From San Sebastian: Full Day Wine Tour Exploring the La Rioja Wine Region
Group 1+
What you'll do
Discover the ancient winemaking techniques and local traditions of the La Rioja wine region with a full-day tour from San Sebastian. With hotel pick-up at 10 AM the day ahead features tasting sessions of red and white wines, vineyard tours and visits to the cellar caves. There will be a local Basque guide with you for the day and transport back to your accommodation is also provided. Lunch will also be served wine or beer, for an authentic culinary experience in La Rioja.
Highlights
- Immerse Yourself in Wine: Sample the local favourites at a Rioja winery just a short drive away from San Sebastian
- Learn About the History of La Rioja: Discover a wine region with a Spanish heritage that dates back to Roman times
- Gather Inside Knowledge: Understand even more about what goes into the wine production process
- Indulge in a Delightful Lunch: Enjoy a meal, lovingly crafted from locally sourced ingredients
- Savour the Famous Wines of La Rioja: Taste the red and white wines that have become globally renowned for their flavours
- Travel in Comfort: Get ready for your private transport complete with hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Itinerary
- 1Duration: Approximately 9 hours
- 2Start Time: 10 AM
- 3Meeting Point: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in San Sebastian is included
- 4Wine Tour: Arrive at a local winery in La Rioja for a tour of the vineyards and its surroundings, along with gaining an insight into the history of the wine region dating back to Roman times.
- 5Wine Tasting: Following a tour of the vines and the cellar caves, a tasting session featuring a carefully selected balance of both red and white wines follows, accompanied by local snacks
- 6Lunch: Delight in a culinary experience for lunch with authentic local delicacies such as tender lamb or succulent piglet, complemented with a choice of Rioja wine or beer (soft drinks are also available)
- 7Drop-off: Your tour concludes with a hotel drop-off back at your San Sebastian accommodation
- 8End Time: Approximately 7 PM
What's Included
- Basque tour guide and transport - including San Sebastian hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private vineyard tour complete with wine-tasting session
- Cellar caves visit
- Authentic basque lunch
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional food and drink
- Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included from San Sebastian. Please inform us of your hotel's name and address once your booking has been confirmed.
Kindly arrive at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before departure time.
Notes
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available
- Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking
- The tour will commence promptly at 10 am. We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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