Routes
Wine Route | 7 nights
Kings, monks and princes travelled these lands that today welcome visitors to explore countless places full of art, culture, beautiful nature, etc. Not to mention the passionate world of wine waiting for you to discover.
The route includes the following Paradores:
Soria: First day.
Must-sees in Soria include two cultural and monumental points of reference which are characteristic of the city: San Polo and San Saturio, with a poplar-lined avenue along the riverbank. The nearby towns of Almarza, Narros, Golmayo and Arnacón have all retained their rural appearance. In Garray, less than 15 kilometers from the provincial capital, you will find the Numancia archeological site, which includes educational facilities. Also of interest are Burgo de Osma and the nearby Río Lobos Nature Reserve.
Santo Domingo de la Calzada: Second day
The town of Sto. Domingo is an excellent setting-off point for discovering the Upper Rioja region and its wealth of heritage linked to wine and viniculture, famous throughout the world. We recommend a visit to the Ontañón Winery/Museum (Logroño), the Haro Enology Station in Haro, the Vivanco Museum of the Culture of Wine in Briones, as well as some of the vineyards in the Upper Rioja region which are open to visitors. Another possibility is following the Wine Architecture Route (Gehry, Calatrava, Moneo, etc.). In Santo Domingo you can explore the exenta, or stand-alone, cathedral tower, the cathedral itself (high altar, the saint’s mausoleum, hen’s cage, cloister). Nearby lies the town of San Millán de la Cogolla (San Millán de Yuso Monastery and San Millán de Suso Monastery). Other highlights include the monastery of Santa María La Real in Najera and the monastery of Sta. María del Salvador in Cañas.
Calahorra: Third and fourth days
Rioja is the land of wine, an exceptional place where this product achieves its greatest expression. Near Calahorra you can discover the wineries of Lower Rioja, including Torres Librada (Alfaro) and Viña Herminia (Aldeanuela del Ebro). In Calahorra, we recommend exploring the cathedral, which is mostly in the Gothic style, and the Episcopal palace (16th – 17th centuries), late 16th-century Convent of the Discalced Carmelites (Carmelitas Descalzas), and neoclassical Santiago Church (17th and 18th-century).
Olite: Fifth day
As you approach Olite and see the town silhouetted against the horizon, you will feel that much awaits your discovery. The town offers you the opportunity to discover the palace of the Kings of Navarre, Sta. María la Real Church, San Pedro Apóstol Church, and Carlos III Square. You can explore the world of wine in the Navarre Museum of Wine and Vineyards, which is located in the same lovely square as the Parador. Other highlights include the Piedemonte, Marco Real and Bodega Ochoa wineries. Also of interest are the Piedemonte, Marco Real and Bodega Ochoa wineries. Another highlight is the nearby Oliva Monastery, a Cistercian abbey which was given this rank in 1948, following a restoration.
Sos del Rey Católico: Sixth and seventh days
Located to the north of the Cinco Villas (Five Towns) region, Sos has retained a medieval atmosphere in the steep streets of its center. Its proximity to Navarre made this an important military site, and King Fernando the Catholic was born here. Of interest to visitors is the 11th-century San Esteban Parish Church, and the ruins of the castle. The walls, which date from a later period, surround the village, intermingling with the houses built right up against them. The key element is La Fuente Alta Tower, also known as La Reina. Not to be missed is a visit to the nearby Benedictine monastery of San Salvador de Leyre, where you can listen to the singing of the monks, and Javier Castle, birthplace of Saint Francis Xavier.
Rates
Route with bed and breakfast (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 385 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 70 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 385 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 772 euros.
Route with half board (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 588 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 175 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 588 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 975 euros.
The route includes:
Seven nights’ stay in a standard double room with the meal option of your choice (Bed and Breakfast or Half Board)
The route does not include:
Transport, which is the responsibility of the guest(s)
Tours or tickets to monuments or places of interest (details provided for informational purposes only)
Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
The route begins on Sunday and ends on Sunday.
Neither the dates of your stay, nor the hotels, may be altered or changed during the route.
This route is valid for visits starting February 20-July 10 (inclusive) and August 21-December 18, 2011 (inclusive). Except visits starting April 17, May 29 and December 4, 2011.
This route and rates are not valid for groups.
The client must carry a valued voucher up to the total amount of the Route indicating the name of the Route. This voucher will be given to the first Parador of the Route.
Cancellations
Cancellations made less than 48 hours 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 on the first day 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.
Once the route has begun, failure to keep your reservation at any Parador without giving prior notice will result in automatic cancellation of the reservation at that Parador, as well as at the remaining Paradors on the route.