Iberico Ham Tour

Discover why Ibérico ham is so unique on this exclusive food tour in Spain

Discover an icon of Spanish gastronomy on one of the most unique and pioneering food tours of Spain. Our 15-day Ibérico ham tour in Spain unveils the secrets of this internationally acclaimed delicacy and takes you on a journey from farm to fork. You’ll visit the four regions renowned for Spanish Ibérico ham production, plus have the opportunity to savour other culinary treasures of Spain while enjoying a healthy helping of history and culture along the way.

The most highly prized of all cured hams, Ibérico ham comes from an ancient breed of semi-wild, black Ibérico pig found only in Spain and Portugal. Roaming free in dehesas, a unique Mediterranean ecosystem consisting of rolling grassland studded with oak trees, these pigs are raised on a diet of acorns which contribute to the ham’s rich, nutty flavour and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Our Ibérico ham tour of Spain introduces you to all four regions: Salamanca, Extremadura, Jabugo in Huelva, and the Los Pedroches Valley to the northwest of Córdoba. See Ibérico pigs in their natural environment, discover the entire process of Ibérico ham production from rearing to curing and aging, plus learn the art of slicing ham. And of course, there’ll be ample opportunity to savour this prized delicacy with a variety of tastings in each region.

However, this unmissable foodie experience isn’t just about ham! Learn about olive oil production and the making of exquisite sherry and fine wines with visits to vineyards and family-run farms. Tuck into tapas and indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to a chocolate factory. Lose yourself in the raw passion of flamenco at a live show in Sevilla. Immerse yourself in Spanish history and culture with guided tours of town and cities, including Salamanca, Sevilla, Córdoba, Granada, and Madrid.

One of the most exclusive food tours of Spain, our Ibérico ham tour is a feast of Spanish culture, history and gastronomy – and a celebration of its most prized jewel, jamón Ibérico!

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Duration

15 days

Start point

Madrid

End Point

Madrid

Trip type

Custom

Accommodation

4-star hotels

Tour transport

Trains & private drivers

Highlights

  • Educational, fun and relaxed gastronomic adventure celebrating one of Spain’s culinary treasures, Ibérico ham.
  • See Ibérico pigs roaming free in their natural environment, the oak-filled dehesas of Jabugo and Los Pedroches.
  • Visit the curing cellars of one of the most prestigious Ibérico ham producers to see the artisans at work and master the art of slicing ham.
  • Treat your taste buds with a variety of Ibérico ham tastings from all four specialty regions of Spain.
  • Compare jamón Ibérico with jamón serrano on a day trip to the Sierra Nevada NP, combining hiking with a local deli tasting.
  • Widen your knowledge and appreciation of Spanish cuisine with visits and tastings at an olive oil farm, wineries and a chocolate factory.
  • Explore Spain’s historic and cultural cities with private guided tours of Salamanca, Sevilla, Córdoba and Caceres.
  • Experience some of Spain’s architectural treasures including the Roman archaeological site of Mérida and Granada’s Moorish Alhambra Palace.
  • Be swept away by the raw passion of a live flamenco show in Sevilla.
  • Discover elegant boulevards, manicured parks and historic buildings in Madrid and admire Old Masters paintings in the Prado Museum.