Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Saint-Jean-de-Luz's cruise port stands out by blending intimate Basque charm with streamlined, ship-friendly infrastructure that makes every call feel effortless. Nestled in a sheltered Atlantic harbor, it offers quick access to a town famed for its pastel-coloured fishing houses, the Maison de l'Infante, and a waterfront promenade filled with markets, cafés and seafood restaurants that celebrate Basque gastronomy. Signature experiences include a stroll along the Grande Plage to the historic center, a private visit to Maison de l'Infante, and bespoke coastal excursions along the Basque coast with options for surfing lessons on the Côte des Basques, a stop in nearby Biarritz or Bayonne, and even day trips across the border to San Sebastián for pintxos and culture. The port's facilities are designed to fit mid-sized to large ships with efficient tendering and passenger-flow management, green shore-power connections, and modern, accessible terminals that speed embarkation and disembarkation. Onboard services are enhanced by local partnerships that offer culinary itineraries, Basque cooking workshops, museum-guided walks, and private tours that guests can pre-book, along with comfortable lounges, multilingual staff, and streamlined customs areas. All of this sits beside Saint-Jean-de-Luz's natural beauty and convenience, giving cruise guests a gateway to authentic Atlantic coast experiences that feel both exclusive and richly regional.