SPAIN, WINE & CASTLES, RIBERA DEL DUERO, RIOJA, PAMPLONA, OLITE, 05 DAYS

DAY 1. – MADRID Welcome to the Capital city of Spain. Upon arrival, private transfer by a luxury car, Mercedes, or Audi, with an English-speaking driver. Accommodation in Madrid. DAY 2. – MADRID – RIBERA DEL DUERO – RIOJA Buffet breakfast and departure to Rioja with your private chauffer-guide. Rioja is a fascinating region, full of art, culture, and history. Enjoy the countryside, the small authentic villages, and views of the landscapes in the region, which boasts of their past through the various monasteries, churches, and castles. On the way, we will stop in a stop in Ribera del Duero area. First stop will be in an authentic medieval village, outstanding for its historic center, castle, and palace. Then we will arrive to Aranda de Duero, the capital of Ribera de Duero wine, where we will visit the underground caves dated from the 16th century with wine tasting in the end. On the way, you will stop in Ribera del Duero area. In Aranda de Duero you will discover an authentic medieval village, outstanding for its historic center, palace, and the Peñaranda de Duero castle. Then you will arrive to Aranda de Duero, the capital of Ribera de Duero wine, where we will visit the underground caves dated from the 16th century with wine tasting in the end. Continuation to Rioja. Accommodation in La Rioja. DAY 3.- LA RIOJA Buffet breakfast and full day to visit Rioja region with your private chauffer-guide. First stop will be in CVNE winery (90min). It is a traditional winery of 140 years of age still run by the direct descendants of founding family. Over its history, it has not ceased to evolve, grow, and innovate in terms of both wines and production. Despite its growth, the winery has maintained its profound respect for tradition while incorporating innovative processes and a commitment to its environment. During your visit, you will discover the secrets of the production of its great wine and will enjoy two tastings at the end. Continue the day with a visit to the Vivanco wine museum (90min). Respected as one of the great icons of the Culture of Wine in the world. It occupies a surface area of 4,000 m2 including 5 permanent exhibition halls, a hall for temporary exhibitions and, outside, the Garden of Bacchus, a collection of grapevines which boasts more than 220 varieties from around the world. The tour could not be complete without a gourmet lunch elaborated with wine in Vivanco while you enjoy the amazing landscapes of vineyards. Afternoon will be in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, historical village cradle of the Saint James way. Accommodation in La Rioja. DAY 4.- LA RIOJA – PAMPLONA – OLITE Buffet breakfast and on route with your private chauffer-guide. You will visit the new landmark Marqués de Riscal designed by the renowned architect Frank O. Gehry. Tasting included. Then, departure to Olite and stop in Pamplona, internationally known because of the running of the bulls, where the bulls are led through the streets by runners. Accommodation in Olite Parador Castle. The town's Parador is located within stone walls that conceal medieval treasures, in a section of the majestic Palace-Castle of Olite, which has been declared a national monument. Tonight, you will sleep in a castle converted into a hotel. DAY 5.- OLITE – SIGUENZA – MADRID - OUT Buffet breakfast and departure to Madrid. On the way, stop in Sigüenza. This lovely city was declared a Historic-Artistic site. The castle, the cathedral and the Plaza Mayor square are the three sights you cannot afford to miss. Stop in the castle to have a stroll and continue your transfer to Madrid. Arrive at Madrid International Airport.