Welcome to The Wine Flyer Avios Experience
A first of its kind experience brought to you by The Wine Flyer and Avios
Welcome to The Wine Flyer Avios Experience
A first of its kind experience brought to you by The Wine Flyer and Avios
A unique opportunity brought to you by The Wine Flyer and Avios: The Wine Flyer Avios Experience.
Join us for a unique weekend getaway travelling on an exclusive British Airways flight from London City to San Sebastián, Spain, from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th May 2025.
Enjoy wine tastings paired with incredible local cuisine, truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Your experience includes
Flights
An exclusive British Airways flight from London City to San Sebastián, departing at 11:00am on Friday 16th May, with the return flight leaving at 16:00pm on Sunday 18th May, with special hospitality along the way.
Welcome Dinner
A specially curated, relaxed dinner at the iconic ‘Tabakalera' building on the day of arrival, showcasing the culinary delights of San Sebastián paired with delicious regional wines. The dress code is smart-casual attire.
La Rioja Wine Experience
Journey through two wineries, Sierra Cantabria and Bodegas Campillo, for a carefully tailored itinerary that will see you immersed in local viticulture, with the opportunity to sample some of the wines as well as local cuisine.
A closer look at the weekend's itinerary...
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Friday 16th May 2025:
- Flight BA7031 from London City to San Sebastián departs at 11:00am, with an estimated arrival in San Sebastián around 13:55pm local time (flight time 1h 55mins), with a light meal during the flight. Check in is open from 09:00am.
- We will be providing an optional free airport transfer from San Sebastián airport to Hotel Maria Cristina, and nearby, in order to help guests reach their hotels easier, before regrouping for dinner.
- Friday night dinner at Restaurant LABe - 5th-floor rooftop at the iconic Tabakalera building. The dinner begins at 19:30pm, and ends at 22:30pm. The evening will be centered around traditional Basque Cuisine, alongside gourmet delights with a modern twist. The dress code for the evening is smart-casual attire.
Saturday 17th May 2025:
- Full wine experience - Begin the day by meeting at Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastián at 08:00am as you are seamlessly transited to two outstanding wine producers at their vineyards in Rioja, learning first-hand about wine production and winemaking.
- In the morning, you will travel to the first winery, arriving at 10:45am, where you can enjoy one of the most renowned wineries in the region, walk around their fields and cellars, and have lunch and a taste of their produce.
- Later in the afternoon, you will be transported to the second winery, immersed in one of the most iconic cellars in the region with stunning views of vineyards and medieval towns on sight. We will have the opportunity to taste some of the fantastic produce from this winery.
- At 22:30pm, you will arrive back at the central meeting point - Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastián.
Sunday 18th May 2025:
- Enjoy a relaxed morning at your leisure, exploring the wonders of San Sebastián old town, the beautiful beaches and why not enjoy extraordinary culinary offer this city has to offer?
- Return transportation departs from Hotel Maria Cristina—San Sebastián, at 13:00pm for San Sebastián Airport. Check-in desks open at 14:00pm.
- Flight BA7032 from San Sebastián London City to departs at 16:00pm with an estimated arrival in London City Airport around 16:55pm local time (flight time 1h 55mins).
Useful links:
- Dinner venue:
Restaurant LABe - 5th floor roof top
Address:
Tabakalera,
Pl. de las Cigarreras,
1, Piso 5,
20012 Donostia-San Sebastian
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Meeting point:
Hotel Maria Cristina
Address:
República Argentina K.,
4, 20004 Donostia,
Gipuzkoa, Spain
What's not included:
- Accommodation in San Sebastián
- Transportation not specified in the experience
- Any other meals and events not specified in the experience
Your trip to the Basque Country is closer than you think!
Accomodation
Don't delay in booking your accomodation, so you can get the best deals in San Sebastián! We've put together a list of suggested hotels, all bookable from the British Airways Rewards website with Avios.
FAQs
What’s included in the flight experience?
- Economy seats from London City Airport to San Sebastián airport and back
- 20KG checked bag + 10KG hand luggage
- Drinks and snacks on the flight
Does the experience include insurance?
The experience will offer ATOL protection. Any additional insurance to be arranged separately by the participants.
Are there age restrictions to participate in the experience?
Participants must be 18 and over to be able to take part in The Wine Flyer Avios experience
What is the itinerary for the weekend?
Friday 16th May
09:00 AM: Meet at London City Airport to take our exclusive flight to San Sebastián
Afternoon spent at your own leisure in San Sebastián
7:00 PM: Welcome dinner
Saturday 17th May
8:00 AM: Guests to meet-up at agreed meeting point in San Sebastián (meeting point to be announced in 2025)
Travel to Rioja region for vineyards visit - transport is provided
Rest of the day spent visiting 2 vineyards where food and drinks will be provided
(Approximately) 9:00 PM Return to San Sebastián meeting point - transport is provided
Sunday 18th May
Morning spent at your own leisure
2:00 PM meeting at San Sebastián airport for departure on our flight back to London City Airport
Is transportation provided to the vineyard/airport?
Transportation will be provided from the meeting point in San Sebastián to the vineyard and back. All other transportation to be arranged separately by the participants.
Are meals included in the experience?
Welcome dinner on Friday 16th May and lunch and dinner on Saturday 17th May will be provided.
What should I wear for the vineyard tour?
Appropriate attire that allows you to fully enjoy the experience. We encourage the use of flat sole shoes due to significant amount of walking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Bookings can be cancelled up to 60 days prior to take-off, for a full Avios refund. The cash value of £25 will be retained in the event of cancellation. Within 60 days of departure the experience is non-refundable.
What additional costs should I prepare for?
- Transport to and from the airports and additional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation
- Travel Insurance
- Personal purchases
- Any additional meals, refreshments and activities
Is there a contact for more information?
For more information, please contact us at experience@thewineflyer.co.uk