HISTORIC VILLAGES, VINEYARDS & MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPES
The Heart of La Rioja
More than a cycling tour. A journey through the landscapes, history and wine culture of La Rioja.
THE EXPERIENCE
5-Day Cycling Tour — La Rioja
Discover the authentic heart of La Rioja on a cycling journey that combines spectacular landscapes, medieval villages, world-famous wineries and some of Spain’s most important cultural treasures.
Designed for cyclists who want to enjoy much more than the ride itself, this tour follows quiet country roads through vineyards, river valleys and mountain scenery, connecting some of the region’s most beautiful historic towns.
Along the way you’ll visit charming villages such as Laguardia, San Vicente de la Sonsierra, San Millán de la Cogolla and Ezcaray. You’ll experience the famous Rioja wine culture with carefully selected winery visits, discover the birthplace of the Spanish language at the UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of San Millán, and spend each evening in carefully selected boutique hotels and traditional rural accommodations full of character and history.
QUICK FACTS
PRIVATE TOURS. Guided or Self guided
DISTANCE 30–45 km per day
ELEVATION 400–900 m per day
INCLUDED
- Fully guided tour
- All meals included (excluding alcoholic beverages)
- Accommodation throughout the tour
- Hybrid E-Bike rental
- Daily luggage transfers
- Support vehicle
WHY THIS TOUR
This itinerary takes you even further into the heart of La Rioja.
In addition to exploring the renowned wine country and visiting carefully selected wineries, the route ventures into the mountains and forests of western La Rioja, where you’ll discover two of the region’s most remarkable destinations: San Millán de la Cogolla, home to the UNESCO World Heritage monasteries where the first written words in Spanish were recorded, and Ezcaray, a beautiful mountain village known for its traditional architecture, rich history and outstanding gastronomy.
The contrast between endless vineyards, quiet mountain roads, historic villages and spectacular natural landscapes makes this one of the most complete ways to experience La Rioja. It is a journey that combines wine, culture, history and nature in equal measure.
Designed for those who want to experience La Rioja at a relaxed and enjoyable pace.
We ride between 30 and 45 kilometres each day, with climbs ranging from 400 to 900 metres. The stages are perfectly balanced, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the ride while leaving the afternoons free to discover everything that makes La Rioja so special.
After each day’s ride, you’ll have time to wander through historic villages, visit wineries, enjoy long lunches on sunny terraces, explore centuries-old monasteries, relax in charming boutique hotels and experience the warm hospitality that defines this region.
We believe the best way to discover La Rioja is not by rushing from one place to another, but by slowing down, enjoying the scenery, meeting local people and immersing yourself in the culture, gastronomy and wine that have made this region famous around the world.
THE ITINERARY
Day 1 — Logroño Loop Ride
Day 1. Logroño Loop Ride
28 km • +400 m
Terrain — Rolling Vineyards
Your adventure begins in Logroño, the vibrant capital of La Rioja and one of Spain’s great gastronomic cities.
After a short bike fitting and briefing, we leave the city following quiet roads and vineyard tracks that surround the Ebro Valley. Today’s ride is designed to help you settle into the tour while discovering the landscapes that have made Rioja famous around the world.
The afternoon is yours to explore Logroño at your own pace. Wander through the old town, stroll along the Ebro River, or visit the famous Calle Laurel, where dozens of traditional bars serve some of Spain’s finest tapas accompanied by exceptional Rioja wines.
HIGHLIGHTS
Logroño Historic Centre • Calle Laurel • Ebro River • First vineyards of Rioja • Local gastronomy and wine
Day 2 — Logroño – Laguardia
Day 2 Logroño – Laguardia
39 km • +900 m
Terrain — Vineyards & Hills
Leaving Logroño behind, we ride through rolling vineyards towards one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Northern Spain.
Crossing into the Rioja Alavesa wine region, quiet country roads lead us to Laguardia, a spectacular walled hilltop village overlooking endless vineyards. Along the way, there is the opportunity to visit some of the region’s most prestigious wineries and discover why Rioja wines are recognised worldwide.
Laguardia is a true highlight of the tour. Its cobbled streets, underground wine cellars and medieval walls create one of the most atmospheric villages in Spain.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Rioja Alavesa vineyards • Winery visit • Medieval village of Laguardia • Panoramic vineyard landscapes • Historic underground wine cellars
Day 3 — Laguardia – San Vicente de la Sonsierra
Day 3 —Laguardia – San Vicente de la Sonsierra
40 km • +600 m
Rural Roads & Rolling Vineyards Terrain
Today’s ride continues through the very heart of Rioja wine country.
Quiet roads wind between vineyards and small traditional villages before reaching San Vicente de la Sonsierra, beautifully located beneath the Sierra Cantabria mountains.
Dominated by its medieval castle and ancient churches, San Vicente offers spectacular views across the Ebro Valley and is one of the region’s most authentic wine villages. The surrounding wineries, local restaurants and peaceful atmosphere make it a wonderful place to spend the evening.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Endless vineyards • Sierra Cantabria views • San Vicente Castle • Historic village centre • Traditional Rioja wineries
Day 4 — San Vicente – San Millán de la Cogolla
Day 4 — San Vicente – San Millán de la Cogolla
45 km • +700 m
Mountain Foothills
Today the scenery begins to change dramatically as we leave the vineyards behind and head towards the mountains of western La Rioja.
Following quiet country roads through forests, rivers and small villages, we arrive at San Millán de la Cogolla, home to the UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Suso and Yuso.
These monasteries are considered the birthplace of the Spanish language, where the first written words in Castilian were recorded over one thousand years ago. Visiting them is one of the cultural highlights of the entire tour.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Mountain scenery • Traditional villages • Suso Monastery • Yuso Monastery • UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 5 — San Millán de la Cogolla – Ezcaray
Day 5 — San Millán de la Cogolla – Ezcaray
35 km • +600 m
Mountain Roads
The final ride takes us through some of La Rioja’s most beautiful mountain landscapes.
Quiet roads follow rivers and forests before reaching Ezcaray, a charming mountain village famous for its stone houses, colourful streets and exceptional gastronomy.
Surrounded by the Sierra de la Demanda, Ezcaray offers a completely different side of La Rioja. Here the pace slows even further, providing the perfect setting to celebrate the end of the journey with outstanding local cuisine and a final glass of Rioja wine.
For those wishing to extend their stay, Ezcaray also offers beautiful hiking trails, mountain activities and one of Northern Spain’s most picturesque village centres.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Sierra de la Demanda • Forest roads • Ezcaray Historic Centre • Traditional mountain architecture • Outstanding gastronomy
WHY RIDE WITH US?
La Rioja is our home, and that makes all the difference.
Having lived and ridden here for years, we know far more than the famous wineries and tourist attractions. We know the hidden vineyard roads, the quiet mountain passes, the villages where locals gather, the family-run restaurants worth discovering and the hotels full of character that make every evening special.
Whether you choose a fully guided tour or a self-guided adventure, we’ll help you experience La Rioja as locals do—through its landscapes, its history, its people and, of course, its exceptional food and wine.