Aupa Hi!

a company

Basque experiences of happiness. Get active, eat, and live.

Boat trips

Cycling – MTB

Experiences, cuisine, culture, wellness

Hiking

Surfing

Experience the Basque Country like never before with Julen Landaluze Gorostiaga, a Basque-born physical activity and sports specialist, tour guide, and passionate Basque lover.

Julen has been offering tailor-made experiences since 2015 to show and help people enjoy Basque sports, towns, landscapes, culture, language, and gastronomy, offering them new experiences in the Basque Country, the land they love so much.

Aupahi is his professional project, born from his belief that the Basque Country is the best place in the world and has everything you need for happiness: farmers, ranchers, fishermen, culture, sports, music, language, and traditions. That’s why he invites you to discover the Basque Country from the inside.

The most enjoyable proposals

Let us take care of you, we have a great plan for you

Half-day experiences (4-5 hours)

Immerse yourself in a gastronomic experience preparing and tasting pintxos in a gastronomic society, enjoy a meal in a traditional cider house, or let yourself be guided on a hiking or cycling route through breathtakingly beautiful scenery.

Full-day experiences (8-10 hours)

Enjoy a day of wonderful activities and discover the culture, cuisine, and lifestyle of the Basque Country: from artisanal products to deep-rooted customs, or choose an active day of surfing, hiking, or mountain biking.

Trips

Julen helps you design a tailor-made experience with all the ingredients of Basque culture and the activities you most desire, according to the needs and tastes of your group and the length of your trip, so you don't miss a thing.

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Basque experiences of happiness since 2015

100% personalized visits

Free cancellation up to 30 days before

Opinions

Listen to what our customers are saying

Unforgettable week!!! We had a wonderful week, with all kinds of activities (cultural, sports, gastronomic, etc.)! The enthusiasm and warmth with which Julen accompanied us on the various excursions and daily activities made this adventure an unforgettable memory.

ANA A.

A wonderful weekend with Julen, the creator of AUPA HI! The care and attention to detail with which he prepared the trip, every stop and corner, every wave and tasting, made me fall in love not only with his project but, in this case, with part of the Bizkaia coast. We left San Sebastián for Laga, surfed on that beautiful beach, and then ate nearby at Laida Beach. The picnic was top-notch, with locally sourced, quality produce. We even caught a couple of large spider crabs—what a spectacle! After a nighttime adventure, we parked the van in Akorda, and with all our gear and supplies, we hiked up to the Atxarre hermitage. What a sunset the Urdaibai biosphere gave us! Dinner was similar to lunch, but this time grilled on a charcoal barbecue in the purest Basque style. Good wine, good conversation, and the fantastic experience of camping right there in the open air. A luxurious sunrise to the rhythm of the Mundaka waves, breakfast on the beach, and a swim with the whole team. You guys are amazing! A 10/10 experience! 100% recommended. AUPA HI! A SURE VALUE!

CRISTINA G.

You just have to imagine what you want to do, and Aupa Hi will make it a reality. We spent a day on the Biscayan coast (a boat trip through Urdaibai, a visit and lunch at a txakoli winery, a rest in Gaztelugatxe, etc.) that was truly wonderful. Thank you so much, Julen.

AMATXABE

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, read here what our customers usually ask us.

What does the activity reservation include?

Each experience is different, so it varies depending on the one you choose. Generally, they include food, drinks, a guide, transportation, and, in all cases, accident insurance.

Can I do the activities on my own?

You can do some activities on your own by taking advantage of our travel planning advisory service.

Why take a trip with someone I don't know?

Everyone who participates in the experiences greatly appreciates the dynamic nature and information provided. Julen’s involvement and experience create the necessary balance to deliver an experience tailored to each person’s tastes.

Can I choose the menus?

We select quality, locally sourced products to prepare typical Basque dishes, always taking into account the dietary restrictions of the participants.

What happens if I have made a reservation and can't go?

If you cancel your reservation at least 30 days before your experience, 100% of the deposit you made to reserve the experience will be refunded.

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Custom routes (sea)

Boat trips | Water

Private courses

Surfing | Water

Tailor-made routes (land)

Cycling – MTB | Land

Gastronomic experiences

Experiences, cuisine, culture, wellness | Others

Basque traditions

Experiences, cuisine, culture, wellness | Others

Traditional Basque sport

Experiences, cuisine, culture, wellness | Others

Hiking à la carte

Hiking | Land

Aupa Hi!

Donostia-San Sebatián, Gipuzkoa

685 718 816

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Half-day experiences (4-5 hours)

Full-day experiences (8-10 hours)

Enjoy a day of wonderful activities and discover the culture, cuisine, and lifestyle of the Basque Country: from artisanal products to deep-rooted customs, or choose an active day of surfing, hiking, or mountain biking.

Trips

Julen helps you design a tailor-made experience with all the ingredients of Basque culture and the activities you most desire, according to the needs and tastes of your group and the length of your trip, so you don't miss a thing.

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Basque experiences of happiness since 2015

100% personalized visits

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Opinions

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