Routes
Discover the town of Rueda, nerve centre of winemaking activity giving rise to the Rueda Denomination of Origin.
The route includes the following Paradores:
Tordesillas: First day
Although being a producer of white, rosé and red wines, the Rueda Denomination of Origin has won a place on the Spanish winemaking scene thanks to the white verdejo variety, lending its whites a powerful perfume. Discover the town of Rueda, nerve centre of winemaking activity giving rise to the Rueda Denomination of Origin and housing the headquarters of the Regulatory Council and the Castile and Leon Wine Research Centre. Visitors will find a lot on offer to discover at the city of Toro Vega, lying very close to Serrada and Nava del Rey - included on the list of areas covered by the Tordesillas DO - and where the document dividing the new world into two parts was signed at the Casas del Tratado. The Riberas de Castronuño-Vegas del Duero Nature Area is close by, between the municipal areas of Pollos, Castronuño and Villafranca de Duero.
Zamora: Second day
The Toro Denomination of Origin falls within the Zamora county the Duero splits to the north into the Land of Bread and to the south into the Land of Wine. The importance of the vineyards may be seen in Zamora towns such as Venialbo, El Pego, Valdefinjas and Sanzoles, amongst others, where good examples of popular bodega architecture are preserved, showing the entire area's traditional links to the industry. This is also the case with Valladolid towns such as Pedrosa del Rey and Villafranca de Duero. Toro is the capital of these wines and where the Regulatory Council is based, with the banks along the fast-flowing river being covered with countless vines. The town preserves part of its castle as well as La Corredora and the Arco del Reloj gates from the 18th century. In addition to all this, the countless beautiful attractions and monuments in the city of Zamora should be mentioned.
Salamanca: Third day
After a couple of days uncovering the world of wine, head to the Baroque 18th-century Plaza Mayor, open your eyes and be seduced by its harmonious beauty. The journey around the city starts from this lively spot. Discover the many monuments such as the 15th-century Casa de las Conchas, the 13th-century Old Cathedral, the New Cathedral dating from the 16th to the 18th centuries or the 16th-century University, as well as the many churches, palaces and archives. The city of Salamanca is a treasure trove of monuments, where the bustle of the university beats in non-stop cultural activity. The surrounding region of Armuña (Castellanos de Villiquera, Monterrubio, Gomecello, La Velles) is famous for its vegetables with the La Plata Route towards Saragossa passing through. To the south lie Arapiles and Mozarbez. Ledesma is another historically interesting monumental town lying in the Salamanca meadowland.
Rates
Route with bed and breakfast (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 150 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 117euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 150 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 300 euros.
Route with half board (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 234 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 159 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 234 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 384 euros.
The route includes:
Three nights stay in a standard double room in selected board type (bed and breakfast or half board).
The route does not include:
Transport is down to guest/s as are trips or tickets to monuments and places of interest (information provided is merely a guide).
Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions:
Starting on Sunday and finishing on Wednesday.
Dates of the stay and establishments may not be changed or modified en route.
The Route and rates are not valid for groups.
Credit card required for booking guarantee.
Validity dates:
The route is valid for routes starting between 3 January and 11 July 2010 (inclusive). Routes starting between 22 August and 26 December 2010 (inclusive).
PLEASE NOTE: Once en route, failure to check-in at any Parador on the Route without prior notice leads to automatic cancellation at that Parador as well as the others on the Route.
Cancellations and no-shows:
Cancellations made less than 5 working days prior to the date of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to the cost of the first night's stay on the route.
Cancellations made during the course of the route will not be entitled to any refund of the price paid.
No-shows: Failure to keep your reservation for the first night of the route will result in cancellation of the entire route, and will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to the cost of the first night's stay.