Salses Castle & Tasting
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Port
Port-Vendres, France
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$130
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Take a pleasant one-hour drive to the village of Salses le Château, named for the incredibly well-preserved Salses Castle. Originally built as a Spanish fortress for King Ferdinand of Aragon -- the King of Spain during the discovery of the New World -- the castle sits on a narrow, flat stretch of land along the Mediterranean coast. It is through this passage that Hannibal's army crept toward Italy in 218 BC.
Your guide will take you on a walking tour of the castle, explaining its history and the importance of its strategic location at the ancient border between France and Spain.
Reboard the motorcoach for a drive to the wine region of Rivesaltes, famous for its soft wines and scenic landscapes. Visit Domaine de Besombes -- a well-known vineyard -- and enjoy a wine tasting before returning to Port-Vendres.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. You are welcome to bring any tour-related alcohol purchases (beer, wine, spirits) back to the ship with you to enjoy on board; there is no corkage fee.
Please note: Due to local logistical constraints, the wine tasting may be scheduled at the beginning of the itinerary rather than at its conclusion.