Authentic Spain and Beyond

A culinary exploration of the Med

Let Spain’s gourmet delights whisk you away to a world full of flavours, colours and heavenly aromas.

Contrast the immense cities of Rome and Barcelona, with the smaller ports of Portofino and Salerno as you explore the highlights under the warmth of the Mediterranean sun. Following a visit to Gibraltar and its iconic rock take the chance to delight in a culinary experience during a day in the vibrant city of Barcelona. Perhaps choose to prepare Andalusian tapas or opt for something sweeter, with a visit to a chocolaterie. Spain has several mouth-watering national dishes, such as tortilla Espanola, also known as the Spanish omelette, paella, and croquetas, a delicious combination of cured ham and bechamel sauce, coated in bread crumbs and fried.

Arriving in Italy, you’ll experience la dolce vita in the beautiful village of Portofino where the cobbled piazzetta is fringed with chic boutiques and seafood restaurants. From Civitavecchia head to Rome whose iconic attractions include the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum and the Pantheon. After a day of sightseeing in the Eternal City relish the chance to relax and enjoy the scenery along the stunning Amalfi Coast on a trip from Salerno. A Spanish finale beckons you on to explore Mahon, the charming capital of Minorca, where narrow streets give way to shaded squares and inviting pavement cafes. While in Málaga you can enjoy a paella-making workshop or perhaps follow in the footsteps of Pablo Picasso with a visit to his childhood home.

Included sightseeing tours

• Barcelona, Spain
• Portofino, Italy
• Salerno, Italy
• Mahon, Minorca
• Málaga, Spain