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LA RIOJA WINES: VINEYARDS, BODEGAS AND SACRED MONASTERIES

Vine rows glow copper and gold, amber wine flows from barrels, monastery bells echo off canyon walls. Rioja is wine heritage.

≈ 5
Days
122
Km
5
Stops
📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Logroño and its tapas bars, Laguardia in the heart of vineyards, Haro and its bodegas, San Millán monastery birthplace of Spanish language. La Rioja, wine kingdom.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Logrono

wine tavern capital pulse

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Calle Laurel — pintxos and wine bars.
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Cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda.
3
Stone bridge over the Ebro.
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Activities

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Guided tasting of Rioja DOCa.
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Bike ride on the greenway.
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Visit to a historic wine bar.
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Next stop
Distance: 19.5 km
Travel time: 39min
2
Day

Laguardia

vineyard walled town golden

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Day 2
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Discover

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Fortified old town and medieval gates.
2
Santa María de los Reyes Church.
3
Underground cellars beneath the houses.
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Activities

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Tasting at a Rioja Alavesa winemaker's.
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Walk through the vineyards at sunset.
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Blending workshop (depending on cellars).
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Next stop
Distance: 27.8 km
Travel time: 56min
3
Day

Haro

bodega barrel aging heritage

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Day 3
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Discover

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Estación quarter — century-old bodegas.
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Rioja Wine Museum.
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Historic center and squares.
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Activities

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Tempranillo vertical tasting.
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Food & wine pairing in bodega.
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Walk along the banks of the Ebro.
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Next stop
Distance: 35.7 km
Travel time: 1h11
4
Day

San Millan

monastery sacred valley stone

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Day 4
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Discover

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Monasteries of Suso and Yuso (UNESCO).
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Museum and scriptorium.
3
Walk between the two sites.
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Activities

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Gentle hiking in the Iregua valley.
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Photography of facades at dusk.
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Picnic at the edge of the vineyards.
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Next stop
Distance: 38.6 km
Travel time: 1h17
5
Day

Sajazarra

castle ruin hilltop vineyard

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Day 5
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Discover

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Castle and stone alleyways.
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San Andrés Church.
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Vineyards as far as the eye can see.
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Activities

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Wine tasting at a small estate.
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Sunset over the hillsides.
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Sunset over the hillsides.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, ideal for sightseeing, moderate crowds, excellent value.

Fall (September-October): Comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, harvest season, perfect beach weather, cultural activities, good prices.

Summer (July-August): Hottest weather, peak beach season, highest prices, very crowded, festival season, intense heat inland.

Winter (November-March): Mild temperatures south, cooler north, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cultural attractions, ski season Pyrenees.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 4 and 6 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Spain?

Passionate culture with flamenco, incredible cuisine, and diverse regions from Catalonia to Andalusia. Experience Moorish architecture, world-class museums, and vibrant festivals. The country offers beautiful beaches, historic cities, and excellent transportation. Spain provides cultural richness with culinary excellence and artistic heritage in accessible European destination.