to do in Portugal and Spain
Discover the medieval essence of Vitoria and immerse yourself in the art of wine in La Rioja, one of the richest Spanish wine regions.
If you are a wine lover, expect one of the best experiences of your life!
Book now your tour to Vitoria and La Rioja!
Enjoy Laguardia: a town where the art and culture of wine is much appreciated.
Benefit from a guided tour in a traditional winery with wine tasting included.
La Rioja has its own certificate of origin (CO). It is a highly renowned wine at an international level for its freshness and excellent bouquet.
LANGUAGE
Spanish, English.
MEETING POINT/ RETURN POINT
Tourism office bus stop - Guggenheim Museum (Alameda Mazarredo, no. 65)
SCHEDULE
Mondays at 08:50 AM.
DURATION
9 Hours (approximately).
The Rioja Wine Area is a must-stop for wine lovers. It is the most famous and traditional wine region of Spain, producing some of the best wines in the country.
Located in the south of the Basque Country, we will be able to discover and learn about this unique and privileged region.
The tour starts at 09:00 in the morning from the center of Bilbao to go directly to Vitoria by the motorway. The tour shows the mountainous landscapes until arriving at La Meseta, with its forests of oak and beech trees.
Arriving in Vitoria we will start a panoramic tour of the city, touring the whole modern urban drawing.
Afterward, we will stop at the Old Town of the city to visit it and you will have free time to explore its streets, its historical center or have a coffee in one of its many bars. Vitoria-Gasteiz is a multicultural city with strengths in the arts, commerce, and architecture. There's a lot to discover!
From here, we will go through different Álava towns until we reach Labastida and finally Laguardia. Also known as Guardia, it was officially classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Spain.
Being an important destination for the wine culture, not only there are magnificent wineries, but it is also the famous town of the Rioja Alavesa. We will have time to explore its medieval streets, its stately homes, and its two fortified churches.
Afterwards, we will visit a traditional winery to discover the process of making this famous wine, including wine tasting. After the visit, we will enjoy free time for lunch in one of its typical restaurants.
Our guide will give you details of the selected restaurants and menus. Direct return to Bilbao via Elciego to enjoy the views of Frank O Ghery's famous building for the Hotel Marqués de Riscal.
Cancellations less than 48 hours or no show, a fee of 100% will be charge.
No cancellation fee if you cancel until 48 hours prior to the activity date.
4 days before the service will have a penalty of 25%, with 3 days 50%, 2 days 75% and 1 day or no-show 100%.
The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events
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