Ibérico Ham, from Farm to Fork
Four days immersion tour – Aracena Natural Park & Extremadura
“A Taste of Spain’s Ibérico tour aims to furnish visitors with an insight into the workings of the Dehesa and the artisan process behind its most prestigious product: from pigs, as it were, to plate” Paul Richardson, Pork on the Wild Side – Financial Times Magazine
- Taste exquisite Ibérico ham, charcuterie and meats! right where they come from
- Stay in a family-run Ibérico farm located in a magnificent natural setting
- Learn about the elaboration of Ibérico ham, meeting artisan producers
- Enjoy meals with an authentic taste of local tradition
- Practice, if you wish, the art of carving Ibérico ham by the hand of an expert
- A private tour available for small groups, starting from 2 persons
When tasting Ibérico ham one immediately understands that not all hams are born equal. That’s what you will experience on this culinary journey to the homeland of Ibérico ham, the beautiful Aracena Natural Park and Extremadura, living examples of the Slow Food philosophy.
You will experience first-hand why Ibérico ham is so delicious and unique… resulting from an ancient model of sustainable farming based on a local breed, the Ibérico pig, allowed to roam free in its natural habitat – the Dehesa, a beautiful Mediterranean forest filled with evergreen oak trees, a true natural paradise.
Your chance to experience with family and friends what’s behind the most delicious ham in the world!
Itinerary
B =Breakfast L =Lunch D =Dinner
Day One – Aracena Natural Park, welcome dinner
Meet our local English-speaking expert guide in Seville.
Private chauffeured transfer to the Aracena Natural Park – 1 ½ hours from Seville.
Welcome dinner with a local taste in Aracena.
Night in the farmhouse
D
Day Two – Ibérico pig, Dehesa ecosystem & local gastronomy
After breakfast, time to walk around the farm to spot the Ibérico pigs roaming free, and learn how they live in their beautiful natural habitat.
Enjoy a mouth-watering lunch featuring local seasonal ingredients cooked with a modern twist. The restaurant, run by a very talented local chef, is in a nearby white-washed charming village.
Continue to Aracena – if you feel like doing some hiking after lunch, our guide will show you a nice trail from the restaurant to Aracena (5 Km).
Guided visit to the Ibérico ham museum in Aracena and, if you wish, time to take a stroll through this beautiful town, or have a taste of the local tapas on your own – our guide will assist with suggestions.
Night in the farmhouse
B, L
Day Three – Extremadura & Ibérico ham carving
Excursion to Southern Extremadura (1 ½ hours from Aracena), the region with the largest extension of Dehesa
Stop at walled-in Jerez de los Caballeros before visiting an Ibérico farm owned by the same family for generations
Traditional lunch in the historic town of Zafra – coffee at the Parador, housed in a former castle, before returning to Aracena.
Back in your farm, enjoy an Ibérico ham carving demo, considered an art, followed by a home-made dinner based on organic foods from the farm.
Night in the farmhouse
B, L, D
Day Four – Ibérico ham curing & farewell lunch
Learn how Ibérico ham is elaborated on a private visit to an artisan producer – followed by tasting of the house Ibérico ham and charcuterie.
Farewell Andalusian lunch and visit to the old Mosque overlooking Almonaster la Real and the Dehesa, before returning to Seville.
End of the tour
B, L
- Local English-speaking guide, specialized in Ibérico products, joining you throughout the tour
- Private chauffeured transportation throughout the itinerary
- 3 nights’ accommodation at a comfortable rural house located in a family-run Ibérico farm. The house facilities include kitchen, dining room with fireplace and garden with BBQ
- Breakfast daily
- 3 lunches and 2 dinners, with an authentic taste of local traditions, accompanied with fine Spanish wines
- Culinary and cultural visits and activities as per the itinerary
- Entry fees as per the itinerary
- Gourmet Gift
- All local taxes
- Our suggestions of additional local restaurants and activities, according to your taste
- 1,300 EUR per person for group of 6 or more
- 1,500 EUR per person for group of 4 or 5
- 1,980 EUR per person for group of 2 or 3
- Single & high season Supplements: to be confirmed according to dates
Available upon request all year round.
Additional activities can include a traditional cooking class, a hands-on Ibérico ham carving workshop, or even watching a traditional Ibérico pig slaughtering fiesta.
We’re happy to adapt, combine, even custom-design, our programs to meet your preferences, just let us know…
Interested? Contact us or check out other ideas in Andalusia:
· Discover Andalusian Delicacies · Olive Oil at its Best · The Land of Ibérico Ham · Cooking class in Seville · Tapas Tour