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Cider House Experience From San Sebastian
Donostia-San Sebastian, ES
83% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 4 hours
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Unlimited drinks during lunch
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Guided tour of cider production
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Traditional Basque lunch included
Experience the authentic Basque cider culture with a guided tour and delicious traditional lunch in San Sebastian's cider houses.
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Featured Reviews
Viator
Nov 23
At least one cider house tour is a must when visiting San Sebastian. However, we felt that this probably was not a good one, and was a bit overpriced for what you get. We paid about 100 Euros a person. For that, we got a taxi ride to the Cider House to and from our hotel (which probably would have been about 14 Euros each way), and the Cider House pre-set menu (which, if purchased separately, would have been 39.50 Euros each), and a tour with a surly guide who did not want to let us take videos. WHen we were taking video during the tour, she asked us not to do it, so we had to wait until she was done talking before we could video the experience. Then, she kept rushing us, telling us she had to move along, and the fact that we had to wait until she was done to video slowed us down. We were the only two on the tour, by the way.
So, generally, the experience was not pleasant on the tour. The food and cider were OK, but not worth what we paid.
Finally, communication from the tour company was not great. They told us when they would pick us up and drop us off, but they did not tell us that there would be no tour guide to do so. As a result, we got to the pickup point and waited, and nobody showed. We called, and nobody answered. Ten minutes later, we had the hotel call, and they were told that there was a taxi waiting for us. We found the taxi, but neither we nor the driver had known to contact each other to start the ride. He was pleasant enough, however once the ride began.
When it was time to go, we asked the man at the Cider House if he was going to call the taxi to take us back, or if it was pre-arranged by the tour company. He did not know. Eventually our driver to take us back arrived (on time, and this time we knew this was probably the guy, and got in the taxi). He was very pleasant, and we had a nice conversation going back to our hotel.
In all, an OK experience, and a bit overpriced for what you get.
Viator
Oct 23
The minibus pick up our group of 6 people spot on time and the return trip was also punctual.
The tour of the Petritegi cider factory was interesting and informative. This was followed by a traditional Basque 2 hour lunch of local sausage hors d'oeuvre, salt cod omelette, fried cod with peppers and onions, T-bone steaks that were superb and finally idiazabel cheese with quince jelly and fresh walnuts. Also wine or cider included with the meal. The time overall was 4 hours. A great way to spend a few hours
Viator
May 23
Fun times at the Cider House. We have been on two different occasions to the Petritegi Cider House separated by 5 years and found it both times to be great. We always learn about the Basque cider approach and meet nice people. And they have great Basque cider.
Viator
Feb 23
Agency was efficient and had great communication. The tour was lovely and we had a brilliant guide. Meal was delicious and overall environment and experience would recommend.
Thank you!
Viator
Feb 20
It was so fun! We live in the USA and love cider in general but this was very unique experience. You learned about the process and get taste typical cider house menu and drink cider(unlimited!) from the barrel! All natural no sulfite(contains little but not added sulfite like other ciders that you can find in th USA) we loved it!
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Lunch -
Dinner
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Unlimited drinks (open bar)
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Cider House Experience From San Sebastian
Experience the authentic Basque cider culture with a guided tour and delicious traditional lunch in San Sebastian's cider houses.
Highlights
- Guided tour of a cider house
- Traditional cider house lunch with free flow cider
- Unveil every secret of cider production
- Visit the village of Hernani, the heart of cider culture
- Transportation and lunch included
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
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Donostia - San Sebastian
11:00am Pick up and departure from San sebastián
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Astigarraga
11:30am Guided tour in the Cider House
120 minutes
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Astigarraga
1:00pm Traditional Cider House lunch: cod omelette, fried cod, T-bone steak and dessert (cheese with quince jelly). Free cider bar.
120 minutes
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for pregnant participants
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity (2 adults) 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.
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Provided by Local Experts Tours
What our experts say
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Visit nearby cider houses for tasting. -
Try the local cheese with quince jelly.
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Wear comfortable shoes for the tour.
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Explore Astigarraga's apple orchards.
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