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A Taste of Northern Spain: Food & Wine Discovery

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Itinerary Highlights

- Explore San Sebastian & Bilbao in Spain’s Basque Country.
- Savor Rioja & Ribera del Duero wineries + medieval villages.
- Stand in awe of Barcelona’s architecture like Sagrada Familia.
- Experience vetted restaurants, food markets & pintxos / tapas.
- Options for cooking with a chef, special diets, shipping wine to USA.
- Your private trip is tailored from €11,384 pp. Request a custom quote.

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Itinerary

Day One

Beguiling Barcelona

Your licensed professional driver and deluxe vehicle will be waiting for you at the Barcelona-El Prat international airport a comfortable, private airport transfer. Enjoy a relaxing arrival to your deluxe central hotel in one of the best areas of Barcelona. A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip. For your added comfort, an English-speaking assistant will connect with you to walk you through your welcome documents and assist with anything, if required. We have reserved a table for you at a vetted local restaurant where you may enjoy a meal at your leisure.

Day Two

Old Barcelona & Sagrada Familia

After breakfast, meet our licensed guide for a magical private tour of Barcelona's historic Gothic Quarter including a Roman temple and towers from the 4th century adjacent to the medieval Cathedral. Nearby is Casa de l'Ardiaca, a 15th century bishop's palace. Explore cobblestone lanes to the medieval Jewish quarter near the postcard-pretty Plaça de Sant Jaume. Perhaps take in the simple yet majestic 14th-century Santa Maria del Mar church that was financed and built by Barcelona's medieval merchants and sailors. Finally see the star attraction by Catalan master architect Antoni Gaudí... a one-of-a-kind basilica the Sagrada Familia with 17 ornate towers. Skip the lines with your guide to see the spectacularly detailed vaulted interior ceilings.

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Day Three

Bilbao: Tradition + Avant-Garde Architecture

After a short flight arrive to beautiful Bilbao in Spain's legendary Basque Country. This area has such a food culture that instead of joining golf or tennis clubs, one tradition is to join cooking clubs! Today with our licensed local guide, you'll discover Bilbao's historic charms, traditions and the iconic titanium Guggenheim Museum. It was designed by architect Frank Gehry who saw it as a rejection of postmodernism's decoration. It may appear to be a ship at dock, while its shimmering titanium skin evokes the scales of a fish. Also you'll note the contrast exploring the narrow streets of the historic Old Town, full of charm and traditional shops. Finally savor the delicious Basque cuisine in lively pintxos / tapas and wine bars.

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Day Four

Savory San Sebastian

San Sebastián is one of the food capitals of the world and has more Michelin stars than ever. Discover the elegant La Concha beach, explore the Old Town, and marvel at the Peine del Viento sculpture. Enjoy exquisite pintxos, gourmet cheeses like Idiazábal and other unique flavors... If available and by invitation only, you might enjoy an exclusive meal in a private Basque cooking club for a memorable diining and good cheer. Please request this ASAP if desired.

Day Five

San Sebastian: Design Your Day ®

Design your perfect day in San Sebastián: enjoy this gorgeous, historic beach town at leisure like a local with our vetted recommendations including local markets, pintxos/tapas and perhaps a Michelin starred dinner reservations. Or choose to venture out with a premium private guided excursion with driver-guide. Options include visiting charming coastal fishing villages or authentic Basque wineries producing txacolí wine. Alternatively opt to burn some calories walking scenic coastal trails before a tradional coastal restaurant meal with fresh seafood perfectly paired with local wines. Please discuss preferences with your travel planner.

Day Six

La Rioja: Top Spanish Wine Region + Fine Food

La Rioja, one of Europe's top winemaking regions. Enjoy guided visits & tastings in unique wineries, where you'll uncover the secrets of La Rioja Spanish wine production with Tempranillo grapes. Immerse yourself in picturesque landscapes and delight in the aromas and flavors of La Rioja's wines. An unparalleled experience for wine enthusiasts awaits in La Rioja.

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Day Seven

Medieval Wine Towns of La Rioja + Architecture

Explore a favorite captivating medieval village of La Rioja. Take a stroll through ancient walled towns, where hidden wine cellars safeguarded treasures from Napoleon. Discover world-class wineries, architectural masterpieces designed by Santiago Calatrava and Zaha Hadid, alongside historic wine cellars. Alternatively, by prior request we can arrange a guided hike in the countryside walk in the natural beauty of the rolling Rioja vineyards.

Day Eight

Ribera del Duero: Old Traditions + New Favorites

Experience the authentic wine world of Ribera del Duero including historic Peñafiel, with its iconic castle and centuries-old wineries. Stroll through the vast vineyards and marvel at the beauty of the landscapes. Indulge in award-winning wines and delve into the tradition and art of winemaking. . Ribera del Duero awaits you for an unforgettable oenological and culinary journey.

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Day Nine

Medieval Segovia to the Spanish Versailles

From Segovia's iconic Roman Aqueduct to the towering fairy tale castle, Romanesque churches, synagogues, and Renaissance palaces. Indulge in the legendary cochinillo asado and time permitting discover the "Spanish Versailles" "La Granja de San Ildefonso palace" that it not far away. Finally your driver will take you south your select deluxe hotel in central Madrid. We can arrange for a dinner reservation with or without a live Flamenco show with guitar, song & dance, your call.

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Day Ten

Adíos Amigos! - Madrid Airport VIP Transfer

Adíos Amigos! - Madrid Airport VIP Transfer --Alternatively we can customize this trip to finish in Barcelona. We look forward to seeing you again for southern Spain's exotic and tapas-filled Andalucia region!

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