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Learn how to cook traditional paella from scratch during this cooking class in Madrid, complete with wine pairings. Make your own paella during this hands-on, half-day class which also includes a hearty meal. Sit down at a communal table for a feast that features Spanish cheese and charcuterie, traditional gazpacho, paella, and classic desserts like churros with chocolate. Sample five different Spanish wines throughout the class.

Feel the passion of Andalucian flamenco at Barcelona’s Tablao de Carmen, one of the city’s best-known ‘tablaos’ or flamenco bars. The electrifying show features flamboyant dancing, singing, clapping, and guitar. Choose from two show times and opt to enjoy tapas, a meal, or a VIP dinner with wine pairing while you watch. Your experience includes admission to the Spanish Village, built in the 1920s to showcase traditional architecture.

Taste your way through Madrid’s markets, restaurants, and stylish bars on a hassle-free food tour with tapas included along the way. Along the route, you’ll stop at three authentic local venues — including a traditional tavern and a century-old restaurant — where you’ll enjoy generous portions of real Spanish cuisine, not just finger food. A local guide will introduce you to a wide range of dishes, such as Asturian-style chorizo slow-cooked in cider, stuffed mushrooms, padrón peppers, and meat cheeks with smashed potatoes all paired with wine, beer, or soft drinks.

San Sebastian is a great springboard for visiting Spain’s La Rioja, a wine-growing region known for its high-quality red wines. Explore the vine-covered hills on this small-group door-to-door tour, visiting two wineries to see their vineyards and production facilities. At each estate, enjoy a wine tasting to sample different varieties, and finish with a small pintxos lunch paired with local wines in the beautiful town of Laguardia.

Take a seaside seat on a luxury yacht in Barcelona during a tranquil cruise in the Mediterranean Sea. Set sail from the Marina Port Vell while the crew points out landmarks in the heart of the city, then serves tapas and drinks. You might even have the opportunity to take a dip (weather permitting).

Experience an exhilarating flamenco performance at Barcelona’s legendary Tablao Flamenco Cordobes. Cheer on a talented troupe of flamenco dancers as a unique display of agility, passion, and energy is demonstrated on stage. Take in the lively atmosphere of one of Spain’s most famous flamenco venues and opt to enjoy a traditional Spanish buffet or refreshing drink while watching the show.

Discover Montserrat on a hassle-free day trip from Barcelona that blends transport, sightseeing, and local flavors in one easy package. Travel by scenic cogwheel train to the mountaintop monastery, visit the basilica, and sample traditional liquors and artisanal pastries before customizing the rest of your experience to suit your interests. Choose between a tour that pairs a gourmet wine tasting with tapas and time to explore, an option that includes a full lunch and winery visit with three wine tastings, or a Montserrat-only package without the winery. There’s also a Spanish-language tapas tour available for those who prefer to explore in Spanish.

There’s no better way to enjoy a Barcelona sunset than on the water, as the sun sinks below the mountains behind the city. Enjoy the witching hour with a drink in hand from the open bar on this intimate cruise, with a capacity of just 10 travelers in total. You’ll glide along the coast from Port Vell, Barcelona’s old port, savoring Barcelona’s skyline—old and new—as the city lights up for the night.

Visit three wineries and taste more than 10 wines without straying far from Madrid on this tour of the Vinos de Madrid wine region. Accompanied by a specialist guide, explore the vineyards and learn about complex production processes in atmospheric wine cellars. Sample signature wines produced in the area and gain insights into the culinary heritage of Spain’s capital city on this epicurean tour.

Immerse yourself in Spanish cuisine and learn the secrets behind one of Spain’s most iconic dishes in a cooking class in Valencia. Learn to make sangria to enjoy with tapas. Afterwards, a team will teach you how to make traditional Valencian Paella, which you will enjoy afterwards, along with dessert and wine.

This scuba dive and snorkel excursion in Costa Adeje is designed especially for beginners without much, or any, diving experience. You’ll be trained by a PADI-qualified instructor, and dive down to a depth of no more than 40 feet (12 meters). The lesson will be followed by a snorkeling safari in the Canary Islands, where you can see all kinds of colorful fish and sea life.

Sample the unique history and renowned wine producers of Ribera del Duero during this full-day trip from Madrid. Avoid the hassle of choosing a designated driver and let someone else plan the logistics as you stop by three wineries to taste several vintages. Get an in-depth look at wine production on a day that includes tastings, snacks, and a specialist guide. Please note: lunch is at your own expense.

Enjoy a quintessential Madrid experience with a live flamenco show in the heart of the city. Head to an authentic ‘tablao,’ or Flamenco venue, and start the night off with a traditional 3-course dinner of regional cuisine. Warm up for the performance with an optional workshop, where you can tap your toes to basic steps or play the castanets. Settle back in your seat as professional dancers and musicians take the stage for a live, passionate performance of the uniquely Spanish art form.

Rather than just touring the Palau de la Música, immerse yourself in live entertainment with Barcelona’s guitar trio and dancing at the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its striking architecture. Enjoy an evening of Spanish guitar performed by renowned artists such as Xavier Coll, Ekaterina Záytseva, and Pedro Javier González in one of the city’s most celebrated concert halls.

Experience Barcelona tapas and wine culture on a gourmet walking tour that explores Spanish cuisine, drinks, and ingredients. In a city that’s packed with tapas bars, getting beyond the tourist spots for an authentic experience can be a challenge; visiting four local spots for tapas and drinks is a great way to discover where to eat and drink in Barcelona.

Indulge your tastebuds on this gourmet walking tour of Madrid’s atmospheric and historic La Latina neighborhood. Follow your guide, a local food and wine expert, to some of the best local eateries, and taste a range of authentic tapas and regional specialties all accompanied by fine Spanish wines. With just a small group for company, you can look forward to eating, drinking, and exploring like a true Madrileño.

Discover Madrid’s vibrant culinary scene with the help of a local guide on this tapas tasting tour. See the city through the eyes of a local and sample authentic dishes at a range of popular bars, with a drink in each one. Treat your palate to Spanish wines, sherries, and more, complemented by things like Iberian ham, salted cod, and chickpea stew. To keep this experience intimate, group size is limited to 12 people.

Enjoy a dinner to remember—and discover the highlights of Bilbao’s vibrant food scene—during this small-group food tour. Meet your guide in central Bilbao, and be sure to come hungry: you’ll taste the best of the city’s many pintxos (tapas) bars. Try a number of local bites, learn all about what sets the Basque Country’s culinary offerings apart, enjoy drinks with your nibbles, and follow your guide to locals-frequented favorites.

Immerse yourself in the serenity of Malaga’s Hammam Al Ándalus during a session in the opulent Arabian baths. Venture within and sip fresh mint tea before enjoying soaks in thermal pools and relaxing Jacuzzis. Stimulate your senses in the icy plunge pool; inhale the aromatic scents of the steam room; then indulge in a massage with exfoliating scrub. Upgrade to enjoy a purifying Midra massage that stimulates blood circulation and exfoliates.

Don't waste your time in Madrid in tourist trap bars. This pub crawl takes you to four of the best spots in town, including one of Madrid's hottest nightclubs, to ensure that you have a great night out. Party with like-minded people and enjoy free shots and discounted drinks at each place.

Soccer fans will probably know that Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is the home ground of international soccer giants Real Madrid. Learn about Spanish and international soccer culture as you explore the stadium and gain behind-the-scenes knowledge of the club on this guided tour. Includes a chance to see the trophies and accolades the team has won over the years.

Skip the tourist traps and dive straight into Madrid’s food scene like a local! Stroll through the lively streets of the Old Town and Literary Quarter, enjoying mouthwatering tapas, including the best jamón ibérico, sipping “Tinto de Verano” wine and discovering hidden cellars. You’ll even pass iconic spots like the Literary Quarter and Plaza Mayor. We’ve mapped out Madrid’s tastiest treasures– now all that’s left is for you to enjoy!

There's no better way to delve into a new culture than by tasting the local cuisine. In this foodie-friendly Malaga tour, uncover the tapas scene by exploring the city with a local guide and small group. Visit three venues in the city center, eat traditional Spanish snacks, and learn about Spain's famous wine as you sip.

Tuck into tasty tapas and traditional wines on this gastronomic tour of Barcelona. Get the inside scoop on Barcelona’s food scene from a local guide and stop along the way to dine at the city’s best tapas bars. At each restaurant, sample an array of delicious Catalan dishes and regional wines. You can choose between a lunch, afternoon, or evening tour and upgrade to include a flamenco show.