Self-guided bus tour from Bilbao to Rioja
- WINE ITINERARY
- RIOJA from BILBAO
- SELF-DRIVEN ITINERARY
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- Half or Full Day
- Tue-Fri
- Regular coach transportation
Tour description
A perfect introduction to the wines of the Rioja region. A self-guided tour in Rioja, including regular bus service from Bilbao. From the bus station, you will walk to 2 of the best wineries in Haro, the wine capital of Rioja. Enjoy 2 wineries with tasting sessions at the famous “Barrio de la Estación” in Haro. You will be able to select 2 different return times.
A detailed itinerary and recommendations on where to eat and what to see in Haro is provided.
Is this self guided bus tour for me?
This is not a guided tour (you will receive a detailed itinerary) and transportation is with a regular coach service that connects Bilbao with Haro in Rioja.
The wineries selected will be located in the town of Haro, the wine capital of Rioja. You will receive an itinerary that will include details of the wineries selected for you and how to get to them. Transportation is included from Bilbao in regular bus service. The distance from the bus station to the wineries is about a 15-minute walk.
This product is the perfect choice if you want to enjoy wine tasting in Rioja from Bilbao, forget about driving and enjoy wine tasting at 2 excellent wineries whilst you have the opportunity to discover Haro.
Highlights
- No need to worry about driving; a one-hour comfortable bus ride with views of the Riojan landscape
- Stroll from one winery to the next and enjoy learning about and tasting Rioja wine
- Excellent value for money
- Quality wineries chosen according to local expertise and personal experience
- Wine tasting of at least 5 quality wines
- 2 return time from Bilbao are available
Bus tour from Bilbao to Rioja - includes
Regular coach transportation
Roundtrip transportation from Bilbao bus station via regular coach service (1 hour ride) in modern buses. Departure times may vary; 8:00AM or 9:00AM are the most usual departure time with return bus leaving at 15:30 for Half-day and 18:00 for Full-day.
A detailed itinerary for the day
An itinerary for the day complete with maps and recommendations for things to do in Haro
1 Winery visit and tasting
Guided visit to the winery premises and wine tasting of 2 excellent wines
A second Wine tasting
A guided wine tasting session of 3 wines at one of our favorite wineries
Rioja from Bilbao by Bus- Itinerary
The following is the most usual itinerary for both the half-day and the full-day itineraries The itinerary is subject to change depending on the availability and schedule of winery visits at the time of booking.
*Please note that you will need to walk some 15 minutes from the bus station in Haro to the wineries
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Our local team has updated the information on this tour on March 27, 2026.
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Map - Rioja from Bilbao with self guided bus tour
Why with us and Terms
- When will be back to Bilbao? It takes 1 hour to get to Bilbao from Haro. Depending on whether you select the full or half-day option, you can expect to be back in Bilbao at around either 19:15 or 16:30
- Can I pay with Amex? You need to contact us to be able to book with Amex
Can I play with a paypal account? You need to contact us if you wish to pay using Paypal
- Can I propose which wineries to visit? It is not possible to visit other wineries
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If cancelled 30 days before the start of your trip, 15% of the total services cost will be deducted. For cancellations within 30 days of the starting date of the service, 30% of the total cost will be charged. Tours cancelled 7 days or less prior to the first day of your trip are non-refundable. We advise that you consider purchasing Trip Cancellation / Travel Insurance.
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