Spain Private Journey Discover La Rioja and Basque Country
Embark on a self-drive adventure across Spain, the land of passion! Explore fascinating medieval towns, sample fine wines and delectable local specialties, and cruise across a dizzying variety of soaring mountains, rugged cliffs, verdant valleys, and rolling hills. Spain is a sensory adventure that is best explored in the Spanish way - by taking your time, enjoying the moment, and living life like a fiesta.
DISCOVERY DRIVE PROGRAM - Departs daily - 5-day/4-night package visiting Aranda de Duero, La Rioja, Bilbao & San Sebastian. Includes accommodation at first or superior first class hotels with breakfast daily, 1 gourmet lunch, 1 tapas dinner, 3 winery visits with wine tastings, and a compact manual rental car for 5 days.
Includes
- Accommodations as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary; breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)
- Rental vehicle with outlined inclusions
- Travel funds escrow protection program
Excludes
- Items of a personal nature
- Rental vehicle gas, parking, tolls, and all other items not listed as included
- Select local taxes where applicable
Itinerary
Day
1
Madrid – Aranda de Duero – La Rioja
First Class: Los Agustinos or similar accommodations
Superior First Class: Parador de Santo Domingo or similar accommodations
Upon arrival, pick up your rental car and drive to Aranda de Duero, the heart of Ribera del Duero wines. Visit a winery and taste 3 wines. Continue your exploration of this area with a visit to a medieval village and underground caves dating to the 16th century. Continue to La Rioja which offers more than just excellent wine. It is a wonderland of stunning landscapes and unspoiled villages, full of art, culture, and history.
Day
2
Explore La Rioja
First Class: Los Agustinos or similar accommodations
Superior First Class: Parador de Santo Domingo or similar accommodations
Today, you will live the world of wine. Visit a traditional winery and learn about the traditional way to make wine. After a guided tour, enjoy a wine tasting. Continue to the wine museum and have a gourmet lunch surrounded by the incredible landscapes of vineyards. The afternoon is at leisure to further discover this fascinating region. (B,L)
Day
3
La Rioja – Bilbao
First Class: Barcelo Occidental Bilbao or similar accommodations
Superior First Class: Barcelo Bilbao Nervion or similar accommodations
Today, on the way to Northern Spain, visit the Marques de Riscal winery, a new landmark designed by renowned architect Frank O. Gehry. At the end of the tour, enjoy a wine tasting. Continue to Bilbao. (B)
Day
4
Bilbao – San Sebastian
First Class: Silken Amara Plaza or similar accommodations
Superior First Class: Villa Soro or similar accommodations
After breakfast, depart for San Sebastian. Upon arrival, discover this incredible city and enjoy a tapas tour. (B,D)
Day
5
San Sebastian – Madrid – Return
Drive to the Madrid airport and drop off your rental car before for your return flight home. (B)
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