Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Spanish Mediterranean, where history, culture, gastronomy, and breathtaking landscapes come together to create a truly unique experience. From the architectural masterpieces of Barcelona and the spiritual beauty of Montserrat to the Roman legacy of Tarragona and the vibrant traditions of Valencia, every day reveals a new chapter of one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations. Enjoy exclusive cultural visits, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, renowned culinary experiences, prestigious wine tastings, and authentic encounters with local traditions, all carefully designed for Rotary participants seeking meaningful travel, cultural enrichment, and lasting connections. More than a tour, this is an inspiring Mediterranean experience that celebrates friendship, discovery, and the timeless spirit of human achievement.
DAY 1-2 BARCELONA
DAY 1.
BARCELONA.
Welcome to Catalonia.
Arrival at Barcelona Airport and meeting with the assistance team.
Transfer to the selected hotel in the city center.
Barcelona is one of the most admired cities in Europe. Cosmopolitan, creative, and open to the Mediterranean, it has successfully preserved its historical heritage while becoming a global benchmark for architecture, design, gastronomy, and quality of life.
Founded as a Roman colony under the name Barcino, the city experienced significant growth during the Middle Ages thanks to maritime trade and gained international recognition through the artistic revolution of Catalan Modernism.
After check-in, time to relax and begin discovering the city’s Mediterranean atmosphere.
Welcome Dinner.
The first evening will allow participants to share their first impressions while enjoying the renowned Catalan hospitality.
Catalan gastronomy is considered one of the most influential in the Mediterranean, the result of centuries of cultural and commercial exchanges.
During dinner, the Tour Leader will present the itinerary and explain the main cultural highlights that will be explored throughout the journey.
Overnight stay in Barcelona.
DAY 2.
BARCELONA.
The City of Gaudí and the Soul of the Mediterranean.
Breakfast at the hotel.
The day will be dedicated to discovering Barcelona’s most important cultural and architectural landmarks.
Sagrada Família.
The visit begins at the Basilica of the Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí’s most emblematic masterpiece and one of the most visited monuments in Europe.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Works of Antoni Gaudí, it represents a unique synthesis of architecture, spirituality, and nature.
Participants will discover the symbolism of its façades, the spectacular interior inspired by a natural forest, and Gaudí’s innovative vision, whose masterpiece continues to be under construction more than a century after its inception.
Today, the basilica stands as one of the great symbols of Barcelona and of human creativity.
Park Güell.
Continuation to Park Güell.
Also declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this space reflects Gaudí’s extraordinary ability to integrate architecture and landscape.
During the visit, participants will discover its mosaics, panoramic terraces, and organic structures inspired by the forms of nature.
Its viewpoints offer some of the finest views over Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea.
Casa Batlló.
The Modernist experience continues with a visit to Casa Batlló.
Considered one of Gaudí’s masterpieces, the building amazes visitors with its undulating forms, colorful façade, and symbolism inspired by the legend of Saint George (Sant Jordi), the patron saint of Catalonia.
The visit provides insight into the remarkable level of technical and artistic innovation achieved by Catalan Modernism.
Lunch at Can Culleretes.
Lunch at the oldest restaurant in Catalonia, founded in 1786.
Can Culleretes is part of Barcelona’s history and has served as a meeting place for artists, writers, and intellectuals for generations.
This gastronomic experience offers the opportunity to discover some of the most representative recipes of traditional Catalan cuisine, prepared with locally sourced products and deeply rooted cultural traditions.
Gothic Quarter.
In the afternoon, tour of the historic heart of Barcelona.
The Gothic Quarter preserves the city’s medieval layout and provides insight into Barcelona’s evolution from Roman times to its consolidation as a major Mediterranean commercial power.
Its narrow streets, historic squares, and monumental buildings tell the story of centuries of history.
Barcelona Cathedral.
The Cathedral is one of the finest examples of Catalan Gothic architecture.
Its construction reflects the economic and religious power achieved by the city during the Middle Ages.
Jewish Quarter.
Barcelona’s former Jewish Quarter was one of the most important in the Iberian Peninsula.
During the visit, participants will learn about the influence of the Jewish community on the city’s economic, scientific, and cultural development.
Plaça del Rei.
One of the best-preserved medieval ensembles in Europe.
This square was the setting for key events in the history of the Crown of Aragon.
Las Ramblas.
Walk along Barcelona’s most iconic boulevard.
Its vibrant atmosphere, commercial activity, and cultural diversity make it one of the city’s most representative urban spaces.
La Boqueria Market.
Visit to Catalonia’s most famous market.
Participants will discover the richness of Mediterranean products that have earned Catalan gastronomy its international reputation.
Chocolate and Churros Experience.
A tradition deeply rooted in Spanish culture, offering the opportunity to enjoy one of the country’s most beloved flavors.
Dinner.
Dinner and overnight stay in Barcelona.
DAY 3 MONTSERRAT AND PENEDÈS
DAY 3.
MONTSERRAT AND PENEDÈS.
Spirituality, Landscapes, and Wine Culture.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for Montserrat.
Montserrat.
Montserrat is one of the most emblematic places in Catalonia.
Its unique geological formation has created one of the most spectacular landscapes on the Iberian Peninsula.
The mountain is part of the Montserrat Protected Natural Area and serves as a spiritual and cultural symbol for millions of people.
Benedictine Monastery.
Founded in the 11th century, the monastery has played an essential role in preserving Catalan culture.
Over the centuries, it has become a center of pilgrimage, knowledge, and spirituality.
La Moreneta.
Access to the sanctuary of the Virgin of Montserrat, the patron saint of Catalonia.
Popularly known as La Moreneta, she is one of the most venerated religious figures in Spain.
Audiovisual Experience.
The audiovisual presentation will provide insight into the geological formation of the mountain, the history of the monastery, and its cultural influence.
Montserrat Boys’ Choir.
Attendance at a performance by the Montserrat Boys’ Choir, one of the oldest children's choral schools in Europe.
Its performances have been part of Catalan cultural heritage for centuries.
Lunch at Restaurant Cisneros.
Lunch in the monastery surroundings.
The gastronomic experience reflects the culinary traditions associated with the mountain and the inland cuisine of Catalonia.
PENEDÈS.
In the afternoon, continuation to the wine-producing region of Penedès.
Penedès Wine Region.
Penedès is one of Europe’s leading wine-producing regions.
Its vineyard landscapes are part of Catalonia’s cultural identity and represent centuries of agricultural tradition.
Winery Visit.
The visit will provide insight into the production process of the wines and cavas that have brought international recognition to the region.
Wine and Cava Tasting.
Participants will discover the importance of the Penedès Designation of Origin and of cava, one of Catalonia’s most renowned products.
Return to Barcelona.
Dinner and overnight accommodation.
DAY 4 TARRAGONA AND VALENCIA
DAY 4.
TARRAGONA AND VALENCIA.
From Roman Hispania to the Mediterranean City.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for Tarragona.
Tarragona – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ancient Tarraco was the capital of Hispania Citerior and one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire outside Italy.
The Archaeological Ensemble of Tarraco was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to the exceptional preservation of its Roman monuments.
Roman Amphitheatre.
Located facing the Mediterranean Sea, it is one of the most spectacular examples of Spain’s Roman heritage.
This was the venue for gladiatorial combats and major public spectacles.
Roman Circus.
Considered one of the best-preserved Roman circuses in Europe.
It offers insight into the importance of chariot racing within Roman society.
Roman Walls.
The walls represent some of the oldest Roman defensive structures preserved on the Iberian Peninsula.
Historic Center.
Walking tour through Tarragona’s old town, where Roman heritage coexists with medieval and Mediterranean influences.
Lunch.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
VALENCIA.
Continuation to Valencia.
A bright and elegant city, Valencia has been one of the Mediterranean’s major commercial centers for centuries.
Arrival at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight accommodation.
DAY 5-6 VALENCIA Y ALBUFERA
DAY 5.
VALENCIA AND ALBUFERA.
History, Tradition, and Nature.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Historic Center of Valencia.
Guided tour through the historic heart of the city.
Valencia preserves an extraordinary heritage that combines Roman, Islamic, Gothic, and Renaissance influences.
Valencia Cathedral.
One of the city’s most important monuments.
Its history reflects Valencia’s religious and cultural evolution throughout the centuries.
Plaza de la Virgen.
The focal point of Valencian life and one of the city’s most representative public spaces.
La Lonja de la Seda.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Considered one of the masterpieces of European civil Gothic architecture, it symbolizes the economic prosperity achieved by Valencia during its Golden Age.
Central Market.
Exterior visit to one of the most impressive Modernist markets in Europe.
It reflects the richness of Valencian agriculture and gastronomy.
City of Arts and Sciences.
Panoramic visit of the complex designed by Santiago Calatrava.
This architectural ensemble symbolizes modern Valencia and its commitment to innovation and knowledge.
ALBUFERA NATURAL PARK.
Continuation to one of the most important natural areas of the Mediterranean.
Albufera is protected as a Natural Park and internationally recognized as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance.
Traditional Boat Ride.
Navigation across the lagoon to discover the landscapes that have shaped Valencian life for centuries.
The Rice Fields of Albufera.
Participants will learn about the origins of authentic Valencian paella.
The rice fields form part of the region’s historic landscape and represent one of Valencia’s most distinctive cultural elements.
Traditional Valencian Lunch.
A gastronomic experience dedicated to the most internationally renowned dish of Valencian cuisine.
Paella will be enjoyed in the very environment where this iconic recipe was born, reinforcing the connection between territory, agriculture, and gastronomy.
Artisanal Horchata Tasting.
An experience dedicated to one of Valencia’s most emblematic products.
Horchata made with Valencia Tiger Nuts (Chufa de Valencia PDO) will provide an opportunity to discover a unique gastronomic tradition deeply rooted in the Valencian countryside.
Farewell Dinner.
Final dinner of the journey.
An evening designed to celebrate the shared experience, remember the highlights of the trip, and toast the new bonds created throughout the journey.
Overnight stay in Valencia.
DAY 6.
VALENCIA.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out.
Transfer to Valencia Airport.
End of our services.
SERVICES INCLUDED.
Exclusive Experiences Included.
• Traditional chocolate with churros
• Penedès wine and cava tasting
• Boat ride on the Albufera lagoon
• Traditional Valencian artisanal horchata tasting
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED.
● Flights to/from Spain
● City tourist taxes (if applicable)
● Personal expenses (drinks outside meals, minibar, laundry, etc.)
● Single room supplement
● Any services not explicitly mentioned in the “Included” section
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Access, rectification, deletion and portability of your data, limitation, and opposition to its processing, as well as not being subject to decisions based solely on the automated processing of your data.
At The Genuine Travel Experience S.L., we work to offer you the best possible experience through our products and services. In some cases, it is necessary to collect information to achieve this. We care about your privacy and believe we should be transparent about it.
For this reason, and for the purposes of the provisions of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 of 2016 (hereinafter, “GDPR”) regarding the protection of natural persons with regard to data processing personal data and the free circulation of these data, and Law 34/2002, of July 11, on Information Society Services and electronic commerce (hereinafter, “LSSI”), The Genuine Travel Experience S.L. informs the user that, as data controller, it will incorporate the personal data provided by users into an automated file.
Our commitment begins by explaining the following to you:
If you want more information about the processing of your data, consult the different sections of the privacy policy below:
Who is responsible for the processing of your personal data?
Identity: The Genuine Travel Experience SL
Registered office: calle Mariá Cubì, nº 10 – 7º-1ª 08006 Barcelona (Spain)
C.I.F. nº: B70643259
Email: support@thegenuinetravel.com
The Genuine Travel Experience SL has designated a contact person as the internal GDPR manager within your organization. If you wish to make a query regarding the processing of your personal data, you can contact him by email: support@thegenuinetravel.com
What personal data do we collect?
The personal data that the user may provide:
- Name and surname
- Phone number
- CIF/NIF
- Business name
- Bank data
- Address and Zip
- Email.
- Location.
- IP address, date and time in which you accessed our services, internet browser you use and data about the device’s operating system.
Comments about the service to be hired and needs.
In some cases, it is mandatory to complete the registration form to access and enjoy certain services offered on the website, in this case to be able to be a user of it; Therefore, failure to provide the requested personal data or failure to accept this data protection policy means it will be impossible to subscribe and/or register for our services..
Why and for what purpose do we process your data?
At The Genuine Travel Experience SL we process the information provided to us by interested parties for the following purposes:
• Manage and carry out the service contracted by the user, its billing and collection.
• Customer data may be used to carry out market studies (statistical reports), which allow expanding and improving the products or services of The Genuine Travel Experience SL. In any case, no personal data will be included in the statistical reports prepared.
• Manage the sending of the information requested from us, as well as any other query you may have that is not subject to the conditions of the website or the contracting of the service.
• Develop commercial actions and carry out the maintenance and management of the relationship with the user, as well as the management of the services offered through the website and information tasks and subsequent follow-up.
• In some cases it will be necessary to provide information to Authorities or third companies for audit reasons, as well as handle personal data from invoices, contracts and documents to respond to claims from clients or Public Administrations.
We inform you that the personal data obtained, because of your registration as a user, will form part of the Record of Activities and Processing operations where The Genuine Travel Experience SL. is the owner, which will be updated periodically in accordance with the provisions of the RGPD.
What is the legitimacy for the processing of your data?
The processing of your data may be based on the following legal bases:
• Consent to contract online services from the website through the contact form and therefore for the execution of a contract at the request of the interested party. (Art.6.1 b) GDPR. For the execution of the provision of the corresponding service, the delivery of the data is necessary since, otherwise, the requested services cannot be offered.
• Processing of customer data to carry out statistical reports (market studies) based on the legitimate interest of the company, which is considered prevalent, to the extent that no more data will be processed than those provided by users with the sole purpose of being able to improve with respect to the services offered by the entity. Additionally, the statistical reports will not contain personal data of the users, being anonymized.
• To be able to respond to your request or query and follow up after contracting the service. Providing the data is voluntary, although, if you do not do so, the request, query or claim cannot be responded to. Therefore, the communication of your personal data for these purposes is a necessary requirement so that we can respond to the requests made in this way.
• The prospective offer of products and services to clients is based on the satisfaction of the legitimate business interest consisting of being able to offer our clients the contracting of products or services and thus achieve their loyalty. In any case, the authorization to process your data for this purpose is voluntary and your refusal would only have the consequence of the fact that you would not receive commercial offers for our products or services. However, we remind you that you have the right to object to this processing of your data, and you may do so by any of the means described in this Policy.
• Legitimate interest in the processing of our clients’ data in direct marketing actions and express consent of the interested party for everything related to automatic assessments and profiling.
• Compliance with legal obligations for fraud prevention, communication with public authorities and claims from third parties.
How long do we keep your data?
The processing of data for the purposes described will continue for the time strictly necessary to comply with the commercial relationship with the client, as well as for compliance with the legal obligations arising from the processing of the data.
To which recipients are your data communicated?
In some cases, only when necessary, The Genuine Travel Experience SL will provide user data to third parties. However, data will never be sold to third parties. The external service providers with whom The Genuine Travel Experience SL works may use the data to provide the corresponding services, however, they will not use said information for their own purposes or for transfer to third parties.
The Genuine Travel Experience SL seeks to guarantee the security of personal data when sent outside the company and ensures that third-party service providers respect confidentiality and have appropriate measures to protect personal data. These third parties have the obligation to guarantee that the information is treated in accordance with data privacy regulations and in accordance with the provisions of Art.28 RGPD and Art.32.
In some cases, the law may require the disclosure of personal data to public bodies or other parties, only what is strictly necessary for compliance with such legal obligations.
The personal data obtained may also be shared with other companies in the group.
The Genuine Travel Experience SL as Data Processor, we have to inform that the owner of the personal data used and stored by the client within the framework of the services offered by the Website, are the property of the client acting as the sole person responsible for the data. . In this way, The Genuine Travel Experience SL acts as the person in charge of hosting this data. Therefore, it informs that it will not access or use this data, unless it is strictly necessary within the framework of the execution of the services and within the established technical and security limitations.
Therefore, The Genuine Travel Experience SL as a service provider will not resell this data or use it for personal purposes (such as data mining, profiling or direct marketing).
In what cases can The Genuine Travel Experience SL be forced to access the data stored and used by the client within the framework of the services?
The Genuine Travel Experience SL. You will only access this data under two circumstances:
• To guarantee the correct execution of the services and improve customer service when the latter contacts The Genuine Travel Experience SL support. In this case, access to customer data will be regulated by specific permissions and specific control and security measures.
• To comply with legal obligations within the framework of judicial and/or administrative requirements. These requirements are strictly regulated.
Access within the framework of The Genuine Travel Experience SL support:
When the client contacts The Genuine Travel Experience SL support, depending on the reason for the query, they can access two categories of data. On the one hand, with the aim of better responding to the client’s request, The Genuine Travel Experience SL support will access the information provided by the client when creating their The Genuine Travel Experience SL account (name, surname, telephone number, email ...).
On the other hand, exclusively at the express request of the client and subject to the technical limitations of each service, The Genuine Travel Experience SL support can access the data stored by the client in its services with the aim of identifying the origin of a problem and, where appropriate, solve it.
Access within the framework of the request of a judicial or administrative authority:
To comply with current regulations, The Genuine Travel Experience SL is obliged to respond to requests from judicial or administrative authorities. These data access requests are governed by a strict legal framework, so The Genuine Travel Experience SL only authorizes them once it has verified their validity and foundation. Furthermore, if the request or the Law does not prevent it, The Genuine Travel Experience SL undertakes to inform the client of said request as soon as possible. Applications from a third country will only be processed when they are based on an international agreement, such as a judicial cooperation treaty in force between the requesting country and the European Union or a Member State.
Where is your data stored?
Generally, data is stored within the EU. The data that is sent to third parties that do not belong to the EU, we will ensure that they guarantee a sufficient level of protection, by having Binding Corporate Rules (BCR). You can consult the list of these countries on the European Commission website. Thanks to the guarantees offered by The Genuine Travel Experience SL regarding data transfer, the client can comply with its regulatory obligations. Article 45 of the GDPR, which specifies cases of "transfers based on an adequacy decision", establishes that a transfer of personal data may take place to a third country or international organization when the Commission has decided that the third country, a territory or one or more specific sectors of that third country, or the international organization concerned, guarantee an adequate level of protection. Such transfer will not require any specific authorization.
Call recording
Calls may be recorded to process your requests or respond to your queries, as well as to evaluate and improve the responses offered by our agents and analyze the decisions made based on said responses.
Your data will be processed on the basis of the legitimate interest of the entity, this being prevalent due to the need to have instruments to be able to assess and improve the quality of the responses we offer and the decisions you make based on them. Also to increase security and have a means of accreditation of the services or products requested and those offered by us, being necessary to record the calls.
The recording will be kept for a minimum period of 12 months, and in any case until your request has been processed or your query has been answered. In the event that new data is collected by telephone as a result of a claim, contract, change of product or service, etc. The recording will be kept as proof of the data collection as long as some type of legal responsibility arising from the relationship maintained may arise. The information relating to the evaluation of the decisions made by users based on the answers provided is maintained for a period of 12 months.
Processing of personal contact data for commercial calls
Sometimes, The Genuine Travel Experience SL processes professional contact data that it obtains from the Internet to contact interested parties by telephone and try to close a commercial meeting with them or offer them services or products.
Taking into account the above, said treatment is based on the provisions of Art. 6.1.f) of the RGPD (legitimate interest), given that, in any case, the following premises are met:
a) The processing refers only to the data necessary for the professional location of the interested party.
b) The purpose of the treatment is to maintain relationships of any kind with the legal entity in which the affected person provides their services.
The same presumption operates for the processing of data relating to individual entrepreneurs and liberal professionals, when it refers to them only in that capacity and is not processed to establish a relationship with them as natural persons. In any case, interested parties may object to their processing at any of the contact addresses of The Genuine Travel Experience SL, as it is not mandatory for the entity to carry out such processing. The data will be kept for the indicated purpose indefinitely, unless the interested party objects, in which case, it will be deleted.
What rights do you have and how can you exercise them?
You can direct your communications and exercise your rights by making a request to the following email: support@thegenuinetravel.com
Under the provisions of the RGPD you can request:
• Right of access: you can request information about the personal data that we have about you.
• Right to rectification: you can communicate any change in your personal data.
• Right to deletion and to be forgotten: you can request deletion after blocking personal data.
• Right to limit processing: implies the restriction of the processing of personal data.
• Right to object: you can withdraw your consent to the processing of the data, opposing further processing.
• Right to portability: in some cases, you can request a copy of personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format for transmission to another controller.
• Right not to be subject to individualized decisions: you can request that decisions not be made that are based solely on automated processing, including profiling, that produce legal effects or significantly affect the interested party.
In some cases, the request may be rejected if you request that data necessary to comply with legal obligations be deleted.
Likewise, if you have any complaint about the processing of your data, you can submit a claim to the data protection authority: www.aepd.es.
Who is responsible for the accuracy and veracity of the data provided?
The user is solely responsible for the veracity and correctness of the data included, exonerating The Genuine Travel Experience SL of any responsibility in this regard. Users guarantee and are responsible, in any case, for the accuracy, validity and authenticity of the personal data provided, and undertake to keep it duly updated. The user agrees to provide complete and correct information in the registration or subscription form. The Genuine Travel Experience SL reserves the right to terminate the contracted services that have been concluded with users, in the event that the data provided is false, incomplete, inaccurate or not updated.
The Genuine Travel Experience SL is not responsible for the veracity of information that is not its own creation and for which another source is indicated, and therefore does not assume any responsibility for hypothetical damages that may arise from the use of said information.
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What security measures do we apply to protect your personal data?
The Genuine Travel Experience SL has adopted the security levels of protection of Personal Data legally required, and seeks to install other means and additional technical measures at its disposal to avoid loss, misuse, alteration, unauthorized access and theft of the data. Personal Data provided to The Genuine Travel Experience SL The Genuine Travel Experience SL is not responsible for hypothetical damages or losses that may arise from interferences, omissions, interruptions, computer viruses, telephone breakdowns or disconnections in the operational functioning of this electronic system, caused by for reasons beyond the control of The Genuine Travel Experience SL. of delays or blockages in the use of this electronic system caused by deficiencies or overloads of telephone lines or overloads in the Data Processing Center, in the Internet system or in other electronic systems, as well as damages that may be caused by third parties people through illegitimate interference beyond the control of The Genuine Travel Experience SL However, the user must be aware that security measures on the Internet are not impregnable, given that no online service can guarantee absolute security.
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Can the privacy policy be modified?
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