San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour
4,9 (1284)3hSan Sebastián, Spain
From€103
Food & wine
Private Day in Rioja from San Sebastian
5(89 reviews)San Sebastián, Spain
9hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
Experience a private day in the Rioja region, focusing on its wine culture. This tour includes visits to three wineries: one guided winery visit and two guided tastings. The pace is relaxed, allowing ample time to learn about the wines while enjoying the tastings. A local guide provides insights into Rioja's history, wine labels, and evolving styles. This experience is suitable for those interested in wine without the need for extensive prior knowledge. It is not recommended for large groups, as the personal approach requires a smaller setting. Before booking, note that the experience emphasizes enjoyment and understanding over technical jargon.
Itinerary
1
Briones
We begin the day in Briones, a beautiful medieval town perched on a hilltop above the vineyards. Walking through its quiet streets and stopping at the Rioja lookout, we take in the landscape and talk about what makes this region so special: the surrounding mountains, the wide valley below, and the key role of the Ebro River in shaping Rioja’s climate and wines. It’s the perfect place to understand the big picture before heading into the cellars. Walking visit · No tasting.
2
Villabuena de Alava
Around Villabuena de Álava, we visit a family-owned winery where wine is still very much a hands-on, personal craft. During a guided tasting, you’ll learn how to read Rioja labels, understand classifications, and recognize different styles, all while tasting wines that reflect both tradition and everyday life in Rioja. Guided winery tasting included.
3
Barrio de la Estacion de Haro
We then head to Haro’s famous Barrio de la Estación to visit a classic winery founded at the end of the 19th century. This is where you taste traditional Rioja aged in American oak barrels and learn why this style became so influential, both in Spain and internationally. It’s a key chapter in understanding what “classic Rioja” really means. Guided winery tasting included.
4
Labastida
We finish the day in Labastida with a relaxed traditional lunch at a small, family-loved restaurant run by two sisters and popular with locals and wine makers from the surrounding villages. The menu focuses on classic Rioja dishes made with local produce, paired with village wines. It’s an easy, authentic ending to a day of learning, tasting, and conversation.
What's included / not included
Premium transportation for the dayOne guided winery visit and Two guided wine tastings at carefully selected wineriesTraditional lunch with local wines includedDoor-to-door pickup and drop-off from San SebastiánAll tasting fees included (no hidden costs)Private experience with an expert local wine guideVisit to the medieval town of Briones
Meals, drinks and tickets that are not listed aboveGratuities
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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