Why choose this Bilbao tour ?
Discover what makes La Rioja Spain’s premier winemaking region on this vineyard and winery tour from Bilbao. Visit 3 top wineries to taste the bold, fruity red blends that put Rioja on the wine lover’s map, and admire the architectural styles of other estates, including one designed by Frank Gehry. Stroll inside the city walls of the medieval Basque town of Laguardia on a guided walking tour, and enjoy the stunning scenery found in the region.
A visit to 3 historic and emblematic wineries is included to highlight the absolute pinnacle and prestige of the La Rioja winemaking. These estates produce wine that rates in the top 100 of Rioja wines with more than 90 Parker Points. There will be tastings of both red and white wines so you will have a thorough overview of the La Rioja wine region.
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What makes Semi-Private La Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries from Bilbao a unique experience ?
We will visit a spectacular subterranean winery beneath a centuries old village in the beautiful Ebro Valley of the La Rioja wine country. This winery will include a 1 hour tour and 3 subsequent tastings of their premium wines only available to clients who visit this special winery.
Our next visits will be tasting experiences at boutique family-run wineries. We will have tastings of the most premium wines from their oldest vines. You will also get to sample their limited-quantity olive oil with fresh bread, cheese and chorizo.
We will then head to the 10th century village of Laguardia for lunch at a local restaurant or pintxo/tapas bar depending on your preference and appetite. After lunch, we will take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful town pointing out sites of interest. There is also amazing photo opportunities of the entirety of the beautiful Ebro Valley.
We will take you to see the Frank Gehry designed Hotel Marques de Riscal for photos and a walk through the vineyards.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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- Semi-Private La Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries from Bilbao
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Semi-Private La Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries from Bilbao Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- 3 winery visits with a total of 9-10 tastings, olive oil tasting, chorizo, fresh bread and cheese.
- Transport by luxury vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Fully insured and licensed by the Basque government
- Round-trip transfer
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Best of Basque – Basque Country & La Rioja Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 113 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 7 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.