Spain · Wine & Beer

9-Hour Rioja Wine Tour with Cave Cellars and Marqués de Riscal

9 Hours Round trip from La Rioja Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover the ancient art of winemaking in one of the oldest traditional cave cellars
02 Visit the famous Marqués de Riscal winery designed by Frank Gehry
03 Explore the medieval streets of Laguardia, a charming town in La Rioja
04 Savour authentic homemade cuisine in an off-the-track local restaurant

Discover the Rioja wine region through a contrast of ancient, modern, and boutique wineries. Visit unique traditional cellars, walk beside the vineyards, and enjoy tastings at some of the area's most beautiful and renowned wineries. The tour includes a visit to the famous Marqués de Riscal cellar, designed by Frank Gehry, as well as time in the charming medieval town of Laguardia and a homemade lunch in a local restaurant.

Venture into one of the oldest traditional cave cellars in the area, dug 7-8 meters deep beneath the houses - hidden, unique, and an experience not to be missed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities San Sebastian, Logrono

Languages Basque, English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ancient, Modern, and Boutique Wineries of Rioja

Tag along with your seasoned Logroño tour guide and wine sommelier to discover the contrast between the ancient way of making wine, a modern luxury winery, and boutique wines rated 90+ Parker points.
Venture into one of the oldest traditional cave cellars in the area, dug 7-8 meters deep beneath the houses - hidden, unique, and an experience not to be missed.
Walk along the medieval streets of Laguardia, one of the most charming towns in the La Rioja area, before discovering local homemade food.
Enjoy lunch in an off-the-track local restaurant with real, homemade food rather than a touristy experience.

Where this trip takes you

Marqués de Riscal, traditional cave cellars, Laguardia medieval streets, La Rioja vineyards

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from La Rioja 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-, Spanish-, and Basque-speaking local private tour guide
Private driver service
Wine tasting at three wineries
Private air-conditioned transport
Lunch in a local restaurant: a 3-course meal. The menu is chosen at the restaurant and is not fixed, allowing for the customer's choice.
Wine tastings of 8-9 different wines
Entrance fees to the wineries
All transport expenses, such as toll roads, petrol, and parking fees
Hotel pick-up and drop-off