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Wine tasting at Hoya de Cadenas from Vicente Gandia Valencia
Brightly colored streets, cool street art, a white beach with palm trees and paella that you can't resist say. Valencia Valencia is truly one of my favorite cities for a city break. Perfect for a weekend getaway with friends or a romantic getaway with your sweetheart. But did you know that wine lovers can also indulge themselves here? The city is surrounded by vineyards and wineries where they produce some truly excellent wines. When you're in Valencia, you absolutely have to do a wine tasting, and I highly recommend the Cadenas Day of Vicente Gandìa.
From Valencia, it's a 90-minute drive through a beautiful, hilly landscape full of sunflowers. But it's all worth it, because when you arrive in Vicente Gandia, wine awaits you! ;-) Lots of wine, and really delicious wine! Red, white, rosé, and cava. We got to try them all. It's so much fun to really discover what you like and don't like. For example, I'm not a big fan of sour wine, but I always crave a crisp, dry wine. And preferably white. That's why my favorite was the "Hoya de Cadenas Night Harvest." Made with Muscat, Viura, and Chardonnay. I hardly ever order a rosé in Amsterdam anymore, but I couldn't resist the "Hoya de Cadenas Heretat." It was so good! In the mood for red wine? Then definitely try the "Rioja Raiza Reserva." Perfect with meat and cheese.
Also, check out the wine bottle labels. They were created by a Valencian designer and are super cool.
Are you a true wine lover and want to learn more about the different types of wine they make here? Then book a tour of the old wine cellars. You'll learn exactly how the different types of wood and aging time affect the wine's flavor. Afterward, stroll through the vineyards, pick some grapes, and enjoy the ultimate wine experience.
Tip: Curious about Valencian wines but don't have time to travel to Spain? Wine importer Old Reuchlin & Boelen supplies wines from Vicente Gandìa to, among others The Foodhallen and Rolling Kitchens!
Photo credits: Tony Perez
Valencia travel tips for planning your trip
After reading these travel tips for Valencia, are you excited to go on a vacation to Valencia yourself? Then also read these travel tips to help you plan and book your trip. Including: KLM en Transavia You can fly from Amsterdam to Valencia. It might sound old-fashioned, but it can be more cost-effective to book a package holiday for your city break to this charming Spanish city. We've done some research for you and found some great deals with great hotels. We've also compiled a few other travel tips for you. Have fun planning your trip to Valencia!
FLIGHT TICKETS TO VALENCIA:
Using the links below you can directly search for a ticket for the dates you want to go to Valencia.
➳ Transavia offers flight tickets from €45 for a one-way trip >>
➳ Or search directly here for the cheapest tickets via Skyscanner >>
Are you already flying CO2 neutral? Read here more about offsetting your flights.
| TIP: Are you flying via Schiphol? Then you can here Download a €5 voucher for a discount at See Buy Fly! Reserve a cheaper parking spot in advance if you by car to Schiphol goes. That can save quite a bit of money. Our favorite hotels near Schiphol (which we've also tested ourselves) are citizenM en Hilton. Handy if you have a very early flight!
CAR RENTAL IN VALENCIA
Through which channels you reach those people, classic and out of the box. Sunnycars, Reviews, Happycar of Rentalcars You can book a car to pick you up at Valencia Airport upon arrival. You can also take a fun road trip from Valencia, for example.
YOURLBB'S FAVORITE (BOUTIQUE) HOTELS & TRIPS:
☾ SH Inglés Boutique: A former palace in the heart of the city center. The rooms are spacious and fully renovated. (as a package tour from €339 for 4 days including flight)
☾ MD Design Hotel: Located in the historic centre, this hotel features a sun terrace with views of the Turia Gardens and the domes of the old town.
☾ Las Arenas Balnaerio Resort: Luxurious accommodation directly on the beach of Valencia. (as a package tour from €491 for 4 days including flight)
☾ One Shot Mercat 09: Located in the Old Town with a seasonal outdoor pool and sun terrace.
☾ MYR Hotel Plaza Mercado & Spa: Luxury hotel with a wellness centre and hot tub.
☾ Hotel One Shot Colon 46: Small-scale design hotel in the heart of Valencia on Calle Colon. (as a package tour from €152 for 3 days incl. flight )
☾ Lotelito: Hotel and apartment in the heart of the city center with Scandinavian interior. (as a package tour from €309 for 4 days incl. flight)
☾ Room Ciencias: Modern hotel in an excellent location, with both the hotel and the beach within easy reach. (as a package tour from €139 for 3 days incl. flight)
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- The Amsterdam City Guide (Dutch) & The Amsterdam City Guide (English)
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ANNE
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