3-Day Guided Tour of Rioja with Michelin-Star Lunch4.9(87 Reviews)3 days
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4.9(87 Reviews)
3-Day Guided Tour of Rioja with Michelin-Star Lunch
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Max 12 peopleGroup Size
English, SpanishSpeaking Guide
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About this experience
Duration3 Days
Group SizeSmall Group
Starts AtMadrid
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Wine Tourism · La Rioja · Spain
Three Day Rioja Wine Experience from Madrid
Michelin dining, iconic wineries, and the heart of Spanish wine country in three unforgettable days.
This Rioja wine tour from Madrid brings together exclusive winery visits, Michelin-starred dining, and four-star accommodation across three carefully crafted days in one of Spain's most celebrated wine regions.
The tour covers Logroño, Haro, and Laguardia, taking you through the full range of what Rioja has to offer, from urban wineries to historic cave cellars and vertical vineyards explored in a Hummer. Each day balances structured tastings with free time to discover local culture at your own pace.
Designed for those who want more than a casual visit, this experience provides access to producers and settings that are rarely open to independent travellers. The itinerary suits wine enthusiasts of all levels, with easy difficulty and a relaxed travel pace throughout.
Tour Highlights
Michelin-starred lunch on Day One sets the culinary tone for the entire tour.
Exclusive tastings at some of Rioja's most iconic and historic wineries.
Explore unique vertical vineyards and indigenous grape varieties with a specialist guide.
Visit cave wineries and historic cellars beneath the medieval town of Laguardia.
Discover the legendary Barrio de la Estación in Haro, home to some of Rioja's founding wineries.
Comfortable four-star accommodation included throughout the tour.
All transport from Madrid and within Rioja is provided, allowing you to focus entirely on the experience.
Itinerary
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Day One: Logroño and Urban Wine Adventures
Depart Madrid for Logroño and begin the tour with a Michelin-starred lunch. The afternoon features a visit to an urban winery for your first formal introduction to Rioja's celebrated wines.
The evening is free to explore Calle Laurel, one of Spain's most famous pintxos streets, where you can sample local bar snacks at your own expense.
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Day Two: Vineyards, Verticals, and Historic Caves
The morning takes you to one of Rioja's most distinctive winemakers, where indigenous grape varieties are cultivated in vertical vineyards accessed by Hummer. An exclusive tasting follows the tour of the estate.
In the afternoon, choose between a cave winery visit or a masterclass tasting in the historic caves beneath Laguardia. The evening continues in Haro, where dinner is included as either a guided tapas route or a sit-down meal.
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Day Three: Barrio de la Estación and Iconic Wineries
Begin the final day in Haro's historic Barrio de la Estación, visiting some of the most storied wineries in all of Rioja. A last winery visit rounds out the tasting programme before the tour concludes.
The group enjoys a farewell lunch in Laguardia before returning to Madrid, completing a thorough and memorable journey through the region.
What's Included and Excluded
Included
Michelin-starred lunch on Day One
All winery visits and tastings
Four-star hotel accommodation
All transport from Madrid and within Rioja
Dinner in Haro on Day Two
Farewell lunch in Laguardia on Day Three
Not Included
Pintxos and drinks on Calle Laurel (Day One evening)
Lunch on Day Two (self-pay at nearby options)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Travel insurance
Important Information
Please book at least two weeks in advance. A 50% deposit is required at checkout, with the remaining balance due one week before the tour date.
Duration
3 days. The tour begins in Madrid and concludes with a return to Madrid on the afternoon of Day Three.
Meeting Point
Departure is from Madrid. Specific meeting point details are confirmed upon booking.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for vineyard visits. Bring a light layer for cave cellar environments, which can be cool regardless of outside temperature.
Cancellation
A 50% deposit is collected at checkout. The final balance is due one week before departure. Please review the cancellation policy provided at time of booking.
Accessibility
The tour is rated Easy in terms of physical difficulty. Some winery and cave environments may have uneven surfaces. Contact the operator in advance to discuss specific accessibility requirements.
Age Range
This tour involves alcohol tastings and is intended for adult participants. Guests must be of legal drinking age in Spain (18 years or older).
Reserve Your Place on This Rioja Wine Tour
Spaces on this three-day experience are limited. Book at least two weeks in advance to secure your spot and confirm your deposit.
Bookings must be made at least two weeks before the tour date. A 50% deposit is required at checkout, with the final balance due one week before departure.
Where does the tour start and end?▼
The tour departs from and returns to Madrid. All transport between Madrid and the Rioja region, as well as within the region itself, is included in the price.
Which meals are included in the tour?▼
A Michelin-starred lunch is included on Day One, dinner in Haro is included on Day Two, and a farewell lunch in Laguardia is included on Day Three. Day Two lunch is self-pay at options near the winery visits.
What type of accommodation is provided?▼
Four-star hotel accommodation is included for the nights of Days One and Two. Specific hotel details are provided upon booking confirmation.
Is this tour suitable for people who are not wine experts?▼
Yes. The tour is designed for wine enthusiasts of all experience levels. Guides introduce the tastings and vineyard visits in an accessible way, whether you are a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer to Rioja wines.
What is the physical difficulty level of this tour?▼
The tour is rated Easy. Most activities involve light walking and standing at winery visits. Some cave environments may have uneven ground, and vineyard terrain can vary.
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This tour operates from Madrid, Spain, travelling into the La Rioja autonomous community in northern Spain. Key destinations include Logroño (the regional capital of La Rioja), Haro (home to the historic Barrio de la Estación wine district), and Laguardia (a medieval walled town in the Rioja Alavesa sub-zone, within the Basque Country). The Rioja wine region straddles parts of La Rioja, Navarra, and the Basque province of Álava, and is internationally recognised for its Tempranillo-based red wines aged under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) Rioja classification. The tour covers all three core sub-zones — Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa, and parts of Rioja Oriental — making it a geographically comprehensive introduction to the appellation.
Category: Multi-Day Wine Tour | Region: La Rioja, Spain | Departure City: Madrid | Sub-Zones Covered: Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa | Key Towns: Logroño, Haro, Laguardia | Wine Style: Spanish Red, DOCa Rioja | Experience Level: All levels | Difficulty: Easy | Duration: 3 Days | Meal Inclusions: Michelin lunch, dinner, farewell lunch | Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel | Transport: Included from Madrid
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