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La Rioja Wine Tour: Discover Exquisite Flavors
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91 Ratings
La Rioja
Embark on a captivating Rioja wine tour from San Sebastian. Explore Spanish wineries, stroll through vineyards, learn the wine-making process, and indulge in wine tastings.
Embark on a captivating Rioja wine tour from San Sebastian. Explore Spanish wineries, stroll through vineyards, learn the wine-making process, and indulge in wine tastings.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- La Rioja - Visit to the first winery and wine tasting
- La Rioja - Visit to the second winery and wine tasting
- Laguardia - Arrival in Laguardia and light meal.
- La Rioja - Visit to the first winery and wine tasting
- La Rioja - Visit to the second winery and wine tasting
- Laguardia - Arrival in Laguardia and light meal.
What's Included
- Two winery visits
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Wine tastings
- Two winery visits
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Wine tastings
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
- Lunch
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
Additional Information
Embark on a delightful wine tourism adventure with our tour from San Sebastian to La Rioja, where the rich history dating back to Roman times has made these lands a hallmark of quality.
Enjoy the convenience of private transport and hotel pick-up in San Sebastian as you journey to La Rioja. Visit two distinct wineries—one small and family-operated, the…
Embark on a delightful wine tourism adventure with our tour from San Sebastian to La Rioja, where the rich history dating back to Roman times has made these lands a hallmark of quality.
Enjoy the convenience of private transport and hotel pick-up in San Sebastian as you journey to La Rioja. Visit two distinct wineries—one small and family-operated, the other medium-sized—where you can explore both traditional and modern vineyard and cellar techniques. Wander through the vines and barrels, and partake in a guided wine tasting that showcases the red fruit, vanilla, and spice notes characteristic of Crianza and Reserva wines.
Proceed to Laguardia, a medieval treasure with cobblestone streets and subterranean cellars, for a light pintxos lunch accompanied by local wines. Receive tips on further exploring the wine route.
No prior knowledge is necessary, just an eagerness to discover unique landscapes and connect with the individuals behind each bottle, all within a comfortable, intimate, and adaptable day.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If there are children included in the booking, three days before the tour we will contact you by email to confirm their weight and height and to select the appropriate child seat for the car.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request. Please indicate your preference in the comments section at the time of booking so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Location
La Rioja
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(91 Ratings)
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Dawn
Nov 17, 2025
A must! - We had an absolute blast on the Rioja Wine Tour with Alby! Highly recommend the tour and the guide! We spent the day visiting 3 completely different wineries in the region and loved them all! There’s just so much history there- the staff at the wineries were so kind and full of information and passion for their work. We didn’t want to leave!
We came to the region as strangers and left as friends- Alby played a huge roll in that. He is clearly “part of the family” at these wineries which ensures his clients have top notch, behind the scenes experiences- and we did! Alby provided great recommendations for other things to do, food to eat, restaurants to eat at, and wine to taste as well. He was authentic and his love for the region and being a tour guide shows.
We loved every minute! Cannot recommend this tour and Alby enough!
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Canucks583
Oct 18, 2025
Excellent wine tour. Highly recommend - We were very happy with the speed and efficiency of the booking process and our guide picked us up as arranged
Alby was a great tour guide - very informative about the wine region and the different wineries and a fun companion for the day. We enjoyed meeting him and chatting
The two guides at the wineries we visited were very knowledgeable and the wine was delicious
Lunch at LaGuardia was fantastic
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Katherine_l
Oct 9, 2025
Worth it! - Know that it takes about 2 hours each way San Sebastian - La Rioja.
Wine portions at the wineries were more than I've ever had on any wine tour elsewhere in the world! Snacks were substantial portions of local foods. Lunch in La Guardia was regional food at a small restaurant on their terrace. All the food and wine was great.
Our driver, Diego, was a nice local guy who readily answered all questions about Spain, Basque culture, and the area. We toured in October so it was great to see the harvest process.
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Chris
Oct 4, 2025
Tour of 2 wineries in the Rioja region. - We loved spending the day with Eider touring 2 wineries of the Rioja region. She was friendly, funny, and caring, all while getting us to where we needed to be safely. She clearly knows her stuff and has great relationships with the local folks which pretty much ensures you will learn a lot and be warmly welcomed wherever you go. You can’t go wrong with Eider as your guide!!
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Elisesmith929
Sep 24, 2025
An absolute must!! - Book it!! Javier was the BEST guide! And Rioja was by far the most gorgeous wine country we’ve ever been to. We learned so much at both wineries, from Javier en route and left with a case of wine. Total success!
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Matthew
Sep 21, 2025
Wine tour Rioja - Great wine great tour And our guide Albi (Albo) was a ledge. I learned so much from him that we otherwise would never have found out.
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Rebeccap366
Sep 12, 2025
Highlight activity of San Sebastián - A great way to experience Rioja! Eider was an excellent operator, provided information about the area, showed us a traditional winery, an off the beaten path winery, lunch in a beautiful setting and taught us some of the Basque language. A highlight of our time in San Sebastián!
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Rebecca_p
Sep 12, 2025
Excellent day in Rioja! - Great experience! Visited a traditional winery, an off the beaten path winery and explored LaGuardia.
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Irishwildrover
Sep 4, 2025
Great day out - We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the Rioja wine region. We visited two wineries - Bodegas Luis Canas and Tritium. These offered good contrasts, the former a larger scale operation, with the latter offering a more boutique experience. But both were very interesting and enjoyable with excellent hosts at each who explained the history of the wineries and treated us to a selection of excellent wines. After the two wineries we enjoyed lunch at a restaurant in a lovely setting in the beautiful medieval town of Laguardia. Our driver and tour guide Josean picked us up at our hotel and was excellent company and looked after us very well, explaining a lot of Basque history and culture to us. Importantly, he was also a very safe driver! Overall, a great day out.
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Sharonl_m
Sep 1, 2025
Our Rioja wine tasting... - Our Rioja wine tasting tour with Alby and Diego was one of the highlights of our trip to Spain. From the start, both guides made us feel completely at ease—like we were spending the day with friends or family rather than on a tour. That warmth and hospitality set the tone for an experience that was not only educational but also deeply personal and fun.
Alby’s knowledge of Rioja is extraordinary. He shared the history of the region, explained the nuances of the grape varieties and terroir, and connected it all to the culture and people of Rioja in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. His passion is infectious, and it made every stop feel meaningful.
Diego, though new and in training, was equally impressive. His energy, fresh perspective, and thoughtful contributions made the experience richer. Watching the dynamic between the two of them was a joy—they clearly enjoy what they do, and it showed in every detail.
The wineries chosen were excellent and gave us a chance to see the diversity of Rioja—from traditional family-run producers to more modern approaches. Tasting outstanding wines against the backdrop of rolling vineyards was magical, but what made it truly special was the way Alby and Diego tied each glass to the broader story of the region. It never felt like “just another tasting”; instead, it felt like we were connecting with the essence of Rioja.
What stood out most, however, was how comfortable and cared for we felt. The personal attention, thoughtful pacing, and genuine interest in making the day enjoyable made this tour unforgettable. By the end, we felt like we had not only discovered Rioja’s wines but also gained two new friends.
If you are considering a wine tour from San Sebastián, this is the one. Exceptional knowledge, outstanding wines, and above all, a truly warm and welcoming experience. Highly recommended!
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