We didn’t do the bike tour in the end because we were camping at We Camp San Sebastián and the hill down (and more importantly back) is HUGE! Bear this in mind if you are thinking of doing the same and are staying at the same camp site. San Seb is also a big city, so if you are not used to cycling in a city then also bear this in mind. We aren’t, so were nervous and contacted Gontxu to change plans. So we did the walking tour instead, and really enjoyed the day, and the places he took us. He was very knowledgeable and knew his way around the city and the best bars with the pinxu, and the historic sites. He also took us to some landmark places with superb views of the city. His knowledge of the region was also impressive. The bike tour I’m sure would be great for some, but not from the camp site we were at. But would thoroughly recommend the walking tour.
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San Sebastian Bike Tour: Active Highlights Visit (3 hours)
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My name is Gontxu, I was born in Donostia-San Sebastian in 1977. After my studies I left the city to travel a bit the world, then, I was living in several countries like Ireland, France, Iran, Mexico or Benin. I learned a bit about other cultures and towns around the world. After my experiences abroad, I decided to come back to San Sebastian and settled down in my native city for guiding and showing to visitors the magic of the region. I love nature and on my free time I love to go into the ocean for surfing or swimming and into the mountains for climbing or trekking. I am also passionate of history and culture and a good food lover, always ready for good tasting meal :-) I am looking forward to meeting you and transmit you the magic of our region, let's do it combining 3 Basque passions: gastronomy, culture and nature, I am sure we are going to have a great time together. - Wide experience guiding tourists in San Sebastian. - Middle Mountain Guide degree. - Experience living in other countries such a France, Ireland, Iran, Mexico or Benin. - 5 years Business administration degree. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences
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Discover the main city sights and off the beaten path spots on a bike!
Overview of your San Sebastian tour
Did you know San Sebastian is the only European city with a tunnel inside used exclusively by bikes? Did you know San Sebastian has 3 beaches and 3 mountains inside of the city? Did you know 2 of the greatest sculptors of the 2nd half of XX century have their works in 2 beautiful viewpoints in the city? If you want to activate your body while visiting one of the most beautiful landscapes that a city could have chosen, this could be your tour. Since the first minute we will be immersed on the coast line and we will drive all along its 4 miles (6 km) stopping by iconic points. After passing by all 3 San Sebastian's beaches, on the way back of our tour we will choose another way, an old train way tunnel, along a mile we will do underground cycling . To finish this 4 miles (6 km) way back we will cycle and stop beside the greatest buildings and bridges of the city.
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Today was a fun bike ride with Gontxu! We made stops at interesting places and he enlightened us about their history as well as their uses today. We felt very safe on the bike lanes that he took us on. I highly recommend Gontxu and any of his tours. Thanks, Gontxu!!
Gontxu was an excellent guide and very helpful for a senior couple with little bike riding experience in the past 30 years! We really enjoyed the sights and history and particularly enjoyed the scenic ride through the tunnel on the return. We truly enjoyed his company and suggestions for places to go to enjoy the Pintxos.
Gontxu what is an exceptional tour guide. Not only was he knowledgeable, but he was amicable, funny, witty, and gave us detailed explanations of every single Crevison corner of the city. The bike tour was an affair to remember. If you are coming to San Sebastián, please book your tour with a Gontxu, as you will never regret it!!!! GONTXU YOU ROCK!!!!
Your San Sebastian tour itinerary
Total: 8 miles (12 km) - First stop at Zurriola surfing Beach and Ulia's bottom mountain. - Beautiful cycling around Urgull mountain called "Paseo Nuevo" - Quick stop on the Port & Old town. - Riding all along la Concha beach (a must in your visit to San Sebastian) - Cycle along Ondarreta beach & stopping at iconic Comb of the wind - Quick visit to the University area - Crossing through old train way Tunnel - Stopping by iconic buildings as Tabakalera modern art center, the Cathedral and Maria Cristina Hotel. - Crossing the most beautiful bridge of the city: Maria Cristina bridge. Notes: - I remain available to customise the itinerary according to travellers interests. - Afterwards, if you are interested on combining this tour with a local food tour please request for it. (*) To see what a local food tour contains check in "San Sebastian: highlights and local food tour"
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Bicycle
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Donostia-San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain
ByGuide: at Kursaal palace main entrance in Zurriola Avenue
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