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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Set off on the pilgrim's route to Santiago de Compostela & discover the magic of the inland. Listed villages, mountain landscapes, wild nature, vineyards & gastronomy. Food tour option available!
Espelette, world-famous for the chilli pepper used by chefs everywhere.
Ainhoa, listed as one of France's most beautiful villages!
The theme of the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela will also be in the spotlight at this Bastide, created in the 13th century to settle the population and provide a stopover for pilgrims.
Pas de Roland is one of the pleasant surprises, with its rocky gorge and the tumultuous La Nive river running through it.
In this part of the tour, you can admire the inhabitants of our mountains: vultures, ewes and pottoks, Basque horses with prehistoric origins.
St Jean Pied de Port, a magnificent 12th-century fortified town, capital of Lower Navarre and a key stop on the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.
Irouléguy, famous for its vineyards and estates.
What's included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Gratuities
What to expect
Espelette
1h 30m
We'll start with a visit to Espelette, world-famous for the chilli pepper used by chefs everywhere. The village lies on the border between the provinces of Labourd and Basse Navarre. This is not just a historical boundary, but also a geological one, as the landscape changes and we enter a mountainous area.
Ainhoa
1h 30m
Nearby is the lovely village of Ainhoa, listed as one of France's most beautiful villages, where your guide will introduce you to Basque culture and social organization. The theme of the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela will also be in the spotlight at this Bastide, created in the 13th century to settle the population and provide a stopover for pilgrims.
Bidarray
1h
We'll then set off on an adventure along charming mountain paths, where every bend offers a new source of wonder. Pas de Roland is one of the pleasant surprises, with its rocky gorge and the tumultuous La Nive river running through it. The romantic landscape is the subject of many legends, but its name refers to a very real page in history when Charlemagnes' nephew folded to the Basque warriors. In this part of the tour, you can admire the inhabitants of our mountains: vultures, ewes and pottoks, Basque horses with prehistoric origins.
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
3h
We'll reach St Jean Pied de Port, a magnificent 12th-century fortified town, capital of Lower Navarre and a key stop on the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. The steep pedestrian streets are perfect for a Lunch break in one of the many restaurants. Afterwards, take a stroll to discover the history of this bastide town and do some shopping.
Ispoure
1h
We'll continue on to the village of Irouléguy, famous for its vineyards and estates. They were originally dedicated to the monks of the Spanish monastery of Roncesvalles and the pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela. Between history and tasting, this stopover will delight the curious and gourmets alike.We will end the day with a return trip to the coast..
Biarritz
1h
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Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your driver guide will pick you up at the address indicated. Please give us a telephone number where we can reach you.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
