La Rioja Wine Region
Spain
7 days (Bike: 5 days)
233 km (~47km per day)
Leisure
Some hills, Quiet roads, On-road
Guided
Supported
Cycling around Vineyards & the Basque Country! La Rioja is waiting for you!
Enjoy this luxury guided circular cycling trip around La Rioja, Spain. A cycle trip starting and ending in Bilbao, biking La Rioja wine region and visiting Pamplona & lovely San Sebastian. It is a region full of vineyards, internationally known for its superb wine, and charm is on every corner of the small and historic medieval villages, reflecting the tradition and culture of this unique area.
Get surprised by the great variety of this Spanish cycling tour. Try the tastiest Basque pintxos-tapas on your way, trying some renowned wineries (such as Marqués de Riscal) and visiting some historical monuments, such as the UNESCO Yuso Monastery, considered the birthplace of the modern Spanish language, the Camino de Compostela and Neolithic sites.
Start in Bilbao, with its museums, enjoy medieval spots like Santo Domingo, Ezcaray and Laguardia, with baroque paintings and an ancient wall. Then on to Pamplona‘s historical centre, made famous for the running of bulls and its international visitors like Hemmingway and Chaplain, and elegant San Sebastian, holiday seaside spot of Northern Spain and its delicious gastronomy.
This cycling tour of Rioja and the Basque Country will consist of peaceful cycling, delicious sights and a glass of wine awaiting you at every turn!
Highlights
- Elegant San Sebastian’s gastronomy & beaches
- Enjoy Rioja winery tour
- See the Camino de Santiago
- Learn about Pamplona’s History on Walking Tour
- Visit the UNESCO Yuso Monastery
- Sample the best and rich Rioja Spanish Wines
- Ancient churches & medieval spots
- Taste pintxos in Bilbao
- Unique & Famous Hotels
Quieter country roads. Good asphalt road surface and undulating landscape.
Tour Information
From
Bilbao
To
San Sebastián
Cost From
Guided € 2465
Departure(s)
June 29, July 19, 2023
July 2 & 20, 2024
Single Supplement
from € 495
Elevation Gain
2015 m
Group Info
Discounts for 4+booking together
Inclusions
- 6 nights in Famous Monument 4-5 Star Hotel – all bedrooms are en-suite
- Daily breakfasts and nutritious ride snacks
- 3 lunches (delicious picnics and a PINXTOS lunch)
- 3 freshly prepared gastro dinners at the accommodation including wine/beer and soft drinks.
- Private guided walking tour of Bilbao with tapas!
- Entrance to Yusos UNESCO Monastery
- Private Guided Walking tour of Pamplona centre
- Guided tour of an winery Marques de Riscal
- Bike – Quality 24-27 speed TREK hybrid bike with front handlebar bag / map carrier.
- Complimentary Cycling Country Spain Cycling Jersey, Bottle, Tee & tags
- Tour guidebook of your route, its history & culture
- Daily Route notes and maps
- Experienced cycling guides and SAG van which follows route
- 5% off your next tour with us
- Transfers to Bilbao centre on the last day
Options
- Extra nights at beginning and end of tour
- Bike upgrades available like quality road bike hire either Ebike (€220) | AluCarbon | Carbon Trek Edmonda S6s with Ultegra (€185) or Trek Domane (€160)
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