What to do and see in Vilafranca del Penedes, Catalonia: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

This is your tour if you want to experience a personal and familiar exclusive tour accompanied by an accomplished private expert guide. Learn about the culture of Catalonia on an enriching full-day excursion to Montserrat and Penedès from Barcelona only for your party with personal guide, transportation and lunch included. Get outside of the city and explore one of Spain’s most beautiful regions during this private full-day tour. You will visit the monastery of Montserrat with its impressive views, the church of Santa Maria de Montserrat where you will see 'la Moreneta,' also known as the 'black Madonna', and if you are lucky hear the amazing Children’s Chorus. Enjoy a complete menu in one of the best restaurants of the region and visit a famous winery of the Penedes, the heart of the cava and wine production in Catalonia, explore the verdant vineyards and receive an interesting tour by the winery's house guide with wine tasting included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local guide, Private tour, Personal pickup and drop-off at your hotel/ apartment in Barcelona, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Wine tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch

Are you a wine lover looking for a beautiful getaway from Barcelona? This private day trip is the perfect opportunity to discover the Penedès region between Villafranca del Penedès and the rocky mountains of the Garraf natural park. Leaving the big wineries aside, you will visit 2 local family wineries. Kick off at a local Cava producer in the majestic hills of Subirats. One of the family members Marçal can show you around the property while explaining the secrets of Cava making. After tasting 3 different Cavas, you will get to know more about the local wines in an organic winery near Vilafranca del Penedès. Become familiar with organic winemaking and the biodynamic techniques used. The tasting includes at least 3 different wines to choose from. As Penedes is also known for its traditional cuisine, it will be time to head for some of Catalonia's best tapas. Then with our bellies full we will drive back to Barcelona where I will drop you off at your accommodation.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Pick-up and drop off, Local Tapas, Driver, A/C car rental for groups up to 7, 5 alcoholic drinks: wine, Local Guide, Entrance tickets

Exclusions: Food and beverages not listed as inclusions

Private pick up & drop off from your Barcelona location Transportation by SUV vehicle (brand new BMW) 2 guided visits in English to 2 different wineries with tastings - visits guaranteed in a very small group or private Taste of 6 wines/cava Customized itinerary All local taxes

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes, Entry fees to 2 wineries including tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Door-to-door service

Exclusions: Lunch

Explore Montserrat mountain on this private tour. We'll pick you up at your hotel or apartment in the city and take you to one of the most spectacular natural parks and spiritual spots in Catalonia and we'll enjoy a wine experience at an organic production winery. Head to Montserrat mountain in private transport to visit the virgin of Montserrat, which is about 50km/30mi from Barcelona, walk amongst the stunning and unique peaks, enjoy magnificent views, and visit the museum which boasts a huge collection of artistic masterpieces spanning from the 13th to 20th centuries. After your cultural visit head to a local restaurant to have a delicious three course meal comprised of regional products. Then round out your day with a visit to a neighboring biodynamic winery. On your private winery tour you'll learn the tradition of making wine and cava and get to taste some most emblematic varietals. After the tour, we'll return to Barcelona and we'll drop you off at your hotel or apartment.

Inclusions: The Tour, the Guide and the Transport are exclusively and only for the group that reserves it., Complimentary cup of coffee and croissant before embarking on our walking tour., Take a guided tour around the monastery, the museum, the church and the market with local products., Have a delicious three-course meal in a renowned local restaurant with products and drinks of the Penedes region and have a complimentary glass of Cava (Catalan Champagne)- our treat!, Sample local Wines and Cava (Catalan champagne) during an expert-lead private tasting., Transported in a comfortable vehicle FROM/TO your hotel or apartment., This Tour is ALL-INCLUSIVE.

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover the beautiful countryside of Catalonia on a captivating wine tour where we take you through the vineyards in Penedes, a region widely acknowledged to be home to the most modern and innovative of Spanish growers. We will explore three of the most important family-owned wineries in the country and learn about the complex process of making Wine and Cava (Catalan Champagne). At each cellar, a wine expert will explain their individual unique processes and educate us on how to recognize their different varieties and we’ll get the privilege of tasting wines and cavas in each. In addition to the wineries, we will stop at lunchtime to have a three-course meal in a local restaurant - on us! This small group tour ensures a remarkable personalized experience.

Inclusions: The Tour, the Guide and the Transport are exclusively and only for a group up to 15 people., Three winery visits with private tastings included., Inmerse yourself in the exclusive world of Wine and Cava., Delicious three-course lunch in a renowned local restaurant plus a glass of Cava (Catalan Champagne), Explore vineyards that have been around for more than 2000 years., Small group to ensure a personalized experience., Friendly, professional and native licensed guide., Comfortable transport FROM/TO the meeting point (Central Barcelona)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore Montserrat mountain, one of the most spectacular natural parks and spiritual spots in Catalonia and enjoy a wine experience at an organic production winery. Head to Montserrat mountain by a comfortable coach to visit the virgin of Montserrat, which is about 50 kilometers/30 miles from Barcelona, walk amongst the stunning and unique peaks, enjoy magnificent views, and visit the museum, which boasts a huge collection of artistic masterpieces spanning from the 13th to 20th centuries. After your cultural visit head to a local restaurant to have a delicious three course meal comprised of regional products. Then round out your day with a visit to a neighboring biodynamic winery. On your winery tour you'll learn the tradition of making Wine and Cava (Catalan Champagne) and get to taste some most emblematic varietals. After the tour, we'll return to Barcelona and we'll drop you off where we started the tour in Plaza Catalunya.

Inclusions: The Tour, the Guide and the Transport are exclusively and only for a group up to 15 people., Complimentary cup of coffee before embarking on our walking tour., Take a guided tour around the monastery, the museum, the church and the market with local products., Have a delicious three-course meal in a renowned local restaurant with products and drinks of the Penedes region- our treat!, Sample local Wines and Cava (Catalan Champagne) during an expert-lead tasting., Small groups to ensure a personalized experience., Transported in a comfortable vehicle FROM/TO the meeting point (Central Barcelona)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy this Private Full Day Trip in nature, visiting the wonderful mountain of Montserrat and tasting the best cavas and wines in an incredible Winery of the 14th century, in the Penedés region. On this Private Day Trip, your guide will take you by car to the unique mountain of Montserrat and its ancient Monastery. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Montserrat, meet 'La Moreneta' (the Black Madonna), listen to the Children’s Choir, or hike to a viewpoint of the amazing valley. Taste a delicious Catalan lunch in a traditional restaurant, at the open air admiring the incredible views of the Penedès Valley and Montserrat in the background. Visit one of the most important Cellars of cava of the Penedés region. Have a guided tour through the vineyards and get to know the growth cycles of grapes and organic viticulture. Visit the place where the wines and sparkling wines are produced. Taste two reserva sparkling wines and one five years old reserva sparkling wine accompanied by Iberian ham and cured cheese from the area. • Explore the monastery, museum, church, and market at Montserrat • Catalan lunch in a traditional restaurant in the heart of Penedes Valley. • Visit a Winery of the 14th century.  • Taste sparkling wines and cava accompanied by Iberian ham and cured cheese. • Convenient round-trip transport from your hotel.

Inclusions: 9 hs. Private Tour visiting Montserrat & a Vineyard, Discover the Penedes, the Catalonian wine & cava region, Enjoy a different day in the mountains, with a private guide, Lunch in a traditional restaurant admiring the Penedes Valley., Pick up & drop off by to your hotel by car included , Taste 2 reserva sparkling wines and one 5 year old reserva sparkling wine, Visit an exclusive familiar winery, surrounding by beautiful landscapes, Visit the medieval monastery and the black Madonna

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Combine mountains, history and wine on a private day trip from Barcelona to Montserrat and trail for a cellar tour and visit to a winery. Enjoy stunning views of the area, see the famous 12th-century Black Virgin statue and taste excellent cava (Spanish sparkling wine). Accompanied by your own private guide, you'll enjoy personalized attention on this full-day tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Montserrat cable car (approx. 8 euros), Montserrat Museum entrance fee (approx. 7 euros)

Explore the amazing monastery of Montserrat on this day trip from Barcelona. Marvel at its panoramic views, scenic walks and the Escolania boy’s choir accompanied by your local guide. Flavour an amazing Catalan country lunch and head to the Penedes region where you will visit a boutique winery, visiting its vineyard and tasting local wines and cavas.

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting, Lunch

Exclusions: Cog-wheel train ride, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Discover the flavors of Catalan food and wine on this small-group day trip from Barcelona. Sample cheese and wine in a beautiful medieval farmhouse overlooking the mountain of Montserrat; visit a former Benedictine monastery to sample local delicacies like home-cured meats; and taste different types of olive oil at another medieval farmhouse. Enjoy a traditional Catalan lunch at the farm's restaurant, and end your day trip with a guided tour of a winery, where you will enjoy cava and wine tastings. On this small-group tour, you will receive personalized attention from your tour guide.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Breakfast, Lunch, Winery tour with 3/4 wine tastings, Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off