Our 14 Best Wine Country Day Trips in Spain Worldwide

1.From Fuerteventura: Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,220 reviews · 7 hours · from $98Our pick

Cross from Corralejo to Playa Blanca by ferry, then tour Timanfaya National Park, La Geria’s black-ash vineyards, an aloe vera museum, and Charco de los Clicos by air-conditioned coach. Guides such as Claudia and Anna have led multilingual groups, while the packed seven-hour day gives you an easy first look at Lanzarote.

“We had such an amazing day and got to experience three different activities: visiting a volcano, wine tasting, and exploring an aloe museum. Nieves and Jimmy were really nice and helpful. We definitely recommend it!”

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2.Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour from Fuerteventura

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 264 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Cross from Corralejo to Lanzarote by ferry, then explore Timanfaya National Park, La Geria’s volcanic vineyards, El Golfo’s green lagoon, and an Aloe Vera stop by air-conditioned coach. Guides such as Helde, Ellen, and Ana have led informative departures. Expect a fast-moving day, one small wine sample, and lunch at your own cost.

“Really enjoyed this experience, the guide was very informative and answered all our questions. Our main issue with the day is that the pick up location was very vague telling us to meet in the harbour but not where to meet in the harbour! This caused us a lot of stress in the morning hence 4 stars. Otherwise the tour would’ve been 5”

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3.Sun and Wine Route – Small group, wine tasting and tapas included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $94Top rated

Ride with a small group of up to eight to mountain village Cómpeta, where a local guide covers Moorish roots and village customs. Then visit a four-generation family winery for four dry and sweet wines, native grapes, and a tapas lunch. Guides include Cipriano and Michael, with pickup from selected Costa del Sol towns.

“Our guide was very professional, personable and knowledgeable. He took time to explain the area, what made it unique and interesting. He also took time to explain how different wines are made in this area. The vineyard we visited had really tasty wines and some food to enjoy with the tasting.”

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4.From Bilbao: Rioja Wine Region with Winery & Vitoria-Gasteiz

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 9 hours · from $82

Travel from Bilbao into Rioja for vineyard views, a traditional cellar beneath Laguardia, and a tasting of local wines. Walk Laguardia’s medieval streets, then join a guided visit through Vitoria-Gasteiz and finish with Basque chocolates. The tour runs about nine hours in English or Spanish, with guides such as Paula, Borja, and Xabi appearing on recent departures.

“We enjoyed a wonderful day with guide Paola and driver Alfredo on our day trip to the Rioja wine region and Vitoria-Gasteiz. With so much history, Laguardia was such a beautiful spot to spend a good portion of the day, and the wine tasting was very informative--and delicious. The tour of Vitoria-Gasteiz, the capital of the Basque Country, was a great way to end the day.”

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5.Rioja Wine Route with winery owner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $356

José leads a small-group Rioja wine tour from Logroño and nearby towns, visiting three wineries plus his family’s restored bodega from 1881. Expect vineyard lessons, generous tastings, Rioja wine history, and a home-cooked lunch served inside a converted wine barrel. Pickup, transport, and selected wines are included.

“José (guide) has created a remakable experience, truly raising the bar of wine tours...it is a complete dive into Rioja wines and its history....the highlight is the Lunch experience (I won't give a spoiler though!)... absolutely worth every penny...Gracias Pepe!”

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6.Private Wine and Oil Tour in the Priorat Wine Region

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $312

Spend 7 to 10 hours exploring Priorat with a private guide and driver. Taste wines from Montsant and DOQ Priorat, sample organic olive oil with local food, and eat lunch at a local restaurant. Pickup is included at Falset-Marçà station or anywhere in Priorat, with Barcelona and Tarragona pickups possible for an added fee.

“Our wine and olive oil tasting tour was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, everything was seamless — warm hospitality, breathtaking scenery, and a thoughtful selection of wines and olive oils that showcased the region beautifully.”

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7.Full Day Tasting The Unknown Rioja Wine Region

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $510

Leave San Sebastian with a private Basque guide such as Jon Gurrea for a nine-hour Rioja wine day. Visit Haro, Laguardia, and three wineries, taste reds, whites, olive oil, and local food, then lunch in a medieval wine town. The route can be adjusted for special winery requests.

“We had a wonderful time. Gorka picked us up from our hotel and drove us about 1.5 hours to Haro. Along the way, he shared some history of the Basque region with us. He also was kind enough to stop at gas station so my husband could get a cup of coffee. Once in Haro, we sampled 9 different wine varieties between the two wineries. We also had the opportunity to sample some delicious olive oil at Gomez Cruzado along with our wine. After leaving Haro, we continued on to Laguardia. It’s an adorable medieval town. We sampled three wines in a wine cave at Vinasperi before heading to lunch.…”

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8.Rioja wine region with visit to winery & Vitoria-Gasteiz

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $84

Leave Bilbao at 9:20 a.m. for a nine-hour guided trip through Rioja and the Basque Country. Walk the medieval streets of Laguardia, enjoy free time for lunch, visit a family-run winery for two wine tastings, then tour Vitoria-Gasteiz with a stop for traditional sweets. Guides may include Josu, Paula, Borja, or Jesús.

“Wonderful tour in all ways - great guide Jose and terrific information. The countryside is stunning & the winery distinctly different”

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9.Wine Route with 3 Tastings & Castillo La Mola: Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 4 hours · from $73

Spend four hours exploring Alicante’s wine country with Grigor or another local guide. Visit a traditional winery, taste white, rosé, and red wines with bread, olives, and a regional tapa, then see La Mola Castle and the striking Sanctuary of Santa María Magdalena. Pickup and return are included from six nearby locations.

“Grigor was very nice, the church is great to see, and the wine tasting takes place in a beautiful place, wine and tapas are good, it was a good experience”

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10.Sherry and Tapas Wine Route in Vejer de la Frontera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $84

Meet Carlos at Plaza de España for a three to four-hour evening walk through Vejer de la Frontera. Learn how sherry is made, taste several styles, sample local tapas, and practice pairing food and wine. The small-group format, local stories, and possible bodega visit make this a good choice for curious food lovers.

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11.half day wine region tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $182

Leave central Madrid with a bilingual winemaker guide, traveling in a Mercedes van to two small, family-run wineries in the Vinos de Madrid region. Taste at least six reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines, meet the people behind the bottles, enjoy appetizers, and stop in a traditional village along the way.

“Has the most beautiful day trip with my husband to these gorgeous towns and wineries. Would 10/10 reccomend this experience. We walked away from this with so much knowledge on wine, the country and very full from the wine and tapas.”

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12.Ribera del Duero wine region private tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 10 hours · from $412

Travel privately from Madrid into Ribera del Duero for two winery visits, cellar tours, and tastings focused on Tempranillo. Your English or Spanish-speaking guide explains the region, from a modern winery with barrel samples to a 16th-century family cellar. Guides including Enrique and Jaime have led the route, which also includes a full Castilian lunch.

“la atención del Chófer Jaime, excelente, lo que si no me parece bien es que en las fotos se.coloque la bodega de Protos y la de Emilio Moro, y se crea la expectativa o se entiende que esas son las que se visitarán en el recorrido, pero no es asi, ninguna de las 2, y eso me parece algo mal, como publicidad engañosa”

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13.From San Sebastián: Private Rioja Wine Region Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 9 hours · from $383

Travel from San Sebastián into Rioja Alavesa for three winery tastings, a medieval village walk, olive oil, snacks, and a traditional three-course lunch. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide handles the driving and explains Rioja’s past, present, and future. Martin is one guide associated with the tour.

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14.Mastering The Rioja Wine Region with a Sommelier (With Cheese Pairings)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66Best value

Meet Irene and the Gastronomía Bilbao team at 11:30 am for a 90-minute tasting of five Rioja wines and local cheeses. You’ll learn about authorised grape varieties beyond Tempranillo, Rioja DOCa rules, and Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva ageing. The group is capped at 12 in a Bilbao wine bar and tasting room.

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