The Grand Spanish Odyssey

PYRENEES – EBRO VALLEY – BASQUE COUNTRY

May 1st to October 31st

PYRENEES LODGES & SIGNATURE HOTELS

Salvelinus reveals its most grandiose itinerary following the relaxed charm of Ebro River’s course and its tributaries through the Pyrenees while showcasing its best trout fishing, deep wine tradition, natural richness, and cultural legacy. 24 days painted out for you with the Salvelinus standard of attention to detail across the Pyrenean territories of Aragón, Catalonia, and Navarra; the emblematic wine regions of La Rioja and Priorat or the underrated Somontano; as well as historical cities of the Way of Saint James like Zaragoza, Logroño, or San Sebastián.

PRICE UPON REQUEST

The Secret Spain
Europe’s premier fly fishing lodges

La Rioja & Priorat
24/7 service, 100% private, 360º taste

Basque Culture
Michelin cuisine & century-old wines

24 Days, 360° Spanish Experience

FLY FISHING – CULTURE – NATURE – WINE

The waters of the Pyrenees flow toward the Ebro River, creating hundreds of valleys surrounded by dramatic peaks. The fertile Ebro Basin produces some of the world’s greatest red wines – rich but elegant, rather like the landscape where they are harvested. A region that benefits from a village-by-village approach because there is something unique behind every corner.

Ideal for

Fly fishing Europe’s premier waters on an overall, luxury travel experience
Discovering the Real Spain on a private 3 to 4-week multi-region vacation

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A la Carte Private Itinerary

YOUR PERSONAL TASTE AT YOUR OWN PACE

  • Day 1 – Welcome to the Ebro Valley
    Check In Hotel Frances

    Ground transfer from Barcelona airport
    Welcome appetizer, briefing, and dinner
    Overnight in Zaragoza – Hotel Frances

  • Day 2 – Zaragoza, Three Cultures

    UNESCO Mudéjar and Spain´s biggest baroque temple
    Private wine tasting sessions and “el Tubo” Tapas Tour
    Overnight in Zaragoza – Hotel Frances

  • Day 3 – Flavors of la Rioja
    Check In Hotel del Vino

    On the way to la Rioja, organic brunch in a family winery
    Artisan wine and dinner at a 19th century castle winery
    Overnight in La Rioja – Hotel del Vino

  • Day 4 – Rioja Alta & Barrio de la Estación

    World’s biggest century old concentration of wineries
    Countryside barbeque, and medieval village walking tour
    Overnight in La Rioja – Hotel del Vino

  • Day 5 –Historical Terroirs & Calados

    Best´s Rioja Alavesa terroir, wine tasting and lunch
    Historic caves and tasting at a private “Calado” wine cellar
    Overnight in La Rioja – Hotel del Vino

  • Day 6 – Tapas & Basque Country
    Check in La Villa or el Caserío

    The Saint James Way in Logroño and Sara’s tapas tour
    Ground transfer to San Sebastian, or Bilbao
    Overnight in Basque Country – La Villa or El Caserío

  • Day 7 – San Sabastian as a Local

    Traditions, art, and pintxos in Old Town
    From the local market to the Sociedad Gastronómica
    Overnight in Basque Country – La Villa or El Caserío

  • Day 8 – Welcome to the Pyrenees
    Check In Santa Cilia Fly Fishing Lodge

    Three-hour scenic drive from Basque Country to the lodge
    Welcome lunch, briefing, and guided fishing if desired
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Santa Cilia Lodge

  • Day 9 – On Hemingway’s Footsteps

    Anglers: The verdant western valleys for the native trout
    Travel companions: The beech grove & the cheese farm
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Santa Cilia Lodge

  • Day 10 – Ordesa National Park

    Anglers: Turquoise waters on dries for strong, speedy trout
    Travel Companions: Easy walking or hiking at your own pace
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Santa Cilia Lodge

  • Day 11 –El Camino de Santiago

    Anglers: Zebra Trout in its home waters, the Aragón River
    Travel Companions: Romanesque route and medieval Jaca
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Santa Cilia Lodge

  • Day 12 – El Río Grande

    Anglers: Sight Fishing for the Iberian trout and barbel
    Travel Companions: Forest wellness & detox therapies
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Santa Cilia Lodge

  • Day 13 – Wines of the Pyrenees
    Check-in Arén Lodge & Spa

    On the way to the next Lodge, ancient castles and Alquézar
    Private Michelin-star lunch and wine tasting in Somontano
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Arén Lodge

  • Day 14 – La Ribagorza Kingdom

    Anglers: Dry flies in freestones for browns and brookies
    Travel Companions: History, Nature & cathedral lunch
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Arén Lodge

  • Day 15 – The High Pyrenees

    Anglers: Gin clear water streams, creeks, and lakes
    Travel Companions: UNESCO, Aigües Tortes National Park
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Arén Lodge

  • Day 16 – Guara Canyons & Wines

    Anglers: Sizeable browns in a remote but accessible gorge
    Travel Companions: Biodynamic wineries in Costers Segre
    Dinner and overnight in the Pyrenees – Arén Lodge

  • Day 17 – Deep Catalonia

    Anglers: Sight fish tailwater trophy browns and bows
    Travel Companions: Traditions at medieval castles
    Dinner and Overnight in the Pyrenees – Arén Lodge

  • Day 18 – Welcome to Priorat
    Check In El Retiro Gastro Hotel

    Three hours scenic drive, sightseeing and Poblet Monastery
    Premier wine tasting with one of the four pioneers in Priorat
    Overnight in Priorat – El Retiro Gastro Hotel

  • Day 19 – Mediterranean Wine Tour

    The perfect Priorat terroir followed by an open air lunch
    Premier farewell wine and olive oil tasting experience
    Overnight in Priorat – El Retiro Gastro Hotel

  • Day 20 –Welcome to Girona
    Check In La Masía Boutique Hotel

    Two-hour transfer, sightseeing, and brunch on arrival
    Free day in the hotel’s pool or guided fly fishing, if desired
    Overnight in the Pyrenees – La Masía Boutique Hotel

  • Day 21 – Medieval Rivers & Villages

    Anglers: Prolific Catalonian freestone river
    Travel Companions: Girona gourmet and the Besalú
    Overnight in the Pyrenees – La Masía Boutique Hotel

  • Day 22 – Eastern Pyrenees Treasures

    Anglers: Tail water trophy Rainbows scenario
    Travel Companions: Costa Brava sightseeing and photo
    Overnight in the Pyrenees – La Masía Boutique Hotel

  • Day 23 – Sight Fishing, Spa & Relax

    Anglers: Stalking big browns on dries and droppers
    Travel Companions: Easy walking tours, spa and relax
    Overnight in the Pyrenees – La Masía Boutique Hotel

  • Day 24 – Safe Flight, See You Soon

    One and a half  hour chauffeured service to Barcelona

ITINERARY SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

All Included, Fully Guided, 24/7 Chauffeured

WHITE GLOBE SERVICE BY SALVELINUS

  • Chauffeured service including from/to BCN

  • Premier accommodations along itinerary

  • Gourmet meals, tapas, and tasting menus

  • Drinks, premier wine, beer, and spirits

  • Daily licenses, fly fishing gear, and flies

  • Entrance fees and private property access

  • Guided fly fishing for two weeks

  • Guided nature, adventure, and cultural tours

  • Private winery visits and gastro experiences

  • Sociedad Gastronómica and Michelin venues

  • Wine tasting with winery owners and experts

  • Wellness, private spa, and laundry service

An unforgettable holiday in Spain starts with Salvelinus

A team who treats their job as their passion. Their love for this magical territory spreads to those who choose Salvelinus.

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