About this tour
A private 8–9 hour wine tour departing Bilbao into La Rioja's wine country, visiting two established wineries with tastings and food pairings at each, followed by a light pintxos lunch in the medieval village of Laguardia. Designed for wine drinkers who want structure and expert commentary rather than a self-guided cellar crawl, with a driver handling the roads between stops.
Highlights
- Two winery visits with guided tours of production facilities
- Eight tastings across both wineries paired with food at each stop
- Medieval village of Laguardia with traditional pintxos lunch included
- Private transport from Bilbao into La Rioja region
- Centuries-old vineyards showing traditional winemaking methods
- Bottled water provided throughout the day
- Suitable for all fitness levels — no strenuous walking required
What to expect
You'll be collected from Bilbao in the morning for a private transfer into La Rioja. At the first winery, expect a guided walk through the cellars and vineyard, with food pairing and tastings. The second winery follows a similar format — tour, production insights, and tastings with food. Between or after the tastings, you'll head to Laguardia, a walled medieval village where you'll have a light lunch of pintxos (Basque-style small bites) at a local spot. The day wraps with your return drive to Bilbao. Total time in transit and at venues is 8–9 hours.
What travellers say
- Two distinct wineries give range of styles and terroir without one-note repetition
- Food pairings at each stop elevate tastings beyond wine alone
- Private format allows flexibility and personalised pacing
- Medieval Laguardia village adds cultural context beyond cellar tours
- Bilbao pickup removes self-drive hassle in unfamiliar region
- Eight tastings in one day may feel heavy for casual wine drinkers
- Light lunch may leave you hungry if you eat heavily mid-day
- Guide tip not included — additional cost on the day
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits wine-curious visitors who want knowledgeable guidance without the pace of a large group tour, and those wanting a taste of La Rioja's heritage in one day. It's private, so pacing can be flexible. Expect moderate drinking across eight tastings — pace yourself if you're not accustomed to daytime tasting. The tour is accessible for all fitness levels, though you'll walk through vineyards and cellars at a normal pace. Infants can attend but must sit on an adult's lap. Service animals are welcome. The guide's tip is not included in the price. Pintxos lunch is light, not a full meal — bring an appetite or plan a proper dinner later.
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