- Wine Tour Destinations
| Region: | Barcelona, Priorat and Penedès |
|---|---|
| Type of Tour: | Wine & Beyond |
| Duration: | 5 Days |
| Guide Price: | From £3848 to £4398 per person |
| Number of Meals: | 4 breakfasts, 1 food tour, 2 lunches + 1 dinner |
| Number of Winery Visits: | 3 wineries |
| Number of Wines Tasted: | Approximately 15 |
| Tour Transport: | Two full-day private transported tours, including transfer from Barcelona to Penedès, and 2 return transfers from hotel to city centre |
| Dates / Availability: | Available mid-week and weekends throughout the year |
Set in Catalonia, this journey combines Barcelona’s world-famous architecture with the vineyard landscapes of Penedès. Time in the city is spent exploring the iconic works of Antoni Gaudí, offering a deeper understanding of the creativity and innovation that define Barcelona’s architectural identity. You will be staying at the elegant Hotel Arts Barcelona, a contemporary architectural landmark overlooking the Mediterranean and an ideal base for discovering the city.
The experience then continues to Penedès with a stay at Cava & Hotel Mastinell, an architecturally striking boutique hotel inspired by a row of cava bottles nestled among the vineyards. Its distinctive form and Gaudí-inspired mosaic rooftop earned the hotel a Gold Medal at the International Interior Design Exhibition in Shanghai.
Ready for your wine tasting in Barcelona city experience to begin? Check into your Panorama King Room at Hotel Arts Barcelona. After settling in, you will join a private food and wine walking tour through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. This experience is the perfect introduction to the city, combining local gastronomy with historic streets and striking architecture. As you sample traditional dishes and regional wines, your guide will share stories that bring Barcelona’s culinary scene and architectural heritage to life, setting a wonderful tone for the days ahead.
On the morning of day two, after a leisurely breakfast, you will be met at the hotel by your private English-speaking driver-guide, who will accompany you throughout the day on a private basis. This day is dedicated to discovering Barcelona’s architectural heritage, with a particular focus on the city’s most iconic landmarks and the works of Antoni Gaudí.
Your day begins with visits to some of Barcelona’s most important sites, including Park Güell and the Sagrada Família, where your guide will provide a thorough explanation of Gaudí’s vision, symbolism and revolutionary approach to architecture. You will then continue to Montjuïc, offering both cultural context and panoramic views across the city and coastline followed by lunch at a local Catalan restaurant.
In the afternoon, your guide will accompany you to Passeig de Gràcia where you will join a guided visit to Casa Milà (La Pedrera). This is a small group experience, including access to restricted areas and accompanied by a glass of Cava. You will then make your way to Casa Batló where a similarly curated visit allows you to explore the interior of one of Gaudí’s most imaginative creations.
At the end of the day you will return to your hotel. The evening is at leisure to relax and dine independently. You may choose to dine at one of the hotel’s many restaurants, or we would be delighted to recommend you some of our favourite restaurants elsewhere and reserve you a table if necessary.
On day three, you will have a relaxed morning to make the most of the hotel facilities or explore your surroundings at your own pace. You may wish to relax at the hotel’s spa or take one last stroll to explore the surrounding area before checking out.
Late morning, you will be met by a private English-speaking driver who will accompany you on the journey to Penedès, the renowned heartland of Cava. En route, you will stop in the charming coastal town of Sitges, known for its whitewashed streets, artistic heritage and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. You will have free time here to explore independently and enjoy lunch at your leisure.
After lunch, you will continue to Cava & Hotel Mastinell. After checking in to your Premium Double Room and settling in, the evening begins with a gastronomic tasting dinner at the hotel’s restaurant. Each course is thoughtfully paired with a selection of the hotel’s wines, the perfect introduction to the flavours and wine heritage of Penedès.
On the morning of day four, after a leisurely breakfast, you will be met at the hotel by a private English-speaking driver-guide, who will accompany you throughout the day on a private basis. This day offers rich insight into the region’s sparkling wine traditions, terroir, and winemaking excellence.
Your first visit is to one of the founding members of Corpinnat and a benchmark for long-aged, terroir-driven sparkling wines. Known for its deep commitment to biodynamic viticulture, hand-harvesting, and extended lees aging, This winery crafts wines of great quality and complexity. You will enjoy a private guided tour of the historic cellars, followed by a guided tasting of the estate’s cavas.
After the visit, you will continue to a boutique winery where you’ll enjoy a relaxed tasting lunch featuring typical Catalan cuisine, thoughtfully paired with a selection of the estate’s still and sparkling wines.
In the afternoon, you will be returned to Cava & Hotel Mastinell, where you will enjoy a guided visit and tasting at the hotel’s winery. This experience also offers insight into the hotel’s striking architecture and design. Your guide will share the inspiration behind the façade, the architect’s vision, and how the design reflects the region’s sparkling wine heritage, bringing the day to a fitting and memorable close.
Your final evening is at leisure to relax and explore independently, before breakfast and check out on day five.
Day One of your Gaudí and Wine Tour with Wine Tasting in Barcelona City & Penedès
Day Two of your Gaudí and Wine Tour with Wine Tasting in Barcelona City & Penedès
Day Three of your Gaudí and Wine Tour with Wine Tasting in Barcelona City & Penedès
Day Four of your Gaudí and Wine Tour with Wine Tasting in Barcelona City & Penedès
Final Day of your Gaudí and Wine Tour with Wine Tasting in Barcelona City & Penedès
(ii) The outline itinerary is indicative and is subject to minor changes depending on supplier availability. Availability cannot be guaranteed until we have received a confirmed booking, together with the deposit payment (or payment in full where the dates of travel are in less than 60 days). If the named accommodation / visits are not available, we will endeavour to find suitable alternatives of a similar grade; this may be subject to a supplement or a rebate depending on the price available.
We had the most wonderful time and Grape Escapes ensured it was very special for us.
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| Hotel Name | Room Grade | Star Rating | Duration | Price Per Person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaudí and Wine Hotels | Luxury | 5* | 5 Days | £4398 | Book Now |
If you would like to make your Grape Escapes holiday even more special, there are a number of additional activities that we can arrange for you. To complement the experience, these could be arranged to fit in/around your current itinerary or we can arrange additional nights and room upgrades at your hotel, as well as your travel arrangements, a stop-over en route and even a visit to another part of the country! See below for some of the most popular upgrades.
Given the wide range of travel options, the package prices do not include travel. Please see our travel page for detailed information about travelling to the region.
For more information on our Wine and Beyond tours please see our Wine and Beyond page.
To secure your booking, a deposit of 20% of the booking value is required. Your remaining balance will then be due 60 days before you travel. Please call us on +44 (0) 1920 46 86 66 or e-mail info@grapeescapes.net to request a booking form.
Our knowledgeable and passionate guide made our experience enthralling and authentic, and as always the planning and execution of the trip was first rate from the Grape Escapes team.
Andy - Dorset, UK
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