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The Real Rioja Explore Tour - Private experience

12 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 12 reviews collected by City Sky Diving and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | San Sebastian, Spain
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 2 more
French, Spanish

Overview

Yes your great wine adventure is here.
Step behind the scenes for this fantastic tour of this famous wine region full to the brim of tastes and unforgettable times.

Greeted by the sunny hills of La Rioja, first stop is a very special family run vineyard where they’ll show you the whole wine making process from vines to wines. Then hit the relax button, it’s the tasting session in a dream spot overlooking the valley followed by traditional tapas. Next off to a famed vineyard and prepare to be wowed. Now it's time for the 11th century town of Laguardia to amble through the cobbled streets visiting the secret cellar caves full to the brim of the regions finest. We'll top this off with a casual tapas lunch.

What's Included

  • Lunch Casual tapas lunch & drinks
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
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    Meeting and Pickup

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    We can also pick up from hotels not mentioned and apartment & vacation rentals or designated spots in Rioja, San Sebastian city & close by.

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    Laguardia

    We'll explore the streets of this beautiful 1100yr old walled town. Set on a hill and surrounded by vineyards this picture perfect place has plenty of secrets to uncover from the Santa Maria de los Reyes church to the labyrinth of tunnels and cellar caves hidden below foot. We'll give you a chance to go below ground and explore our favourite cellar for a unique tasting. Then it's time to settle down for a 3 course traditional lunch with incredible view out over the valley.
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    3 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Elciego

    A La Rioja tour wouldn't be the same without a visit to the famed Marques de Riscal winery, take a step into the world of Frank Gehry and take a glimpse of this incredible building and try the vino tinto which originally put them on the map.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Real Rioja Explore Tour – Private experience?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • LunchCasual tapas lunch & drinks
    • Bottled water
    • Private transportation
    • Wine or coffee in Marques de Riscal
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Visit to 3 different wineries
    • Guided winery tour including tasting & tapas session
    • Guided cellar cave tour including taster.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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