Seville Sherry, Wine & Tapas Adventure
Seville, Spain
From EUR 78.00
Office phone number: +34 652 799 445
Seville Sherry, Wine & Tapas Adventure
Seville, Spain
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
The enchanting streets of Seville hide a (poorly kept) secret; culinary delights wherever you go! The sheer scale of options here can be overwhelming for even the experienced foodie. That’s why you should join a local guide on an Urban Adventures’ sherry-drenched evening tapas adventure and squeeze the most out of Spain’s culinary capital. Learn about the famous tapas culture, admire some of the city sights and discover the delights of Andalucia’s nearby sherry triangle as we schmooze our way around our favourite local bars and restaurants. Salud!
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Highlights
- Explore two of Seville’s most hip and happening neighbourhoods by night
- Get to know your manzanilla from your oloroso with a sherry tasting crash-course
- Feel like a local in the oldest bar in Sevilla and try traditional tapas dishes
- Taste the best Iberian ham, Spanish cheese and tapas favourites such as montaditos and codfish
- Discover some of Seville’s most famous historical tales as you stroll the streets with a local guide
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 - 3.5 hours
- Meeting point:
At Metropol Parasol, just at the beginning of the escalators, under the main structure of the building
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- Starting time: 7.00 PM
- Ending point:
Feria Market
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, wine tasting (2 glasses of sherry, plus aperitifs), 3 glasses of wine and 3 tapas plates per person.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your local guide, extra food/drinks not included in the tour description.
Our foodie adventure begins at the Metropol Parasol, the biggest wooden structure in the world. An old and traditional city like Sevilla is full of contrasts and this modern leisure space certainly contrasts with the Baroque and Gothic architecture that the city is known for.
Our first stop will be a gourmet wine shop in a very old building where we’ll focus on sherry. It wasn’t so long ago that sherry was considered a Christmas tipple for Grandma but in Southern Spain, it’s been a popular aperitif for centuries. And now the world’s hippest bars are finally starting to catch up, with more and more stocking a discerning fortified wine collection. Seville is less than 100 kilometres from Spain’s sherry triangle and, along with sweet vermouth, the Sevillians have really taken this tipple to their hearts. Together we’ll try two different types of sherry, paired with local gourmet delights such as manchego cheese and Iberian ham and discuss the production process.
Strolling the romantic cobblestone streets again, we’ll make our way towards Soho Benita, a trendy shopping area that’s popular with local artists showing off their latest masterpieces. It’s here that we will find the oldest bar in Sevilla, which opened all the way back in 1670. The interior remains relatively untouched by modernity, so it’s a great place to come and soak up some proper Sevillian history and try traditional local dishes. We will taste an unusual local red wine (from the province of Andalucia) paired with our favourite classic tapas dishes, surrounded by antiquated liquor and wine bottles (perfect for those authentic holiday snaps!)
A picturesque 10-minute walk will take us to our next culinary pitstop; a local bar with an interesting selling point: it claims to be the quietest establishment in town. Find out why as we devour a tapas feast of codfish, prawns and montaditos, all washed down with a glass of the house wine.
Our last culinary experience of the day comes courtesy of a modern and elegant restaurant close to the Feria market, which boasts exciting fusion cuisine alongside a huge variety of Spanish wines. Try one last savoury dish or opt for a sumptuous dessert instead, alongside one final drink.
Your tour ends here. If you’d like to continue your night, your guide can give you recommendations on where to visit next or they can give you directions back to your accommodation. Whatever you do, don’t forget to ask for more tips on what to see, do and eat during your stay in Seville.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, wine tasting (2 glasses of sherry, plus aperitifs), 3 glasses of wine and 3 tapas plates per person.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your local guide, extra food/drinks not included in the tour description.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@sevilleurbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +34 652 799 445
Email address: info@sevilleurbanadventures.com
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