From San Sebastian/Bilbao/Vitoria: La Rioja Wineries Tour
La Rioja, Spain, San Sebastian
La Rioja in a glass: wine tasting that combines history, terroir, and unforgettable flavors among vineyards and medieval villages.
Wine Tasting Tour to La Rioja from San Sebastian
This guided day tour from San Sebastian suits wine enthusiasts interested in exploring Rioja’s vineyards, wine-making, and local culture.
Highlights
- Sample classic Spanish wines on a guided vineyard tour
- Enjoy views of the Rioja wine region during travel to the wineries
- Explore wineries and learn about grape cultivation and harvesting
- Discover traditional and modern wine production techniques
- Visit the medieval village of Laguardia with its underground cellars
Description
Experience Rioja wines at their source on this full-day tour including two wineries (one winery for the bilingual group option). With a local expert guide, private air-conditioned transport, and hotel pickup (not available for the bilingual group), you will visit a small and a medium-sized winery to compare traditional and modern methods.
Walk among barrels, learn to interpret the terroir, and enjoy a guided wine tasting identifying flavor notes such as red fruit, vanilla, and spices typical of Rioja crianzas and reservas.
The tour continues in Laguardia, a medieval town with cobbled streets and vineyard viewpoints. Here, enjoy a traditional Riojan lunch including dishes like Riojan potatoes, beans, and lamb chops with a glass of local wine (lunch excluded from bilingual group option).
This tour welcomes participants of all knowledge levels. It combines wine, culture, gastronomy, and landscape on an intimate small-group experience, with options suitable for solo travelers.
Book now to secure your place on this comprehensive wine immersion in northern Spain.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (excluded for bilingual group; meet at a designated location)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle transportation
- Access to two wineries (one winery for bilingual group option)
- Guided wine tastings
- Traditional La Rioja lunch with a glass of local wine (not included for bilingual group)
- Departure options from San Sebastian, Bilbao, or Vitoria (choose when booking)
Excludes
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
- Food and drinks unless specified
- Alcoholic drinks for children
Important Information
- A minimum of 2 adults (4 adults for the bilingual group option) is required to run the tour. If minimum attendee numbers are not met, an alternative date, tour, or full refund will be offered.
- If your booking is below the minimum, you will be contacted at least 3 days before departure regarding any changes.
- The tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Easy Cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking tip: Reserve in advance to ensure availability, especially during peak seasons. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for vineyard visits.
