Your tour guide will ensure you enjoy a great day. "There were really no WOW moments, but there were several very moving moments. Bus Tours. The other people on the tour were part of what made it fun--we were lucky that everyone seemed accepting and happy to share. Although we had traveled to Europe on our own utilizing the Rick Steve's books many times over the years, this was our first actual Rick Steve's Tour. Great guides and tour venue. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. There was much singing of CANTOS REGIONALES after that sumptuous meal (the wine flowed freely)!". Our guide Francisco was wonderful. "To many to select just one. "Great selection of food and wine for our lunches and dinners. Or maybe seeing St Jean Pied de Port from the top of the ramparts. Today we'll board our bus and drive deeper into El Pas Vasco the Spanish Basque Country. My first glimpse of San Sebastian, seeing the Guggenheim at sunset, drinking delicious txakoli (learning how to pronounce "Txakoli"), exploring Pamplona with Francisco, so proud of his city, realizing how tall "Puppy" really is when you stand next to it! Great Place to Go Once; Ridiculously Expensive Ticket Fees. Lakeridge Wines are sold under the Lakeridge and Lakeridge Reserve brands wines at the winery and at major supermarkets and wine shops throughout Florida. So much adventure so many wars (reminded me a bit of Scotland and battlefields ) it was balanced by the sites along the Camino/seeking peace and the gastronomic field trips. While I am not sold on bull fighting, Francisco's friend was just LOVELY. Rick-you and your coworkers have created an amazing company. "The monument at Alto de Perdon and the view was a WOW moment. 200. All in a region of intriguing history, customs and people. "The Camino de Santiago was to me a unique experience. "Walking by myself on the Camino de Santiago Trail. Every year, the vines provide an abundant crop of grapes - the building blocks for our award-winning Lakeridge wines. You will get to understand the importance of Priorats landscape in the quality of its wines. The tour was well-balanced with group learning and free time for ourselves to explore on our own. The hotels were nice. Everything was thoughtfully planned and the schedule was excellent - plenty of activity but also built in time for rest, relaxation or just being free to do what you wanted on your own. We had just finished a tour with another company and found the Rick Steves tour a whole lot more to our liking. Superlatives for every aspect of the tour. Bus Tours. Just when we felt tired a coffee break was offered. 2 Basque Country Private Tours from San Sebastian. Francisco was informative, enthusiastic and caring making sure everyone was having a great time. 2) The upbeat, happy atmosphere in Pamplona Amazing how different the cities were from each other. The one thing I would advise is to get the "bibliography" from Agustin that he sent out after the trip and send it out beforehand. 121 reviews .31 miles away . "Lunch at the Bodegas Lezaun winery.the food and wine both amazing! This was our 2nd RS tour and it did not disappoint. "Laying on the beach in San Sebastin, listening to the waves, watching the surfers and drifting off to a delightful nap.". Each day and each destination had it's own "wow" moment for me. This tour from Barcelona to San Sebastian or to Bilbao offers the perfect getaway in Rioja before reaching San Sebastian. "Guernica! Informed, enthusiastic, patient, and effective. Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us. I loved the guided city orientation walks. This was our fifth Rick Steves tour and is among our favorites, due mostly to our wonderful guide Agustin. Amazingly cohesive and like-minded group of 25 tour members. And I should mention hiking a bit of the Camino de Santiago You get the idea. Interesting region. Last chance for touring and tasting offered at 4:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday 10:00 am 5:00 pm This was our first Rick Steves tour, and it exceeded our expectations. professionalism. More than 160,000 people are expected to visit the winery annually, enjoying its extensive tasting room, festivals and gift shop. Loved the mix of activities and pace. Thanks. All our city guides were excellent and it was a high bar with Francisco as our tour coordinator. It did not disappoint. Every city on the tour brought us a little more information and a visual wonder of the life. And Guernica so much emotion that day. "The Picasso painting in Guernekey and the discussion led by Francisco.". All of our hotels were centrally located, the rooms, "Pamploma! we didn't feel too rushed but we were not bored. We always LOVE Rick Steve's toursand the value for the price was amazing. The towns/cities we visited were great. I understand it is a part of California history. Our guide, Francisco, was full of positive energy and laughter every day. I brought along a book to read and barely touched it the whole trip - there was too much to do during the day and I was too exhausted in the evening. Consider more time in Bilbao, with more to see than Guggenhenheim. We are Spains leading website for wine & food travel experiences. 1) Seeing the pilgrims on El Campo de Santiago We'll take a tour of the museum's best architectural and artistic attractions, then set you free for more museum meandering or to explore more of Bilbao's Old Town maze, its Fine Arts Museum, and other sights. The tour was well-planned and we were always informed of what was coming up and what to expect. Group sizes up to 16 people. Perfect San Sebastian wine tour to discover this fantastic wine country in Rioja with a friendly and knowledgeable local guide. Our first tour was fabulous! "Watching the running of the bulls in Pamplona was a true bucket list experience.". I'm already saving up for and planning my next one! 5) The people in our group were all amazing. Main Office: 805-927-4100 We knew little about the Basque Country when we sighed up for this trip but were interested in learning. Combine two tours into one grand adventure. "On arrival at 11 PM, watching the airport close and then, after about 1/2 hour, a taxi pulled up and rescued us.". I was hesitant to do a group tour altho my wife had done two. The guides, what we saw and the hotels were the best. After the tour, we took the bus down the hill. Group sightseeing events subject to change. The tour was very organized. We value your input and our staff is delighted to provide you with information onour wines,tasting room hoursandlocations, updatingmembership details,wine clubshipments,upcoming events, and any other questions that arise. A "wow" 4 hours spent with local guide Francisco in Pamplona as he brought to life the feast of San Fermin(running of the bulls) and the sites and sounds of his beloved home! We were impressed with the group of people we were with. A terrific, personable guide! "As with all of RS tours there is never one "wow" moment. "Walking and surviving the Camino de Santiago was wonderful - but the sheep farm and Sylvia were a definite highlight. Winetourismspain is Spains leading wine & food travel portal, Discover unique ideas to enjoy Spanish wine during your vacation or road trip in Spain. One more was the sheep farm. The duration depends on how many questions people ask of the guide. A full day tour to Montserrat from Barcelona and wine country. From behind-the-scenes tours through the worlds premier wine regions to intimate evenings at our own vineyard propertyeach of our events is an unforgettable experience that celebrates excellence in winemaking. Our Guide was a class act. The scenery was beautiful. Bull fighting house. I throughly enjoyed my first experience on a Rick Steves tour. From the balcony we could watch people below and the parade go by. I greatly admire all three. He was eloquent discussing both the painting and the troubled political history of Spain and the Basque countries in particular. Francisco also helped me get a pilgrim passport, reminded me to get it stamped as we traveled, and offered help and advice for continuing our journey to Santiago de Compostela.". "Private bull fighting museum in Pamplona, Camino day and of course Francisco as our fearless leader! This is one of the best guides to enjoy a road trip in Spains northern coastline. This was our first RS tour and we really enjoyed it. Learned a lot about a region I knew very little about, "I have wanted to go to the Guggenheim Museum for years and finally got there!!!". "There were several wow moments so it's hard to pick just one. Or maybe walking the Camino, enjoying the beautiful scenery and chatting with friends. It was so generous of our hostess to welcome us to her private space, share her collection, and to offer us wine and pinxtos. covered. "Probably visiting the Guggenheim in Bilbao. There were no awful moments.". I learned so much from Augustin and the local guides. Mon - Sat, 10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Enjoyed the tour quite a bit. Visit to Guernica and the recreated mural was a close secondthanks in large part to Francisco's very thoughtful context setting and discussion for the past and present.". Good historical information and took care of us well. If we wish to take 2 tours in one day how much time should we allow from the end of the first tour to the start of the 2nd tour? ""Becoming Basque" for a week. Really enjoyed the basque museum. Mambo! Sleep in Bilbao. Along with a wide array of members-only benefits, our Proprietor's Reserve Club receives three six-bottle shipments hand selected by our winemaker. The tour focused on a people and culture about which little is known. Guide, group, food, sights and experiences, bus rides, and all hotels except maybe 1 were perfect! There was too much time spent at the sheep farm. The tour guides were wonderful and the area spectacular. I visited Spain for the second time in the late 70s, but the Basque Country was still not considered safe. "There were many, but the best for me was the first night in Pamplona. We invite you to join us and taste our remarkable cuisine! We all got to experience the sheep, goats and dogs first hand. We were in her house, standing on her balcony, eating tapas and drinking wine. Plenty of free time The determination of the townspeople is almost inconceivable. Just a reoccurring realization that we were thoroughly enjoying ourselves with a group of fun, fun people.". The wines sold at each location can vary, if you do not see your favorite Lakeridge wine at your favorite location you can request it through the store manager. I was not disappointed. Being able to do these things were very fulfilling for me. The range was excellent from the Guggenheim in Bilbao to the sheep farm and the partial walk of the Camino with checkpoints in small towns. Fascinating to learn about the Basque country, an area I knew very little about. A close second was walking on the Camino. We'll learn about Pamplona's importance as the capital of Spain's Navarra region and as a key stop along the Camino de Santiago. We liked learning about the Basque people and their history. We had enough time in each location so that we didn't feel we were missing out on anything. This morning we'll devote our time to Frank Gehry's dazzling temple of modern art: the Guggenheim Bilbao. We had plenty of free time which is important for people to know who tend to avoid tours because of regimentation. That was also a WOW moment.". Seeing beautiful beaches, sites you have seen forever on TV, and quaint old city centers always fun. It was beautiful and we passed many pilgrims.". Hearing a justification for bull-fighting in a private bull-fighting museum was also a special Rick Steves' touch. The towns we visited were all interesting thanks to Francisco. Strenuous walking: 28 miles throughout the day with lots of hills, stairs, and uneven terrain. The winery overlooks 80+ acres of planted vineyards, pioneering the growth of both hybrid and native muscadine grapes. Xfire video game news covers all the biggest daily gaming headlines. who created a wonderful atmosphere through his knowledge, sense of humor, and (If you haven't access to it, drop me an email and I will forward. It's a beautiful area- mountains, seaside resorts, charming cities, and more. There were more but jet lag takes over at this moment.". Every stop on the Basque Country tour was beautiful and each local guide was outstanding. I think Agustin and Claire infused us with their love of their home in such as way as to entice me to want to explore the area more in the future. Our tours are physically active! Today, Guernica is considered the very heart of the Basque nation. The spirit of the trip is fun, interesting and informative. The vistas were truly unbelievable. Sun, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. He did an excellent job! Pamplona was an unexpected surprise. All so unforgettable!". This was may first Rick Steves tour and it was delightful! The Guggenheim? But honestly, there were many other wow moments.". On the third and last one we had an outstanding lunch. Buying it on line allows you to see how many tickets are left. It was a brilliant sunny day, warm with lots of sun worshipers on the beach, and surfers riding the waves. The group dinners were all superb; from the food and wine to the venues. And to experience life in person, not on social media.". To be in her personal home and see the from her perspective was very personal. It was special on this tour to see both the bull-fighting collection and the bar in Cafe Iruna.". Another was Francisco's very touching talk in front of the tile replica of Picasso's Guernica. Immersed in the local culture and people. My husband and I both enjoyed this tour very much. We got lost trying to find the hotel. Complimentary Winery tours and wine tasting are offered 7 days a week; Monday Saturday, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. 5 p.m. Last tours are offered at 4:00 p.m. everyday. To get back to the hotel and hear even better singing was a serendipitous experience. "Every day I woke up in the morning and said "WOW! Hotels were fine, our guide, Francisco, did a wonderful job. 3. Enjoy 3 visits to the best wineries, including wine tastings of at least 6 high-quality wines and a high-quality lunch. Our guide Francisco was incredible. Our tour is personal, informal, informative and fun! One cannot tell the difference between an original artifact and a fake that was produced for the sake of symmetry and ascetics. "Walking along the Camino where so many pilgrims have passed for centuries was truly amazing. All I could do was thank her, take photos and". I can imagine the experience of pilgrims who walk the entire trek. I have wanted to visit the Basque Country since my first student trip to Spain over 50 years ago. Even though I was able to walk a very short part of it, I could sense and feel a peaceful, spiritual and personal purpose in wanting to continue the journey. One was the walk from Uterga to Muruzabal on the Camino. It was as like a private party. I am a Frank Gehry fan and have looked forward to that for years. More than 160,000 people are expected to visit the winery annually, enjoying its extensive tasting room, festivals and gift shop. This experience was enhanced by Francisco's introductory comments which explained the history and significance of the trip. "Finding a restaurant recommendation from the Rick Steves book and having an amazing multi-course meal.". Tours ; Add a Place ; Travel Forum ; Airlines ; Travel Guides ; Best of 2022 ; Road Trips ; Help Center ; Homewood Suites by Hilton St Augustine San Sebastian. The hotels were well located so that we could walk to numerous restaurants and other activities. Will ask for his leadership anytime. "I had a personal "Wow" moment, When the elderly owner of the bull fighting museum spoke very slowly in Spanish so that it could be interpreted into English, I realized that I understood every word she said and I laughed out loud at the joke she told in Spanish. Downtown Aquarium Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris Kringlan Mall Zona Arqueologica de Palenque Vasilikon winery Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park The Camel Farm Winter Pines Golf Course Picnic Grove Caldas de Monchique Chelan Water to Wine is the first and only wine tour done via boat! Bayonne was a great introduction to the Basque culture on the French side and I enjoyed the town even more than Biarritz and St. Jean de Luz. In the end, having fewer excursions and planned events, as compared with other tours, was perfect. Here we'll learn about the humble pilgrims who have trekked across the north of Spain since the Middle Ages to pay homage to the remains of St. James. For some this may not have been a "wow" moment, but I really enjoyed the sheep farm also, learning how they make the sheep cheese, etc.". The tour provided an excellent balance of group activity versus free time to explore on your own. Check our calendar to see our upcoming events. "The private bull fighting museum in Pamplona.". Also, the energy that Francisco brought to our group and the camaraderie was quite special!". "Two wow momentswalking part of the Camino and seeing the Guggenheim.". Nice group too! "Walking the Camino, short though it was, was more powerful than I thought it would be. From live music to parties, special brunches, dinners and much more, Schneblys is always sure to make your night on the town feel like a paradise vacation. Guernica raises some questions: very important place for Basque history and because of link to Picasso masterpiece. If you chose a full-day tour option, you'll continue toward a beautiful boutique winery. I live in a very conservative part of the country. Perhaps the one moment that will stay with me always is Francisco's passionate description of Picasso's Gernika, relating it to other world events, during our stop in Gernika.". "Interactions with local residents like the sheep farmer and the women who opened her bull fighting museum for us.". And the food was pretty damn good, too! We liked having some dinners with the group and some on our own. "I think there were three - "The "WOW" moment for me was the drive up to the start of the Camino de Santiago with Jorge's very personal introduction of hat this hike means to him. Wonderfully focused itinerary provided rich opportunity for in-depth learning about Basque history and culture. The complete tour delivered. Especially liked the surprise experiences and those that we never would have found on our own. You will find value options and a fantastic selection of ideas collected with all the inside knowledge of our local experts. "The visit to the sheep farm to feed them and to make yogurt and cheese.". I must also say that the Guggenheim Museum was another major wow experience!". We had just the right amount of time to be on our own. Both of them were so friendly, knowledgeable and inclusive and made us all feel special. 3. WOW and then some. I found the food in this region to be really good. This was my 7th Rick Steve's tour and perhaps the best overall. Great restaurants as well.". Open Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5p.m. The tour was well paced - 9:00 am start time was much appreciated. It is an amazing piece of architecture filled with a very diverse collection of art. "Our entire full day in Pamplona, from the mini bullfighting museum hidden in an apartment near the main square to our gastronomic club dinner. I have been here (on the tour) perhaps a dozen times now, it is part of my family's traditions, and, I still bring overseas visitors here because tourist want to see it. Did Scotland for first trip last year. I understand why it was chosen as a starting point to educate us on the Basque culture. I found Pamplona and Bilbao fascinating with abundant places/things to explore, however other stops on the tour felt more like shopping opportunities. "St. Sebastian and the new city tour in Bilbo". This is a private luxury guided wine tour of Ribera del Duero accompanied by a friendly wine expert. "The Guggenheim in Bilbao. Lakeridge Winery offers complimentary tours and wine tasting seven days a week. We went to watch the 1-hour movie after we arrived at the Visitor Center. I feel we were given a great introduction to the Basque and saw Basque life and beautiful scenery and architecture. Straddling the modern-day borders of Spain and France is one of Europe's most ancient, independent-thinking regions: the Basque Country. It was so great to travel to Europe again. This trip was super educational; we learned so much about the Basque culture, history, politics, Thu tour was a very comprehensive immersion into Basque Country, history and culture. Also loved the lamb birth, but I realize that doesn't happen every time!". A wonderful Encore from a great previous RS Basque tour, 2012. The visitors center offers a gift shop, cafe and is where tickets are purchased for the different tours. Great guide, beautiful locations, amazing experience. If we reserve for a 9:00 AM tour when should we plan to be at the parking lot? Wineries & Vineyards in San Simeon Food Tours in San Simeon Wine Tours & Tastings in San Simeon. This temple of gluttony is another example of it. No bus. It was perfect. Despite some rain, we saw and did, a lot. Great guides and wonderful itinerary. From Basel to Colmar (France): The Full Private Discovery Tour of Alsace! I also like the balance of meals together and meals on your own. 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