Charming Basque Country Food Capital of Spain
4 Nights | Starting at $4,200 per person (pair with Barcelona after)
San Sebastian Foodie Bliss
San Sebastian, Spain
Nestled on the Bay of Biscay in Spain’s Basque Country, San Sebastián is a coastal gem where elegance meets authenticity. This stunning seaside city is famed for its golden beaches, lush hills, and, above all, its world-renowned gastronomy — boasting more Michelin stars per capita than nearly anywhere else in the world.
San Sebastián invites you to slow down and savor life. Stroll the cobbled streets of the Parte Vieja (Old Town), where pintxos bars buzz with local flavor and charm. Walk along the crescent-shaped La Concha beach, considered one of the most beautiful urban beaches in Europe, or hike up Monte Urgull for sweeping views and a touch of history. Discover the bold spirit of Basque culture through its unique language, traditions, and warm hospitality. Whether you’re sipping txakoli by the sea, dining in a hidden gastronomic society, or enjoying a sunset over the bay, San Sebastián is a place to taste, explore, and fall in love. Bliss invites you to experience this unforgettable city like a true insider.
Trip Pairings
We recommend pairing this trip with:
Barcelona: May 10-13, 2026
“That was so much fun! I know how hard you worked to make it great….We’re disappointed to not be eating all our meals in San Sebastián now. ”
Bliss itineraries are different
Our itineraries continue to evolve because we are constantly looking for new and unique things to see and do. We tailor our trips to the travelers attending, and select events to best fit their preferences. Providing Bliss-only access to our private venues means we sometimes have to work around personal schedules.
What you see below is our best representation - before the trip is booked and we begin getting to know you - of what you can always expect from Bliss, and what our most popular events, menus and venues from past trips are. Every Bliss trip includes our private “Insider” excursions and events — there will be an exclusive wine-tasting, there will be multi-course chef meals and curated wine pairings, there will be excursions to must-see sites hosted by a private guide — but some of the dates and details may change. And we’ll be ready. That’s why we keep our schedules relaxed and leisurely!
“Fabulous trip, interesting, fun, special and unique. Bliss Travels intimately knows the space and manages to find places to go, restaurants, meals, and wines that only a local would know.”
Itinerary highlights
Private chauffeur pick up/drop off at Hendaya train station (per room)
Privately guided walking tour of Parte Vieja (Old Town)
Privately guided walking tour of a stunning market and pinxos stop, with lots of treats included!
Private day trip to either Bilbao and its amazing Guggenheim museum OR day trip to Saint-Jean de Luz, the charm of the basque country in France, with shopping, dining and the stunning architecture on display.
Gourmet food and wine highlights
Daily gourmet breakfasts of fresh baked breads and pastries, local fruits, locally made cheeses, meats and fish, yogurts, cereals, eggs and more
Spanish wine tasting
Two glorious pinxos events where we take you street by street to the best pinxos stops in San Sebastian to taste the best traditional, newest and most exciting foods out there. Drinks included of course!
Gourmet, specially prepared multicourse Basque menu, with wines in a top hot spot. Get the off menu specialties only with Bliss!
Here’s what you can always expect from Bliss
Food & Wine
Daily gourmet breakfasts in your hotel, at your leisure
Second gourmet, multi course meal or many stop Pinxos tour included each day, along with daily tastings featuring an exciting variety of local wines.
Third daily meal on your own — free to make your own “Insider” discoveries!
All our private pairings and meals have custom menus and feature special wines/local drinks
Small Group Insider Access
Always small groups of 8 - 12
Genuine insider access - see, do and taste what most tourists never get to experience
Immersive experiences and events that cannot be replicated
Private guided tours always by private car or van, and driver - no commercial tours or buses!
Accommodations
Exclusive luxury accommodations
Boutique venue with private owners in a stunning setting that is both serene and convenient
Daily gourmet breakfasts in your hotel
Personally vetted by Bliss Travels
Trip details
Guggenheim Museum
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Boutique 4 star lodging with individually decorated rooms
In room Nespresso machines
In room minibar
Gardens and bar with light dining. Spa services.
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4 Nights starting at $4,200 double occupancy.
Solo supplement starting at $280 per night.
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Option to add on Barcelona May 10-13
Possibility to add on extra nights pre trip in Paris or Bordeaux and post trip in Barcelona.
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Private car transfers from and to hotel ( per 2 people) from Hendaya train station
Private car transfers to/from any included excursions.
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By paying the deposit all travelers agree to the terms and conditions in our standard contract release. All travelers are required to sign this contract release and return via email with deposit. Clients who are traveling together can sign jointly on one copy.
All prices are subject to change until deposit and confirmation are received for each specific traveler.
Partially refundable rate for 2025
These rates allow each client to cancel their trip for a refund of all but your initial deposit as long as cancellation is made in writing and received by Bliss Travels 90 days prior to that travelers’ departure from the US. The refundable amount is whatever the traveler has paid towards the above trip price other than the $1500 per person deposit. Excluded from this refund offer are any add on days, transportation or tickets, banking or on-line banking fees and any special transfers that were arranged just for you.
This offer applies only to the partially refundable rate and this rate requires an initial deposit of $1,500 per person. The regular deposit of $1,000 does not apply to this offer.
All other payments need to made on time and in full to be refundable.
Late payments void this offer. Email requests for refund must be acknowledged to be valid.
Please note: this is NOT travel insurance and no exceptions can be made to the above deadlines. Please obtain travel and health insurance - we recommend this to all travelers.
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Exclusions are airfare and items not mentioned in the above outline or in emails with us.
Travel insurance is not included.
“I truly loved each and every day of this trip. Thank you for the opportunity to experience the food, wine and beauty of Spain.”