San Sebastián: Traditional Cider House Tour with Lunch
Gipuzkoa, San Sebastian
Travel from San Sebastián for a guided tour of a cider house, cellar, and the surrounding apple orchards. Experience the ‘Txotx’ ritual and taste natural Basque cider in a traditional farmhouse.
Cider House Tour with Lunch and Transportation from San Sebastián
This guided tour suits visitors interested in Basque cider culture, combining orchard visits, cider tasting, and a traditional lunch near San Sebastián.
Highlights
- Explore a Basque cider house and experience the Txotx tasting ritual
- Walk through apple orchards and learn about cider production
- Visit cider cellars and sample natural Basque cider
- Enjoy a traditional lunch including cheeses, jelly, and walnuts
- Transportation included from San Sebastián to the cider house
Description
Depart from San Sebastián to discover the history and craft of Basque cider, a drink with over a thousand years of tradition deeply tied to local culture and gastronomy.
Accompanied by a guide, visit apple orchards, farmhouses, cider production areas, and the cellars. Learn about the Txotx ritual, where cider is poured directly from barrels, and taste its authentic flavor.
Break for a farmhouse lunch featuring cod omelet, grilled T-bone steak, cheeses with jelly and walnuts, bread, and cider. After the visit, return to San Sebastián relaxed and informed.
Note: The shared guided tour may be conducted in multiple languages depending on group composition.
Includes
- Cider house guided tour
- Transportation from a designated meeting point in San Sebastián
- Lunch: cod omelet, grilled T-bone steak, cheese with jelly and walnuts, bread, and cider
- Cider and pintxo tasting
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for orchard walks and book in advance, especially during weekends and holidays.
