From Barcelona: Aromas of Priorat and Beyond 8 Day Food and Wine Tour
Group 1+
What you'll do
Indulge in the wines of Priorat and the surrounding wine region of South Catalonia visiting numerous vineyards and estates. The 8-day tour is based at accommodation in La Ribera near Barcelona, visiting the likes of Ilercavoni, Terra Alta, Priorat and Les Garrigues. As well as local family-run wineries, the tour includes Clos Pons winery and the Tarragona wine region. 7 nights’ bed and breakfast is included, along with a lunch and picnic as mentioned in the itinerary.
Highlights
- Accommodation: Relax at the end of each day with 7 nights’ bed and breakfast
- La Ribera Wineries: 3 days exploring the wineries in La Ribera
- Neighbouring Wineries: 3 days at wineries within the surrounding region
- Wine tasting: Sample wines from 5 different denominations and olive oils from 3
Itinerary
- 1Duration: 8 Days
- 2Group Size: Small group tour
- 3Start Time: TBC
- 4Meeting Point: Arrival at Móra d’Ebre. Accommodation in Hotel La Creu / 7 de Ribera
- 5Day 1: Arrival on day 1 allows guests to settle into their hotel.
- 6Day 2: Aromas of the South - The first full-day wine tasting takes place at the foot of the Cardó hills in the Tarragona wine region, featuring wine, olive oil and a glass of Cava next to the river Ebre.
- 7Day 3: Aromas of Ilvercavoni - Just on the edge of the Priorat wine region, visit family-run wineries included in the DO Montsant denomination of Ilvercavoni.
- 8Day 4: Aromas of Terra Alta - Grapes used here include the white Garnatxa (grenache) variety, not only that but Terra Alta is responsible for a 3rd of the world's grenache vineyards! Lunch is also served in the area, along with a chance to visit where local vermouth is produced.
- 9Day 5: Aromas of Priorat - It may be a small wine region, but it is famous worldwide! Here you can taste why Priorat wines are so popular, as part of a tour at a "Cathedral of wine" and a long-running family winery.
- 10Day 6: Aromas of Les Garrigues - The morning takes place at Clos Pons winery, exploring the facilities. This is followed by a picnic lunch in Pobla de Cèrvoles, paired with wine-tasting and olive oil.
- 11Day 7: Aromas of the North: Food and wine tour just North of La Ribera, featuring a selection of locally produced products as you sample the delights next to the river with those who made them.
- 12Day 8: End of tour
What's Included
- Accommodation - 7 nights’ bed and breakfast
- Transport and guide when required
- Information for any self-guided activities
- Entrance to the wineries and olive oil mills etc
- Wine tasting and lunch per the itinerary
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Guided tours of the monuments and historical sites
- Additional food and drink not mentioned in the itinerary
Meeting Points
Móra d’Ebre - accommodation in Hotel La Creu / 7 de Ribera.
Exact times for day 1 to be advised upon booking confirmation.
Notes
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available
- Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking
- We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
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Cancellation policy
No refund is possible if you cancel.
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