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Traditional Food and Wine Small Group Tour from Barcelona

10 hours
Barcelona, Spain

About this activity

After pickup from a centrally located spot in Barcelona, relax in an air-conditioned minivan, and drive deep into the heart of the Catalonian countryside. Admire the dramatic peak of Montserrat mountain as you approach a beautifully restored medieval farmhouse in a quaint village famed for its cheese-making prowess.  Disembark to sample locally made cheese and wine while gazing at the picturesque scenery, and then continue to the former Benedictine monastery of Santa Cecília to delve into the rich culinary heritage of the region. Capture photographs of the grand Romanesque architecture, and savor appetizing treats like peaches, honey, almonds, and home-cured meats as your guide elaborates on local gastronomic traditions.  Absorb more picturesque panoramas as you travel to the south face of Montserrat to discover an entirely different climate and landscape. Stroll through groves of olive trees, and arrive at a 16th-century farmhouse to enrich your knowledge of olive oil pressing during a tour of the olive mill and its medieval water tanks.  Feast on a traditional Catalan lunch made using locally grown produce (upgrade to a Sunday tour to enjoy local Catalan dishes), and then head into the heart of the Penedés, a verdant winemaking region renowned for its top-quality cava. Take an informative tour of a local winery’s subterranean cellars and barreling room, and then conclude with a tasting session featuring four different varieties of cava and wine.  Sit comfortable in your spacious vehicle during the return journey to Barcelona, where the tour concludes.

Full description

Discover the flavors of Catalan food and wine on this small-group day trip from Barcelona. Sample cheese and wine in a beautiful medieval farmhouse overlooking the mountain of Montserrat; visit a former Benedictine monastery to sample local delicacies like home-cured meats; and taste different types of olive oil at another medieval farmhouse. Enjoy a traditional Catalan lunch at the farm's restaurant, and end your day trip with a guided tour of a winery, where you will enjoy cava and wine tastings. On this small-group tour, you will receive personalized attention from your tour guide.

Included / Excluded

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Winery tour with 3/4 wine tastings
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

C/ Palau de la Música, 1, 08003 Barcelona, Spain All of our tours meet at our Explore Catalunya office, which is directly across from the outside cafe area of the Palau de la Musica. We advise that you arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts. <br>Plaça de Catalunya, 08002 Barcelona, Spain Depending on the size of the tour and traffic restrictions on the day, your tour will finish back at the office or at Placa Catalunya, which is just an easy 3-5 minute walk from our office.

Important information

Know before you book

  • Duration: 10h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Additional information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Minimum age for wine tasting is 18 years
Products you taste are subject to change depending on the season
This tour operates only in English
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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