Secrets of Southern Catalonia

Costa Dorada - Priorat - Penedés - CT4

Catalonia Fly-drive
10 Nights From £1,450
Heritage tours
Wine tours
Tour Highlights
  • Roman Tarragona - amazing ruins right by the beach

  • Cava vineyards in Alt Penedes

  • Fascinating Modernist architecture in Reus

  • Priorat - world-class wines in breathtaking scenery

  • Flamingos - and birds galore - in the Ebro Delta

  • Historic Tortosa and the Els Ports mountains

  • Costa Dorada beaches - there are some hidden gems - never far away

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Overview

Gastronomic delights, wonderful wines, breathtaking scenery, fascinating heritage… whatever you’re looking for this short trip has it all – plus the Mediterranean climate and never far from the Costa Dorada.

Tour Highlights
  • Roman Tarragona - amazing ruins right by the beach

  • Cava vineyards in Alt Penedes

  • Fascinating Modernist architecture in Reus

  • Priorat - world-class wines in breathtaking scenery

  • Flamingos - and birds galore - in the Ebro Delta

  • Historic Tortosa and the Els Ports mountains

  • Costa Dorada beaches - there are some hidden gems - never far away

Well known for its bucket-and-spade seaside resorts this fascinating corner of Catalonia is laden with secret gems just waiting to be discovered.

In Tarragona, the lively regional capital, you’ll find a city to rival Barcelona but without the tourist crowds – and with spectacular Roman remains. Nearby Reus has some splendid Modernist buildings and a Gaudí museum tracing his roots in the region.

Head north or south and you’re in wine country of Priorat and Cava. Hiking trails among the vines offering stunning scenery to enjoy between tastings.

You’re never far from the coast and here also there are some lesser-known gems such as delightful Altafulla and Ametlla del Mar or elegant Sitges. At the southernmost point awaits the Ebro Delta where a immensely rich birdlife thrives among the rice fields proving a unique eco-system and spectacular views. Head inland and explore medieval Tortosa and Miravet set below the 1500m mountains of Els Ports.

Holiday Code: CT4


Itinerary

Day 1 to 3- Priorat & Montsant Wine Region

  • The Priorat wine region: Exceptional wines from one of the smallest wine regions

  • Montsant Natural Park: Stunning rock formations with breathtaking views

  • Walk or cycle amongst the vines

  • Catalan Modernist wineries - 'Cathedrals of Wine'

  • Explore the historic charms of Siurana and La Cartoixa de Scala Dei

  • Take a trip to Reus for Modernist architecture and Vermouth

Day 1 to 3 - Priorat & Montsant Wine Region

Day 4 to 6- Ebro Delta and Tortosa

  • Superb bird watching in the Delta

  • Delicious rice combined with locally caught seafood

  • Tortosa, gateway to the mighty Ebro river

  • Head up-river to picturesque Miravet

  • Great cycling, among the rice fields or on the Via Verde

  • El Ports mountains, soaring to over 1500m

Day 4 to 6 - Ebro Delta and Tortosa

Day 7 & 8- Alt Penedés - Cava Country

  • Home of Cava and fine Penedés wines

  • Visit the Modernista 'Cathedrals of Wine'

  • Witness the death-defying 'castellers' human towers

  • Hit the coast at nearby Sitges, or unspoilt Altafulla

  • Year-round hiking among the vineyards

Day 7 & 8 - Alt Penedés - Cava Country

Day 9 & 10- Roman Tarragona & Modernist Reus

  • Spectacular remains of Roman Tarraco - among Spain's finest

  • Take a walking tour of the medieval old town, set amongst Roman remains

  • Reus, a treasure trove of Modernist architecture

  • Join in the local Vermouth culture - see where it's made in Reus

  • Try the city beaches or head south to Tamait and Altafulla, just nearby

Day 9 & 10 - Roman Tarragona & Modernist Reus

& why not?

  • Add a stop in Barcelona, Catalonia's oh-so-lively capital

  • Stay in a magnificent early-medieval castle - Parador de Cardona

  • Add an overnight stop at the 4-star Parador de Lleida

  • Extend your stay at any of the stops - they´re all worth it!

  • Ask about superior rooms or a larger car

  • or more economical options if you're on a budget...

  • Call us to talk through all the options - we'd love to hear from you!

& why not?


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What's Included

  • Accommodation in our listed hotels – 2 sharing 1 standard double ensuite, B&B (unless specified)

  • Economy 4-door car hire (talk to us about upgrades)

  • Regional guide book to Catalonia

  • Personal Travel App including highlights, weather forecast and restaurant suggestions for all areas en-route

  • Instructions to find all accommodation

What's Excluded

  • Flights – but we are able to advise

  • One-way car hire charges, where applicable (see your quote email)

  • The following car hire extras – these can be added at pick-up point

    • extra driver, child seats, GPS

  • Garage parking where applicable (mostly city stops) – please ask us about parking charges

  • Local tourist taxes (where applicable)


Travel Details

Getting There

Catalonia is extremely well served with flights from most UK airports to Barcelona, Girona (Costa Brava / Pyrenees) and Reus (Costa Dorada / Tarragona).

This circular tour can be adapted to suit any of those airports as an entry point.

See your flight options in the table below:

PLEASE NOTE Flights are not included and some flights are seasonal.


Flight Options

Choose your preferred UK airport and then select from possible destinations to see airline providers.

Getting Around

For passengers travelling by air we will include a hire car as part of the package. Normally we include a 4 door economy class car but please let us know if you would like something different.

For those coming on the ferry you will use your own vehicle but in either case we will provide full instructions to arrive at each hotel, complete with GPS, as well as a map of the area.


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