01/ Gastronomy Tours
Pintxo Tour / Artisian Cheese Factory Tour
Vineyard Hike / Brewery Beer & Kombucha Experience / Txakoli Vinyard Tour / Zarautz to Getaria Tour
Jamón Cutting Masterclass
Traditional Basque Cider House Tour
02/ Hiking Tours
Hernio Mountain Hike / Vineyard Hike
Jaizkibel Hiking Tour / Peñas de Aia / Ulia Hike Tour
03/ Bespoke Experience
Design your experience
— Griffin Halpern
After 15 enriching years living, exploring, and building a life in the Basque Country – complete with a Basque wife and child, a thriving craft brewery, and deep local roots – I’ve developed an intimate understanding of this remarkable region.
Whether you’re a family seeking meaningful
cultural connections, friends craving adventure, or someone planning an unforgettable celebration, I open doors to places most visitors never discover — from hidden gastronomic gems and private tastings to breathtaking coastal hikes and exclusive local encounters







Every experience is carefully tailored to match
your unique interests, pace, and style.
Experience exclusive culinary adventures in San Sebastian, guided by passionate locals.
From vibrant Pintxo Tours and indulgent Jamon Experiences to lively Cider HouseTours, savor authentic flavors and local secrets in cultural, historical, traditional, and delicious journeys. This is the best way to truly understand Basque culture.
Experience exclusive culinary adventures in San Sebastian, guided by passionate locals.
From vibrant Pintxo Tours and indulgent Jamon Experiences to lively Cider HouseTours, savor authentic flavors and local secrets in cultural, historical, traditional, and delicious journeys. This is the best way to truly understand Basque culture.
After 15 years immersed in the Basque Country — building a family with my Basque wife, raising our child here, growing a successful craft brewery, and nurturing deep local connections—I’ve gained an intimate understanding of this remarkable region.
What I offer goes beyond standard tourism: it’s exclusive access, genuine authenticity, and experiences thoughtfully curated just for you.
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Whether you’re a family eager for meaningful cultural connections, friends seeking
unique adventures, or organizing an unforgettable bachelor or bachelorette
experience, I’ll unlock doors most visitors never discover. From hidden culinary
treasures and private tastings with local artisans to breathtaking coastal hikes and
authentic encounters with Basque culture, every moment is designed around your
personal interests and preferred pace.
Additionally, I specialize in collaborating with filmmakers (Netflix, Hulu, YouTube),
food critics, authors, and other professionals seeking insider expertise and unique
local perspectives.
Reach out today, and let’s start crafting your personalized Basque experience.
We create the most
epic experiences