Wine Delights Tour of Spain and Portugal

Vineyards in Douro Valley, Portugal

What to expect on this itinerary

Bask in splendid flavors during this ultimate 12-day wine tour of Portugal and Spain. Experience the genuine traditions and authentic history of winemaking around the Iberian Peninsula while traveling from Porto to Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian. Sample remarkable wines, taste delicious cuisine, and delight in the diverse customs of the regional culture that embody the distinctive charms of the countries’ layered heritage.

Countries Visited

Portugal, Spain

Places Visited

Porto, Douro Valley, Ribeira Sacra, San Sebastian, Barcelona, Orense, Santiago de Compostela, Bilbao, La Rioja, Penedes

Suggested Duration

12 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Porto - Arrive in the World Heritage City of Porto

Porto has a sense of history and modernity alike at the edge of the Douro River. The charismatic city will captivate you with delicious cuisine and rich wine. The nuances of local life revolve around the distinctive neighborhoods that possess vibrant street art, stamp on the skyline with bell towers and beaux-arts facades, or fill with the aromas of spices. Land at Porto’s international airport and be greeted by a private driver that will transfer you into the city. You will have the remainder of the day to relax, where you can find Sao Bento and the 20,000 tiles decorating the walls.

What's Included:

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Day 2

Porto - Enjoy a Private Tour of Porto

Day 3

Douro Valley - Discover the Douro Valley

Day 4

Ribeira Sacra - Venture to Ribeira Sacra

Day 5

Ribeira Sacra - Enjoy a Wine Experience in Ribeira Sacra

Day 6

Santiago de Compostela - Enjoy Santiago de Compostela

Day 7

San Sebastian - Fly to Bilbao and Visit the Guggenheim

Day 8

San Sebastian - Delight in a Day Trip to La Rioja

Day 9

San Sebastian - Pintxos of San Sebastian

Day 10

Barcelona - Revel in a Barcelona and Wine Experience

Day 11

Barcelona - Explore the Penedes

Day 12

Barcelona - Depart for Home

Trip Highlights

  • Savor the sensational wines of the Penedes wine region with a private wine tour of two historic vineyards known for producing distinctive cava
  • Explore the historic districts of Porto in Portugal for insight into the intense winemaking history of the region showcased in a private cellar where you can sample delicious Port
  • Delight in the marvelous flavors of San Sebastian’s celebrated gastronomy with a private food tour of the Basque region’s unique pintxos
  • Revel in the remarkable but often overlooked wines of the Galicia region with a wine tour of the Ribeira Sacra, a winegrowing region on the banks of the Sacred River
  • Discover the diverse flavors, textures, and aromas of wines grown in the micro-climates of Portugal’s famous Douro Valley
  • Enjoy the point at which wine, food, and art converge when in Barcelona to find architectural and cultural highlights within the city when guided by a wine expert
  • Experience the beauty and traditions of Bilbao’s commitment to the arts with a private tour of the Guggenheim Museum
  • Witness Santiago de Compostela’s majesty, where locals showcase their connection to wine and food amid the layers of historical architecture and pilgrimage sites

Starting Price

$11,400 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What’s Included:

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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