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Ribera del Duero Wineries Guided Tour & Wine Tasting from Madrid

4.9 Excellent 449 reviews
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11h
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English, Spanish
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Guidekin's take

Best big region day in our Wine Tours comparison. Spain's flagship Tempranillo region in an 11 hour day: three wineries with at least three tastings in each: 4.94 from 449 reviews.

Trade-off: No hotel pickup on this format.

Last checked: August 27, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

An 11h run to Ribera del Duero, Spain's flagship Tempranillo region: three wineries, at least three tastings in each, with Spanish appetizers along the way. At €185 per person with no hotel pickup and no young children, it is a committed wine day rather than a sampler.

From the guide

Discover Ribera del Duero, Spain's most prestigious red wine region, on a full-day wine tour from Madrid. Visit three carefully selected wineries, from historic family estates to modern award-winning vineyards, taste exceptional Tempranillo wines, enjoy authentic local gastronomy and learn directly from expert winemakers.

Travel through the beautiful Castilian countryside while exploring one of Europe's most celebrated wine destinations. Experience different winemaking styles, cellar visits, vineyard landscapes and guided tastings that reveal why Ribera del Duero is internationally recognised.

Your experience also includes traditional tapas, a regional lunch and comfortable round-trip transportation from Madrid in a small group, giving you time to enjoy every winery without rushing.

Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply looking for one of the best day trips from Madrid, this tour combines outstanding wineries, exceptional wines, local cuisine and unforgettable scenery.

Schedule & Availability

Runs every day except Sun
Departs: 09:15
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs every day except Sun, departing at 09:15. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Roundtrip by air-conditioned van or coach.
Local bilingual expert guide (Bilingual tour if necessary)
Three winery visits and Wine tasting (of minimum three wines in each winery)
Traditional Spanish appetizers specially selected to accompany the tastings.

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off / Gratuities
Children under 12 cannot take part of the tour (unless a private tour, contact us to organize it)
There will be free time to have lunch at your own choice (we do not impose a menu). You can lunch in a traditional restaurant with several options of Castilian region.

Itinerary

Madrid Stop 1
Meeting Point: At the front door of the cafetería of hotel Claridge, next to the main door of the hotel. Plaza del Conde de Casal, 6, 28007 Madrid Closest Metro Station: Conde de Casal (Line 6) The use of cafeteria facilities is only allowed for their customers. Please, don't be late, the tour departs on time. Always estimate it will take you 10-20min longer than what maps say and plan your route to the meeting point the night before. It is possible to join the group at the first stop, but any additional cost to catch up is the responsibility of the client who did not arrive on time. You will be picked up in Madrid at 9:15am and depart towards Ribera del Duero. The Duero river, also known as the river of wine, is about 2 hours from Madrid and it is the home of tempranillo, the most famous Spanish grape variety (red wines with full body and lots of fruit).
5 min
Ribera del Duero Stop 2
This tour will bring you an exceptional experience, blending new and old wine making techniques, vineyards growing in extreme weather conditions, and the work of families who have converted this great region into one of the most popular red wine regions in the world. Let us accompany you among landscapes of contrasting colors, wines full of taste and aromas, traditional cuisine, and the exceptional heritage that is still preserved in the wine region of Ribera del Duero.
2h
Admission included
Aranda de Duero Stop 3
You will do a full visit in the first winery, learning about winemaking in Ribera (riverside in Spanish), and understanding tempranillo wine from the grape to the bottle. First stop will be one of the most representative wineries in the region, where you will taste the freshness and elegance of their aged wines, feeling the extraordinary complexity of this land. Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.
1h 30m
Sotillo de la Ribera Stop 4
Second Winery: The second winery we visit is in harmonious modernity with the environment; it is open to the vineyards. This link between the interior and the exterior is a statement of the necessary functionality of spaces, nature and history. Everything stands up as a new concept of wine. We always select wineries that are different, mixing tradition and modernity, to get a broad understanding of one of the most famous wine regions in the world. Every stop will bring a surprise and you will learn about traditional wine making, modern architecture and limited productions that make special wines. Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.
1h 30m
Roa Stop 5
There will be free time to have lunch at your own choice (lunch is not included in tour price: we do not impose a menu). You can lunch in a traditional restaurant with several options of Castilian regional food ranging from tapas, a light lunch or a full 3-course lunch (approx. budget: tapas 12/15€, full 3-course 30€). Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change.
1h
Curiel de Duero Stop 6
Third winery: a medieval underground cellar, with a total length of about 4 mi and excavated about 40 ft deep (networks of incredible tunnels that run through the subsoil of the city and are intended for the preservation of wines that have been made since the Middle Age). Here, we will learn part of the history of the Ribera del Duero. Please note that this itinerary is an example only and may be subject to change. Note that the order of the wineries and locations change depending on the day.
1h 30m
Ribera del Duero Stop 7
After the scenic stops, all that remains is to relax and enjoy the return to Madrid. The arrival will take place around 20h. The Ribera del Duero Wine Tour from Madrid, ends at the original meeting point.
2h
Admission included
Madrid Stop 8
End of the tour: get back to Madrid with the memory full of great flavors and wonderful experiences. The duration of the tour is between 10 to 11 hours depending on the traffic in Madrid.
5 min

Departure & Return

Start point

At the front door of the cafeteria of hotel Claridge, next to the main door of the hotel. Plaza del Conde de Casal, 6, 28007 Madrid Closest Metro Station: Conde de Casal (Line 6) The use of cafeteria facilities is only allowed for their customers.

End point

At the front door of the cafeteria of hotel Claridge, next to the main door of the hotel. Plaza del Conde de Casal, 6, 28007 Madrid Closest Metro Station: Conde de Casal (Line 6) The use of cafeteria facilities is only allowed for their customers.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Minimum age is 18 for tasting at the wineries.
  • Tour conducted in English and Spanish if needed, making it accessible for all travelers.
  • Minimum number of participants for tours to take place is 4. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the unusual event of this occurring, we will notify you one week in advance and you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
  • Inside the cellars it is a bit cold, we recommend taking some warm clothes.
  • Children under 12 cannot take part of the tour.
  • Always estimate it will take you 10-20min longer than what maps say and plan your route to the meeting point the night before. We do not recommend using Uber, take a regular taxi.
  • Not included Personal expenses: any personal purchases, food, or additional drinks beyond the tastings included in the tour.
  • Tour lasts 11 hours aprox. You will come back at the meeting point at 20:15 pm
  • People with allergies or dietary restrictions are welcome, but they must inform us in advance. They may have less variety, but they will eat the same amount as the rest of the group.
  • The tour is not cancelled in case of bad weather.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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