THE BASQUE COUNTRY And THE
CLASICA SAN
SEBASTIAN
The Basque Country is characterized by two simple facts: remarkably beautiful landscape and incredibly delicious food. The simplicity of exploring the landscape-from stunning coastal roads to deserted mountainscapes- by bicycle and experiencing the pleasures of eating that is beyond an art form in this part of Europe, is to fully indulge in this Hedonist's playground that is determined to remain true to its culturally roots. Highlighted by Monte Jaizkibel and the craggily peak of La Rhune, the quilted, richly decorated Basque Country landscape is at the heart of the confluence of the Western Pyrenees collapsing onto the rugged Cantabrian coast. This landscape has been the traditional breeding ground for the ingredients that signify the best of Basque cuisine, an art form and lifestyle that has defined this region for hundreds of years.
World-Class Cycling
Close your eyes and imagine a perfect day on the bike, and it will match very closely to riding in the Basque Country. A picturesque landscape that is unrivalled for beauty, the roads of the Western Pyrénées rise and fall over rugged limestone mountains, giving way to the emerald hillsides that fill the countryside. The twisting coastal road of the Côte Basque culminates on the Monte Jaizkibel, the crucial climb in the Clasica San Sebastian, an exciting single day classic run through the heart of the Spanish Basque country. Rolling hills, beautiful mountain climbs, serpentine coastal roads, minimal traffic and endless vistas. All sounds quite perfect to me.
Authentic Culture
If there is something else the Basques are serious about besides cycling, its food. The area radiating from San Sebastian is perhaps Europe's' greatest undiscovered culinary destination. This is Basque culture at its most authentic, and its finest: Iroleguy wine, Irati cheese, Espelette peppers, gateau basque, txangurro, merluzo, txakoli, salt cod, Iberian ham, the mouth-watering list goes on. We've selected 6 restaurants that we believe, collectively, encompass the multitude of styles, flavors and ingredients that represent both modern and traditional Basque cuisine.
Exemplary Service
Placing your pleasures in the hands of professionals can be, beyond the risk, a very rewarding experience. The unexpected, the anticipated, and the outcome are all considered, and the Chefs, sommeliers, hoteliers, have all been selected to match our service philosophy to provide you with the best possible environment to indulge in the elements of your vacation.