Basque Gastronomy Six Day Getaway

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1 Basque Gastronomy Six Day Getaway

2 BASQUE COUNTRY - A GASTRONOMIC UNIVERSE The Basque Country is world famous for its gastronomy and unique culture, this exclusive six day getaway takes you through the region to highlight some of the best in local gastronomy and sights. Savor top quality ingredients at leading restaurants Sip fine wines from Rioja Alavesa and Txakoli while visiting local wineries Enjoy traditional and modern recipes from Cocina Vanguardia Experience a txoko meal at a traditional gastronomic society Shop at local markets Relax in premium accommodations, friendly English speaking guides and local transport included.

3 ITINERARY - Basque Gastronomy Week Day 1 BILBAO: Arrive in Bilbao Airport Check in to your hotel, followed by a welcome pintxos and wine tasting Day 2 BILBAO: City Tour and lunch at a Michelin * restaurant Day 3 LA RIOJA: Winery tour followed by lunch in the vineyards, and a visit to Laguardia Day 4 SAN SEBASTIAN: Walking tour followed by a professional show cooking experience and a meal in a Basque Gastronomic Society Day 5 SAN SEBASTIAN: Txakoli winery visit and a tour of Getaria, followed by a seafood lunch at the port and entry to the Balenciaga museum Day 6 Departure *Itinerary is compatible with Aer Lingus flights from Dublin to Bilbao beginning in the spring of 2014 from Thursday to Tuesday, flight cost not included

4 Day 1: Arrival & Welcome Arrive at Bilbao Airport where we will arrange private transfer to your hotel in the city center After you check in and relax we invite you to enjoy wine tasting and pintxos to welcome you to the Basque Country Accommodation: Premium boutique hotel in front of the Guggenheim Museum (Miro****)

5 Day 2: Bilbao City Tour & Michelin Star Lunch Meet at your hotel for a guided walking tour of the city which will include the casco viejo, market, city center and river promenade Enjoy lunch at Etxanobe, a local favorite on top of Euskalduna Opera House with views of the river Free evening to enjoy city nightlife Accommodation: Premium boutique hotel in front of the Guggenheim Museum (Miro****)

6 Day 3: La Rioja Wine & Vineyards Pick up from your hotel for private transport to La Rioja Explore the wineries of Marqués de Riscal and Fabulista Lunch is served, Enjoy a traditional Basque menu at a the vineyards on top of a hill Discover Laguardia village in the heart of the Rioja wine region Private transfer towards San Sebastian Check in to your Boutique Hotel Free night Accommodation: Boutique Hotel located on the beach (Niza***)

7 Day 4: Enjoy the Beautiful City of San Sebastian Take a guided walking tour around San Sebastian Experience show cooking at a private Basque Gastronomic Society Free time to enjoy shopping, spa treatments, the beach or the city Accommodation: Boutique Hotel located on the beach (Niza***)

8 Day 5: Basque Coastline & Fresh Seafood Pick up at your hotel Take a guided visit of a txakoli winery (local white wine) where you will be welcomed by traditional dance & folk music Explore Getaria village, where the famous designer Balenciaga & Juan Sebastian Elcano were born Lunch: Savor fresh grilled seafood and fish along the coast Visit the Balenciaga Museum Transfer back to San Sebastian Free time to rest Accommodation: Boutique Hotel located on the beach (Niza***)

9 Day 6: Departure. Breakfast in your hotel Transfer to Bilbao Airport Agur!

10 Details Itinerary developed in collaborations with Travel Basque Country Group Size Recommended: 4 to 12 persons When: April 2014 / May 2014 / June 2014 / July 2014 / September 2014 / October 2014 Customized itineraries are available for groups INCLUDES: Double occupancy hotel room 5 nights with breakfast, tour guides, private transfer and select menus DOES NOT INCLUDE: Flights & personal travel insurance Please notify us about any special meal requirements in advance and we will do our best to accommodate.

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