Private tour in Bilbao Iker B

Private Shore Excursion in Bilbao: your dreamed tour with a local!

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Iker B.

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If you are looking for Real, Local, Licensed and Professional Basque Guides in San Sebastian, let you know that you found it!! I was born in San Sebastian, Basque Country, I'm a person who loves travelling and sharing my experiences with people. I have visited over 70 countries and guided travellers, friends and family for long time. After travelling around the world in my last big trip, during 14 months, I'm even more prepared to guide you along the Basque Country and surroundings. Would you like to listen to some of the stories I have to share, while I show you the beautiful country where I live in is? I am a private local Basque guide and have a long experience guiding people along the Basque Country, over 15 years, in areas specially around San Sebastian, Bilbao, Pamplona, Vitoria as well as the French-Basque Country and the famous Rioja Wine region. As well as I travel abroad often, I love to work showing my city and surroundings, guiding people to the best places, not only to the touristic ones, but to the off-the-track ones too. Always adding some of my little stories and anecdotes of each place making the journey more enjoyable and unique. Living in a place with a food-culture like us, it adds an extra value to my tours, being a member of a Gastronomy Club(famous sociedad gastronómica) in San Sebastian as I am. This is only one of some of the tips I would offer you, considering that the only way to visit and access to them is being invited by a member! Great experience not to be missed!! Come and feel the experience of the Basque Country with a real local guide! Ongi etorri! ("Welcome" in Basque). ACADEMIC DATA - Degree in Tourism - Training Credit Planning ,Assistance and Services Travel Guide. 2009-2010 - Over 14 year experience on Food & Wine tours - Cook, big foodie, wine lover and member of a men's exclusive gastronomy-cooking club in San Sebastian since 2007. - Degree in Draughtsmanship, obtained in June 1999. - Studied interior designing for the 1994-95 academic year.

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Overview of your Bilbao tour

Even if I was born in San Sebastian, Bilbao is my second home, as both cities are part of the same Basque culture and that I represent proudly! This tour will give you the real perspective of the city and the Guggenheim museum. Going with me on a tour you will learn lots about both, but not only that, I will make you feel part of the community, the local life! In this guided tour will be visiting the most historical and representative points of the Historic Centre of Bilbao and the modern & contemporary art in Guggenheim. Beside the main sites, I'll take you to the hidden parts where the real life of locals take place in daily bases. Along with a dose of history, art and sightseeing, we could make a stop for pintxos-tastings if you are foodies and like to try local food. Never heard of a pintxo? You'll be trying to re-create this Basque speciality at home after trying it!

Recent Reviews

Anne M.United States
July 2026

Iker was an excellent guide for our group of six. His knowledge of the city and region really made an impression on all of us. Our day with him started at a park outlook to peruse the city before we ventured down to walk the city. For the first part of our tour we opted for just for only looking at the outside of the Guggenheim. We felt this was the best choice since we had limited time and wanted to see a lot of the city too. He provided so much knowledge and different vantage points of the museum to really get the feel for all that went into that building and its permanent outside exhibits. He helped us appreciate this amazing place. We then ventured into old town. He was able to guide use through to get the most of the city. We ended with the best Pintxos that he helped us order. We couldn't have done that with out him. We got lots of steps in on a very warm day. Our only regret is that we didn't have more time to spend in the city since we had to get back to port. ( Nothing to do with Iker, just our cruise schedule) He helped us fit a ton in 6 hours! I would highly recommend Iker and his tour!

Evan L.United States
May 2026

Our tour guide Olatz was fantastic. She made the tour exciting and memorable. Her knowledge and enthusiasm was great. Could not recommend this tour any higher. A must if you want to learn about the area and it’s culture.

Amy G.United States
June 2025

Iker was wonderful—he is very knowledgeable and compassionate about his Basque culture and his country. He shared/exposed us to how the locals enjoy their Sunday mornings in The Old Town—food was incredible—he also shared his vast knowledge of the Guggenheim museum, both outside and inside—-great tour—highly recommend this guide!!!

Michael T.United States
September 2022

Iker was professional, informative, playful, energetic…outstanding in every way! Throughly enjoyed our tour of Bilbao as Iker showed us multiple perspectives of Basque culture. Highly recommended, any tour with Iker!

Susan H.United Kingdom
May 2022

The best excursion we have ever experienced thanks to Iker. Iker collected us from the cruiseship and shared his passion for all things Basque, (language, history, culture, food), in a totally accessible way. In the Guggenheim he shared his knowledge, which was phenomenal, and a real great experience. We had a walking tour of the old town and then enjoyed excellent authentic pinxos. Iker's a really lovely guy, whose depth of knowledge and enthusiasm will make your experience brilliant, guaranteed!

Your Bilbao tour itinerary

-Pick up at the pier in Bilbao, drive to the city, just 20 minutes. -Bilbao city tour, partially walking and with private transport to get to see more in the journey. Around 2 hours. -Guggenheim museum. Around 1. 5-2 hours, less if you wish. Time for pintxos-tapas -Return to the cruise ship. 20 minutes driving. I could create a customized tour link adapted to your need, wish or willing if you need something extra or different. Check the multiple options on my tour list descriptions. Please do not hesitate to ask for any idea, other destination or option.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

Private air conditioned car/van

What's included
Other: Private driver service Private air conditioned transport All transport costs such as tolls, fuel, parkings fees Organized entrance fees. Tickets for the museum.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Guggenheim museum
What's not included
Other: Private groups up to 8 people due to the transport license. For bigger groups please ask for a quote. Food and drinks
Meeting location

Bilbao, Spain

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Architecture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
814964
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Bilbao is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city with a local guide, Iker B., and gain deeper insights into the Basque culture. It's ideal for those interested in history, art, and local cuisine, as it includes visits to the Historic Centre, the Guggenheim Museum, and a pintxos-tapas tour. The tour is also suitable for families with kids and cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion.

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