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We took this private Ribera del Duero wine tour in late November and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We were picked up directly from our hotel in Burgos and spent the day visiting three very different wineries, capped off with a memorable spit-roasted leg of lamb served in an old castle.
What stood out most was how thoughtfully the wineries were selected. Each visit was clearly customized to the type of wine experience and purchasing interest I had. The three wineries differed in style, production approach, history, and price point, yet together they gave a well-rounded understanding of Tempranillo and Ribera del Duero as a whole. It felt intentional rather than formulaic.
The day ran from about 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and because it was just my wife and me, the pace was relaxed and personal. Our driver and guide, Jaime, truly made the experience exceptional. We’ve done wine tours in Argentina, Uruguay, and other parts of Spain, and this ranked among the best—largely because of him. Jaime clearly loves what he does and is a natural educator. He’s deeply proud of Spain and shared insightful context about Spanish history, culture, and wine throughout the day, which added real depth to the experience.
I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore beyond the more well-known Rioja region. Ribera del Duero is more rural and feels less traveled, which was part of its charm. This would be especially appealing to serious Ribera del Duero wine fans, honeymooners, or anyone interested in learning more about wine in an immersive, unhurried way. Communication and payment were both easy and straightforward from start to finish. Highly recommended.
What a GREAT all-around experience and highly recommended! Rebecca was so helpful during the planning process, with an emphasis on understanding our interests in a wine tour so that she could tailor the perfect experience. Then our guide Fito perfectly navigated the carefully crafted 2-day itinerary while making us feel right at home in Rioja. Fito's passion and knowledge of wine was so helpful to the dialogue and such a great compliment to all of the tours and tastings. I'm so very thankful I found this team to help with our Rioja wine journey. Thank you so much for making a highlight of our two weeks in Spain. Until next time, hasta luego!
By Benjamin M for Private 2-Day Wine Tour (Euros) on Dec 06, 2025
Dear Ben & Danelle,
What a joy to read your message! From our very first emails, I knew this was going to be a special adventure — and it makes me so happy to hear that your time in Rioja became such a highlight of your trip to Spain!
It was an absolute pleasure designing your two-day tour and making sure every stop reflected your love for wine and curiosity about this beautiful region. And Fito… what can I say? He truly shines when he shares his passion, and I’m thrilled you felt at home with him as your guide.
We’re incredibly thankful you found us and trusted us to be part of your journey — and even more grateful that we now have two new friends in the world. We’ll be waiting with open arms (and full glasses!) for the next time you visit.
Hasta la próxima amigos!
Rebeca, Fito & the whole Rioja Like a Native team
Your Rioja wine family, always here for you 🍇✨
Unfortunately, I did not have a trip as Rebeca canceled at the last moment, and all other private and small group tours were booked and we’re still operating without any concerns,. I visited Rioja only because Rebeca advised me she was able to provide me with the type of winery tours that are most meaningful to me, hidden gems, boutique and small family, wineries. Very disappointing and very unprofessional
By Lisa L for Rioja Wine Tour - Lisa Lipman (1 pax) on Nov 10, 2025
Dear Lisa,
Thank you for sharing your comment. I’m truly sorry that you feel disappointed, because I always try to give every guest the best possible experience.
I would like to clarify one important point. When you made your reservation, everything was correct and fully approved. You accepted the tour under those conditions. Later on, the local regulations for the exact area you wanted to visit changed unexpectedly. As soon as I was officially informed of this change, I notified you immediately, with more than 15 days’ notice, so it was not a last-minute cancellation.
As a responsible company, we must follow local rules and cannot operate in areas where we are no longer legally allowed. Even if we would love to host you, we cannot ignore a regulation change.
I completely understand your frustration, and I am truly sorry that your plans were affected. But in this situation, the circumstances were external, unavoidable, and we communicated everything honestly and as early as possible.
Rebeca Perez
(Founder & Guide)
Tour was fabulous! Fito was a great guide! The three wineries we visited were very different from one another so we learned sooo much!! Lunch was also fabulous. Highly recommend!!
By Tina K for Rioja Wine Tour - Tina Krasnecky (2 pax) on Nov 07, 2025
Dear Tina & Dan,
Thank you so much for your sweet words!
We’re so happy to hear you loved the tour — and that Fito made it extra special! He’s amazing at bringing the world of Rioja wine to life.
It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the variety of wineries — we love mixing styles so there’s always something new to discover — and we’re so glad the lunch hit the spot too!
You were such a joy to have with us, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime. There’s always more Rioja to explore!
Big hugs,
Rebeca, Fito & the whole Rioja Like a Native team
Your wine friends in Spain 🍇💛
If you like wine, a specialized experience and fantastic people – this is the company for you. Rebeca organized several wine tours for us as well as a lovely tour of the Basque region (both in Spain and in France). Fito was our guide for the first wine tour. He is incredibly knowledgeable, personable and patient. We visited three different excellent wineries – all three of which provided unique perspectives into wine making. We enjoyed all of the wines (both red and wine) – so much so that we ordered several cases to be shipped back home. Our second day was the most special and memorable. Rebeca’s husband, Robert, was our guide, and he is just a hoot! We visited two more wineries. Again – both with wonderful wines and even more perspectives in different ways to make wine. We enjoyed a wonderful homemade Spanish lunch (along with home-made wine) with Rebeca and Robert, and we could have just chatted and relaxed with them all afternoon. The food, the conversation, and the atmosphere were all welcoming and wonderful. We finished the day by tasting three more wines and receiving a personalized bottle of wine as a parting gift. Finally, Rebeca arranged a site seeing tour for us from San Sebastian. We spent that wonderful day with Daniel. Daniel was knowledgeable, kind, and extremely interesting. He took us to lovely locations and shared his extensive knowledge of the area. Rebeca is extremely professional, responsive, and caring. Thank you Rebeca and Robert for an unforgettable experience.
By Heath W for Customised Tour (Heath Wilson: 3 people) on Nov 02, 2025
Dear Heath & Linda,
Your words absolutely melted our hearts!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and detailed review — we truly feel honored to have been a part of your journey through Rioja and the Basque Country.
From your first tour with the amazing Fito (we agree — he’s a gem!), to your second day with Robert (a total character, right? ), and your beautiful day in San Sebastián with Daniel — it was such a joy for all of us to spend time with you. You brought such warmth, curiosity, and good energy to every moment.
Sharing our home, our table, and our wines with you was the highlight for us too — we could have sat chatting all afternoon as well. That connection is exactly why we do what we do.
Knowing that you not only loved the wines but chose to bring Rioja home with you (literally!) makes us so happy. And the fact that you now carry memories from both Spain and France with you? Even better!
You’ll always have a family waiting for you here — with open arms, open hearts, and open bottles.
With all our love and gratitude,
Rebeca, Robert, Fito, Daniel & the entire Rioja Like a Native family
Your friends in wine, food & unforgettable adventures 🍇✨
Thank you Rebeca, this wine tour is amazing, not just know and taste the wine, also can take a look of this lovely city, thanks for the arrangement, it is unforgettable tour :)
Joined tour on 12 October