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Taste your way through Madrid with a small-group tapas tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll that includes stops at family-owned establishments in Chamberí. Eat and drink traditional fare and learn about Madrid’s food culture during the tour. See where locals like to eat in the Spanish capital city during this tapas crawl.

Eating tapas and drinking wine is a quintessential Granada experience. Take this local-led tour to avoid the so-so touristy spots and visit bars hand-picked by your guide instead. Head to three different bars, enjoying two tapas of your choice and a drink at each venue—as well as an additional free drink at the last bar.

Experience Barcelona's food scene in a more immersive way than by simply booking a restaurant meal. Instead, learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with the hands-on help of a chef, then share a hearty meal of classic local cuisine that you've helped make. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen.

No visit to Seville is complete without discovering more of what Andalucia has to offer. Explore the whitewashed city of Cadiz and the sherry-producing region of Jerez on a hassle-free day trip that provides a perfect introduction for first-time visitors. You’ll stay cool as you travel from between locations in air-conditioned comfort and wander between attractions, which are shrouded in 3,000 years of history, without the worry of getting lost.

Barcelona’s colorful neighborhoods offer a scenic backdrop for a cycling tour and an electric bike means you can make easy work of the city’s hills. Pedal around Port Vell (the old harbor) and the Gothic Quarter; jump off to admire the National Palace, the Olympic Stadium, and the Joan Miró Foundation; and enjoy spectacular views from Montjuic Hill.

Visit the ancient town of Segovia and sip wine at a local winery during this full-day, guided tour that includes wine tasting. Head out to a countryside vineyard to sample local varieties and enjoy lunch (own expense). In Segovia, marvel at the 2000-year-old aqueduct built by the Romans and learn what life was like centuries ago in this historic place that has been home to many cultures and religions.

Plenty of gems lie beyond Barcelona, but exploring them without your own car is difficult. Combine two top attractions in one on this private full-day tour that includes Montserrat and a cava winery. Spend your morning exploring the mountaintop monastery of Montserrat, then head to the Penedes region to learn about cava production and sample its produce paired with tapas and snacks.

This private Barcelona tour helps you discover many of the city’s most popular attractions in just one day. After hotel pickup, travel with a guide and enjoy commentary about the secrets and history of Barcelona. Save time waiting in long lines with skip-the-line access to Gaudi’s popular attractions—Park Güell and Sagrada Familia. Climb Montjuïc hill for incredible views, explore the Gothic Quarter on foot, and much more.

Escape the city for a day in the mountains on this tour from Barcelona to the famous peak of Montserrat Mountain. Spend time exploring the stunning Montserrat monastery, atrium, and basilica perched on the mountaintop. Soak up the scenery on a dramatic cable car ride to one of the Montserrat top viewpoints, and then embark on an easy hike along the mountainside.

Learn secrets from behind the bar at a cocktail class in Barcelona that kicks off with a glass of cava—the sparkling wine is made in vineyards just beyond city limits. You'll shake, stir, and sip your way through a series of four cocktails accompanied by tapas, then leave with flavorful cocktail recipes that you can recreate at home.

Experience Barcelona through its food on this private half-day tour. With a local foodie as your personal host, you'll enjoy your choice of six or 10 tastings of dishes and drinks while you learn about the local lifestyle. There’s a huge range of departure times to choose from, and, depending on the tour selected, you get to savor treats from vermouth to patatas bravas, pintxos, and churros.

Enjoy skip-the-line entry to six of Barcelona’s best museums for one budget-friendly price with the Barcelona Museum Pass. Save money and time as you bypass the frequently long lines for popular Barcelona museums such as the Picasso Museum, Fundacio Joan Miro, the National Art Museum of Catalonia and three others. Your pass gives you ample time to all museums at your own pace, and features useful information and insider tips on how to get the most from your time in this beautiful, culture-mad city.

Sample the top tapas in Valencia without the hassle of deep-dive research with this food tour in the city center. Join your insider guide and a group of just 10 to scour the city for the top bites in locals-only eateries and bars. Sample specialties like "esgarraet”, “cocas”, ham or seafood croquettes, and more, all washed down with local wines and “mistela” during four tasting stops. Learn about the city's culinary culture from your guide as you stroll through the most lively quarters of the city.

Rather than guessing which restaurants serve the best bites, discover traditional Basque cuisine on a "pintxos" (Basque tapas) tour of San Sebastiàn. Explore the winding streets of the atmospheric Old Town with a gastronomic guide and discover local haunts that locals love. Sample tapas ranging from classic to contemporary. Sip cider and fine wines designed to compliment each dish and enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour.

Wander the streets of Malaga like a local and let your guide show you the best hidden gems all over the city. Explore historic buildings and discover important monuments, and stop off on the way for some tapas and local wine in Malaga’s most popular local tavernas and bars. Avoid the queues at the Alcazaba and the Cathedral — this tour allows you to queue jump.

Learn the secrets behind preparing authentic Andalucian paella at this rooftop cooking demonstration in the heart of Seville. Sip a glass of sangria plus free-flow wine, beer, and soft drinks, and nibble on delicious cold cuts as a professional chef talks you through the fine art of traditional paella. You can choose between classic seafood paella or a vegetarian option.

Experience the nightlife of Malaga on a fun pub crawl through the city. Meet other travelers and visit several local bars and clubs for a fun night out on the town. Enjoy free drinks at each location and play icebreaker games to get to know your other partygoers. Your host also teaches you about the local drinking culture and introduces you to new drinks.

Become more familiar with Marbella by exploring its Tapas scene on this small-group, food tour. Skip scrolling through reviews and recommendations, and follow your guide to the hotspots and eateries in the city's Old Town. Enjoy multiple included tapas dishes and drinks as you explore the historic city center, which includes an open-air museum featuring Salvador Dalí sculptures and the historic city walls.

Wine lovers—get ready for the ultimate adventure. Swap Barcelona sightseeing for a trip to Montserrat, where you can tour vineyards and visit a family-run cava winery. As well as wine–themed sights, the tour offers some cultural highlights too, with a visit to the Black Madonna statue and Santa Maria de Montserrat Monastery. Also, to ensure you don’t get hungry, a homemade lunch at a family-run winery is included.

Discover the local wines of Córdoba on this small-group wine tasting experience. At a local wine shop, taste four different wines from the region of Montilla-Moriles while enjoying tapas. Learn about the winemaking history of the area and understand how to recognize the differences between the wines during this short lesson.

Venture beyond the Costa Del Sol—and discover the dramatic beauty of Ronda, as well as some of its exceptional wines—on this shared full-day excursion. Meet in the morning at your local address, hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, and set off through Sierra de las Nieves National Park. In Ronda, visit two local wineries for behind-the-scenes tastings and tours. You’ll also have free time to explore and enjoy a tapas lunch. Please note that we work with most of the wineries in Ronda; the itinerary shown is just an example. The choice of wineries will vary depending on availability.

Discover the authentic flavours of Alicante on this private food tour, where history, culture and local cuisine come together. Stroll through the charming Old Town with an expert local guide, stopping at carefully selected local bars to enjoy traditional tapas, regional wines and delicious Mediterranean specialties. Escape the tourist crowds and experience Alicante like a local while uncovering the stories, traditions and hidden gems that make this city so unique. Vegetarian and other dietary requirements can be accommodated. Please let us know in advance.

Immerse yourself in Barcelona’s convivial tapas and pintxo culture—and enjoy a wide-ranging tasting tour—when you sign up for this private, evening tour. Pick between numerous convenient start times, and meet your guide in the locals-frequented El Poble-Sec neighborhood. You’ll visit five different characterful establishments, and will enjoy a range of tapas dishes, as well as glasses of cava and wine. You’ll also immerse yourself in the area’s authentic ambiance, and will learn more about its heritage.

Hit the streets of Barcelona on a Segway tour. Traveling by Segway means that you'll get between major points of interest quickly, ensuring that you see more of the city in less time. Visit the Olympic Port, the Gothic Quarter, El Cap de Barcelona, and more while learning about the city from your guide.