France · BIARRITZ & BASQUE TOURS
The 12 best biarritz & basque tours you can book today, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. Number one is first for a reason.
At Pierre Ibaialde in Bayonne, a French-speaking guide takes you through the town’s last active salting room and ham dryer. Learn how Bayonne ham is made, from meat selection through curing, then taste original house products. The 45-minute visit ends at the workshop shop.
“Visite complète, super guide et explications enrichissant Travail très laborieux Produits excellente qualité”
Spend three hours walking central Biarritz with a local guide such as Marion, Cathy, Cyril, Anina, or Tristan. Expect generous tastings of Basque food, seafood, cheese, meats, pastries, and sweets, plus city history, favorite spots, and useful restaurant tips.
“Do this tour if you're in Biarritz and you like food! You get to try lots of delicious food which was made even better by learning more about the history of the food and Biarritz. Tristan led our tour and he was really fun and engaging, and answered all of our questions. The group size was also perfect as the group wasn't too large. We had such a good time!”
Set out from Saint-Jean-de-Luz with an English or French-speaking guide for a 90 to 210-minute cruise along the Basque coast. You’ll see Loya Bay, Abbadia Castle, Cap Figuier, Hendaye, Hondarribia, and Socoa, with time to swim when conditions allow.
“The boat tour in Saint Jean de Luz was incredible! We had an amazing time Saturday 06/09/2025 with an awesome group and guide. He explained a little everything that we saw and we were able to swin, honestly fantastic. Thank you so much.”
Join Oceanboat64 for a 2.5-hour coastal cruise from Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Skipper Paul or another English-speaking guide takes you past Flysch cliffs, Loya Bay, Château d’Abbadia, Hondarribia, and Socoa, with a 15-minute swim stop near Jaizkibel and snorkeling gear on board.
“Great experience along the coast. The guys were professional and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the weather which contributed to an excellent trip.”
Guide Manis leads a small group through Biarritz and Anglet on a mini Segway, with safety training, history, surf views, imperial landmarks, souvenir photos, and ocean conservation talk. The route lasts about 90 minutes to two hours. English is offered, though spoken fluency may vary.
“Nice man but not again.he waa late to pick us up from his van.very friendly person but extremely overpriced”
Spend about two hours at Marbella Beach, including 1.5 hours in the water, learning to surf with a professional instructor in English, French, or Spanish. The small group is limited to six, with boards and wetsuits supplied. Exact start time is confirmed the evening before because lessons depend on low tide.
“It was a great day. Would recommend this for beginners.”
Join Valerie for a 3.5-hour guided e-bike ride from Biarritz along the Basque coast. Visit Guéthary and Bidart, stop at viewpoints and lesser-known coastal spots, then see Biarritz highlights including the Rock of the Virgin, Grande Plage, and lighthouse.
“Valy was great! We had an amazing guided tour with her along the cost... Many stops and places not known to the grand public.”
Walk Biarritz with local guide Paul Brives, tracing the town from its whaling past at Port des Pêcheurs to early sea baths and European surf at La Côte des Basques. The private English-language tour lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours and returns to the starting point.
“Paul is a lovely guy, so active, a native of Biarritz and Pays Basque. For Biarritz this tour is a must-do but you can also order from him many other tours around the Basque country (both France and Spain!)”
Join Valérie for a 210-minute e-bike ride from Biarritz or Bidart toward the Basque coast. You will use safe cycle paths, pause at ocean viewpoints, visit small villages, and hear local stories in English, French, or Spanish. Bikes cost extra, with child seating available.
“Great ebike tour from Biarritz. Beautiful views and interesting information. 10/10”
Walk from the Biarritz lighthouse to the town hall with local guide Alan. In 90 minutes, you’ll connect Pyrenean views, Basque geography, imperial Biarritz, Russian culture, Art Deco buildings, and local stories. Groups are capped at 11, with hotel pickup available for €20.
“Alan is a passionate, proud Basque man. A local from Biarritz with great historical, cultural, geological and more information and stories of the Basque country and Biarritz. If you visit Biarritz, the walk with him from the Lighthouse to the centre of town is unmissable. Highly recommended.”
Join Manis of Gyrozone Big Basque for a two-hour Bayonne tour by Segway and electric bike. Learn the machines at an easy pace, then visit old-town gates, festival squares, the cathedral, and Les Halles. The small group, local stories, and included photos make this an active way to get oriented.
“L’originalité de la visite hors des sentiers battus. La gentillesse du guide et ses explications sur la ville.”
Meet Soonline near Moliets beach for a two-hour surf lesson suited to beginners and experienced riders from age 5 to 99. Your instructor provides the board, wetsuit, lycra, teaching, insurance, and a surf diploma. Choose one, three, or five lessons, with coaches such as Thomas, Tahi, Joffrey, and Antoine.
“The service from all the staff I had contact with (8 I think) through the week Was tip top! The boss volunteered a board suggestion which was excellent and on top of that he offered me an extra half day rental. Will definitely return if I’m in the area again.”
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