Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour w/ Lunch from Bilbao

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Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour w/ Lunch from Bilbao
In this amazing tour, we will take a full winery tour at Marques de Riscal, Best Winery in the World 2024, and we will visit Ysios, Third Best Winery in the World 2026, to taste their premium wines. All of that together with local cheese and cold meats. After, you'll enjoy a delicious three course lunch! We are a 5 stars agency, look us up on Instagram @ NorthCoasTours book on our website if you want to save some money! *Pick up or drop off in different cities only available booking on our website (I.e. pick up in Bilbao and drop off in San Sebastian) *Min. for the tour to run, 5 people. Couples check out our website for booking to guarantee your spot * Tours en Español: las visitas a Marques de Riscal son en Inglés, aunque todos los guías hablan español.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Full tour at Marques de Riscal winery, and tasting of 3 of their excellent wines (group tour)
  • LUNCH
  • Visit the Medieval town of Laguardia
  • Enjoy local appetizers such as cheese, serrano ham, and cold meats
  • Min. for the tour to run, 4 people. Couples check out our website for booking to guarantee your spot
  • Narration of the Basque history, geography, and fun facts
  • Visit of Ysios winery for wine tasting of 2 of their premium wines

What's not included

  • Gratuities, optional and appreciated

Itinerary

  1. We will drive from Bilbao to the Wine country enjoying the beautiful views. The drive is about an hour and a half (1h 30min)
  2. FULL WINERY TOUR AT MARQUES DE RISCAL: Our first stop will be the world famous Marques de Riscal winery, best winery in the world! You will join a small group tour with less than 25 people, get a full winery tour and taste 3 of their best wines together with some local snacks. (1h 30min) Admission included
  3. WINE TASTING AT YSIOS: Our second stop will be at the amazing Ysios winery. Since their opening in the year 2000 it has become the most iconic building in the whole region. Here we will visit the building and you will have the opportunity to taste 2 of their premium wines together with cheese, serrano ham and cold meats. We will tell you all about the building and the architect that created it: Santiago Calatrava (1h 0min) Admission included
  4. PICTURE STOP: Next we will visit the medieval town of Laguardia; a Xth century walled town, and one of the most beautiful towns in the Basque Country (30 min)
  5. LUNCH INCLUDED in Laguardia or some other nearby town depending on availability: in this beautiful town you will enjoy a typical three courses lunch with dessert. We will also provide vegetarian options. This will be the most comfortable and delicious classic lunch that you will enjoy! (1h 30min)
  6. The picturesque drive back to Bilbao will take about an hour and a half (1h 30min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
"Berriz Cafe Bakery" HENAO KALEA 15, 48009 Bilbao. Don't confuse it with another bakery nearby with the same name and similar address. We pick up by this coffee shop, you may wait right in front of it or inside having coffee
End point
"Berriz Cafe Bakery" HENAO KALEA 15, 48009 Bilbao. Don't confuse it with another bakery nearby with the same name and similar address. We pick up by this coffee shop, you may wait right in front of it or inside having coffee

Practical information

Operated by
North Coast Tours - Rioja Wine Tours
Max group size
8 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–8
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

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

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Availability: if you need your tour in a different day, please let us know
  • Public tours only run with at least 4 people; couples welcome to book
  • Waiver of Liability: North Coast Tours, its owners, employees and associates do not take responsibility for any damage caused by the participation on this tour; that includes injuries, illness, allergies and any other negative reaction, even in the case of negligence. For a full text of the waiver of liability visit our website under booking terms and conditions: northcoastours com

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours 30 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.