Walking Tours in spain

*  Superbly varied hotels: a restored **** monastery, a luxury country home, an aristocratic riverside hotel

*  Dozens of castles, churches and chapels steeped in history

*  Untouched walking country; stunning views

*  Griffon vultures, golden eagles, wild flowers and butterflies

The Upper Riopja (La Rioja Alta) makes first class walking country for people who enjoy long-ranging views without too much effort! The countryside here is unspoiled, little known and offers a glorious mix: hidden villages, farming hamlets, deep green vineyards, rolling hills and limestone peaks.

Your route starts, and ends, in ancient Haro, one of the most attractive wine towns in the region, with its flamboyant gothic church, elegant neo-classical houses and delightful old quarter: La Herradura (the horseshoe) of tapas bars, wine cellars and age-old
bodegas are renowned throughout Spain!

With the towering peaks of the majestic Sierra de Cantabria behind, you first head east, following the gentle course of the River Ebro through sleepy villages and onto the historic riverside town of Briñas - there’s even a  bodega under the church! You then plunge deep into the vineyards as you head out across the valley for your next two nights in Abalos.

The walking throughout is mainly on quiet country lanes and along pretty farm tracks, often via neatly groomed vineyards. There are countless opportunities to taste wines en route - and don’t forget we’ll collect your purchases for you.

You stay in some of La Rioja’s finest hotels too including a spectacular 13C converted convent and José Luis’ luxury Casa Rural in Abalos - superb views and delicious food.