Rioja Like A Native Wine Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Pamplona, Spain
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Step into the heart of Rioja’s wine culture on a small-group, all-inclusive tour. Immerse yourself into the history and traditions of the area while exploring Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, the two celebrated wine regions. Visit two family-run wineries and a stunning vineyard to delve into over 2,000 years of winemaking history. Learn directly from the winemakers who craft these world-class wines—something many travelers miss out on. Savor a delicious traditional lunch, perfectly paired with wines enjoyed by locals, and walk through centuries-old vineyards to learn about the vines.
- Discover the fascinating journey of wine production in Rioja from Roman times to today
- Enjoy delicious local food, perfectly matched with Rioja wines
- Enjoy round-trip transfers from your Rioja hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- Group tour for up to 8 people: Enjoy a unique and intimate experience with fellow wine lovers.
- English-speaking wine expert guide: Get insider stories about Rioja from your expert guide.
- Private transportation with A/C: Relax in comfort with a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Three guided vineyard visits: Explore vineyards with commentary and meet winemakers or family
- Lunch “Like a Native”: Enjoy local cuisine perfectly paired with authentic wines.
- Convenient Pick-up & Drop-off: Relax with easy transport from your hotel or meeting point.
- Tips (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Operating hours.9:30 am
Itinerary
La Rioja (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- The minimum purchasing and drinking age for alcohol is 18.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 395 reviews
Cathy_L, Apr 2026
The three wineries we went to were awesome. Such a fun experience going to the family owned wineries. I only gave it four stars because I don’t think it was worth the big bucks. Loved the wineries not the price.
Mindi_B, Aug 2025
Our tour guide Fito was absolutely fantastic! Not only did he take us around the whole area showing us different things, but he was so knowledgeable about wine. He made the experience incredible!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Mindi and Merrick — thank you both so much!
Reading your words brought such a big smile to our faces. Fito came back from your day together raving about how much fun he had with you — and we knew right away it had been a special one.
We’re so happy you enjoyed discovering the region with him. He truly loves sharing his knowledge (and his joy for Rioja wine is kind of contagious, isn’t it?). It means a lot to know the day felt memorable and meaningful for you both.
We hope the wines you tasted continue to bring back beautiful memories of the vineyards, landscapes, and laughter. You’re officially part of the Rioja Like a Native family now — and there’s always a spot at our table waiting for you.
Sending a big hug from wine country,
Rebeca, Fito, and the whole team
Michele_L, Nov 2024
If your end goal is to taste so many wines you can't remember which is which, get toasted, and then ship home a case or two, this is problably not the right tour for you. If you want to really learn about the process of making wine in Rioja and about what makes you like a particular wine more than other, then definately take this tour. This was amazing.
Rebeca communicated with us before hand and when she noticed that one of the wineries we were to visit was in the small town we were staying in asked if we would like them to pick a different winery, as we might have planned to visit that one on our own. She also checked dietary restrictions and did her best to accommodate them.
We were picked up, on time, by a van, which already had some guests inside and we left to pick up the other guests. The van was full, around 8-10 people. The views were wonderful along the drive.
We visited three wineries and at each one we learned different things, as well as seeing different types of wine making. At one we had the wonderful and unique experience of tasting wine from the same tank which had been aged in three different types of barrels. This was a wonderful way to learn about what each type of barrel does to wine to determine what you make you like a particular.. (I wish I had taken a few notes so I could remember what I liked LOL). I assure you that you will taste the difference. A another winery we got to taste wine right out of tank, before it aged in a barrel, another unique experience. At the last winery we learned about the vines themselves and how they are pruned and otherwise cared for and did a blind tasting to see how much we retained form of what we learned that day.
We of course got to also taste some wonderful wines along the way and we purchased one bottle to take home with us. (Only so much room in our bag and we visited other winereries besides this tour and not all wineries can ship.)
We also were given a tour of the walled city we were staying in which was very interesting and got to tour some of the underground tunnels in this city. We drove by and sometime stopped to take photos of some of the well known buildings of wineries which we did not actual visit. We really enjoyed the company of the other guests and our tour guide/driver. We had a lovely lunch at a resturant in the little walled city, though that was a last mintute change due to rainy weather. We were orginally going to eat outside at the last winery.
My husband and I would highly recommend this tour. We thoughly enjoyed it. It was one of the highlights of our trip.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Michele and Ken! We’re delighted that you had such an enriching experience with us. 🍷
It’s fantastic to hear that you appreciated the unique approach we take to wine education. From tasting wines directly from the tank to exploring the city’s underground tunnels, we love showing our guests the hidden gems of Rioja! We also hope you enjoyed the impromptu lunch – sometimes a change in plans makes the experience even better! 😄
Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another fun and educational day in Rioja. Cheers to more wine, history, and unforgettable experiences! 🍇
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