Iberian Gastronomy Delights: 7-Day Food Tour of Spain and Portugal

What to expect on this itinerary
On this 7-day tour of Spain and Portugal, traverse the Iberian Peninsula like a true gourmand and indulge in the finest cuisine that these countries have to offer. From Spain’s remarkable Basque Country to Barcelona’s Mediterranean coast, you can eat and drink your way through Western Europe’s most spectacular destinations. Attend a Fado show that will be accompanied by a traditional Portuguese meal, explore the Douro Wine region with tastings, and explore Basque Country with a pintxos tour.
Customizable Itinerary
Porto – Traditional Fado Show
You will arrive in Porto, where your driver will greet and transfer you to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the Ribeira district. After you have had time to settle in, you will attend a traditional Fado show in the heart of Porto while enjoying a Portuguese meal. As you sit beside your travel companions, the melancholy notes of Fado music will begin to play. After dinner, you will return to your accommodation for the evening.
What's Included:
Porto – Portuguese Cooking Lesson
Porto – The Douro Wine Region
San Sebastian – One of the Top Restaurants in the World
San Sebastian – Pintxos Crawl through the City
Barcelona – Wine Tasting Tour
Barcelona – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Attend a live Fado show that will be accompanied by a gourmet meal and wine pairing
- Uncover the secrets of Portuguese cooking during a private cooking lesson
- Explore the lush Douro wine region and enjoy world-class wine tastings
- Dine at a restaurant that consistently ranks on the list of the world’s best in San Sebastian
- Discover the unique and delicious flavors of Spain’s Basque Country on a guided pintxos tour through San Sebastian
- Sample Spanish tapas at the Mercado de La Boqueria in Barcelona
- Taste jamón ibérico and fine Spanish wine on a sampling tour in Barcelona
Detailed Description
This 7-day tour of Spain and Portugal is a foodie’s dream. From the lush vineyards of Portugal’s Douro Valley to the unique flavors of Spain’s Basque Country, the Iberian Peninsula offers gourmand’s an eclectic blend of modern cuisine and traditional recipes.
Your tour will begin in Porto. Here, you will attend a traditional Fado show that will be accompanied by a gourmet meal and wine pairing. The following day a private cooking lesson will allow you to uncover the secrets of some of Portugal’s traditional delicacies. From Porto, you will enjoy a full-day excursion to the nearby Douro Valley, which is one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world before flying to Spain’s Basque Country.
In San Sebastian, you can dine at one of the world’s best restaurants and delight in traditional Basque cuisine. You will also enjoy a leisurely trek to a nearby village, where you can indulge in a world-class pintxos tour through San Sebastian. In Barcelona, you will explore the city’s most illustrious sites, such as Park Guell, La Sagrada Familia, and the Mercado de La Boqueria.
Starting Price
$2,800 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
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
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Oh my goodness, everything was so well done! There was not one moment of uncertainty. From the moment we landed off the plane, our very helpful, friendly driver/guide was there to assist. We had a total of three tour guides all week and each one of them was professional, friendly and fun! They were incredibly knowledgeable as they shared their true love for their country. The tours were well planned, thought out, and executed. We never felt scattered. We felt relaxed and knew we were in very capable hands.
The accommodations were perfectly located, close to everything, but not in the middle of it. We could not be more pleased with literally everything. Well done!!!
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Our trip exceeded our expectations! Zicasso’s travel agent really listened to what we were interested in seeing and doing. He put together a great itinerary, with a balance of guided/planned activities and unscheduled time because we like to explore on our own sometimes.
All of the hotels were beautiful, ideally located, and had attentive staff.
Whenever we had a question or concern before or during the trip, our travel specialist was very responsive and helpful. It was our first visit to Spain and thanks to the travel company, it was stress-free and wonderful. We highly recommend!
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Our trip was phenomenal, mostly because of our outstanding agent. She planned an itinerary that was perfect for our needs and she was able to manage a couple of minor glitches through her well-developed and user-friendly app. We had lovely hotels, punctual, friendly, and safe drivers, train tickets at our fingertips, and just about everything we needed.
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We had an excellent experience before and during the trip. Guides were informative and hotels were in great locations to the sites we wanted to see. Travel was well outlined and transfers were smooth. The cooking class was great. We would recommend Zicasso's travel company.
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