Ribera del Duero Wineries Guided Tour & Wine Tasting from Madrid

The Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s world renowned wine regions. The wines produced here are among the finest in Spain. On this convenient day tour from Madrid you can enjoy both wine tasting and exploring the beautiful area. Stop at three wineries, ranging from medieval to modern in style. Learn all about grape growing and harvesting, and the way wine is produced in the area.

For a competitive price, you will have access to commented wine tastings with the wine makers themselves and snacks (“tapas”) in each of the three wineries. Try 3 different wines at each stop! A minimum of 9 wines tasted by the end of the day!

The tour for a true wine lover.

Meeting Point: At the front door of the cafetería of hotel Claridge, next to the main door of the hotel.

Plaza del Conde de Casal, 6, 28007 Madrid

Closest Metro Station: Conde de Casal (Line 6)

The use of cafeteria facilities is only allowed for their customers.

Please, don’t be late, the tour departs on time. Always estimate it will take you 10-20min longer than what maps say and plan your route to the meeting point the night before. It is possible to join the group at the first stop, but any additional cost to catch up is the responsibility of the client who did not arrive on time.

You will be picked up in Madrid at 9:15am and depart towards Ribera del Duero. The Duero river, also known as the river of wine, is about 2 hours from Madrid and it is the home of tempranillo, the most famous Spanish grape variety (red wines with full body and lots of fruit).

This tour will bring you an exceptional experience, blending new and old wine making techniques, vineyards growing in extreme weather conditions, and the work of families who have converted this great region into one of the most popular red wine regions in the world. Let us accompany you among landscapes of contrasting colors, wines full of taste and aromas, traditional cuisine, and the exceptional heritage that is still preserved in the wine region of Ribera del Duero.

You will do a full visit in the first winery, learning about winemaking in Ribera (riverside in Spanish), and understanding tempranillo wine from the grape to the bottle.

First stop will be one of the most representative wineries in the region, where you will taste the freshness and elegance of their aged wines, feeling the extraordinary complexity of this land.

Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.

Second Winery:

The second winery we visit is in harmonious modernity with the environment; it is open to the vineyards. This link between the interior and the exterior is a statement of the necessary functionality of spaces, nature and history. Everything stands up as a new concept of wine. We always select wineries that are different, mixing tradition and modernity, to get a broad understanding of one of the most famous wine regions in the world. Every stop will bring a surprise and you will learn about traditional wine making, modern architecture and limited productions that make special wines.

Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.

There will be free time to have lunch at your own choice (lunch is not included in tour price: we do not impose a menu). You can lunch in a traditional restaurant with several options of Castilian regional food ranging from tapas, a light lunch or a full 3-course lunch (approx. budget: tapas 12/15€, full 3-course 30€).

Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.

Third winery: a medieval underground cellar, with a total length of about 4 mi and excavated about 40 ft deep (networks of incredible tunnels that run through the subsoil of the city and are intended for the preservation of wines that have been made since the Middle Age). Here, we will learn part of the history of the Ribera del Duero.

Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change. Note that the order of the wineries and locations change depending on the day.

After the scenic stops, all that remains is to relax and enjoy the return to Madrid. The arrival will take place around 20h. The Ribera del Duero Wine Tour from Madrid, ends at the original meeting point.

End of the tour: get back to Madrid with the memory full of great flavors and wonderful experiences.

The duration of the tour is between 10 to 11 hours depending on the traffic in Madrid.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Minimum age is 18 for tasting at the wineries.
• Operated by a bilingual guide in English and Spanish.
• Minimum number of participants for tours to take place is 4. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the unusual event of this occurring, we will notify you one week in advance and you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
• Inside the cellars it is a bit cold, we recommend taking some warm clothes.
• Children under 12 cannot take part of the tour.
• Always estimate it will take you 10-20min longer than what maps say and plan your route to the meeting point the night before. We do not recommend using Uber, take a regular taxi.

• Wineries Guided Tour to Ribera del Duero with Wine Tasting from Madrid
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• Roundtrip by air-conditioned van or coach.
• Three winery visits
• Local bilingual expert guide (Bilingual tour if necessary)
• Wine tasting (of minimum three wines in each winery)

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Children under 12 cannot take part of the tour (unless a private tour, contact us to organize it)

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Meeting point from July 13: Plaza del Conde de Casal, 6, 28007 Madrid. At the front door of the cafetería of hotel Claridge, next to the main door of the hotel.
Closest Metro Station: Conde de Casal (Line 6)
• The tour takes place simultaneously in English and Spanish if necessary

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years old.
• Gourmet Madrid opening hours are between 09:30 and 19:30, Monday to Friday.  
• Please be ready at least 5 minutes prior to departure time. (Tour departs on time. No refunds if you lost the tour)
• In case of emergency, please call Gourmet Madrid to +34 6688 02429 . (If you are lost or similar)
• Minimum numbers apply (4). 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 a full refund.
*Inside the cellars it is a bit cold, we recommend taking some warm clothes and comfortable shoes.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Gourmet Madrid.
• 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 262 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.