Silversea Luxury Cruises A PALAMOS

Discover the beautiful vineyards, innovative cellars and excellent wines of Finca Bell LLOC during this bespoke, half-day winery excursion with lunch.

Palamós, Finca Bell LLOC, Vineyard, Wine Cellar, Wine and Olive Oil Tastings

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Finca Bell LLOC. Designed by the architects RCB (awarded with the Pritzker in 2017), this wine cellar is an underground space integrated in the landscape. It is hidden below the vineyard, which gives this cellar a special, mysterious essence. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of the winery and cellar. During your cellar visit, learn about the vineyard, cellars, and wines produced here during a wine and olive oil tastings.

Catalan Lunch with Wine, Farm-Raised and Locally-Sourced Ingredients

Next, your introduction to the excellent wines produced here continues with a gastronomic lunch created by the local chef, Ángel, who offers traditional menus of Catalan cuisine with ingredients earmarked by the 'Girona' seal of quality. The Ingredients are fresh, with most of them obtained directly from the vegetable garden and farmyard, where they raise chickens, sheep, goats and Iberian pigs (fed mainly with acorns). The fish is brought in directly from the port of Palamós, and is among the featured products here. A delicious lunch served amidst your beautiful surrounds offers a wonderful introduction to the wines of Finca Bell LLOC. After lunch, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Explore one of the most beautiful villages in Costa Brava and a medieval castle owned by Salvador Dalí during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Palamós, Pubol, Dalí's Castle

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Pubol. Salvador Dalí married Gala, his muse, in 1958. Their relationship was, at certain points, obsessive, and so it was reflected in Dalí's works, thoughts and actions. Gala deserved the universe for him, and Dalí put it at her feet. Dali considered it to be obligatory for a muse to have a special place to reside, and for that purpose he acquired and designed the Castle of Dalí in 1969. Dalí completely reinvented this old, medieval building, always under the watchful eye of Gala. During your visit, your guide explains the main Dalinian decorative elements in each space, and escorts you through the different rooms where Gala lived and Dali worked.

Empordà Region, Begur Village, Medieval Castle Ruins, Indies House, Defencive Towers

Next, re-board your coach and head to the heart of the Empordà region for a visit to Begur, one of the most beautiful villages in Costa Brava. Upon arrival, take a guided stroll through the village to discover one of the most famous images of Begur; the ruins of the medieval castle overlooking the town. Other places to be seen during your walk include several 'Indies' houses, built in the Colonial style by natives who emigrated to America in the 19th century and returned with a considerable fortune. In addition, see the 16th-century defensive towers built by the people of Begur to protect themselves against pirate attacks. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Discover the medieval city depicted in the popular HBO series, Game of Thrones, during this immersive, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Girona, Historic City Centre, Guided Walking Tour, Game of Thrones Filming Locations

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to Girona. The 'Immortal City', beautiful Girona is rich in historic treasures, making it one of the most interesting monumental cities in Spain. Upon arrival, walk from the parking lot to its historic city centre, then begin your guided walking tour through the lovely streets and squares of the Old Town. Along the way, marvel at your surrounds, and discover why this beautifully-preserved medieval town was chosen as the location for filming scenes from the popular HBO series, Game of Thrones.

Jewish Quarter, Arab Baths

A visit is made to the interesting area of El Call (the Jewish Quarter). Upon arrival, walk through one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters inhabited for almost seven centuries. At the very heart of the Jewish Quarter are the Arab Baths with their beautiful arches. In spite of its name, the 12th-century construction of the baths is in the Western-Romanesque style.

Medieval City Walls, Gironella Tower

In addition, you may opt to explore the medieval City Walls and remains of the Torre Gironella (Gironella Tower), destroyed by Napoleon during his retreat in 1814 (good walkers only). The oldest fortification in Girona, the Gironella Tower is what's left of an old tower located on the tallest point of the Old Town of Girona. The Gironella Tower is known to have been around since 994, although some remains that have been found indicate it could have been part of the first Iberian settlement.

Local Restaurant, Four-Course Catalan Lunch

Following your tour, proceed to a local restaurant for a four-course Catalan lunch featuring creative, bold and innovative cuisine. After lunch, walk with your guide back to the coach parking lot, then re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Embrace the scenic splendour and Old World charm of the Costa Brava during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion to a pair of medieval villages.

Palamos, Empordà, Peratallada, Historic Centre, Guided Walking Tour, Refreshment

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Peratallada. Located in the heart of Empordà, Peratallada is an ideal place for a guided walking tour through its historic centre. This lovely village is carved of stone from the moat which surrounds Peratallada. Indeed its name means 'carved stone'. Peratallada is a classified historic site and is one of the most important medieval centres in Catalonia.

Before leaving this charming village enjoy a pastry and coffee in a local restaurant.

Pals Village, Old Quarter, Guided Walking Tour

Next, re-board your coach and head to the nearby village of Pals. This medieval Catalonian village was built on the Costa Brava between the 11th and 13th centuries, and declared a Site of Historical Interest in 1973. This hilltop village was built around a fortress and has kept its medieval appearance thanks to a local doctor, who, after the village had been neglected, took the lead in its restoration. Upon arrival, take a guided stroll through the streets of the Old Quarter, and enjoy breath-taking views of your surrounds.

At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Experience the world of Catalonian rice production in a unique new way during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion via little train.

Palamós, Pals Village, Little Train-Ride, Old Quarter, Empordà Rice Fields

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Pals. This medieval Catalonian village was built on the Costa Brava between the 11th and 13th centuries, and declared a Site of Historical Interest in 1973. This hilltop village was built around a fortress and has kept its medieval appearance thanks to a local doctor, who, after the village had been neglected, took the lead in its restoration. Upon arrival, board your awaiting little train for a picturesque ride into the Old Quarter of Pals. From here, your train-ride continues into the Empordà rice fields. En route, learn about rice production in this area.

Moli de Pals Mill, Rice-Bleaching Process, Beer Tasting, Little Train-Ride

A stop is made at the Moli de Pals Mill, which dates from 1452. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour. Along the way, observe the production process of bleaching rice, and participate in a tasting of beer made with rice from the Moli d'Arrossa. Following your visit, re-board your train and commence the panoramic ride back to Pals. Upon arrival, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

MAS MARCÈ, a local dairy farm, is run by a family of shepherds that goes back 6 generations. The grandfather of the present cheesemaker, Manel Marcè, decided to settle in Siurana (a small village in the Empordà) where he would live and carry on his shepherding legacy. In 2016, Manel returned to the farm to create a big new project: recovering the Ripollesa's sheep breed and start producing dairy products with an eco-friendly vision.

Your Host

Marc Gonkel has lived in Girona for years. He has many years of experience in the culinary industry, and, above all, a passion for food & wine and love for the beautiful region he now calls home.

Learn about the production of sheep dairy products at Mas Marce; Meet and interact with baby sheep; Cheese tasting;

Depart the pier for an approximately 1-hour drive to commence your S.A.L.T. Experience in Mas Marce farm.

Upon arrival, you'll learn how the local cheeses and yogurt are produced on the farm. You'll then visit the milking room, where you'll meet and interact with baby sheep.

Next, learn about the farm's sustainable efforts to obtain energy from natural resources. Last but certainly not least, taste several of the cheeses that are locally produced on the farm.

At the conclusion of your S.A.L.T. Experience, re-board your coach for your return drive back to the pier.

Explore Palamos at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car, with a guide. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Palamos at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car, with a guide. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Palamos at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van, with a guide. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Palamos at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van, with a guide. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.