About this experience
Escape the city's bustle and enjoy a relaxed day exploring Cava & Chocolate, a cherished local tradition just 45 minutes from Barcelona in the Penedès wine region. Upon arrival in Sant Sadurní, the scent of cocoa greets us in this charming town, home to Catalonia’s finest chocolate and Cava. A short walk brings us to a historic, family-run winery crafting premium organic Cava. We’ll tour the cellars, witness production steps, and taste various vintages in a peaceful courtyard.
Lunch features a 4-course seasonal menu with wine at an excellent village restaurant. Afterward, we visit a 175-year-old chocolate factory for a sensory journey through chocolate’s history and flavors. We return to Barcelona by late afternoon, enriched by the tastes, stories, and scenery of a truly authentic Catalan experience that blends tradition, craftsmanship, and culinary delight in one unforgettable day. A perfect getaway for food and wine lovers seeking depth, flavor, and cultural connection.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private guide for the whole tour.
- Exclusive tour at the premises of the Cava maker
- 4 course lunch menu with half a bottle of wine per person.
- Train tickets are included in the price.
- Entrance fee to the chocolate museum is included.
- Tasting of 3 premium Cava´s
Itinerary and highlights
Meeting point at the Apple Store.
We will take the train from Catalunya Square. The travel time is approx. 60 minutes in an air-conditioned train. For us the train is the most sustainable means of transportation in Spain. It is safe and convenient.
Strolling through the picturesque town of Sant Sadurní d’Anoia reveals charming narrow streets, quaint squares, and a peaceful atmosphere steeped in Catalan tradition. Surrounded by rolling vineyards, the town offers a perfect blend of history, local culture, and small-town warmth.
We will visit a family run, tradition Cava maker where we will learn all about Cava making and we will have an extensive tasting of several of their organic Cavas.
For lunch we will go to an excellent restaurant in the village where will have a 4 course menu with half a bottle of wine per person included. Since 1999 the restaurant has been offering market-based cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients at their peak. Their modern and creative dishes blend innovation with tradition, using new techniques to preserve the essence of each ingredient, all with a commitment to quality, humility, and perseverance.
We will visit the local chocolate factory that has been making exquisite chocolate for more than 100 years. We learn about the origins and the production and will have an abundance of chocolate to taste.
We will return by train to the starting point in Barcelona. The train ride takes approx. 60 minutes.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will meet at the corner of the Apple Store.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Dutch — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- The Barcelona Feeling
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk a total of 3 miles distributed over the whole day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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