Rioja Wine Tour: Discover Terroir and Trends

Embark on a private full-day tour to discover the hidden gems of the Rioja wine region from San Sebastian. Explore rustic and sophisticated wineries, meet passionate locals, and learn about new wine aging techniques. Book now!

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Sebastian - Donostia - It will be a pleasure to pick you up at your hotel in San Sebastian (please let us know if you are staying in any other city) with my air-conditioned and heated vehicle.
    You will enjoy a pleasant 90 minutes drive to the Rioja wine region and you will be able to see how the landscape will change little by little.
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What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Local Expert Tour Guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Wine tasting 1 (4 exclusive wines)
  • 2 more tastings in 2 wineries (3 wines in each winery)
What's Not Included
  • Any extra item not specified above
  • Tips
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the Rioja terroir, taking a flavorful journey from traditional Rioja wines to modern innovational trends. This journey, brimming with varying hues and vineyards, would span across an entire day.
OUR EXPERIENCE STANDS OUT because we focus on connecting you with the ‘terroir’ - the unassuming individuals who are fervent about their…

Location
San Sebastian - Donostia
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Therealmagiccity
Oct 7, 2024
Discovering the Hidden Gems of Rioja with Telmo - We recently took the ‘Private Tour Full Day Tasting The Unknown Rioja Wine Region, ' which was an unforgettable experience thanks to our guide, Telmo. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable about the wines and history of the region, but he’s also incredibly friendly, making our day both educational and enjoyable. Our visits included Bodegas Muga, Bodega Gomez Crusado, and Bodega Carlos San Pedro, each offering a unique insight into the wine-making process and some truly exquisite wines. Telmo’s expertise in wine was evident as he provided detailed descriptions of each wine we tasted and shared fascinating anecdotes about the wineries. In addition to the wineries, we explored the charming town of LaGuardia, walking through its quaint streets filled with history. Telmo’s familiarity with LaGuardia enriched our visit, as he pointed out hidden details and historical tidbits that we would have surely missed on our own. If you’re looking to explore Rioja beyond the usual tourist paths and truly understand the culture and sophistication of its wines, this tour is a must. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves wine.
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Kristencm7136fe
May 4, 2024
The best tour by far! EARRA! - This is my second tour with Jon in 7 months. And let me just say he continues to be the best! Jon and Telmo not only have the knowledge but the pride of being Basque that shows in their tour! They both were extremely knowledgeable not only about the wine but the history of the region. My dad and I had the best time with them. And the wine selection was absolutely amazing! I would 10/10 recommend a tour with Earra! I cannot wait to come back and do another!
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Adriana_d
Mar 9, 2024
Rioja Through the Eyes of a Wine Connoisseur - From the moment Jon from Earra Tours picked us up in San Sebastian, we knew we were in great hands. He was personable, funny, knowledgeable, and we immediately felt as if we were touring with a good friend. Jon was able to swap out one of his usual spots for a visit to the Muga winery, a personal curiosity for us, as we love some of their wines. Every stop was a learning experience and a feast for the senses. Highly recommended for those interested in Rioja, wine making, history, and a fun time.
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Clara_d
Dec 30, 2023
Earra! - Jon our tour guide was knowledgeable and all-around earra (awesome)!!! He took us to three very different wineries, which gave us a great feel for the region. We took home tons of wine to share with friends and family back home. Also, the restaurant Jon took us to for lunch was absolutely delicious. Great tour for anyone looking to expand their regional knowledge and taste some great Rioja wines.
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Travelnanana
Nov 30, 2023
Best custom wine experience - Jon goes above and beyond to make sure that you are happy with your La Rioja wine tasting experience. We corresponded through many emails in the months before going through every detail from what kind of wine I like to any add ons to the experience like food or what types of stops you would want to see. I was truly impressed with how much care he took. You really just need to tell him what you want and he will design the perfect day in La Rioja for you. Also a big bonus is that he likes to take photos and is very good at it. We also attended his pintxos tour which was such a blast. I definitely recommend using Earras tours for any tours they offer.
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U210cijanetc
Oct 26, 2023
Rioja wine tasting - We visited a number of wineries, culminating in a boutique winery where we had an excellent presentation on the characteristics and production of the wine and a wonderful tasting. The trip finished with an delicious meal at a local restaurant. Jon was an outstanding guide and can be highly recommended.
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Ksheehy312
Oct 20, 2023
Rioja winery and lamb lunch. - Gorgeous day visiting the Rioja wine country with Jon. After tastings at 3 different wineries, we settled down to an amazing leg of lamb lunch. Highly recommend!
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Jockw970
Jul 25, 2023
Excellent tour, highly recommend - We had a great time with Jon touring the La Rioja region. Sampled some excellent wine, learnt a lot and had heaps of fun. Highly recommend.
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Bacioschiffo
Jun 4, 2023
Beautiful Basque Winery Day! - Our basque wine country tour with Jon was delightful! Jon curated a beautiful day filled with great wine as well as the amazing people who put their hearts into creating the wine. We would not hesitate to book another tour with him.
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958chrissiea
May 11, 2023
Incredible day in Rioja with the best guide out there - I told my wife during our day with Jon that he was born to do what he does. What an amazing day. Beyond the extensive knowledge of everything at every stop along our tour, Jon made it easy to feel like we were touring with an old friend. I couldn’t have been more pleased with our day, and felt like we not only stopped at the best vineyards, but we were welcomed at each stop as if we had a member of the host’s family with us. Hard to imagine someone doing a better job helping us explore this wonderful region. Eskerrik asko, Jon!
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From $260
up to 7 guests
2 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).