Biarritz: Visit Bayonne & Espelette Private Tour
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This excursion combines breathtaking landscapes with a deep dive into the region's rich history and culture. From the panoramic views at the Biarritz lighthouse to the medieval charm of Bayonne and the picturesque inland village of Espelette, you'll journey through time while discovering the cultural treasures of the Basque Country.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Smartphone charger
What's not
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Transfer to Biarritz Lighthouse
We'll start our walk at the Biarritz lighthouse, located on a hill overlooking the town. Here, your guide will explain the geological wealth of the Pyrenees, the history of the origins of the Basque country and the love affair between Emperor Napoleon III and his young wife.
Transfer to Bayonne
After this warm-up, we're off to the fortified city of Bayonne, where over 1500 years of history await you. From its creation by the Romans to its reconfiguration by Vauban, not forgetting its golden age under the English regency, we'll cover a wide range of topics on this walk through the magnificent cobbled pedestrian streets of "Vieux Bayonne", lined with 18th-century houses.
Transfert à Espelette
Renowned for its red peppers drying on the facades of its houses, Espelette is one of France's most beautiful villages.
Drop-off location
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Euskal Motivo
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Biarritz
- Its from-price is 77% above the median of the 19 city tours we list in Biarritz.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 6 of 19.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Biarritz
Biarritz is a seaside resort on France's Basque coast, with surf beaches, Belle Époque villas and the Pyrenees inland.
Biarritz began as a fishing and whaling village and became fashionable when Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III, built a summer villa here in the 1850s, now a grand hotel above the Grande Plage. Rocks and small coves line the shore, and the Rocher de la Vierge, a rock topped by a statue and joined to the shore by a footbridge, is the town's symbol. Belle Époque villas, a lighthouse and a Russian Orthodox church complete the scene.
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