AN EXCLUSIVE JOURNEY
SPAIN
October 12 – 20, 2018 | Sold Out
8-24 9 / 8 21 GUESTS DAYS / NIGHTS MEALS
Please join Brooks Wine on an exciting expedition for patrons of our wine club. We are exploring Northwestern Spain for nine days in October 2018. This will be an exciting time visiting wineries in the Ribera del Duero and Toro regions, discovering art, and tasting incredible food along the way. Come along and learn about the history and culture of this ancient region.
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 1 FRI, OCT 12 DAY 1 MADRID Land at the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport this morning, and meet your Travel Director. Take a private transfer to the Ribera del Duero area, your home for the next seven nights. QUINTANILLA DE ONÉSIMO Continue on to the Ribera del Duero wine region and check in to our hotel, a centuries old, restored water mill. Come together to enjoy a special welcome dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, featuring a wide range of wines from Castilla y León.
Lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
SAT, OCT 13 DAY 2 MEDINA DEL CAMPO Stop at Campoveja Queseria, a cheese shop located in the heart of Castilla y León. Tour the facility, learn about their cheesemaking process, and taste five different sheep's milk cheeses. Next, drive to the stunning town of Medina de Campo and view the Castle of La Mota. Learn the history and cultural importance of the castle during a tour. VALLADOLID After, head to a winery in La Seca, a village and appellation of Rueda. Enjoy a tour and tasting before lunch at at winery. Tonight, we'll savor a traditional Spanish dinner at one of our favorite restaurants tonight in Valladolid.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 2 SUN, OCT 14 DAY 3 CIGALES Explore the Cigales D.O. area today, known for producing award-winning rosé and red wines. Head to Sinforiano Winery for a tour and tasting of their premium wines. Next, we’ll feast on lunch in a 13th-century wine cellar. Enjoy traditional dishes from the region, such as delectable Castilian roast lamb. CIGALES After lunch, continue on to the 300-year-old La Legua Winery. Meet the winemaking staff, learn about their cultivation practices, and see the recently built production building and barrel room. This evening we’ll enjoy free time and dinner together in Valladolid.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
MON, OCT 15 DAY 4 VALLADOLID Head to a traditional market in Valladolid to view the local produce and delicacies. We’ll head over to the the international cooking school for a hands-on class. Learn about tapas, or small plates, that are one of Spain’s most famous and traditional foods. Make a lunch out of the tapas created in our class, complemented by Valladolid wines. ÍSCAR Refresh your palette at an amazing microbrewery, La Loca Juana. Head to Iscar Castle, an ancient fort on a hilltop, where this microbrewery is located. Tour the great halls, tower, and fermentation areas. Enjoy a tasting of beers and tapas. Savor a dinner in Sardón de Duero of traditional grilled lamb skewers.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 3 TUE, OCT 16 DAY 5 RIBERA DE DUERO Head to a boutique winery in Peñafiel producing wines from the Tinto Fino, or Tempranillo, varietal. Tour the facility and then taste some of their wines with the owner. After, head to the Pago de Carraovejas Winery for a special tour and tasting. Enjoy lunch at José Maria’s restaurant. PEÑAFIEL Visit the Provincial Wine Museum in the gorgeous Peñafiel Castle. Listen as an expert guide gives an extensive overview of the rich wine-making history of Valladolid. Enjoy dinner at your leisure this evening.
Breakfast, lunch Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
WED, OCT 17 DAY 6 PLAZA MAYOR, SALAMANCA Spend the day in Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the city with an expert guide, passing gorgeous Baroque architecture and historical landmarks like Plaza Mayor, Casa de las Conchas, the old and new cathedral, and Casa Lis. SALAMANCA Delight in a special lunch at the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Salamanca. Experience Chef Victor Gutiérrez’s experimental creations with Peruvian roots. Explore at your own pace this afternoon, then head back to the hotel for dinner at your leisure.
Breakfast, lunch Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 4 THU, OCT 18 DAY 7 TORO Travel to Quinta de la Quietud Winery this morning and learn about their organic farming methods and respect for the environment. Next up, discover the family- owned Teso la Monja Winery with over five generations of grape growing experience in Rioja. View the vineyards spread over the foothills of the Sierra de Cantabria and tour the beautifully designed estate. Lunch is served at the estate. VALLADOLID Back in Valladolid this evening, we’ll discover the city’s tapas scene via a lively tapas crawl through the old quarter. Enjoy the unique tastes of Spain!
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Posada Fuente de la Aceña
FRI, OCT 19 DAY 8 MADRID Check out of the hotel, then take a private transfer to our new hotel in Spain’s lively capital city of Madrid. Take time to walk through the Madrid city center on your own. Perhaps take a walk through Mercado de San Miguel, an open-air market filled with various bars, cellars, tapas stalls, and fresh produce. You are free to enjoy lunch at your leisure. MADRID After soaking up the vibrancy of Madrid come together for a farewell dinner tonight. Celebrate our experiences and newfound appreciation for Spanish wines and culture.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Hotel Catalonia Atocha Madrid
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 5 SAT, OCT 20 DAY 9 MADRID Savor your last breakfast before checking out. Take a private transfer to the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport for flights home, or stay for an optional three-day extension in Madrid. Buen viaje!
Breakfast
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SAT, OCT 20 DAY 9 Explore the city during a morning panoramic tour, visiting some of Madrid’s most important historical sites and enjoy a visit to the Prado Museum with an expert guide. The rest of the afternoon is on your own. Enjoy lunch and dinner at your leisure.
Breakfast Overnight at Hotel Catalonia Atocha Madrid
SUN, OCT 21 DAY 10 The day is on your own to explore this cosmopolitan city at your own pace. Stroll through the historic boulevards and well-manicured parks. Enjoy a laidback dinner at our favorite vinoteca for tapas and regional wine.
Breakfast, dinner Overnight at Hotel Catalonia Atocha Madrid
206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 7 MON, OCT 22 DAY 11 Savor your last breakfast in Spain, and check-out of the hotel. Take a private transfer from your hotel to the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport for flights home. Safe Travels!
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206.905.4260 | [email protected] | https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ | 8 STAY AT... HOTEL POSADA FUENTE DE LA ACENA
Enjoy seven nights in this beautifully-restored flour mill turned boutique hotel. The property features modern design throughout, and the restaurant serves sumptuous traditional dishes with modern interpretations. A bar, terrace, and lounge with fireplace are perfect places to unwind with a glass of wine in hand. Rest in one of the hotels 22 guest rooms, each with its own private balcony overlooking the Douro River.
STAY AT... HOTEL CATALONIA ATOCHA MADRID
Enjoy one night in this modern, boutique hotel located near Prado Museums. Lively tapas bars, architecture, and Madrid nightlife are just steps away from this city center hotel. The hotel features a rooftop terrace with seasonal hot tub, bar, and panoramic views of the city. Rooms are elegantly decorated in neutral colors with wooden floors. Bathrooms feature a large shower. Enjoy two additional nights at this property during the Madrid extension.
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DETAILS
DATES Past Departure: Oct 12 – 20, 2018
FLIGHT INFORMATION If you would like assistance with reserving your flights, please contact us at [email protected].
ACTIVITY LEVEL This trip has been designed to include daily exploratory walks that range from one to three hours. Guests should feel comfortable meandering along cobbled surfaces, walking up and down stairs, and sauntering down uneven nature paths. Typically, our more invigorating walks are included as optional activities. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have questions.
Note: Group maximum is based on double occupancy.
INCLUDED 8 nights accommodations, including all taxes and fees Meals as listed on the itinerary: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners, plus wine pairings with most major meals All private excursions described in the itinerary along with services of local speakers, guides, entrance fees, gratuities, and transportation Full guiding services of a dedicated Experi Travel Director Private airport transfers with porterage on the first and last scheduled days of the program
NOT INCLUDED Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses Air and land transportation to/from host cities All types of personal insurance Personal expenses Additional alcoholic beverages beyond those included with major meals
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DEPOSITS A $1,000 deposit per person reserves your space for this program. Final payments are due no later than 90 days prior to departure. An additional $500 deposit is required for extension reservations.
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