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Northern Spain Food & Wine Journey

Discover the culinary soul of Northern Spain on a journey through some of Europe's most celebrated food and wine regions. Beginning in Galicia, famous for its exceptional seafood and rich gastronomic traditions, continue through the lush landscapes of Asturias and its renowned cider culture before exploring the innovative cuisine and vibrant food scene of the Basque Country. Experience the world-famous pintxos culture of San Sebastián and the prestigious vineyards of Rioja through exclusive tastings and immersive encounters with local producers. Designed for food lovers, wine enthusiasts and curious travelers, this itinerary combines exceptional gastronomy, outstanding wines and authentic cultural experiences, showcasing the remarkable diversity that makes Northern Spain one of Europe's greatest culinary destinations.

best for

Spain for foodies & wine lovers

Price

From 7,450 per person

best time

May to June & September to October

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore Northern Spain's most celebrated culinary regions

  • Discover the seafood traditions and flavors of Galicia

  • Experience authentic Asturian cider culture and regional gastronomy

  • Visit a traditional cheese cave and meet local producers

  • Discover Bilbao's vibrant food scene and the Guggenheim Museum

  • Enjoy a unique homemade lunch with wine inside a private art gallery

  • Travel along the spectacular Basque coastline and visit charming fishing villages

  • Visit a boutique Txakoli winery overlooking the sea

  • Experience San Sebastián's world-famous pintxos culture

  • Enjoy an exclusive market-to-table experience inside a members-only gastronomic club

  • Explore the Basque countryside and enjoy a private farm-to-table lunch

  • Discover the gourmet markets of Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz

  • Experience premium wine tastings and a private vineyard barbecue in Rioja

  • Stay in luxury boutique hotels and wine estates

  • Travel with private transportation and expert local guides throughout

itinerary

Northern Spain Food & Wine Journey

1

Welcome to Santiago de Compostela

Arrive in Santiago de Compostela, where your private guide and driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax before beginning your culinary journey.

inclusions

  • Private airport transfer

  • Meet & greet service

2

Santiago de Compostela & Galician Seafood

Discover the culinary traditions that have made Galicia famous throughout Spain.

Enjoy fresh seafood, local wines and authentic Galician flavors while exploring the historic center with your expert guide.

inclusions

  • Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private guided walking tour with food experience

  • Seafood tasting

  • Expert local guide

3

Journey to Asturias

Travel east into Asturias, a region known for its green landscapes, exceptional cheese production and strong culinary traditions.

Along the way, stop to visit an authentic cheese cave with a local guide.

inclusions

  • Private transfer

  • Visit and cheese tasting in a traditional cheese cave with local guide

4

Cider Houses & Asturian Gastronomy

Discover Asturias through its famous cider culture.

Visit traditional cider houses, learn the unique pouring techniques and enjoy a regional feast featuring local specialties.

inclusions

  • Private cider experience

  • Producer visits

  • Traditional lunch

5

Journey to Bilbao

Travel east towards the Basque Country and arrive in Bilbao.

Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure before beginning your Basque culinary discoveries.

inclusions

  • Private transfer

6

Bilbao Historic Tour, Guggenheim Museum & Lunch at a Private Art Gallery

Discover Bilbao through its vibrant food culture.

Start with a private guided walking tour through the historic heart of Bilbao, explore the riverfront, the old town and the market, followed by a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum with skip-the-line tickets. To complete the day, you will be welcomed into a hidden private art gallery hosted by a local artist, where you'll enjoy a traditional homemade lunch with wine. It is a rare opportunity to connect with Bilbao's creative community in a very personal way.

inclusions

  • Private tour with expert local driver-guide

  • Skip-the-line tickets

  • Homemade lunch with wine in a private art gallery home

7

Bilbao to San Sebastián Along the Coast

Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle along the spectacular Basque coastline to San Sebastián.

During this day you'll have the opportunity to visit the cliffs of Zumaia, the fishing harbor of Getaria, the powerful history of Guernica and the iconic silhouette of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. To finish the day, visit a boutique Txakoli winery near Getaria, where you'll enjoy a guided tasting and a relaxed meal overlooking the vineyards and the sea before arriving in San Sebastián.

inclusions

  • Private tour with expert local driver-guide

  • Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • Wine tasting and lunch at a vineyard in Getaria

8

Market Tour & Private Cooking Club Lunch

Enjoy a private market-to-table experience inside an invitation-only gastronomic club in San Sebastián.

Explore the market with a local expert guide, select ingredients and enjoy a long Basque lunch prepared especially for you.

inclusions

  • Private experience in a members-only gastronomic club

  • Expert local guide

  • Market visit

  • Lunch prepared in the club

  • Selection of local wines, coffee, tea and soft drinks

9

Flavors of the Basque Countryside & French Gourmet Markets

This private countryside experience blends nature, heritage and authentic flavors in a region where farming traditions remain deeply preserved. Begin with a scenic walk through mountain villages surrounded by rolling pastures and stone farmhouses before visiting a privately owned ham estate where an endangered native Basque pig breed is raised using traditional methods. Lunch is prepared especially for you using ingredients sourced almost entirely from the property itself.

Continue with a curated exploration of French market culture. Visit Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, where you'll discover oysters, seafood, artisan cheeses, charcuterie and refined countryside flavors.

inclusions

  • Private tour with local expert driver-guide

  • Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • Farm visit and private five-course farm-to-table lunch with local wine and cider

  • Food tastings in French markets

10

Rioja Premium Wine Experience & Vineyard Barbecue

Travel into the heart of Rioja for an unforgettable wine experience.

Begin with a guided tasting at a boutique winery, sampling single-plot wines that express the character of the terroir along with extra virgin olive oil from the estate. Continue to a private hilltop vineyard where your chef and host will prepare a country-style open-fire lunch among the vines.

inclusions

  • Private tour with an expert local driver-guide

  • Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicles

  • Wine tasting in a boutique winery with three single-plot wines

  • Private chef and live open-fire cooking in a vineyard

  • Country-style lunch with appetizers, main course and dessert paired with a selection of Rioja wines

11

Departure from Bilbao

After breakfast, your private driver will transfer you to Bilbao Airport.

inclusions

  • Private airport transfer

  • Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • Luggage assistance

why travelers love this itinerary

Northern Spain is widely regarded as one of Europe's greatest culinary destinations, and this journey reveals its remarkable diversity from west to east. Travelers love experiencing the seafood traditions of Galicia, the cider houses of Asturias, the creativity of Bilbao, the legendary pintxos bars of San Sebastián and the prestigious wines of Rioja. Exclusive access to local producers, intimate gastronomic experiences and exceptional regional cuisine create a deeper connection with the people and traditions behind Northern Spain's extraordinary food culture. Combined with luxury accommodations and breathtaking scenery, this itinerary delivers one of Spain's most rewarding food and wine journeys.

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