Embark on a private full-day tour to discover the hidden gems of the Rioja wine region from San Sebastian. Explore rustic and sophisticated wineries, meet passionate locals, and learn about new wine aging techniques. Book now!
Embark on a private full-day tour to discover the hidden gems of the Rioja wine region from San Sebastian. Explore rustic and sophisticated wineries, meet passionate locals, and learn about new wine aging techniques. Book now!
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San Sebastian - Donostia - It will be a delight to pick guests up from their hotel in San Sebastian (please inform us if staying in another city) with an air-conditioned and heated vehicle.
Enjoy a delightful 90-minute drive to the Rioja wine region, observing the gradual transformation of the landscape. - Bodegas y Vinedos Gomez Cruzado -…
- San Sebastian - Donostia - It will be a delight to pick guests up from their hotel in San Sebastian (please inform us if staying in another city) with an air-conditioned and heated vehicle.
Enjoy a delightful 90-minute drive to the Rioja wine region, observing the gradual transformation of the landscape.
- Bodegas y Vinedos Gomez Cruzado - Experience a tasting of 5 wines and local olive oil: at Gomez Cruzado, guests will sample both classic and contemporary Riojan wines. The tasting includes 5 wines, with an option to ship exclusive wines home.
Haro, one of the first cities in Spain to have electricity due to wine production, offers a charming neighborhood walk to admire the architecture of its classic and oldest wineries.
[The tour can be customized, with options to visit other classic Rioja wineries, contact us].
- Bodegas Hermanos Pecina S.l - Sample their 3 exceptional wines, Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva (whites available for white wine enthusiasts) along with a local Riojan appetizer.
- Bodegas Marques de Riscal - Enjoy the views from a secret viewpoint among the vineyards, admiring the innovative and avant-garde architecture of the Marqués de Riscal winery, designed by renowned Canadian architect Frank O. Gehry. This creation, full of shapes, harmonizes perfectly with the area’s landscape.
Marqués de Riscal is one of the oldest wineries in Rioja, established in 1858. THE MARQUIS was among the first in Rioja to age wine in oak barrels at the end of the 19th century.
[The tour is customizable, with options to visit other classic Rioja wineries].
- Bodegas Ysios - Pause in front of this unique boutique winery to admire the modern architecture by the famous Santiago Calatrava, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Sierra de Cantabria.
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Bodegas Carlos San Pedro Perez de Vinaspre - Enjoy a brief discovery visit followed by a tasting of 3 wines in an underground Wine Cave.
Some unique bodegas still age their wines underground in the medieval village of Laguardia, using traditional methods. It’s a unique experience to explore the underground wine cellars and taste their wines. -
Laguardia - Lunch at a local restaurant and a brief stroll through the town.
The medieval town of Laguardia, perched atop a hill, is the capital of the Rioja Alavesa Wine Region and one of Spain’s most beautiful villages. Founded in the 10th century as a defense for the Kingdom of Navarre, it retains its medieval layout almost intact.
Visitors can explore the fortified churches of San Juan Bautista and Santa María de los Reyes.
The town holds many secrets and is entirely pedestrian, as there are over 300 tunnels dug centuries ago beneath it. We will explain their origins and current uses.

- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Local Expert Tour Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Wine tasting 1 (4 exclusive wines)
- 2 more tastings in 2 wineries (3 wines in each winery)
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Local Expert Tour Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Wine tasting 1 (4 exclusive wines)
- 2 more tastings in 2 wineries (3 wines in each winery)
- Any extra item not specified above
- Tips
- Any extra item not specified above
- Tips
Discover the Rioja terroir, from traditional Rioja wines to emerging trends, while embarking on a vibrant journey through vineyards throughout the day.
This experience is truly special as it focuses on connecting with “the terroir,” the dedicated and passionate individuals who bring it to life. Visits will include small wineries, ranging from rustic…
Discover the Rioja terroir, from traditional Rioja wines to emerging trends, while embarking on a vibrant journey through vineyards throughout the day.
This experience is truly special as it focuses on connecting with “the terroir,” the dedicated and passionate individuals who bring it to life. Visits will include small wineries, ranging from rustic establishments with medieval cellars to modern and sophisticated ones.
This is not just a visit to a wine bar; it’s an opportunity to meet the locals, the growers, or winemakers, and witness the passion and magic in their eyes that fuels their love for their work.
The wine aging process has undergone a transformation, returning to traditional methods. Today, wine is aged not only in oak, stainless steel, or concrete barrels. With the guidance of an expert, there will be opportunities to purchase wines aged in clay, ceramic, or cement eggs.
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.