La rioja tours

Things to do in La Rioja

The people of La Rioja have been cultivating grapes and fermenting their juices since the time of the Phoenicians. But there's more going on here than just viticulture, so take a private La Rioja tour and discover why Spain's smallest province is the place to live large on the Iberian Peninsula. Outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to La Rioja's rushing rivers and cool pine forests, but you don't have to be fit to enjoy the tranquil Monasterio de Yuso or the village of Arnedillo, with its stately cathedral and nearby hot springs. Foodies should anticipate culinary overload in Logrono, considered by epicureans to have the best tapas - snack-sized plates of local delicacies - in northern Spain. La Rioja wines are world famous, and local guides can arrange a vineyard visit to ensure you can smell and taste to your heart's content. Don't mind stains? Head to Haro for the Battle of Wine in June and watch participants fling buckets of wine at each other, before drinking whatever's left.