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

4.8(6 reviews)Valencia, Spain
6hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

Explore the Roman fortress of Saguntum and the Roman Amphitheatre while learning about the history of medieval Valencia at the active Mercedarian Knights Monastery in El Puig. This tour includes a wine tasting and gourmet lunch at the amphitheatre, featuring wines made from the historically significant Mourvedre, Garnacha, Malvasia, and Moscatel grapes. Participants will experience a tasting of select dry wines, including a historic Fondillon aged over 30 years. The tour also offers an optional visit to a small artisan winery and cheese maker, where guests can enjoy tastings in the scenic cork forested mountains. The experience is suitable for history enthusiasts and wine lovers, though those uninterested in wine or history may not find it as engaging. It is essential to know that the tour focuses on the region's Roman viticulture and its decline, with limited vineyards remaining today.

Itinerary

1

Real Monasterio De Santa Maria Del Puig

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 it´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; Salón Real still used by monarchs on visits to Valencia; Salón Gótico of King Jaume I with replica his sword & Salón 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.

2

Sagunto Castle

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 Xàtiva & Peñiscola Castles in walking involved, visit my website!

3

Segorbe

*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.

What's included / not included

SnacksLunchAlcoholic beverages
Bottled waterGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • 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.

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