Spotlights of Northern Spain: Catalonia to Basque Country in 11 Days
This northern Spain road trip spans Catalonia, Aragón, Navarre, and Basque Country, showcasing Spain's dramatic landscapes, warm culture, and infectious spirit in 11 days.
Spain
11 days / 10 nights
$5,900 /person
$5,900 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Walking in the footsteps of Antoni Gaudí's colorful legacy on a Barcelona architecture crawl
E-biking and birdwatching through the Ebro Delta's preserved and pristine estuaries
Riding an exhilarating 4x4 or buggy through the mystical desert terrain of Bardenas Reales
Canyoning and abseiling on a guided River Vero Canyon adventure
Pairing your heart's content of pintxos with Txakoli wine for a traditional night in Basque Country
¡Bienvenido a España!
Ebro Delta Via Beaches, Birds, and Boats
Priorat's Monastic History and Magnificent Wines
Alquézar's Arab Kingdom of Aragon
Canyon River Adventures and Olive Oil Traditions
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Road to Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park
Monastery of San Juan de la Peña and Navarra's Ancient Kingdom
Olite and the Desert Badlands of Bardenas Reales
Pamplona and Ongi Etorri to San Sebastián!
The Basque Coast and Bilbao's Architectural Artistry
¡Hasta la Próxima Vez!
Priorat's Monastic History and Magnificent Wines
Overview
From the Ebro Delta to wine country, today's road trip will be a fun one. This morning, check out of your hotel and drive to Spain's Priorat region, known for its legendary wines and rugged, wild landscapes. The drive to Priorat takes around two hours or less, but you'll stop about midway at the Cartuja de Escaladei: a monastery that doubles as the historic cradle of Priorat, where Carthusian monks first introduced viticulture to the area. Here you will participate in a one-of-a-kind virtual reality experience. Continue onward to the village of Siurana, perched on an impressive cliff, and take time to stroll and perhaps enjoy lunch in tandem with the views. Make sure to save room for wine, as the afternoon leads you to the prestigious Domenech Family Winery (or similar), where you'll partake in a guided wine tasting with the on-site expert. During this experience, you'll uncover the unique grape culture and winemaking processes of this famous region. After the wine visit, you'll continue to your final destination. Check in at the exclusive Palauet del Priorat (or similar), an elegant manor house. You're on your own for the rest of tonight, so you're free to savor dinner, a glass of wine, and a good night's sleep however you see fit. (Breakfast)
Highlights
Priorat Region Wine Tasting
Dotted with rugged mountains and local, family-run wineries, Priorat is both wild and sweet, straddling the magical line between extremes. As you venture into this unchartered territory of terroir today, you'll encounter a tough land, where bare rock is the predominant element. Achieving agricultural yield from this harsh environment is no easy feat, but Priorat has never been one to shy away from a challenge. To truly savor the unique beauty of this region, you'll enjoy a guided wine tasting, trying the land's signature drink.
Cartuja de Escaladei
First on the day's docket, you'll stop at this historic monastery founded by French monks. Cartuja de Escaladei is more than a site of spiritual significance, however, as the monastery's ruins are also among the most beautiful vantage points in the entire area. Located at the base of the Monstant mountains, the monastery now invites visitors to explore the site's cloisters, church, and refectory, walking in the footsteps of monks and learning about the past's most fascinating details — and their overlap with wine history. The day's visit also includes "Els Ulls de la Història" (The Eyes of History), a unique virtual reality experience in which you'll examine the past through the lens of a monk.
Accommodations
El Palauet del Priorat (or similar)
El Palauet del Priorat opens into an oasis, inviting guests inside a 130-year-old home. This small, boutique hotel consists of no more than five suites and two double rooms, and thereby runs with all the details; every room's individual charm and personality creates a harmonious Tarragona base, with both rest and pleasure among the property's priorities. With so much attention to the details, El Palauet del Priorat never strays from splendid decor, noble designs, and Montsant's majestic landscapes.
Location:
Calle Eres 9, 43360, Cornudella de Montsant (Tarragona)
Phone:
+34670961464
Transportation
The direct drive between your hotels takes a little under two hours.
Ebro Delta
Tarragona, El Palauet del Priorat (or similar)
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Roadbook with local tips and expert recommendations
- 24/7 on-the-ground support
- On-trip concierge service
- Personalized trip crafting
- Accommodations for 10 nights, with daily breakfast included
- All activities, site entrance fees, and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- All guided tours and experiences mentioned in the itinerary
- Car rental for 11 days
- One lunch (on Day 2), one picnic lunch (Day 5), and one dinner (Day 9), as mentioned in the itinerary
Not included in the final price
- International arrival and departure flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not included or listed as optional in the itinerary
- Optional Smugglers Route in Navarra
- Optional extra night in Barcelona