Cycling in La Rioja: The Wine Route

Enjoy La Rioja by Bike Discover unique family wineries with private visits Delight in our secret and exclusive culinary gems
Day 1: Logroño to Santo Domingo
Departure time: 10:00 a.m. Fuente Murrieta de Logroño
You'll find the guide wearing a green t-shirt with the Showmespain logo.
We'll do a bike fit, a safety talk, and then we'll start the route.

Your adventure begins at the symbolic Fuente de Murrieta in Logroño, the starting point for thousands of pilgrims. You'll pedal along the same paths that have been traveled for centuries, through landscapes of vineyards and cereal fields that will take you to Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Feel the magic of the Camino de Santiago and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere of this ancient route.
Departure time: 10:00 a.m.

Day 2: Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Laguardia
Today, you'll venture into the heart of Rioja Alavesa. From Santo Domingo, the route will first take you to San Vicente de la Sonsierra, where you'll visit the Teodoro Ruiz Monge winery. Then it's on to Elciego, where the modern Bodega Marqués de Riscal, designed by architect Frank Gehry, stands out like a sculpture in the middle of a sea of vineyards. After the visit and tasting, you'll have the well-deserved reward of a meal in the walled town of Laguardia. You'll feel like you've traveled back in time to this medieval village that's a true gem.
Day 3: Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Florentino Martínez Wineries
The birthplace of Castilian and signature wine
This day is dedicated to the history and hidden treasures of La Rioja. From Santo Domingo, you'll pedal to Cordovín to visit Bodegas Florentino Martínez, a family winery that will show you the passion for signature wines. Then, the route will take you to San Millán de la Cogolla, where the Monasteries of Suso and Yuso are located. This place, declared a World Heritage Site, will amaze you when you learn that the first words in Spanish were written here.

Day 4: Santo Domingo de la Calzada – Sajazarra
Castles, boutique wineries, and medieval charm
Today's route is a real treat. From Santo Domingo, you'll head to Sajazarra, a town that will take your breath away with its impressive 15th-century castle. In this magical setting, you'll visit Bodega Alegre Valgañón, a family winery that makes unique wines from old vines. An intimate experience that will connect you directly with the earth.

Day 5: Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Ezcaray and its Villages
From the plains to the mountains
Your last stage is one of the most beautiful. You'll leave the vineyard landscape behind to dive into the charm of the small mountain villages around Ezcaray. The route will take you through villages like Ojacastro and Zorraquín, where you'll feel the tradition and authenticity of rural La Rioja. The end of the route is Ezcaray, a tourist town with popular architecture that will invite you to relax and celebrate the end of your epic journey.

To say goodbye to the fantastic week, we're going to the EL CUETO restaurant, a culinary gem that few know about.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.