Tour from Madrid to Toro with wine.

Reasons why you might consider visiting Toro in Zamora:

Visiting Toro, in Zamora, can offer an experience rich in history, culture, and
gastronomy. Here are some reasons to consider a visit to this place:

High-quality wine: Toro is known for its wines, especially the red wine made from the Tinta
de Toro grape. Visiting the local wineries is a must-see experience for wine
lovers.

Historical and artistic heritage: Toro has an impressive collection of historical
monuments, such as the Collegiate Church of Santa María la Mayor, a magnificent
example of Spanish Romanesque with its famous polychrome portico. It also has a
very charming bullring.

Spectacular landscapes: From Toro, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Duero River and its
surroundings, which offers opportunities for photography and nature tourism.

Cultural Events: Toro hosts a number of cultural events throughout the year, such as
wine fairs and traditional festivals, which allow you to immerse yourself in
the local culture.

There is also pleasure on the way. Medina del Campo and Tordesillas are worth a stop on
the way to Toro.

Does the Toro designation of origin have anything to envy of the Ribera del Duero? And
vice versa?

The Toro designation of origin (DO) and the Ribera del Duero DO are two of the most
prestigious wine regions in Spain, and each has its own characteristics and
strengths. Deciding whether one has anything to "envy" of the other
depends largely on the specific criteria used for comparison.

History and Prestige:

Ribera del Duero: It has a longer-standing recognition and has achieved significant
international prestige, in part thanks to renowned wineries such as Vega
Sicilia. The DO was established in 1982 and has rapidly grown in popularity.

Toro: Although it has a long winemaking tradition, the DO Toro was officially
recognised in 1987, a little after Ribera del Duero. However, in recent years
it has gained a lot of recognition, standing out for its quality and
uniqueness.

Program:

 8.30 am departure from Madrid. 

11 am Visit to the first winery.

12.45 pm Visit to the second winery.

2.30 pm Lunch in a good restaurant in Toro

4.15 pm Walk through Toro, its main square, its fantastic Collegiate church, the
viewpoint of the Duero River, Visit to the Cathedral of Burgos

5 pm We leave Toro.

6 pm Visit to Medina del Campo or Tordesillas.

6.30 pm We leave for Madrid.

8.10 pm Arrival in Madrid, Plaza del Conde de Casal.

Lunch is not included in the price of the Tour. There are different options for eating

from €15 to €45.

Tour Program

Departure
from Madrid, Hotel Claridge (Cafeteria), Plaza del Conde de Casal 6, 28007
Madrid (see on map)

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Included

Wine tasting

All activities

Small group guaranteed

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle

Professional local guide

Excluded

Food and drinks, except those specified

Lunch

Tips (Recommended)

Additional information

Minimum drinking age is 18 years old

Casual dress code

Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)

Not wheelchair accessible

Departure time 8.30 AM