Castile Day Trip from Madrid Cheese Wine and Heritage
Medina del Campo
About
Escape Madrid for a full-day journey into the heart of Castile, where history and gastronomy come together in the Valladolid region. Travel with your driver-guide to Medina del Campo and admire the iconic Castle of La Mota, brought to life through stories of Queen Isabella I of Castile and Joanna of Castile.
Continue with a hands-on visit to an artisan cheese producer, where you’ll learn traditional methods and enjoy tastings of aged sheep’s milk cheeses. Then, savor a reserved lunch at a local restaurant, with regional dishes and personalized recommendations.
In the afternoon, head to a prestigious winery in Rueda. Explore historic underground cellars, discover the fusion of wine, art, an...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to a traditional artisan sheep's milk cheese factory in the Castile region with cheese tasting
Reservation at a renowned, traditional restaurant serving authentic regional Castilian cuisine.
Briefing our driver - guide with your travel preferences and requests
Convenient pick-up at your hotel. Indicate it at check out.
Short guided walking tour in Medina del Campo & at Castle of La Mota. -Exteriors only-
Expert driver-guide (for groups 8 or larger, you will have a minibus with a driver and a guide)
Private car, van or minibus depending on group size.
Visit and tasting of three wines at a historic winery in the D.O. Rueda region
Feel free to select your preferred dishes; we'll take care of reserving the restaurant. Payment for the meal will be settled directly on-site.
There are no entrance tickets included to any monument.
Meeting Points
Departure
Pl. Canovas del Castillo, 5
Right in front of the Starbucks located in this square.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Begin your experience with a stop at the iconic Castle of La Mota, one of Castile’s most impressive medieval fortresses. Enjoy time to take photos and stroll through the charming main square of Medina del Campo.
As you explore, your guide will bring history to life with fascinating stories of Queen Isabella I of Castile and Joanna of Castile, adding depth and intrigue to your visit.
This cultural stop sets the perfect historical backdrop before continuing to your immersive culinary experiences.
1 hour
2
Quesería Campoveja
Step into the rich cheesemaking tradition of Castile and León with an exclusive, hands-on experience. Visit a local artisan producer and learn how raw sheep’s milk is transformed into award-winning cheese using time-honored methods.
Discover the secrets behind natural aging on wooden boards and traditional curing in underground cellars—techniques that create the region’s distinctive flavors. Get involved in the process, from curd formation to final stages, guided by local experts.
End your visit with a guided tasting of different aged varieties, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase authentic, locally crafted cheese directly from the source.
2 hours
3
Bodegas Mocen
After a pre-arranged lunch reservation at a local restaurant, continue to a prestigious winery in the heart of the Rueda region, renowned for its signature Verdejo wines.
This immersive experience blends winemaking with history, art, and culture. Begin in a traditional Castilian courtyard before descending into a labyrinth of underground cellars—some dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries—where wines age at a perfect natural temperature.
These historic caves also house a unique art collection and an impressive library, adding a cultural dimension to your visit.
The experience concludes with a guided tasting of three outstanding wines.
Castile Day Trip from Madrid Cheese Wine and Heritage
Medina del Campo
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$387.00
Price varies by group size
About
Escape Madrid for a full-day journey into the heart of Castile, where history and gastronomy come together in the Valladolid region. Travel with your driver-guide to Medina del Campo and admire the iconic Castle of La Mota, brought to life through stories of Queen Isabella I of Castile and Joanna of Castile.
Continue with a hands-on visit to an artisan cheese producer, where you’ll learn traditional methods and enjoy tastings of aged sheep’s milk cheeses. Then, savor a reserved lunch at a local restaurant, with regional dishes and personalized recommendations.
In the afternoon, head to a prestigious winery in Rueda. Explore historic underground cellars, discover the fusion of wine, art, an...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to a traditional artisan sheep's milk cheese factory in the Castile region with cheese tasting
Reservation at a renowned, traditional restaurant serving authentic regional Castilian cuisine.
Briefing our driver - guide with your travel preferences and requests
Convenient pick-up at your hotel. Indicate it at check out.
Short guided walking tour in Medina del Campo & at Castle of La Mota. -Exteriors only-
Expert driver-guide (for groups 8 or larger, you will have a minibus with a driver and a guide)
Private car, van or minibus depending on group size.
Visit and tasting of three wines at a historic winery in the D.O. Rueda region
Feel free to select your preferred dishes; we'll take care of reserving the restaurant. Payment for the meal will be settled directly on-site.
There are no entrance tickets included to any monument.
Meeting Points
Departure
Pl. Canovas del Castillo, 5
Right in front of the Starbucks located in this square.
Return
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