Things to do in Province of Valladolid, Castile and Leon: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

During this experience we will visit two unique ecological wineries with their own vineyards, wine-making facilities and maturation chambers. The first is a complex of historical buildings built and restored between the 15th and 18th centuries in a secluded countryside area amidst some 140 hectares of vines. The second winery has a rustic setting and features a tour of 17th century 12 metre deep subterranean passages where the wine matures in oak barrels. Guests have the opportunity to walk among the vines and learn in detail how grapes are grown and harvested, how the wines are made and what makes the terroir and produce of this region unique. Our experience is very personal and groups are very small (maximum of 6 guests) and the emphasis is at all times in immersing guests in the authentic local traditions and providing an insight not only into the history of the region but a glimpse of the lives of the local people committed to viniculture in this ancient land of wine elaboration.

Inclusions: Tutored tastings of the ecological wines produced at both vineyards we visit is included and local wine is also served with lunch, A three-course traditional Castilian lunch is served during the tour, typically including charcoal-grilled pork, steak or chicken, or fish paired with white wine followed by dessert and tea or coffee, A selection of artisan cheese and cured ham is served during the wine-tasting sessions, Mineral water is provided for each guest during the journey to the vineyards, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Discover the prestigious wine region of Ribera del Duero from Madrid. Depart Madrid in the morning and after about two hours of you will reach the first winery in Ribera del Duero. Next visit the premises to learn the process of winemaking in this part of Spain. After a commented wine tasting, It is time to continue exploring the cellars of this land with the visit of the second winery, then, it is free time for a traditional lunch with more wines of Ribera. After lunch, visit a third winery, making different style wines and of course, taste them. And a last stop at the picturesque city of Segovia to have a scenic visit with free time before departing to Madrid. 10 hours to discover Ribera del Duero.  The tour for a true wine lover.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Three winery visits, Wine tasting (Minimum of two wines on each winery), Local bilingual expert guide (Bilingual tour if necessary), Segovia scenic visit with free time, Transport by air-conditioned van or coach, Snacks (at the wineries)

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

We will visit the Royal Palace, a huge building is located in front of the church of San Pablo. Then we will go to Segovia, where we will visit a Roman architectural work the Roman Aqueduct, located in the center of the city; Its construction was to send water from the Sierra de Guadarrama to the city of Segovia. We will follow the route to see the Lady of the Cathedrals, built between the XVI and XVIII centuries.  We continue to the Mirador de la Canaleja. From the Mirador de la Canaleja we can see the mountain of the Dead Woman and the neighborhood of San Millán. We will finish the tour with a visit to El Alcazar castle

Inclusions: Private transportation, Visit to the Plaza de San Pablo, Visit to the Royal Palace, Visit to the Roman Aqueduct, Guide throughout the tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Snacks

Fascinating Tour of Rivera del Duero, getting to know the process of its wine, its history in the wine museum and enjoying a series of tastings that will leave you wanting to repeat it.

Inclusions:  Visit Peñafiel Castle and Wine Museum,  Visit and tasting Bodega Protos,  Visit and tasting Bodega Portia,  Train AVE Madrid - Valladolid / Valladolid - Madrid, Guide throughout the tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Snacks, Lunch

We will visit the Plaza de San Pablo, one of the best known squares in Valladolid. Its name is from the church of San Pablo, it is believed that its construction was between the years 1445 and 1468. Then we will go to Ribera del Duro, when we arrive we will visit Curiel Castle which stands on a rocky hill, at the highest point in the province of Valladolid, which watches over the Douro Valley and, at the foot of the hill, the town that gives its name to the castle. The castle stands on a hill next to the Horcajo stream, which discharges into the Douro. We will finish the tour with a visit to the Protos Winery, carried out by Rogers Stirk Harbor + Partners, it is an industrial project where the winemaking process is seen, from the grape harvest to the bottling of the wines. Most of the internal space of the winery is underground, here the thermal mass of the soil is used to keep the wine fresh.

Inclusions: Private transportation,  Visit to the Royal Palace, Visit to the Curiel Castle, Visit and tasting at the Protos Winery, Guide throughout the tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Snacks, Lunch