trips to wonderful wine country

La Rioja is a small but impressive region in Northern Spain famed for its incredible wine production. It feels quieter than other Spanish destinations such as Bilbao, Santander and San Sebastian but there is still lots to see and do for a few days. Its compact size and proximity to the Basque Country and Cantabria means it can act as a brilliant base to explore from or if you want a trip where you can take things slowly.

Whilst Rioja is growing in popularity, it still feels off the beaten track from other European wine regions. The capital Logrono is also part of the famous Camino de Santiago trail, so this destination a great option for travellers wanting a trip with purpose.

Some of the best things to see and do in Rioja:

• booking in for a wine tour at one of the charming Bodegas. There are plenty to choose from but Vivanco is a must-see with a world-renowned museum 

• sampling the delicious pintxos (bite-sized tapas often served buffet style) in Logrono

• heading to Haro and seeing some of the beautiful architecture on offer

• heading to one of the beautiful nature reserves to see some of the local wildlife as well as hiking one of the many gorgeous trails in the mountains

• wandering San Millán de la Cogolla and seeing the monasteries recognised as UNESCO world heritage sites 

Daydreaming about escaping to these vineyards and magical towns and villages? Simply enquire today and one of our team will be able to advise on your perfect itinerary

Perfect Pintxos and Gorgeous Greenery

This stunning wine region offers the perfect countryside retreat, but with easy access to quaint towns and cities to explore too.

Accommodation ranges from luxe hotels to more laid back affairs and local guesthouses on tours. We can find something to suit every type of traveller.

Ready to soak up the sun and sample incredible wine and cuisine? Contact us today and our travel specialists can put together your very own Northern Spanish trip