The famous Rioja Wine area is necessary for wine lovers. Located in the south of the Basque country, we will be able to discover and learn about this unique and privileged region. The tour begins at 09:00 am from the center of Bilbao to Vitoria go directly toward the highway. The tour shows the mountain scenery until reaching the plateau with its forests of oak and beech. Arriving in Vitoria embark on a panoramic city tour through the entire modern urban design.
Then stop in the Old Quarter of the city to visit and have free time to walk its streets, its old town, or a coffee in one of its many bars. From here, we go through different towns in Alava until finally arriving at Laguardia and Labastida, famous people of the Rioja Alavesa by a Historic Monument and also its magnificent wineries. We have time to walk its medieval streets, stately houses and two fortified churches. Free time for lunch at one of its typical restaurants, and our guide will offer details of restaurants and menus chosen. In addition, visiting a winery to taste their wines. Direct return to Bilbao by highway and return to your hotel mid-afternoon
Vitoria and La Rioja Wine Area Full Day Tour
Discover the medieval essence of Vitoria and immerse yourself in the art of wine in La Rioja, one of the richest and most praised Spanish wine regions
Highlights
- The city of Vitoria has been a strategic point at military, commercial and cultural level. Its Old Quarter still keeps its medieval essence nowadays.
- Laguardia and Labastida will make you travel in time with their medieval construction. Both towns are famous for its wine cellars and tradition.
- La Rioja has its own certificate of origin (CO), the very first awarded in Spain. It is highly appreciated around the country for its high quality.
Included
- Multilingual Official guide.
Excluded
- Lunch, beverages or other services not specified.
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
Please Note
- This is a bilingual tour in English and Spanish..
Essential Information
- This tour departs from the Hotel Ilunion Bilbao at Calle Rodríguez Arias nº 66, Bilbao. (from 1st of January meeting point at Hotel Carlton – Plaza Federico Moyúa 2)
- Print your voucher and give it to your guide when staring the tour.
- Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour begins.
- Contact for Julià Travel Gray Line Spain: 0034 93 317 64 54 / incoming@julia.net
- Please note that the tour ends at Bilbao city centre
- Cancellation policy: a 100% cancellation penalty applies if cancelled 48 hours or less prior to travel date or in case of no-show
