Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour with Lunch, SS
Overview
Discover the spectacular wineries of Rioja on a small-group tour from San Sebastián, combining extraordinary architecture, exceptional wines, and delicious local cuisine.
We will begin at Marqués de Riscal, designed by legendary architect Frank Gehry and named the world's best vineyard in 2024. Enjoy a full winery tour and taste three of its excellent wines.
Next is Ysios, ranked the world's third-best vineyard in 2025. Designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava (Oculus, New York City), this is a stunning winery!
At Ysios, you'll have time to admire the architecture and enjoy two premium wines, including an exclusive Viñedo Singular, Rioja's highest wine quality designation.
We'll also explore the beautiful medieval town of Laguardia.
Finally, you'll enjoy a delicious, traditional three-course restaurant lunch with wine and dessert. Forget quick pintxos lunches.
With outstanding wines, remarkable architecture, and a relaxed pace, this is a Rioja experience to savor.
What's Included
- Three-course lunch: Traditional restaurant lunch with wine and dessert included.
- Visit Ysios winery and enjoy a tasting of 2 of their premium wines.
- Discover the history, geography, and culture of the Basque Country and Rioja.
- Visit the medieval town of Laguardia, in the heart of Rioja Alavesa.
- Enjoy local appetizers such as cheese, Serrano ham, and cured meats.
- Full guided tour of Marqués de Riscal winery, with a tasting of 3 excellent wines (shared group).
- Guide tips: optional and appreciated
Meeting and Pickup
Our usual pickup time in San Sebastián is 7:45 AM. On days when we also collect guests in Bilbao, pickup may be as early as 7:15 AM. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.Pickup and drop-off in different cities (for example, San Sebastián to Bilbao) are available only when booking directly through our website. Viator bookings include pickup and drop-off in San Sebastián.
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Province of Guipuzcoa
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Bodegas Marques de Riscal
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Bodegas Ysios
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Laguardia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Laguardia
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Province of Alava
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public tours operate Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Other dates are available upon request.
- Our usual pickup time in San Sebastián is 7:45 AM, but pickup may be as early as 7:15 AM when collecting additional guests in Bilbao. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.
- Waiver of Liability: Participation is subject to our booking terms and conditions, available at our website
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Three-course lunch: Traditional restaurant lunch with wine and dessert included.
- Visit Ysios winery and enjoy a tasting of 2 of their premium wines.
- Discover the history, geography, and culture of the Basque Country and Rioja.
- Visit the medieval town of Laguardia, in the heart of Rioja Alavesa.
- Enjoy local appetizers such as cheese, Serrano ham, and cured meats.
- Full guided tour of Marqués de Riscal winery, with a tasting of 3 excellent wines (shared group).
- Guide tips: optional and appreciated.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour with Lunch, SS is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour with Lunch, SS will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Three-course lunch: Traditional restaurant lunch with wine and dessert included.
- Visit Ysios winery and enjoy a tasting of 2 of their premium wines.
- Discover the history, geography, and culture of the Basque Country and Rioja.
- Visit the medieval town of Laguardia, in the heart of Rioja Alavesa.
- Enjoy local appetizers such as cheese, Serrano ham, and cured meats.
- Full guided tour of Marqués de Riscal winery, with a tasting of 3 excellent wines (shared group).
- Guide tips: optional and appreciated
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public tours operate Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Other dates are available upon request.
- Our usual pickup time in San Sebastián is 7:45 AM, but pickup may be as early as 7:15 AM when collecting additional guests in Bilbao. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.
- Waiver of Liability: Participation is subject to our booking terms and conditions, available at our website
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
