Rioja Wine Tour
Private Touring
- Flexible Dates
- Concierge Service
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Itinerary
- Upgrade Accommodation
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
Itinerary
Welcome to the Capital city of Spain. Upon arrival, private transfer by a luxury car, Mercedes or Audi, with an English-speaking driver. Accommodation in Madrid.
Meal Plan: No Meal
Buffet breakfast and departure to Rioja with your private chauffer-guide disposal. Rioja is a fascinating region, full of art, culture and history. Enjoy the countryside, the small authentic villages and views of the landscapes in the region, which boasts of their past through the various monasteries, churches and castles. On the way, we will stop in a stop in Ribera del Duero area. First stop will be in an authentic medieval village, outstanding for its historic center, castle and palace. Then we will arrive to Aranda de Duero, the capital of Ribera de Duero wine, where we will visit the underground caves dated from the 16th century with wine tasting in the end. On the way, you will stop in Ribera del Duero area. In Aranda de Duero you will discover an authentic medieval village, outstanding for its historic center, palace and the Peñaranda de Duero castle. Then you will arrive to Aranda de Duero, the capital of Ribera de Duero wine, where we will visit the underground winery caves Histórica Don Carlos, dated from the 16th century with wine tasting in the end. Continuation to Rioja. Accommodation in La Rioja.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Buffet breakfast and full day to visit Rioja region with your private chauffer-guide. First stop will be in CVNE winery (90min). It is a traditional winery of 140 years of age still run by the direct descendants of founding family. Over its history, it has not ceased to evolve, grow, and innovate in terms of both wines and production. Despite its growth, the winery has maintained its profound respect for tradition while incorporating innovative processes and a commitment to its environment. During your visit, you will discover the secrets of the production of its great wine and will enjoy two tastings at the end. Continue the day with a visit to the Vivanco wine museum (90min). Respected as one of the great icons of the Culture of Wine in the world. It occupies a surface area of 4,000 m2 including 5 permanent exhibition halls, a hall for temporary exhibitions and, outside, the Garden of Bacchus, a collection of grapevines which boasts more than 220 varieties from around the world. The tour could not be complete without a gourmet lunch elaborated with wine in Vivanco while you enjoy the amazing landscapes of vineyards. Accommodation in La Rioja.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Buffet breakfast and on route with your private chauffer-guide. You will visit the new landmark Marqués de Riscal (90min) designed by the renowned architect Frank O. Gehry. Tasting included. During the afternoon, you will enjoy free time to visit and admire the Rioja villages. Accommodation in La Rioja.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Buffet breakfast and departure to Madrid. Arrive at Madrid International Airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
1 night accommodation in Madrid at a selected hotel category. BB basis
3 nights’ accommodation in Rioja at a selected hotel category. BB basis
Private transfer for arrival in Madrid.
Private car with a chauffeur-guide speaking English for the entire itinerary.
Ribera del Duero & Rioja village visit.
Ribera del Duero, 90min shared visit underground wine cave, dating from the 16th Century.
La Rioja, a 90-minute shared visit to a traditional winery of 125 years of age.
La Rioja, a 90-minute shared visit to the wine museum and gourmet lunch.
La Rioja, a 90-minute shared visit and tasting in the new landmark Marqués de Riscal
Exclusions
•City tax, direct payment to the hotel. Tips, porterage, or anything not included on inclusion list.
•Prices not valid if there is a congress or important event in the city.
•In case of unavailability, services may be replaced by others of similar characteristics
Notes
Hotels used or similar
Madrid
3*/4* Standard Hotel - Muralto 3*
4* /4* Superior Hotel - Sercotel Conde Duque 4*
La Rioja
3*/4* Standard Hotel - NH or similar 3*
4* /4* Superior Hotel - Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Notes:
− City tours are in English or Spanish, other languages supplement may apply.
− Child Policy: 0 to under 2 years free / 02 to under 12 years 50 % sharing room with 2 adults
− Supplement cost for transportation between cities is available on request.
− All tours can be customized according to customer needs.
Rate mentioned are “starting from” rates and may change based on the actual travel dates and due to the increase in fuel rates, entrance fees as well as cost of meals at restaurants.
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