Cider house experience from San Sebastian
At a glance
Cider house experience from San Sebastian is a 4h small-group experience in San Sebastian, Spain, operated by Local Experts Tours. Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $182.70 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Bottomless cider, Traditional Cider House lunch (3 courses w/ dessert), Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Immerse yourself in Basque cider culture with a visit to a traditional cider house from San Sebastian. Discover how sagardo is made, from orchards and presses to the old wooden kupelas, guided by a local expert.
Walk among native apple trees, learn about varieties and fermentation, and enjoy the ritual of txotx, tasting cider straight from the barrel. Then, savour the classic cider-house menu: cod omelette, fried cod, grilled steak, and cheese with quince and walnuts paired with unlimited cider to explore its fresh and fruity notes.
With private transportation, hotel pick-up and drop-off, cellar access, and small-group attention, this tour is the most authentic way to connect with Basque tradition and cuisine. A perfect plan for food lovers and curious travellers wanting to toast the true spirit of the Basque Country.
What's included
What's included
- Bottomless cider
- Traditional Cider House lunch (3 courses w/ dessert)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Unlimited drinks (open bar)
- Access ticket to Cider House
Not included
- No food will be served out of menu
- Alcoholic drinks for underaged
Itinerary
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Stop 1
11:00am Pick up and departure from San sebastian
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Stop 2 · 2h
11:30am Guided tour in the Cider House
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Stop 3 · 2h
13:00pm Traditional Cider House lunch: juicy cod omelet, fried cod, charcoal-grilled steak, and a dessert of cheese with quince and walnuts, all paired with bottomless cider so you can appreciate its fresh, crisp, and fruity notes with every pour
Meeting point
We can pick you up at any hotel/apartment of your convenience in San Sebastian. Please provide name and address. After booking we will send you a confirmation email.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request. Please indicate your preference in the comments section at the time of booking so we can make the necessary arrangements.
- Kids menu is available upon request. Please specify in the comments section when booking.
- The location of the cider house may vary due to external factors
- If there are children in the booking, we will contact you by email three days before the tour to confirm their weight and height so that we can select the appropriate child seat for the vehicle
- Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
- Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cider house experience from San Sebastian take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $182.70 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Bottomless cider; Traditional Cider House lunch (3 courses w/ dessert); Hotel pickup and drop-off; Unlimited drinks (open bar); Access ticket to Cider House.
Where does it start?
We can pick you up at any hotel/apartment of your convenience in San Sebastian. Please provide name and address. After booking we will send you a confirmation email.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in San Sebastian.
