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title: Rioja wine tour: winery and traditional lunch from San Sebastian
lang: en
type: tour
city: San Sebastián
country: Spain
price: 250
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.88
reviews: 51
duration_minutes: 480
duration_max_minutes: 540
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: true
guidekin_pick: Four course lunch, small group
rank_in_category: 20 of 27 (Day Trips from San Sebastián)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-16
data_updated: 2026-09-16
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/rioja-wine-tour-winery-and-traditional-lunch-from-san-sebastian/
---

# Rioja wine tour: winery and traditional lunch from San Sebastian

**Guidekin's take:** A Rioja day in a small group or privately, in English or Spanish, with family run wineries, a guided tasting and a four course Riojan lunch with dessert, hotel pickup included from €250 per person. Vegetarian and gluten free menus on request. Rated 4.88 by 51 travellers.

## Overview

Treat yourself to a tailor-made day of wine tourism with our private La Rioja winery tour from San Sebastian, enjoying century-old vineyards, medieval villages, and local cuisine at a relaxed pace. 

Visit family-run wineries to walk among the vines, learn the terroir, harvest rhythms, and the process from grape to barrel, followed by a guided tasting revealing notes of red fruit, vanilla, and spice. 

The experience continues with a four-course Riojan lunch: blood sausage, piquillo peppers and guindillas, Rioja-style beans and potatoes with chorizo, wood-fired lamb chops with salad, and Goxua, paired with local wines. 

Your guide will share stories of historic wine presses and underground cellars, and the skyline of Laguardia provides a scenic finale. 

Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, private transport, and expert guidance. 

*Lunch menu may vary depending on season or restaurant.

## Key facts

- Price: from €250 per person
- Duration: 8h–9h
- Rating: 4.88/5 from 51 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Local Experts Tours

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small group (Spanish) | €250 / person | Spanish | Group size: Small-group tour up to 8 participants Duration: 8 hours Minivan: This tour will be operated with private transportation. Language: This tour will be in Spanish. Pickup included |
| Small group (English) | €250 / person | English | Group size: Small-group tour up to 8 participants. Duration: 8 hours Minivan: This tour will be operated with private transportation. Language: This tour will be in English. Pickup included |
| Private group (English) | €370 / person | English | Private experience: Private guide throughout the tour with tailored insights and explanations. Winery visits may be shared with other guests. Duration: 9 hours Minivan: This tour will be operated with private... |
| Private group (Spanish) | €370 / person | Spanish | Private experience: Private guide throughout the tour with tailored insights and explanations. Winery visits may be shared with other guests. Duration: 9 hours Minivan: This tour will be operated with private... |

## What's included

- Transportation in a private vehicle with AC
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wine tasting
- Traditional lunch (4 courses w/ dessert)

## Not included

- Alcoholic drinks for underaged
- Rain clothes and umbrellas

## Itinerary

1. **Laguardia** (2h) - Visit to Laguardia and the region
2. **La Rioja** (1h) - Guided tour with wine tasting in the winery
3. **La Rioja** (2h) - Traditional lunch from La Rioja: blood sausage, piquillo peppers and guindillas, Rioja-style beans and potatoes with chorizo, wood-fired lamb chops with salad, and Goxua, paired with local wines (menu may vary depending on season or restaurant.)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-16
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request. Please indicate your preference in the comments section at the time of booking so we can make the necessary arrangements.
- A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Menu items mentioned in the description may vary depending on availability or seasonal changes.
- Kids menu is available upon request. Please specify in the comments section when booking.
- Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
- It is not recommended for vegans
- Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.

## How it compares in Day Trips from San Sebastián

Ranked **#20 of 27** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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