"We had traveled with Eat Northern Spain and Elias once before, so we knew the quality of this trip to Portugal would be amazing. I was a little concerned about the size of our group and the age range. It was a family trip, 6 adults and 3 children ages 12,10, and 6. I didn't need to worry, everything went smoothly. After reading about Portugal we asked to see some specific things and Elias worked all of them into our itinerary. He added some surprises for the kids and everyone had a great experience.

Our hotel in Lisbon was family friendly and even had a kitchenette and washing machine in the room. The hotel in Fatima was across the street from the shrine so we could walk over whenever we wanted. I celebrated my birthday in Porto and the hotel staff heard my grandchildren singing Happy Birthday to me at breakfast. When we returned from touring that afternoon, there was a cake with a candle in it waiting for me in our room. It doesn't get much better than that! Our group elected to have tapas for lunch which the kids loved. Elias ordered for us and we enjoyed trying a variety of new foods.

All of the restaurants for our evening meals were amazing, but my favorite was my birthday dinner at a one star Michelin restaurant. Excellent food along with some interesting and surprising presentations. It was a fabulous trip, one our family will always remember."

"Since I have returned I have been telling my friends about the wonderful experience we had. The entire trip ran very smoothly and we all enjoyed the luxury of being free from deciding restaurants, hotels, and activities. The restaurants and hotels were top notch, and we enjoyed excellent food and beverage from the menu at the restaurants without ever seeing a bill. Your schedule also led us to three very different terrains along the Camino, and we were happy to experience them all. Our driver was attentive and punctual, and our guide Ana, was a pleasure to be with.

I would gladly recommend you our friends."

"Our family trip to Portugal was truly a once in a lifetime experience! We traveled with 9 people across three generations.

Prior to the trip, Elias emailed us with a suggested itinerary and was very open to suggestions. We thought the activities and experiences were well chosen and each day there was something the whole family enjoyed.

We were very impressed by our hotel locations, which facilitated easy walking to all of the planned sites. Weren't we surprised when we walked from our hotel just up to the nearest square and saw a Fábrica Sant'Anna tile shop, one of the oldest tile makers in the country! In Fatima we only had an overnight stay, so time was important to us. We literally stayed across the street from the Basilicas, making it easy to walk over and for each person to take their time worshipping in such a holy location.

The food was wonderful also. Elias planned our dinners thoughtfully - each dinner was fine dining with his expert wine pairing.

The pinnacle of our dining experience was our farewell dinner. Elias planned a wonderful walk through Porto that culminated in a Michelin Star restaurant inspired by José Saramago's novel Blindness. This was an elevated, private experience just for our family. We cannot begin to describe the smells and tastes we experienced. We were truly blessed to have had the opportunity to dine there, but it was so much more special with Elias guiding us.

For us, the best part of the trip was the total experience that Elias created. Not only was he funny, personable, and easy to talk to, but he facilitated EVERYTHING(!!) from our itinerary, to tickets, to helping us with any language barriers. Our driver, Rui, was absolutely a professional, and he either really liked classic American pop/rock, or he played it for us! Elias allowed us to forget the logistics of travel and just enjoy the culture, spaces, and people. We have never traveled like this before and to say the difference was amazing would be an understatement. Every day after we arrived home, our children would comment on how differently the Portuguese organize their day and lifestyle and how eye opening and educational it was for them.

We cannot recommend Elias and Eat Northern Spain any more highly! We know that when we do this again, we will pick up where we left off and Elias will treat us like family!

"We were most fortunate to find Eat Northern Spain when we began researching a way to best enjoy this region of the world. Our group of six (friends and family) traveled a week together and it was a phenomenal experience. The logistists were all perfectly done.

Our guide, Ana, was passionate about her country, extremely knowledgeable about its history, culture, food, and especially its wonderful wines. Ana had great suggestions for food and wine each day that were unique and special. We stayed in one of a kind hotels (converted palaces and monasteries) and were comfortably transported from each site. Ana's warmth and infectious enthusiasm made each day a joyful experience and her energy was unflagging.

We loved being able to walk portions of the Camino, the curated experiences (visiting a ranch that was truly farm to table, observing a master ham carver and tasting his handiwork, an afternoon at a small vineyard barrel sampling wines in various stages of maturation), and of course, visiting the historic churches. Fabulous trip!"

"This was our third journey with Eat Northern Spain and our third time travelling under the easy, assured guidance of Elias — a fact that speaks volumes about the calibre of the experience. Returning customers usually know what to expect, yet Elias still managed to surprise us at every turn. 

The bar was set early with a long, unapologetically meaty lunch in Terrabuey, the kind of meal that announces you are in a region deeply confident in its culinary traditions. From there, the journey unfolded with a rhythm that felt both generous and intimate: standing before the grave of El Cid in the soaring splendour of Burgos Cathedral, then later enjoying rare, full access to a winery alive with the energy and chaos of harvest, where production was in full swing and nothing felt staged. 

What Eat Northern Spain consistently delivers is not simply access, but perspective. Elias has a gift for opening doors — literal and cultural — and for providing the context that turns good food and fine wine into something far more meaningful. By the end of the tour, you don’t just leave well fed; you leave with a genuine understanding of the region’s culture, its history, and the deep-rooted traditions that make Northern Spain such a distinctive force in the culinary world."

"This was our second trip with Elias and his team at Eat Northern Spain, and once again, it exceeded expectations. We explored cities like San Sebastián, St. Jean Pied de Port, Lourdes, Pamplona, and Bilbao, enjoying outstanding food and wine along the way. Mornings were spent walking parts of the Camino, followed by visits to vineyards, monasteries, cathedrals, and palaces. The dining experiences were exceptional—thanks to Elias’ close relationships, we were welcomed like friends and served some of the best food we’ve ever had. I highly recommend Eat Northern Spain, and we’re already looking forward to a future trip to Portugal with them. Thanks, Elias, for another unforgettable journey! "

"Our private small group trip to Spain was wonderful because of the expert guidance of Elias and his team with Eat Northern Spain. This was our second trip using this company for a different part of Spain. On this trip, we visited a few towns, including Lourdes in France, and walked about 5 days on the Camino de Santiago. The hotels, drivers, the guidance we received in Pamplona, San Sebastian, and Bilbao were all first class. Of course, the restaurants were fantastic! My wife and I both highly recommend Eat Northern Spain as your guide; I am certain you will not be disappointed. "

"We really enjoyed our tour with Eat Northern Spain visiting three Paradores in the North of Spain starting in Leon and finishing in Santiago de Compostela. Our tour guide Ana was not only very knowledgeable about the history, the food and the wines but arranged every detail of the trip to perfection. The food was delicious and even dietary restrictions had been relayed to every restaurant ahead of our arrival. Our driver Maria did a wonderful job winding the Mercedes van around some narrow lanes. Some highlights were a river boat ride, a visit to an oxen farm, a visit to a family winery and our walking tour of Santiago de Compostela. Thanks from the six of us."

"Elias and his team at Eat Northern Spain did it again! This excellent itinerary for our second trip to Northern Spain outperformed what they did previously for our luxury pilgrimage on the Camino two years ago. This trip had us touring in the opposite direction with Lourdes, France, our final destination. Our superb guide, Ana, accompanied us the entire way, assuring our comfort and blending perfectly into our group of six! Probably the best part about Elias’ efforts is his ability to source accommodations and cuisine off the beaten track. We never would have feasted on roasted lamb (Lechazo asado) in the heart of the Ribera del Duero if it wasn't for him. Good job, Elias! "

"This was another wonderful trip you organized of our group of 6, our second adventure with your company Eat Northern Spain.  As always, you do a superb job of selecting the perfect itinerary. From the hotels we stay, to the restaurants chosen, to the daily excursions, our expert driver and especially your guide (Ana) who was marvelous!

We look forward to working with you in the future! 

All the best!!!

"We just arrived home from our Eat Northern Spain - Camino de Santiago Luxury Tour in 8 Days. As we review our pictures, we remember the absolutely wonderful experiences on our week long journey. Elias planned the perfect trip, we indulged in delicious meals, learned about wonderful Spanish wines and walked with fellow pilgrims on the most picturesque paths of the Camino. Our experience was authentic, unique and thoroughly enjoyable. All the Eat Northern Spain team were so knowledgeable and acted as our interpreters in restaurants, local towns and paradors. We were able to enjoy many things that we would never be able access without them. We can’t wait to plan our next adventure with Eat Northern Spain! We have recommended them to many of our friends already:)"

"Reflecting on our time together, we can only describe our adventure with you as a journey of exquisite elegance. You crafted a bespoke itinerary that not only showcased the beauty and rich culture of Northern Spain but also catered to our individual desires and preferences.

The accommodations were nothing short of exceptional, with rooms that were truly the finest available. The culinary experiences you arranged were a delightful blend of Michelin-starred dining and hidden local gems that only someone with your expertise could uncover. Each meal was a celebration, featuring innovative dishes from up-and-coming chefs that left us savoring every bite, despite any guilt about our waistlines! 

You introduced us to the remarkable world of Spanish wines, deepening our appreciation for this exquisite aspect of the culture. Your itinerary was perfectly designed for the discerning traveler seeking to explore Northern Spain while indulging in the best dining experiences.

We are truly spoiled by the high standard you’ve set for our future travels. Thank you once again for a trip of a lifetime!

"We are constantly reminded of the many wonderful experiences you so masterfully created for our recent 14 day visit to Northern Spain and the French Biarritz. The dining, hotel and excursions far exceeded our expectations. Yet, we only gained 2 lbs (1kg) since we had the Camino and city tours to walk off some calories. We appreciated having the driver available to rescue us on those days we could only handle a half march.

Mainly, it was your presence that brought the character of Spain to us directly with your history, knowledge of wine, and especially your ability to find those absolutely unique examples of Spain’s most excellent culinary masters. You gave us Spain’s character and spirit. Thank you to all the Eat Northern Spain team. 

"We had previously booked a trip with Eat Northern Spain prior to the Covid pandemic and it had to be cancelled, Elias was amazing and refunded us in full no questions asked, so we pledged to ourselves that post covid we would book the tour again. We finally managed to enjoy the 10 day Ultimate Food & Wine Tour of Northern Spain in June 2024.

We were a party of 8 ( 4 couples ) and WOW what a fabulous experience we all had, from the moment Elias met us at Madrid airport until we finished in Bilbao. The food, hotels, places and transport were all fantastic, we especially enjoyed learning about how the food is grown and nurtured that we were about to eat, it made the eating experience even better.

We all agreed that it was the best tour we have ever experienced. Thank you Elias and we will all be recommending your tours to our friends"

"We had the unique opportunity to join Eat Northern Spain for a glorious 14 day journey in May 2024. We were lucky to have the CEO himself, Elias Gonzalez, lead us for 10 of the 14 days on a journey we will never forget. From the start of the tour in Bilbao, Spain, we laughed, ate, drank, and ate and drank some more over and over while discovering the beauty and history Spain offered. With Elias as our expert, we learned to “¡vive el momento!”, live in the moment! Every day had special moments and memories created just for us. Each experience was truly thoughtful and went beyond our expectations…we felt like kings and queens most of the time!! An adventure we will never forget…thank you for opening our eyes (and mouths!) to so many different cultural tastes, places, and most of all, the people! We are in awe of the beauty of Spain with its Camino de Santiago. The Eat Northern Spain Team deserves a standing ovation….thank you Elias, Ana, and Alicia!!"

"Imagine walking beautiful and personally selected Camino de Santiago hikes, drinking the perfect wine with every meal, enjoying incredible dining experiences at impossible to reserve restaurants, and experiencing all of the best that Northern Spain has to offer...without having to make a decision and totally relaxing for 14 glorious days! That is what you will experience with Elias and his Eat Northern Spain team. This is a luxurious and personalized vacation. The accommodations were amazing and historic. Elias always had us in the best rooms due to his professional relationships. The meals were among the best I've ever enjoyed. Elias and his team were organized and displayed military precision. As a self-admitted "planner", it was a pleasure to relax and enjoy the experiences without a worry in the world. Even if I spent years researching and planning a trip, there is no way could have known what stretch to walk, where to eat, what wine to order with the meal, where to stay and what room to ask for, and so on. Elias has it down. Sit back, trust him, and enjoy 14 days of heaven. We highly recommend Eat Northern Spain!"

"The trip was perfect - every room had “the view “and the food was over the top beginning with a 17 course tasting menu. The wine was ever flowing and the pace of the tour could not have been better. THE TRIP for Northern Spain and Portugal! Thank you, Elias "

"Eat Northern Spain curated an exceptional program that was perfectly balanced for our eclectic group. We walked beautiful sections of the Camino, toured ancient cities and towns across Northern Spain from Roncesvalles to Santiago de Compostela including the Ribeira Sacra wine region with its ancient terraced vineyards. This company has an extensive network of connections that made this experience possible. We ate amazing food and drank excellent wine in many unique environments. We stayed in exceptional hotels with beautiful architecture and deep historical importance. Elias took care of all logistics and shared his extensive knowledge of the region, its history, culture and gastronomy in a way that made the whole experience come together seamlessly. This was a very special experience. "

"When I first read about "Eat Northern Spain" and and then saw the reviews by people who had travelled with Elias and his company, I thought this is the trip for us! I shared the description with another couple here in Malibu and the respose was "Let's do it!" Expectations were high, but the trip far exceeded anything we had anticipated. From the pick up at Madrid's airport until we were delivered to our flight out in Bilbao, we were presented with wonderful food, magnificent accommodations and great wines - all curated by Elias and conveyed by our outstanding driver, Alicia.

Whether it was suckling lamb cooked in a wood oven, the best steak in the world served in a bodega, Iberico ham in Leon or seafood on the Asturias coast, they were all the best we had ever eaten and all found in locations we would never have found any other tour. The hotel accommodations from a former monastery in Ribera del Duero to the Maria Cristina in San Sebastian were all standout and top of the line. The Michelin-recognized restaurants were each unique with tasting menus that reflected the local regions with wines that matched the food. Plus, we were introduced to locations and regions of Northern Spain that made the food, wine and history come alive.

This was our 5th trip to Spain and we travel frequently to many parts of the world, but this trip arranged and hosted by Elias, was thus far the most memorable of all. Everything was well-planned but flexible to accommodate special needs and wants and Elias took care of our every need and wish. We are currently deciding what our next tour with Eat Northern Spain will be."

"We had such a wonderful experience with Elias and Ana guiding us through each days itinerary. We’ll miss our time with you and will always remember our great times.

Your ever detail of our entire journey was spot on. Each day’s portion of the Camino walk, the lunches, dinners, accommodations and of course our driver Alicia was so delightful.  All of the food and accommodations were special especially the last four nights at the Paradores hotels as well as the beginning night in Burgos.

Thank you again for ensuring of Camino trip was so fantabolous and memorable.

I Look forward to passing your information to my colleagues, friends and family"

"When you read the testimonials on Eat Northern Spain, there is a common thread among them all. That traveling with Elias is an extrodinary experience and we felt catered to from beginning to end.

Elias thoughtfully planned out all the details of our trip that we took with friends to Northern Spain. The trip was seamless from the beginning when you were picked up at the airport by Elias and his wonderful driver Alberto, to the end when you were dropped back off. The accommodations exceeded all of our expectations, the food and wine was amazing and the pace of the trip was perfectly planned. Each day was an unforgettable experience.

It was truly a spectacular trip that we will never forget and hope we are lucky enough to be able to travel with Eat Northern Spain again some day "

"Eat Northern Spain is exactly what we did! Elias knows the food, he knows the wine, he knows the restaurants, he knows the wineries and the places to see. We were taken care of from the moment we were met at the airport to the moment we were dropped back off for our flight home. If you want Michelin rated restaurants, deluxe hotels, top-notch transportation, and service that attends to all the details, Elias is your man! "

"Elias, thanks for a wonderful and an incredible adventure through northern Spain. From Madrid to San Sebastián every day was full of wonderful sights, fantastic food and excellent Spanish wines. The people we met along the way,  like the vineyard employees to the cheese makers, were so friendly and gracious. You and our driver could not have been more friendly and accommodating. This was at the top of the list in terms our many vacations to date. I can’t wait to schedule another trip with you in the future. Thank you for such a memorable and well planned vacation."

"We have been privileged to have visited over 120 countries in the world over many years and this trip is up on the top 10.

When we first read your proposal for our 8-day trip with our best friends through your company “Eat Northern Spain” we had not envisaged the amazing diversity of our up and coming wonderful experience.

Our exchange of emails with you over the prior months gave us confidence that you were very experienced in the field of providing a super service to your clients and we would have a vacation of a lifetime and we did.

With our daily hiking through lovely landscapes and mostly off the roads, you tailor made the trip to take us through the best of the Camino Way. Fitting in our walks during the mornings after breakfast and always ending in time for a delicious lunch at our next destination was so well planned.

Your choice of driver was wonderful – Alberto was so well dressed and a very experienced driver. We felt so safe on motorways and especially on the narrow mountain roads. Comfort level was perfect and great A-C when necessary. Alberto was always so polite and helpful with our gear to get us up and running on the trail every morning.

Our accommodation at every stop was so wonderful – 4&5 star hotels, Palacios and Paradors along the way were a treat to stop over in with great service and comfort.

The name of your company tells the whole story of this amazing experience “Eat Northern Spain”. Our gourmet experience was over and above what we expected and we cannot give away too many secrets that you had in store for us at each destination but must say our unforgettable experience of stomping the grapes was one of a lifetime and we then we drank the grape juice!!

Elias is a true gentleman with a 6^th sense to give your guests time on their own but he was always available to help with our every need. We were delighted to dine with him at lunch and get to know him a little better, more over he was great company and a good sense of humour. His wealth of information on the history of each destination was very valuable to give us an in-depth appreciation of each area we visited.

It is obvious that all the Eat Northern Spain team is passionate about their country and proud to show the guests the best of what Spain has to offer on all levels – hiking, gourmet food, the best of wines, cultural attractions and most of all your friendly people.

We shall return next year to pick up where we left of – this time to the east side of the Camino for another trip of a lifetime.

With our gratitude and thankfulness to cross paths with such a unique company and the wonderful CEO and Founder Elias Gonzalez"

"We found this to be a very unique way to experience Spain. Eat Northern Spain's selection of first class accommodation, variety of cuisines, and knowledge of local culture, made this trip nothing short of amazing!

Elias, CEO & Founder of Eat Northern Spain, was well organized and flexible which enabled us to travel seamlessly between destinations. He is a pleasant and knowledgeable host. The trip was a fun and unique way to learn about the culture and food of Northern Spain."

" Elias, we want to thank you again for the services you and your company provided our group of 8 for the Camino de Santiago trip. From the very beginning of our communications, everything was very professional, prompt and exceeded our expectations. Each of the hotels were of superior quality. Further, it was a special treat to experience the local “off the beaten path” restaurants that are of the highest standards and the food was magnificent. Every meal was a fantastic experience and our entire group was very, very impressed with the quality and hospitality of each restaurant and hotel. Your explanation the night before each day’s walk was very thorough and the transportation to and from the Camino was always on time and enjoyable. Of course, the walk each day was wonderful and the final “Pilgrim’s Mass” at the cathedral in Santiago with the Botafumeiro was truly amazing. Our entire group keep starting every sentence with “ I can’t believe how wonderful the ………” whether it was for the food, accommodations, communications, scenery, weather, etc.. Thank you again and can’t wait to book another trip with your company"

"Thank you so much for being such amazing hosts during an absolutely awesome trip along the Camino. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience. I loved the time along the Camino enjoying nature and a totally different way of life.

The hotels you chose for us were just stunning and everyone made us feel very welcome and special.

The vineyard tours were fabulous and the kindness of Roberto, Martin, Oscar and Anna to name a few was overwhelming.

The dining experiences…honestly I’ve never had such delicious food in such beautiful and authentic restaurants along with service that was beyond any expectation I could imagine. You even managed to handle with great ease one of the major issues I have with travel and dining out. Having to maintain a diet with many limitations can be stressful and you made it so very easy. I have so much gratitude for that experience.

Eat Northern Spain is the way to go! The places we visited would never have been found on our own. I never felt like a tourist and never experienced a traffic jam or uncomfortable crowds. Thank you so much!"

"We joined our good friends Alan and Linda on this amazing tour of the Douro Valley. Alan and Linda had previously toured with Elias in Northern Spain in 2019 and we were excited with the prospect of having a curated tour of the best the Douro valley had to offer.

We were not disappointed. Elias had assembled a tour of the best Quintas (wine estates in Portuguese), restaurants, and hotels in the Douro valley. We traveled in style, whether by land or river and were hosted in a series of luxury hotels throughout our trip. Lunches were frequently taken in small intimate restaurants, known only to locals, where we sampled the best of local cuisine and tasted the amazing Portuguese wines and ports. Dinners were sumptuous affairs in the best restaurants in the valley.

Our tastings in the various Quintas along the river were exceptionally informative and a lot of fun and Elias kept on providing exciting surprises. On the day of my wife’s birthday, he produced a saber and a bottle of “champagne” so my wife Gretta could take her place in the Saber Club whilst overlooking the stunning river scenery.

Elias was a charming travel companion totally knowledgeable in the secrets of the valley and attentive to our every need. We are definitely going to cross paths with Eat Northern Spain again on another curated adventure"

"The Douro River Valley provides an “excess of nature” says Miguel Torga and we found that the tour Eat Northern Spain organized for our party only accentuated this statement. From the boutique hotels on Quintas with stunning views over the Douro to the village restaurants with a diverse variety of local food and wine pairings, the tour highlighted and accentuated all that the Douro has to offer.

To achieve all that we experienced without feeling rushed and stressed is a testament to the organization of Eat Northern Spain and Elias Gonzalez. A relaxed atmosphere that seem to accommodate our every need but ensured we experienced the region to the fullest. Special tours of vineyards with wine tastings- private transport, on land and water and secret surprises that only added to the fun and excitement. In these crazy days, the 9 day tour of Douro Valley and Porto was an oasis of relaxed calm and indulgence were we could fully appreciate the “excess of nature” and the bounty that is crafted from the unique landscape. Thank you to Elias and team for bringing us back to the reality of nature and the serenity and bounty that the land can provide. Most highly recommended if you wish to experience this amazing region of the world"

"We urge everyone who values unforgettable vacations to contact 'Eat Northern Spain’. Beyond the very personalised yet seamless planning and caring 24-7 support, we loved our insightful guide, the outstanding food, the beautiful San Sebastian, Barcelona’s creativity, the traditions, the medieval villages and meeting the delightful Spaniards (especially the wine makers!)

We have been on many luxury trips but this was by far the best holiday we have been on. Spain is wonderful! Eat Northern Spain will make sure you enjoy every moment. This was a luxury trip for the two of us which Elias (the CEO) planned in great detail. Every day there were little surprises (I won’t spoil it for you!)

At every town they had not only found the best accommodation available but had also procured the best room in the hotel. We were treated so superbly. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

We are in the planning stage for another trip this year with ‘Eat Northern Spain’. This time to take our daughter and grandchildren. Thank you to all the team at 'Eat Northern Spain', you will forever remain in our hearts"

"We have travelled extensively around the world and this tour ranks amongst the best we have taken. Fully recommended for those who are willing to explore and discover the culinary and historic delights of Spain.

It was pure pleasure to tour with Eat Northern Spain. From the punctual pick up in Madrid and the excitement of the culinary adventure that was to take place over the next 10 days, our expectations were exceeded.

Using an extensive network of connections, we were introduced to passionate food producers and restaurant owners who were more than eager to showcase and highlight the culinary delights of the region. From artisan cheese makers to petting 1500 kg oxen in the fields, we were able to fully immerse ourselves in a total food experience.

The ability to source exquisite restaurants, from Michelin starred establishments to a family restaurant so far off the beaten track that you begin to think you are never coming back, we enjoyed the culinary delights that highlighted the produce of Spain. Beef, ham fresh fish, cheese and the local wine and cider to wash them all down.

Accommodations in boutique hotels added to the enjoyment of the tour. From a 12^th century monastery to a pop groups former home and recording studio, each offered comfort and added to the uniqueness of the tour.

Like the Don Quixote, our guide had a trusty companion in our driver. Always punctual and ever attentive, transfers and journeys were comfortable, and they were always responsive to detours and stops to get the best photo or ensure any needs were fully accommodated.

Thank you again for a great trip - you have a wonderful combination of satisfying the culinary experiences with sharing the tourist delights of northern Spain with all the different terrains and historic gems."

"We loved every moment, from the interactions with locals at every stop of the trip to our formal wine dinners. We would refer Eat Northern Spain to anyone. The experiences you create are superlative in any way. We can't speak highly enough of your itineraries. Thank you for creating moments and memories that will last a lifetime!

From end to end our hosts, the food, wine, cider and accommodation was exceptional. Well done guys and thank you, we will always hold fond memories of your amazing tour"

"I would book again without hesitation. The hotels and restaurants chosen were outstanding. Our guide, seem to have “an in” on all the special places to go which we would never would have known about had we tried to book our trip on our own.

Using Eat Northern Spain was the best thing we did. The trip was customized just exactly how we wanted it! We didn’t need to worry about anything...booking the hotels, restaurants, driving, the bills, tipping, ...everything was first class. Well Done Eat Northern Spain!!!”
Thanks again for the providing us with a trip of a lifetime"

"Thanks very much for a great trip. We couldn’t fault any part of it. The enthusiasm and skill of the people we visited was wonderful and their food and wine matched it. We searched online for luxury food and wine tours in Spain and that’s what we got with lots of extras. Thanks again from all of us"

"If you want to eat the most flavorful food from local hideaways to Michelin starred restaurants . . .

If you want to experience the most incredible local wines . . .

If you want to stay in unique hotels from castles to monasteries . . .

If you want to avoid tourist buses and tourist crowds . . .

Then choose Eat Northern Spain to make it happen. When we compared the costs of Eat Northern Spain with upscale coach tours, our decision to go with a personalized tour was an easy one. The care and flexibility of all the people in this company made our first visit to Spain one that we will always remember.

Without a doubt you will get more than you paid for--guaranteed! "

"We cannot thank you enough for the most magical experience in Northern Spain. 

It was nothing short of spectacular and our memories will last a lifetime. It was just so special and every detail you arranged was perfect.

Not to mention you were also such fun company!!! Every little detail was pure perfection and I can’t wait to book our next trip with you"

"What an amazing trip! We loved everything! Great experience! Best vacation of our life!.. Well, I feel there is no good way to start without sounding like a stereotypical, very much cliché review. Yet all of it is true and pertinent.

Everything started one rainy evening with Steak (R)evolution - a Netflix documentary by Franck Ribière - worldwide dive into gastronomy, farming and butchery while on the quest for the best steak out there. One man and one place stood out. José Gordon and El Capricho in Spain’s Castille-Leon region. After some quick research it was clear to us that the best way to get there was with Eat Northern Spain. Why? Well, keep reading. Few emails and couple Skype interviews later we were set, counting days for our dreamed trip. 

Now, pay attention. The better you will outline your interests, aims, your must-haves, your individual preferences, your budget, your concerns than better your bespoke experienced will be. Elias, Eat Northern Spain's CEO & Owner is a Professional (big “P” is intended), in love with his country. No detail is too small for him and all the people in this company and they will not overlook anything. In fifteen days we visited and stayed in four regions. Every place, every time we felt we are in the undeniably best room , in finest hotel the city could offer. Having room in Bilbao across the street for Guggenheim felt superlative at first until sun start painting titanium tiles in into cacophony of colours, from hard steel to shades of copper to tones of gold. There was an endless beauty, our tour was peppered with picturesque scenes. Twelve century frescoes will give way to chef, gathering something from organic garden right after sunrise, to the river of wineries, to the best in the world Gothic architecture, to kids smiling walking into waves of the sea, to undisputed best rows of stain glass in Leon’s Cathedral, to boats gathering late morning in the port to sort out daily catch, to bigger-than-bus chestnut barrels filled with apple cider, to huge exposition of Chagall, to my five-year-old daughter playing with newborn calf to glass-like lakes framed in emerald and grey when going over the mountains.

Yet it was food, that took the centre stage more often than anything else. So many times we found ourselves on the middle of “Oh, my God! This the best anchovies… steak… razor clam… olive oil… turbot… “cheesecake”… blue lobster… iberico ham… blood sausage… monk fish … lamb roast… fill in the blank … I ever ate”. Everything we tried was amazing. From tiny, authentic hand-full-of-seats small village eatery to three Michelin star best of in the world restaurants. From hand carved, the best the country can offer ham sampling (thank you Augustin) to deep in basement one on one with owner and third generation cheese-make cheese tasting. Wine was the only competition to food in quality and consistency. Not only we visited, but met chefs in some of the best restaurants in Spain. Day prior to our flight back to San Francisco they set us up with ultimate culmination experience. While our guide was “babysitting” our eighteen and five-year-old, too-much-yet-very-appropriate luxury sedan took us to Axpe for about six-hour visit to Asador Etxebarri… Remarkable food, incredible wine, and wonderful service day in and day out.

On value… One morning in León, I woke up early. While I was having my first espresso in the hotel cafe I was watching farmers setting up Sunday market on the main town square. Group of fellow American tourists were gathering up to board a nearby bus. Everyone was dressed like they about to scale Everest plus Samsonite suitcase, plus selfie stick. Many looked bit worn-out, anxious, overly organized and determined, resolute to accomplish things. For a little more (yes more, not less) what me and my family spent for our amazing Spain experience, poor people were about to fritter few weeks inside the bus chasing one after another rationed, stale, to-be-checkmarked and forgotten destination. Our Mercedes minivan filled with icy water, mints, new fuzzy toy each morning for my daughter and operated by highly experienced driver was not due for another couple of hours. I ordered another espresso…

Do not get confused. This is not a review of Spain. This is a review of expert services from Eat Northern Spain. It is through their eyes we fell in love with Spain. It is thanks to them we enjoyed every experience. All of it was carefully planned and executed perfectly. On our timeline, on our schedule, with tact, friendly conversation, balance and laughter. Eleven stars out of five, guys! Please keep it up. Thank you and stay awesome our dear friends!"

"What a fabulous vacation!  We ate at all the best restaurants and stayed in the best hotels.  And best of all – we didn’t have to travel with large tourist crowds on large tourist buses.

We had a private tour van that was perfectly sized for our family group, with a dedicated driver and an amazing personal tour director.  The food and accommodations were the best and Eat Northern Spain tailored our adventure to include winery tours, hiking on the El Camino, staying overnight in a monastery, touring the Guggenheim Gallery, sightseeing at a number of the wonderful Cathedrals, and more.  We got to vacation at our own pace, and we got to see all the things that we wanted to see.

It was truly the vacation of a lifetime"

"Last March,my friend and I plus our wives decided to take a trip to Northern Spain. We had fully intended planning this trip ourselves however having been introduced to “Eat Northern Spain” by another foodie and have to say that the decision to join Elias (CEO & Founder of Eat Northern Spain) on a Culinary Tour was by far the best decision we made throughout the whole planning stages. We had an absolutely mouth-watering four days travelling in a spacious chauffeur driven Mercedes with Elias providing us with snippets of history and knowledge in general of Northern Spain throughout. We stopped in some exceptional hotels and fed like kings in some beautiful locations. We ate the what is reputed to be “The Best Beef In the World” and I would not dispute that as well of some of the finest fresh seafood I have ever tasted. Elias was friendly courteous and very professional at all times, in fact the perfect partner to accompany us on our tour. I would have no hesitation in recommending “Eat Northern Spain” to anyone at all. A truly eye-opening experience. "