About this tour
Spend eight and a half hours exploring two of Rioja's celebrated wineries from Bilbao. You'll walk through Marqués de Riscal's historic cellars and taste three of their wines, then head to Ysios for two premium tastings. Between visits, wander the medieval streets of Laguardia and tuck into a traditional three-course lunch with local cured meats, cheese, and wine. A Basque Country primer on landscape, history, and regional character rounds out the experience.
Highlights
- Full cellar tour and three-wine tasting at Marqués de Riscal
- Two premium wine tastings at architecturally striking Ysios
- Medieval Laguardia village walk and atmosphere
- Traditional menú del día lunch with wine and dessert
- Local serrano ham and cheese aperitivos
- Basque geography and history narration throughout
What to expect
You'll start with a guided tour of Marqués de Riscal's underground cellars, learning production methods before tasting three wines. Next comes a stroll through Laguardia's cobbled town centre. Lunch arrives as a straightforward three-course meal—think honest regional fare, not fine dining—paired with wine and followed by dessert. Afterwards, you'll visit Ysios for two more tastings in its modern setting. Your guide weaves Basque cultural detail throughout. The pace is relaxed; expect around six to seven hours of actual activity with breaks for eating and savouring.
Good to know
Tours run with a minimum of four people; couples can book direct on the website to secure their place. The Bilbao pickup and drop-off point can be changed if booked via the operator's site. Gratuities aren't included. Tours at Marqués de Riscal are conducted in English, though guides speak Spanish.
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