Premium Small Group Rioja Uncorked Tour from San Sebastian
- 8h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Rioja in a very small group of no more than 7 people, led by a great local guide who makes the day feel relaxed, informative, and genuinely fun. You’ll explore three carefully selected wineries, from classic producers to modern innovators, tasting a range of premium wines that showcase both tradition and creativity. The day is rounded off with a gourmet lunch at a much-loved rustic restaurant, where traditional Riojan cuisine with a modern touch is paired with local wines. This tour is about great wine, good food, and learning Rioja in a friendly, personal way. It is more like spending the day with friends in wine country than joining a standard tour.
Inclusions
What's included
- +8 premium wine tastes
- Traditional 3-course lunch with wine (red and white)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Profesional guide
- Sample local olive oil
- Visit a medieval village
- Visiting 3 Rioja wineries
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Laguardia is a charming village in Spain known for its narrow, cobblestone streets and medieval urban layout shaped like an almond. It features fortified walls and a network of underground tunnels used historically as wine cellars. With its rich history and picturesque scenery, Laguardia offers a unique glimpse into the past.
Ostatu Winery, nestled in the charming town of Samaniego in the Rioja Alavesa region, is a historic, family-owned estate with roots dating back over 250 years. Housed in an 18th-century building that once served as a country inn, the winery reflects the deep hospitality and rich traditions of the Basque Country. The Sáenz de Samaniego family manages 40 hectares of vineyards, cultivating a variety of grapes such as Tempranillo, Graciano, and Malvasia. Ostatu Winery is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, blending traditional methods with modern techniques to produce exceptional wines.
Next, we visit Bodega Gómez Cruzado, one of the oldest wineries in the Barrio de la Estación in Haro, founded in 1886. This historic, family-owned bodega combines long Rioja tradition with a refined, small-production approach focused on vineyard expression. We enjoy a guided tasting inside the winery, surrounded by barrels and tanks, where we sample a selection of their signature wines and gain insight into their winemaking philosophy and the character of Rioja Alta.
Bodegas Roda, a modern yet elegant winery located next to the historic Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Built above a former 19th-century underground cellar, the winery is designed to work with gravity and natural conditions, combining contemporary architecture with traditional winemaking philosophy. We explore the underground cellar before enjoying a tasting of their renowned wines, including Roda I red and Roda I white, accompanied by a tasting of their high-quality olive oil.
Time for lunch in a family-own restaurant in Labastida. It offers a delightful menu of regional Riojan cuisine, with specialties that highlight local flavors. Their lamb chops grilled on 'sarmiento' stand out for their unique smoky taste. The restaurant focuses on fresh, local ingredients to create authentic Riojan dishes. Enjoy a rustic dining experience with hearty, traditional flavors.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 47 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please wait for your guide by the statue, on the river side.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 7 travellers
- Operated by
- Ikusnahi Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Adults only (minimum 18 years old)
- Travel time from San Sebastian to Rioja is 3,5 hours both ways
How it compares in San Sebastián
- Its from-price is 12% below the median of the 86 day trips we list in San Sebastián.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 9 of 86.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About San Sebastián
San Sebastián, or Donostia, is a Basque seaside city around a shell-shaped bay, with a golden beach, a hilltop fort and a pintxo scene known across Spain.
San Sebastián curves around La Concha Bay, a near-perfect shell-shaped inlet with a white-railed promenade and a sheltered city beach. Monte Urgull guards the east end with an old fort, and Monte Igueldo, at the west end, has a funicular and a viewpoint. The Parte Vieja, the old town, was rebuilt after the fire of 1813 and is packed with bars and a baroque basilica.
Top-ranked sights in San Sebastián: San Sebastian Old Town (Parte Vieja Donostiarra), La Concha Beach (Playa de la Concha), Constitution Square (Plaza de la Constitución).
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