Passionate chefs. Vintage wines. Fresh, exotic, traditional foods. Share “Europe’s great undiscovered culinary destination” in this tour of Northern Spain. Discover a new cuisine!
We meet in Bilbao, then travel the short distance to the picturesque town of Laguardia. From this scenic base, we visit the Rioja Wine Museum in Haro, lunch in a wood-beamed 17th-century wine bodega, visit a private bodega for sampling, and visit the newly constructed Bodega of Marques de Riscal designed by Frank Gehry. |
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Next, we enjoy a drive through Navarre — crossing the paths of pilgrims bound for Santiago — while en route to enchanting San Sebastián, a famous beach resort and world-renowned food capital. Along the way, we visit a 15th-century bodega of the famous Chivite family, Shop at La Brecha market, dine at the world-famous Arzak, and enjoy a private, invitation-only gastronomy society dining event.
Guernica is famous for its “Tree of Guernica,” the Basque symbol for heritage, law and freedom. We travel along the coast, stopping along the way to view the sculptural monuments by Henry Moore and Eduardo Chillida in Guernica. We’ll shop at Bakio, known for its delicious red peppers and fruity young wine called Txakoli, visit a Txakoli bodega, shop at the Riverside Market, and indulge in a fabulous and memorable farewell banquet at Zortziko. Before our meal, Chef Daniel Garcia, who is famous for combining classical dishes and innovative touches, will host a private cooking demonstration as a grand culinary finale.
We also explore the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The physical structure itself is an artistic wonder, not to mention the impressive collection of modern art we find inside.
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- Knowledgeable, regional, English-speaking guides
- Transportation throughout itinerary
- 7 nights accommodation in four- and five- star hotels
- All taxes and services for included items
- Breakfast daily at your hotel
- All entry and admissions for visits listed in itinerary
- 7 regional specialty gourmet dinning experiences
- Cooking demonstration in San Sebastian
- Walking tours of Laguardia, San Sebastian and Bilboa
- Vineyard and winery visits in La Rioja and Bakio
Pick up and return to Bilbao Airport |
2008 Tour Dates:
June 14 - 21, 2008
September 18 - 25, 2008
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Land Cost:
Guaranteed departure*
*With a minimum group of 4 people.
Cost: 3495 Euros
Single supplement: 410 Euros
Tour participants must purchase round-trip air to and from Bilbao.
Hotels:
2 nights:
Hotel Villa de Laguardia in the heart and soul of La Rioja
3 nights:
Hotel Londres in San Sebastián, located right on the beach, in the center of town
2 nights:
Hotel Carlton in Bilbao — Beaux arts splendor within walking distance of the Guggenheim
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For detailed itinerary and General Inclusions, deposits and final payment information email: Journeys@epicopia.com
or call 972.771.3510 or 877.661.3844. |
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