“Embark on a captivating wine journey in Rioja”
3 Day Wine Trails of Rioja: The Charms of Spain’s Most Famous Wine Region
Villabuena de Álava/Eskuernaga, Spain
Wine Tour Experience in Spain
Experience the enchanting flavors of Rioja: A 3-day Journey from Barcelona. Indulge in the rich culture of Rioja, a region renowned for its wines and breathtaking landscapes. Embark on an unforgettable 3-day tour, starting from Barcelona, as you transport to the heart of Rioja’s wine country. Immerse yourself in the traditions, history, and flavors of this destination. Join Spanish Trails on this extraordinary journey, where the art of winemaking meets Rioja’s landscapes and traditions. Book your trip today and prepare to savor the essence of Rioja.
Highlights
- Visit and wine tasting in 4 high-quality wineries
- Two complete lunches with wine tasting in excellent local restaurants
- Tasting tour in Logroño: food and wine in at least 5 venues
- Two nights at boutique hotels with breakfast included
- Transport in a modern touring van during the whole trip, starting and finishing in Barcelona
- Knowledgeable and personable, English-speaking wine and cultural guide
3 days with instruction
Airport transfer included:
Barcelona–El Prat Airport
Accommodation
Two nights at boutique hotels with breakfast included.
Program
Day 1: A Taste of Rioja's Heritage
At 8 a.m., leave Barcelona to embark on a scenic transfer to Rioja. Along the way, you will build anticipation for the experiences ahead. By 2:30 pm, you'll stop for lunch at a local restaurant, a culinary gem and the oldest restaurant in Haro. Lunch will be followed by a walking tour through Haro’s historic old town.
At 5 pm, you delve into Rioja’s renowned wineries, for an immersive experience in one of the most famous bodega in the region. As the day ends, you make your way to your boutique hotel. After checking in you will have free time to rest, relax and recover from the trip in the hotel facilities.
Day 2: Unveiling Rioja's hidden Gems
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, you set out to explore more of Rioja with a visit to the picturesque village of Briones, a hidden gem full of history. Lose yourself in its streets and absorb the essence of Rioja’s rural charm. Next, a visit to the Dinastia Vivanco Museum in Briones awaits where you will immerse yourself in the winemaking traditions of Rioja. As the morning unfolds, you will experience a private visit and tasting in a medium-sized winery renowned for its commitment to quality.
Around 1 p.m., you will enjoy lunch and wine tasting in San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Discover the authentic flavors of Rioja’s culinary heritage, perfectly complemented by the region’s finest wines. In the afternoon, you will head to Laguardia where your guide will take you for a short walking tour through the village’s streets. Prepare to be impressed as you descend into one more winery with an underground wine cellar.
To finish the day, you make your way to Bodegas Marques de Riscal where the vineyard’s experts guide you through a remarkable tasting. By 7 pm, your group will reach the city of Logroño where you will check in to the hotel to have some free time before joining your guide for an exquisite tasting tour.
Day 3: Farewell to Rioja
You prepare to say goodbye to Rioja. After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, you start heading back to Barcelona. For those seeking a grand finale to this adventure, an optional wine tasting and brunch await at Bodegas Pago de Cirsus at noon (not included in the tour price). You start your departure from Rioja at 1:30 p.m. and expect to reach Barcelona by 5:30 p.m.
Location
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day tour, starting from Barcelona, as Spanish Trails transport you to the heart of Rioja’s wine country.
Food
Two nights at boutique hotels with breakfast included. Two complete lunches with wine tasting in excellent local restaurants are also included.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Transport in a modern touring van
- Barcelona airport: private transportation from Barcelona to Rioja and back is included
- Knowledgeable and personable, English-speaking wine and cultural guide
- Visit and wine tasting in 4 high-quality wineries
- Two complete lunches with wine tasting in excellent local restaurants
- Tasting tour in Logroño: food and wine in at least 5 venues
- Two nights at boutique hotels with breakfast included
What's not included
- Guide’s gratuity
- Dinner on day one
- Brunch and wine tasting on day three
How to get there
Recommended Airports
BCN
Barcelona–El Prat Airport
416 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please arrive at Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN). Private transportation from Barcelona to Rioja and back is included.
Airport: Barcelona–El Prat Airport
Airport transfer included: Barcelona–El Prat Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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