Day 1, Thursday May 23, 2024: Arrival

Arrive at Valencia airport and be whisked away to our charming hotel in Rubielos de Mora. Indulge in a welcome drink and a light Spanish tapas lunch on our hotel terrace, setting the stage for a week filled with tranquility and cultural immersion. Free afternoon to settle in and explore the picture-perfect medieval town that will be your home base for the next 4 nights. This evening our chef will prepare a hearty Aragonese meal for you to enjoy alongside our open bar. After dinner why not take your drinks into the hotel garden or out onto the square and experience the laid back atmosphere of Spanish village life. (L, D)

Day 2, Friday May 24, 2024: Nature, Yoga, and Truffles

Awaken your senses with invigorating yoga and body flow on the terrace, followed by breakfast and leisure time. Later this afternoon, experience the thrill of truffle hunting at a local farm, indulge in a truffle-based dinner (wine and beer included), and return to the hotel for a relaxed evening filled with games or quiet reading. For the more adventurous, why not grab a flashlight and head just a short walk outside the town walls to do some stargazing? The stars shine brighter here than almost anywhere else! (B, D)

Day 3, Saturday May 25, 2024: Albarracin, Ancient Pine Forest Hike and Prehistoric Cave Art

Our chef Mada will prepare picnic lunches for you all this morning before we embark on a bus journey to Albarracin, an enchanting walled Moorish village. Explore this gem before venturing to the awe-inspiring Pinares de Rodeno pine and rock forest for an easy 2.5 hour hike Visit caves with 7-9,000 year old cave paintings sprinkled throughout this stunning landscape. Return in time for dinner and relaxation in Rubielos de Mora. (B, L, D)

Day 4, Sunday May 26, 2024: Paella Cooking Fiesta

Rejuvenate with morning yoga and a serene stretching session, followed by a free afternoon. For those interested in exploring the village with an artistic eye, we’ll provide you with sketch books and art materials, so you can record your favorite details: door knockers, streetlamps, medieval and renaissance architecture or the surrounding landscape. In the evening, gather in the hotel’s restaurant for a traditional paella cooking lesson: don chef hats and aprons, and learn our chef Mada’s secrets behind this iconic Spanish dish. Sit down to a farewell Spanish feast with your culinary masterpiece. (B, D)

Day 5, Monday May 27, 2024: Departure

Conclude this remarkable journey with a final rich Spanish buffet breakfast. Say adios to Rubielos de Mora as we take you to Valencia for a free day exploring this stunning city. Your bus will transfer you from Valencia center to the airport, carrying memories of unforgettable experiences. (B)

WHAT’S INCLUDED

- Expert yoga/fitness instructor

- Yoga mats, blocks, resistance bands (you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer)

- All cultural activities detailed in itinerary

- Material for sketching activity

- 4 nights in a 16th century castle/hotel

- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners made from local products

- Open bar during and after dinner (including tap beer, red and white wine and Tinto de Verano, soft drinks, sparkling and mineral water)

- Transfers from and to Valencia airport (one transfer from and to, times to be announced pre-tour)

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

- Flights to and from Valencia

- Transfer to and from Rubielos de Mora if you do not wish to take advantage of the transfer times offered. We will offer one transfer on arrival day and one on departure day depending on arrival and departure times of the majority of the group

- Luggage

- Travel insurance

- Personal expenses

- Tips for your guide, chef, hotel staff

- Lunches (except where specified)

- Drinks (i.e. mixed drinks, cocktails, etc.) other than those detailed in the “what’s included” section

- Optional activities not mentioned as included in itinerary (massages, acupuncture, reiki etc.)

- Visas where required