Are children allowed on the pintxos and wine tour?

Children are not included in the pintxos and wine tastings, but you can contact Local Experts Tours to discuss options.

How many people are in each group?

Groups are limited to a maximum of 10 people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour involves walking on cobblestone streets, which may pose challenges; contact Local Experts Tours to discuss accessibility.

Can I request specific dietary accommodations?

Yes, notify the company in advance about allergies or dietary restrictions so they can adjust the menu accordingly.

What types of wine are included in the tastings?

The wines come from various D.O. (Denominación de Origen) regions across Spain, showcasing different grape varieties and styles.

How long does the tour last?

Expect the tour to last approximately 2 to 3 hours, covering five pintxos paired with wines and cider.

Pintxos & Spanish Wines Tour with Local Experts in Bilbao

Bilbao’s Casco Viejo district, the city’s historic old quarter, pulsates with life, color, and flavor around every cobblestone corner. Here, Local Experts Tours offers a distinct way to experience Basque culture through its Ruta de pintxos con vinos D.O. españoles en Bilbao, a culinary journey that marries tradition with a modern palate. Starting at Arriaga Plaza, 1, in the heart of Ibaiondo, this small-group tour invites adventurers to taste five varied pintxos—Basque-style tapas—across five renowned, time-honored eateries. Each stop serves as a window into Bilbao’s storied food scene, presenting the specialties that define each establishment’s character.

The route goes beyond simple tasting; it’s a deep dive into local customs and communal eating, enlivened by four carefully selected Spanish wines alongside crisp, regional cider. These wine selections come from distinct D.O. regions across Spain, offering a nuanced appreciation of the country’s viticulture shaped by diverse climates and soils. As you move from one vibrant venue to the next, the energy of Bilbao’s old town swirls around you—the mix of ancient architecture with contemporary life, the chatter of locals savoring their midday pintxo, the aromatic wafts from open kitchens.

Local Experts Tours has crafted a well-balanced outing that caters to both food enthusiasts and cultural adventurers. This isn’t just a meal; it’s a portable feast for the senses and a dynamic exchange with Bilbainos, who take their eating and drinking seriously. Ideal for solo travelers and small groups wanting authentic immersion, the tour’s limited size ensures personal attention and an intimate vibe lacking in larger, more impersonal food tours. In a city increasingly known for its striking Guggenheim Museum and buzzing waterfront, this pintxo walk grounds visitors in the flavors and stories that truly animate Bilbao’s streets.

About Local Experts Tours

Local Experts Tours is a guided-tour operator based in Pamplona, Navarra that organizes day trips and experiences across the Basque Country, Rioja and the French Basque coast. The company sells a wide range of tours departing from Pamplona and nearby cities listed in its offerings, including San Sebastián, Bilbao, Logroño, Vitoria and Biarritz. Its catalog features wine tours in Rioja with visits to two bodegas and traditional lunch options, txakoli wine experiences from Bilbao and Getaria, and guided visits to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.

Food-focused experiences include sidrería visits, Idiazabal cheese tours in rural Basque Country, pintxo routes with Spanish D.O. wines, and cooking courses in San Sebastián.

Coastal and cultural excursions cover Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka, Gernika, Hondarribia, Zarautz, Getaria, Zumaia, Biarritz and Bayonne, with options for minibús transfers and private tours. Active itineraries include e-bike and bicycle routes in San Sebastián, trekking on sections of the Camino de Santiago, and paragliding near San Sebastián.

Local Experts Tours lists private and group formats, small-group departures, and secure online payment links. It also offers transfers and full-day excursions from neighboring cities. All descriptions and departure points reflect the trip names and summaries provided for the operator’s public listings. The operator's program also includes specialized excursions such as visits to the Sanctuary of Lourdes, the Royal Palace of Olite and Ujué, the Baztán Valley with Elizondo and the Zugarramurdi caves, and guided walks on Camino de Santiago routes. Several wine tours explicitly include bodega visits, tastings and traditional lunches. Bookings available online.