your hotel. Here, your driver will be waiting to pick you up and after a short meet and greet, you will hop aboard your private vehicle and set off for your first destination.  After a short and scenic drive, you will arrive in the village of Orio. Here, your friendly driver/guide will introduce you to some of the local customs whilst you go sightseeing around this spectacular place. Follow this up with a trip to Getaria, the birthplace of Sebastian Elkano the first man to complete the voyage around the globe. Witness how the village proudly remembers the feat with a monument and several statues in different locations. Getaria is also the birthplace of Cristobal Balenciaga, the famous fashion designer that created the Balenciaga brand. After this, you will visit San Telmo hermitage in Zumaia. Located on top of a cliff, the beach and coastline below has become increasingly famous in recent years since it was used as a shooting location for popular TV series, Game of Thrones. Experience stunning panoramic views of the coastline whilst you are here. After this half day full of adventure, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or any other place of convenience, and you can continue enjoying the city of San Sebastian during the afternoon.

This full-day tour combines the typical coastal villages like Zarautz, Getaria &and Zumaia and the lovely mountain roads and views. Zarautz boasts a strong marine tradition of whale hunting which lasted here until the 16th century. Getaria is a charming small fishing village and home of Juan Sebastian Elcano, the man who was first to sail around the world. Discover the famous "Txakoli" local white wine vineyards along the coast and their amazing views and landscapes. Zumaia town offers green mountains which crash into the wild Atlantic Ocean. Driving by old Basque farmhouses, narrow mountainous roads, small villages, sheep and cows, you'll discover the essence of the Basque Country. Explore Ernio and Izarraitz mountains, stunning 360-degree views from the top, with no effort as you will be driven almost to the summit.

The fly will depend in weather conditions. If wind conditions are appropiate the flight will be done in San Sebastian. If the wind is not appropriate in San Sebastian you will move to Zarautz where the views are equally spectacular. The San Sebastian fly jumping point is located in Ulia mountain, just in front of Zurriola beach. In case the flight is taken to Zarautz you will fly from Talai Mendi where you will be able to see the sea, the beach, and the city from a privileged vantage point. Enjoy a unique adventure and feel like a bird having spectacular aerial views while being accompanied by an experienced instructor.