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A historic fortified hilltop with ruins and greenery. 1
A rustic interior with wooden tables and chairs, barrels, and a wall of wine bottles. 2
A village nestled in a valley with a mountain backdrop. 3
A white building with a stone base, named 'Chesquera de los Conejos', set against a mountainous backdrop. 4
A statue of a woman and child in front of a church with a bell tower. 5

Roman Wine of Valencia/ Castle-Amphitheatre + El Puig Monastery

By Valencian Cellar Tours
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Price is $184 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Walk in the footsteps of Gen. Hannibal & EscipiĆ³n 212BC visiting the Roman fortress of Saguntum, Roman Amphitheatre & elements of medieval Valencia visiting the active ā€œMercedarian Knights Monasteryā€ of El puig.
A unique tour offers Roman themed Wine Tasting / Gourmet Lunch at the amfitheatro combined with impressive historic sites; Wine Art & History ! AutĆ³ctono grapes Mourvedre, Garnacha & Moscatel were historically important from Camp de Mourvedre & our glorious tasting represents these wines in various styles. Sadly the comarca fell from its Roman viticultural glory & nowadays only a few vineyards still remain.
We pay homage to the Romans & the wines they exported to Rome with a tasting of select dry wines + historic Fondillon (aged 25+yrs) & an inspiring gourmet lunch. More details at **.valenciancellars website.
The Winery/Cheese maker Option also includes visit to an small artisan Winery & Cheese maker, Wine tastings & Cheese in the beautiful cork forested mountains.

Activity location

  • Real Monasterio De Santa Maria Del Puig
    • Carrer lo Rat Penat, 1A, Entrada por la rampa entre los dos Parkins
    • 46540, Puig, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PlaƧa de CĆ”novas del Castillo, 11
    • 11 PlaƧa de CĆ”novas del Castillo
    • 46005, ValĆØncia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Wine Tasting Express option - simply accompanied with cheese/bread for the wine tasting. Not a lunch!
  • Inclusions
    Lunch option & *Winery/Cheese maker option - Inc. 4 different innovative Mediterranean maridaje dishes .
  • Inclusions
    5 unique wines at Wine Tasting . *The Winery/Cheese option also inc. tasting 4 robust IGP artisan wines + local cheeses at winery with visit to cheese maker 2 mins. walk away.
  • Exclusions
    Bottled / mineral water outside of the wine tasting/lunch.
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Inc. Walking 30-40 mins on cobbled streets & short ramp to Castle.
    • We can often ascend to Castle by car if you have difficulty and reduce the walking subject to access restrictions.

Activity itinerary

Real Monasterio De Santa Maria Del Puig

  • 1h 10m
  • Admission ticket included
After pickup in Valencia we make our way to the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria del Puig, *journey time 25mins. Our guided tour of the Monastery starts 1000hrs. Background: founded by King Jaime I "The Conquerer" in 1240 itĀ“s historical relevance is due to the definitive confrontation of Valencia, the Battle of El Puig 1237. A church was completed by 1240 & affiliated with the Mercedarian Knights order. Soon the church was insufficient for the flood of pilgrims & in 1300 the present stunning Gothic church erected. In 1588 the imposing Monastery was built & we visit the cloisters; SalĆ³n Real still used by monarchs on visits to Valencia; SalĆ³n GĆ³tico of King Jaume I with replica his sword & SalĆ³n of Ceramics. Highlights include Frescos of Camarin de la Virgin, the 6thC Byzantine image of Santa Maria carved in stone set in a stunning painted retablo, admirable collection of paintings from Vergara & Espinosa among others and ancient ornaments.

Sagunto Castle

  • 1h 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Arriving at Sagunto we visit many of the Roman antiquities; the Castle with Forum, Almenara Gate, Military History Museum, South Gate of Roman Circus, the colossal Amphitheatre I AD, seating 4000 people being among the most impressive. As we weave our way through the old streets we view buildings & relics from the Islamic & medieval period such as the Church of Santa Maria constructed by Jaime I, Jewish quarter, baths & burial cemetery, "Ermitas" La Sangre, Magdelena & Calvary, Sagunto History Museum, Casa del Berenguer noble home & Plaza Mayor elements...passing interesting local art/craft shops on our accent to the castle. The order of our route varies. (*Journey time El Puig to Sagunto 20 mins.) This is a walking tour with inclined road to the theatre & castle. I consider it easy/moderate difficulty & is gradual ascent- if one has walking problems/health issues this may be difficult but similiar to my other tours to XƠtiva & PeƱiscola Castles in walking involved, visit my website!

Restaurant i Copes Le Fou

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Our themed wine tasting takes place opposite the Teatro Romano at Restaurante "Le Fou" at 1345hrs approx. consisting of 5 select wines inc. Vintage 30+yr Fondillon with *maridaje 4 innovative gourmet dishes. You may also taste the premium Ex .Virgin Olive Oil from the mountains. The Express Tasting option inc. cheese & bread to compliment the tasting, not a lunch with shorter duration. Depending on weather, we may be on the terrace with Roman Fountain or in the comfortable salon with castle view. Later we descend to the town ... returning to Valencia for approx. 1630hrs. The tour is flexible with omission of some monuments & return to Valencia earlier or can be tailored to suit your ship times. *Return to Journey to Valencia or port 25mins.

Segorbe

  • 1h 30m
*The Winery/Cheese maker option also in addition visits a rustic artisan winery with tastings of 4 organic, structured wines with low production in the majestic mountains. Tastings of wines featuring Monastrell (mourvedre) Syrah, Cab. Sauv. with local artisan cheeses & followed by visit to the award winning Cheese maker a few mins. walk away to purchase cheese. Tastings fees, transport & visit included in this addon option price.

Location

Activity location

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    Real Monasterio De Santa Maria Del Puig
    • Carrer lo Rat Penat, 1A, Entrada por la rampa entre los dos Parkins
    • 46540, Puig, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    PlaƧa de CƔnovas del Castillo, 11
    • 11 PlaƧa de CĆ”novas del Castillo
    • 46005, ValĆØncia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain

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