Wines, Cuisine & Culture San Sebastián, Rioja, w/Madrid Master of Wine

Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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2 reviews
Duration: 10 days
Group size: 16 - 20
Wines, Cuisine & Culture San Sebastián, Rioja, w/Madrid Master of Wine
Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

2 reviews

Duration: 10 days
Group size: 16 - 20

About this trip

Explore the diverse cultures of San Sebastián, La Rioja, and Madrid on an exciting 10-day trip with Premier Tours & Travel. Our hand-picked Expert Hosts and local guides will share their insight into the unique cuisine, wines, history, and traditions of the region, offering an exclusive chance to experience this beautiful part of the country like never before.


From the Pintxos, Sidra and Basque Txakoli, to tours of San Sebastián, Getaria, and Bilbao and a visit to the Guggenheim Museum, guests will begin the tour by seeing and tasting what makes the Basque region distinct. Explore hilltop villages named among Los Pueblos Más Bonitos de España, including Laguardia in the Basque region and Briones in La Rioja, as well as Haro and Escaray. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites integral to the history of La Rioja, such as the Suso and Yuso Monasteries, and cultural gems like the Vivanco Museum of Wine Culture.   


Throughout, immerse yourself in the pride of La Rioja — the historic bodegas and exceptional vineyards of the region. Visit expertly chosen estates to learn about, taste, and savor the wines of iconic wineries and smaller, boutique producers — each hand-selected by our Expert Hosts and Master of Wine. This epic journey concludes with a trip to the cosmopolitan city of Madrid, where world-class museums and Flamenco await.


*Departure date represents the date of departure from the United States. Pricing for 2025 tours is subject to change.

Available Packages

Double Occupancy
Deposit: $1,000
Available until 30 days before departure

Pricing is based on double occupancy. A single supplement applies for single occupancy. Pricing for 2025 is $8,499 per person.

$8,299
Deposit: $1,000

Available Add-Ons

Single Supplement
$2,100
Deposit: $0

Pricing is based upon double occupancy. If you are traveling solo, a single supplement will apply and is based upon availability.  The 2025 single occupancy supplement is $2100. 

Tour Extensions
$0

 Pre-tour and post-tour extensions are available upon request. 

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Reviews

Being lovers of food & wine, this itinerary really excited us. Bordeaux is ground zero for wine and our time there was appropriately soaked in grapes. Xavier, our tour leader in Bordeaux, is a native and has rich experience in the wine business and production. He knows the left and right banks like the back of his hand. His knowledge of the rich history of the area is impressive. Our walking tours of this architectural wonder were laced with lively stories that brought the place to life. Xavier arranged a lovely lunch on a beautiful wooden river boat that blew our minds. This crew provided nice wines and food while we cruised. Xavier also has full access to the chateaus in Bordeaux. Our walking tour of St Emilion was filled with history and our visits to area chateaus give us the chance to taste some great wines. Our right bank visit to Chateau Dauphine was very special with our "picnic lunch" held in the chateaus main dining room. This "picnic" was a delicious spread that included beautiful wine pairings. Quite unforgettable to be sitting in this room with views of the vineyards was like stepping back in time. Our left bank visit to Chateau Dauzac was also memorable. This Margaux and Haut Medoc producer has excellent wine products and an impressive estate. We cooked lunch with the house chef and enjoyed our lunch in their large dining and event space overlooking the estate. We were of course joined by some delicious Chateau Dauzac first and second wines. We definitely had the right leader in Xavier during our time in Bordeaux to be in the know. His suggestions for dining spots and things to do with our free time were spot on. Xavier accompanied us to Biarritz in the French Basque. Just when we thought we would miss Xavier, our Basque guide, Ana, took over. Her bubbly personality won over our group immediately as we traveled to several spots in the French Basque before landing in San Sebastián, her home base. Ana has an amazing grasp on the area, from the history, the Basque culture and every square inch of San Sebastián. Our lodging in Bordeaux and Biarritz was fabulous but I must say the Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastián was over the top in luxury and what a great location. San Sebastián quickly fell in love with us and visa versa. Our walking and driving tour of the city was informative and filled with ideas for things to do on or own time. WOW! MIMO Cook School was a spectacular day!! Patricio our chef leader took us shopping in the market for the fresh ingredients. That alone was an eye-opener. Back in the well equipped kitchen at MIMO, Patricio got everyone in our group involved in the preparations. I cook a lot but I must admit that I learned plenty during this experience. We ended up with a four-course meal paired with wines that was delightful. It was also loads of fun. Our tour of La Rioja was a good introduction to the wines of the area. This was our first booking with Premier and our first trip where all the planning and access to culinary and cultural activities were prearranged. It was fantastic with ample amounts of free time to slip in some romantic meals. The accommodations were top notch and we got to know some very nice folks both fellow touring guests and our tour leaders. It was better than we expected and we can now recommend Premier to all our friends.
By Kevin C for Bordeaux, Basque & La Rioja With a Chef on May 15, 2025
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A great experience! Our hosts in Italy made the trip feel like we were visiting family, not just there as tourists!
By Stacey D for The Distinctive Tastes of Tuscany & Florence with a Chef on Oct 08, 2024
Stacy thank you so much for your feedback about our Expertly Done Culinary & Wine Travel tour to Tuscany! It was a joy to have you and your family with us. We are happy you enjoyed our Premier family in Italy!
By Premier Tours & Travel on Oct 08, 2024
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