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French Basque Countryside Private tour

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

See what the Basque Country was like long time ago: small fairy taIe villages frozen in time. To a world in love with France, it’s the little sister who did not get invited to the dance. We will cross the border from Spain into France and after a scenic drive of 1,5 h approx. we will get to our first stop of the day, Saint Jean Pied de Port. From its foundation in the latter part of the 12th century, the town became the strong point for the Kingdom of Navarre on the north side of the Pyrenees. After a short stroll through the town, following the footsteps of the pilgrims, we will stop in the picturesque town of Bidarray to observe the beginning of the Pyrenees from its 12th-century church’s promenade. From here we will take a fascinating back-road, that take us to Espelette. Before coming back we will stop in Bayonne that boasts an exceptional cultural heritage, a melting pot of French, Basque, Gascon and Jewish cultures…

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  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Any other not specified item
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La Citadelle de Saint Jean Pied de Port

Walk the medieval streets
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bidarray

Beautiful pictures from the 11th century church
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Espelette

The Pepper town!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Bayonne

The Old town
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the French Basque Countryside Private tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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