Duck through the Parte Vieja's tiled bars with a working Basque chef, tasting the pintxos locals actually order, not the ones under glass for tourists.
What to expect
You'll move between five generations of family-run bars, tasting anchovy, txistorra, and seasonal specials paired with local cider and txakoli. The chef translates the unwritten etiquette — how much to order, when to move on. It finishes near the harbour with a view back toward Pasajes.
Good to know
15-minute taxi or local bus from Pasajes port to San Sebastián old town; book the 11am tour to be back for a mid-afternoon all-aboard.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Pasajes — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.