Siurana and Priotat Trekking | History and Wine Tasting

Arrivals in Tarragona
We take the short journey from Reus airport to Tarragona. Visit Tarragona roman amphitheatre. The first occupation of Tarragona is attributed to Gneus Scipio, who founded a Roman military camp here in 218 BC. It grew quickly and was named a colony of Rome in 45 BC by Julius Caesar. Tarragona is considered the most important Roman town in Spain.
The Roman Amphitheatre is situated on the coast, just off the Rambla Nova. At Tarragona’s highest point sits the 12th century cathedral; located within cathedral is the Museu Diocesà, housing an interesting collection of Catalan art.

The Archaeological Museum can be found at Plaça del Rei 5, overlooking the sea and the Necropolis Museum, just outside of the main town, displays one of the most important Christian burial sites in Spain, which was used between the 3rd and 5th centuries. We will arrive to meet you at 19.30hrs at the Hotel Placa de la La Fonta* or 3* Hotel in Tarragona. We will eat dinner at local restaurant.

Cornudella de Montsant – Siurana, St Maria 730m– Cornudella de Montsant
0830 Transfer from Tarragona hotel to Cornudella de Montsant, 45 mins, meeting for breakfast at 0730.
Approximately 14Km round trip. We climb up to Siurana (706m) and have a guided your of this atmospheric village perched on an escarpment. La Siurana is the Christian name for the town. Originally, it was known by the Latin name of La Seviriana, but was changed to Xibrana after being conquered by the Umayaads. A memorial cross was erected in 1953 to commemorate the reconquest of Siurana 800 years before in 1153, the last Muslim enclave to fall to the Christians in Catalonia. We pass the Siurana de Prades reservoir and castle. If you would like to climb this day we can do it but need to know in advance. We will take lunch in Siurana. Cornudella is a cute climbers town where we will stay for the night. Lo Refugio Cornudella de Montsant 13.6km, 6hrs including lunch +447m – 429m (B,L)

Cornudella – La Mussara or transfer to Arboli and walk. Starting from the chapel of St Paul we contour until there is the opportunity to climb up Puig Gallicant to an abandoned village, occupied until 1965 when the resident farmers moved down to Arboli. Local people made a living from farming wheat, oats, rye and chickpeas in their farms and vineyards, in the flatter areas of lower height. We then pass the spectacular Gorg del Mas des Frares before entering the deep sided canyon walls of Febro and reaching the refuge de Mussara. On arrival at Mussara we will transfer to our accommodation in Prades where we will stay the next 2 nights. Prades also has a pool aa well as beautiful architecture. 11km, +487m – 234m. (B,L,D)

In the morning we transfer back up to La Mussara where the refuge is currently closed for renovation An easy day through beautiful forest via pont de Goi and Covas de les Gralles from where we will walk down until to Prades village (in the Major square we will find one of the most famous fountains in the country). Prades is a fabulous village

Spectacular route via the quaint village of Albarca. Magnificent views of Montsant and an intriguing and photogenic path. Albarca was depopulated after the Spanish Civil war. In Arabic it means blessed mountain and was the high point for the high road between Llieda and Fraga. The chapel la mere de Deu you can see was founded in the 12th century. We spend this night in Cornudella and enjoy its vibrant, multicultural charm. Well known also as a hub for climbers there are many fine bakeries and cafes. Apartments Cal Giral 1 and 2, Cornudella de Montsant. Distance: 19.8km+608m – 908m (B,L,D)

In the morning we catch a bus to Falset which takes around 40 minutes from where we take a 2 hour walk from Falset to Gratellops before our vinyard visit and coastal finish.
On your walk you will discover the ancient bridle paths that linked Falset with Gratallops, a village located deep in the heart of Priorat and well known for centuries for its excellent wines. This will be your first stop, having time to savour the delicious wines of the DOQ (Apellation) of Priorat. Celler Devinssi is a small artisan wine producer in Gratallops established in year 2000. We elaborate DOQ Priorat wines and we are determined about the quality of our products. Try at least 3 wines during a guided tasting with a local winemaker, on the vineyard with breath-taking views, tasting included. Following this we will get a taxi to the train station in Falset and catch a train to Reus at 17.59 where we will spend the night or be tranported there. If on public transport we use the local bus to get to the train station, leaving this small wine country.
Hotel in Reus. Let me know if you prefer to stay in Cambrils. (B,L)

Beach morning or departures. The Catalonian town of Cambrils is up in northeastern Spain, along the glamorous Costa Dorada. It’s a polished fishing village that’s retained its old town charm, which means a great mix of markets in the old town, nightlife on the promenade and Michelin-starred restaurants on tucked-away side streets. We depart in the morning or early afternoon according to your flight time. (B)