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.
The beautiful city of Soria is a must-see after arrival with its two cultural and monumental reference points marking the city: San Polo and San Saturio with their poplar walks along the riverside. The nearby towns of Almarza, Narros, Golmayo and Arancón are spread around the city outskirts and preserve their rural feel. Less than 15 kilometres from the capital Soria, Garray is also a highlight where the Numancia settlement is located with its archaeology room. A visit to Burgo de Osma and nearby Río Lobos Nature Reserve is worth the effort.
Santo Domingo de la Calzada: Second day
The town of Santo Domingo is an excellent starting point to discover Upper Rioja and its world-famous wine heritage. In Santo Domingo explore the Exenta Tower and the Cathedral or visit the nearby town of San Millán de la Gogolla, home to the monasteries of San Millán de Yuso and San Millán de Suso. The monasteries of Santa María La Real in Najera and Santa María del Salvador in Cañas also make for interesting visits.
Calahorra: Third and fourth days
Get to know the Bodegas in Lower Rioja around Calahorra such as Torres Librada (Alfaro) or La Bodega Rioja Baja: Bodegas Viña Herminia (Aldeanuela del Ebro). A visit to the basically Gothic Cathedral in Calahorra is recommended as well as the Bishop¿s Palace (16th-17th centuries), Las Carmelitas Descalzas convent (late 16th century) and the neo-classical Santiago church (17th-18th centuries).
Olite: Fifth day
The town provides the chance to discover the Palace of the Monarchs of Navarre, Santa María la Real church, San Pedro Apóstol church and the Plaza Carlos III. Discover the world of wine at the Navarre Wine and Vineyard Museum, located in the same beautiful square as the Parador. The Piedemonte, Marco Real and Ochoa Bodegas are also of interest in the town of Olite. A visit to the nearby Cistercian La Oliva Abbey is worth the effort. La Oliva was raised to Abbey status in 1948 after its restoration.
Sos del Rey Católico: Sixth and seventh days
Located to the north of the Cinco Villas, it preserves its mediaeval atmosphere in the small steep streets in the centre. Its proximity to Navarre made it a major military base where Ferdinand the Catholic was born. A visit to the 11th-century San Esteban parish church, alongside the remains of the Castle, is worthwhile. The walls surrounding the town were built afterwards and blend with the attached houses. Do not forget to stop at the Benedictine abbey San Salvador de Leyre monastery, near Sos.
Rates
Route with bed and breakfast (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 368 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 280 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 368 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 736 euros.
Route with half board (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 564 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 378 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 564 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 932 euros.
The route includes:
Seven 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 Sunday.
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:
This route is valid for routes starting between 21 February and 11 July 2010 (inclusive). Routes starting between 22 August and 12 December 2010 (inclusive). Except routes starting 28 March and 30 May 2010.
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.