From San Sebastián: La Rioja Wine Region Day Tour
Rioja Alavesa, San Sebastian
Enjoy the best of La Rioja on this guided day tour. Visit wineries, explore villages, and enjoy delicious local wine and food.
La Rioja Wine Day Tour from San Sebastián
This day tour from San Sebastián suits wine lovers interested in exploring La Rioja’s vineyards, medieval villages, and tasting premium wines.
Description
Travel south along the Ebro River through Rioja Alavesa’s landscape of vineyards and medieval villages. The first stop is a historic village perched on a hill, featuring narrow stone streets and an imposing church overlooking the valley.
Visit a boutique winery to explore the cellars, learn about traditional winemaking, and sample a selection of premium wines crafted by families with generations of experience.
Next, arrive in Samaniego, a village known for its family-run winery that combines old techniques with modern innovation. Enjoy a tasting and hear about the family’s longstanding winemaking traditions.
Continue to Haro, the core of La Rioja’s wine district. Visit a century-old winery in the Barrio de la Estación, where wines have been shipped nationally and internationally for decades. Taste a variety of Riojan reds and modern blends.
The day ends with a traditional three-course Riojan lunch paired with local wines at a family-run restaurant before returning to San Sebastián.
Highlights
- Visit 3 wineries, including a guided tour at one, tasting over 8 premium wines
- Explore a medieval village with historic architecture
- Learn about the history and production of Rioja wines
- Enjoy a traditional Riojan three-course lunch paired with wines
- Scenic drive through Rioja Alavesa vineyards and villages
Includes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transport throughout the tour
- Wine tastings at selected wineries
- Olive oil tasting
- Snacks
- Traditional lunch
Excludes
- Meals, drinks, and tickets not listed above
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure your place. Wear comfortable shoes for walking in villages. The best time to visit is during spring and autumn for mild weather and vineyard activity.
