--- title: "2016 Vacation Idea: Cycling Through Rioja" description: Check out a great opportunity to experience Spanish wines by cycling through Rioja on this exclusive culinary and wine tour. image: https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hubfs/PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg --- ![Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png?width=1200&name=Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png "Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png") ![Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png?width=1200&name=Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png "Roux-Luxury-Travel-Logo.png") - [Blog](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel) - Plan a Trip - more... ![DSC_2070.jpg](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC_2070.jpg?width=3809&name=DSC_2070.jpg "DSC_2070.jpg") ## Roux Luxury Travel Blog [Home](http:) BLOG # 2016 Vacation Idea: Cycling Through Rioja [![](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hubfs/PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg)](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/2016-vacation-idea-cycling-through-rioja) ![PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg?width=600&name=PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg "PUGBS_06242012_1185_WZE_800x400.jpg") If you are looking for a unique culinary and wine trip that won't add inches to your waistline, this active cycling through Rioja itinerary may be just what you are looking for! Ride through rolling olive groves, picturesque villages, and past historic castles atop a custom-made Bianchi cycle.   Here are the details: **5 nights | Departs May 22; June 12, 26; September 11,18, & 25, 2016** **Itinerary:** Pamplona, Spain • Estalla, Spain • Alava, Spain • Elciego, Spain From vibrant Pamplona to award-winning vineyards, the ever-changing landscapes of Rioja are as dramatic and inspiring as the Frank Gehry-designed Marques de Risca hotel. Explore unique Spanish vineyards producing wine unavailable in North America. Wonderful meals, wineries and medieval architecture, along with spectacular and varied riding, will provide a brilliant experience of quintessential Spain. **Experience includes:** - All hotel accommodations - All breakfasts, four lunches and four dinners (including wine) - Services of B&R guide(s) and support van - Special events and private tours - Use of a customized hybrid or racing bike with drop bars, equipped with handlebar bag and helmet - Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle - Baggage transportation - Transportation from rendezvous to drop off - Gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service  Pricing starts at $5,495 per person and includes the use of an e-bike for when you get tired and need to take it easy. To find out more and learn about other cycling and wine adventures, [click here](http://www.virtuoso.com/campaign/SingleSupplierLanding/365167_B-R?advisorID=15160432&agencyID=1987&utm_source=WhatCountsEmail&utm_medium=AGT/STF_US/CAN_20151110.txt%20Exclude%20Cruise%20Specialists%20%20%20%20Laura%20Sport%20Exclude%20Cruise%20Specialists%20%20%20%20Laura%20Sport&utm_campaign=365167_ButterfieldRobinson_120315(AGT/STF)) or request a travel consultation. [![Request a Luxury Travel Consultation!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/423742/1b3e3c57-13e5-4cfc-b730-267d4bf28816.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/423742/1b3e3c57-13e5-4cfc-b730-267d4bf28816) Topics: [Spain](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/spain), [Wine](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/wine), [Wine Travel Ideas](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/wine-travel-ideas) Search this site on Google Search Google ### Recent Posts ### CATEGORIES - [vacation (59)](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/vacation) - [holiday (52)](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/holiday) - [travel destinations (36)](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/travel-destinations) - [Luxury Travel (35)](https://info.rouxluxurytravel.com/luxurytravel/topic/luxury-travel) ### Subscribe to Our Blog ### ABOUT US At Roux Luxury Travel, we help our clients create unforgettable journeys through the most beautiful and interesting regions of the world. Our affiliation with Virtuoso, an invitation-only network of the world's best travel advisors, allows us to offer you experiences that you won't find anywhere else. Roux Luxury Travel is an independent affiliate of Largay Travel, Member of Virtuoso. ### QUICK LINKS - Join One of Our Groups - [Request a Travel Consultation](https://meetme.so/RouxLuxuryTravel) - Our Video Gallery ### RECENT POSTS ### Subscribe to Email Updates Copyright © 2016 Roux Luxury Travel Digital Marketing & Website by [Pepper Inbound Marketing](http://www.pepperinboundmarketing.com/).