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Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Belchite Old Town

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Belchite, ES

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Join us on an exciting escape to the Zaragoza countryside! Indulge in the captivating beauty of traditional olive orchards and the historic village of Belchite. Embark on a full-day journey, exploring the centenary olive trees and immersing yourself in the art of olive oil production. Taste the exquisite flavors of oil made from the local Empeltre olive. Continue your adventure to the ancient village of Belchite, a haunting memorial of the Spanish Civil War and the backdrop for famous movies such as Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth. Let our knowledgeable guide share their experiences in Zaragoza and offer recommendations for the rest of your trip. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the essence of Zaragoza's countryside and the rich history it holds.

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Admission Included
4 hours
Suitable for 2-8 Participants
Private Tour, Small Group Tour
& Audio GuidedGuided Experience

Highlights

Traditional olive oil production
Tasting of local Empeltre olive oil
Visit to historic village of Belchite
Explore remarkable ghost town
Get recommendations for fun activities in Zaragoza

Included

Private transportation
- visit to oil mill and virgin olive oil tasting. -tour of the historical village of belchite

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Introduction

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Zaragoza countryside with the Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Belchite Old Town. This full-day tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of olive oil production and explore the hauntingly beautiful village of Belchite, which holds a significant place in Spanish history.

What to Expect?

During this tour, you can expect to immerse yourself in the rich olive oil heritage of the region. We will take you to a traditional olive orchard, where you will witness the time-honored process of olive oil production. Stroll through the picturesque grounds, marvel at the centenary olive trees, and indulge in a tasting of the exquisite oil made from the local Empeltre olive. The flavors will dance on your palate, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for this beloved Mediterranean staple. Continuing our adventure, we will venture to the ancient village of Belchite. As we explore its historic streets, you will be transported back in time to the Spanish Civil War era. Belchite serves as a poignant memorial to this tumultuous period, and you'll be amazed to discover that it has been the backdrop for renowned movies like Guillermo del Toro's iconic "Pan's Labyrinth." Let the stories of this ghost town unfold as your guide shares their own experiences in Zaragoza, providing insider tips and suggestions for the rest of your trip.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for anyone seeking a unique and immersive experience in the Zaragoza countryside. Whether you're a food enthusiast eager to learn about olive oil production or a history buff fascinated by the Spanish Civil War, this tour caters to a wide range of interests. It's an ideal choice for solo travelers, couples, friends, or families looking to create lasting memories in a truly remarkable setting.

Why Book This?

Book this tour to indulge your senses and engage in a truly enriching experience. The Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Belchite Old Town offers a rare opportunity to witness the age-old process of olive oil production and taste the flavors of the region. The chance to explore the hauntingly beautiful village of Belchite, with its fascinating history and cinematic allure, adds an extra layer of intrigue to this excursion. With an experienced guide by your side, you'll gain valuable insights and recommendations for the rest of your trip, ensuring an unforgettable and fulfilling adventure in Zaragoza.

Good to Know

During the tour, you will have the privilege of visiting an oil mill and enjoying a private olive oil tasting. It's the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge and appreciation for this liquid gold. Additionally, the itinerary includes a guided tour of the historical village of Belchite, offering a window into Spain's past. Please note that transportation is provided, ensuring a seamless and comfortable experience throughout the day.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on the Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Belchite Old Town have been captivated by the unique blend of culture, history, and gastronomy. They have praised the immersive olive oil tasting experience and the chance to explore the hauntingly beautiful village of Belchite. Many have also appreciated the insights and recommendations shared by their knowledgeable guide, ensuring a memorable and well-rounded trip to Zaragoza. Overall, the reviews highlight the exceptional value and enriching nature of this tour, making it a must-do experience for any traveler seeking an authentic and captivating adventure.

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Molino Alfonso

Founded in 1907, Molino Alfonso has been producing the best olive oil of the centenaries olive trees of Belchite region, province of Zaragoza, roughly equidistant from the Mediterranean and Pyrenees, in north-eastern Spain. Dedicated to the production, packaging and commercialization of Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Bajo Aragón Denomination of Origin. We have developed a line of natural cosmetics formulated with extra virgin olive oil. We promote the Oleoturismo, a new form of tourism, so that you can know our Oil mill and attend tastings and workshops of our Bajo Aragón oil.

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Belchite

The ancient village of Belchite, which today serves as a memorial for the Spanish Civil War. Some of my favorite movies were shot in this remarkable ghost town, including Guillermo del Toro's famous Pan's Labyrinth. I'll share with you my experiences in Zaragoza and suggest fun activities for the rest of your trip!  

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Reviews

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4.8 (9)

andrewtravel27

This was a wonderful tour of an olive oil facility and of the ruins of the town of Belchite, dating to the Spanish Civil War in 1938. The tour of the olive oil facility was interesting but the main draw for me was Belchite and the Civil War history. Jorge picked us up at the hotel along with another couple, and drove us to the tour locations. He was very interesting, knowledgeable, and personable. We very much enjoyed the day!

Dom D

When I visited the olive oil press, they were in the middle of the harvest so I was able to see the collection and pressing of the olives first hand. I also had the pleasure of seeing the oldest olive tree in the region on a beautiful, secluded farm. However, the highlight of the trip was the old Belchite town. If you are interested in the history of the Spanish Civil War, this is something you need to see. Jorge, my tour guide, was excellent - he answered my (many) questions about the history of Spain and its current affairs. Highly recommended. Thank you!

Mike_M

Having now completed tours and activities in both Madrid and Barcelona, this was the surprise tour that far exceeded our expectations. We set up this tour with an interest in seeing what the olive oil process is like. That part of the tour was fascinating! We got to walk amongst the olive trees, go through the production facility, and taste and buy some delicious oils! Following the olive oil tour, we went to the ruins of Belchite. Not being from Spain, we were not aware of the historic significance of Belchite. The tour of the ruins from Spanish Civil War was incredible and touching. Jorge taught us so much during the stroll through old Belchite. We purposefully stopped in Zaragoza on our way from Madrid to Barcelona to see the Aragon region and ended up having one of our favorite tours while in Spain. While in Zaragoza, this tour is highly recommended.

AprilC1477

TLDR version: highly recommend My partner and I don’t often do tours but seeing we didn’t have a car and are big olive oil fans we decided to take the plunge. Luckily Jorge is such a genuine person and a brilliant guide any fear the tour would be a bit overdone faded immediately. The olive press tour was great, not some Disneyland type thing. I can imagine it’s quite a lively affair during the harvest (more winter). Being out of season we got a commentated tour of the machinery and process along with a video of the factory in action at the end (English subs). The oil at the end was obviously delicious. The highlight of the tour however was our trip to Belchite. Totally unexpected as it wasn’t even on our radar but is an incredibly interesting if a little sad place. Once you stepped through the gates to the old city it felt like you were walking back in time.

Marilyn_C

Jorge is a wonderful guide. Excellent knowledge of Zarrahoza and surrounding area as well as other regions. He is a foody. Arranged for us to enjoy the best tapas we've had to date in Zarragoza and a list of food references for Sam Sebastian. The tour provided historical insight we would not have gained otherwise. My appreciation of the Spanish Civil War came through the writing of people like Hemingway and Neruda. The local tour guide at Belchite gave an impassioned explanation of the towns destruction, twice no less, which Jorge passed on to us in English. The olive tree that is hundreds of years old is a site to see. The press operations were interesting and contributing greatly to my appreciation of the region. I highly recommend the tour to everyone.

Maureen G

We joined the Olive Oil and Belchite Tour in October 2019. The guide picked us up in his very comfortable car at our Hotel and drove us to Belchite .On the way we had a short stroll through an Olive grove to see a 300 year old Olive tree ,plus a historic hilltop Monastery before arriving at Belchite . We took a tour of a local Olive Factory and then went on a guided tour of old Town of Belchite which was severely damage during the Spanish Civil War . All of the components of this half day tour were very interesting and worthwhile but I have to say the Tour is not that well set up for English Speakers . The guided Tour of the Olive Oil Factory is conducted in Spanish ( translated by Our Tour guide) and the Tour of Belchite is conducted in Spanish also . There are English audio guides available but if these get out of sequence you miss a lot of the information. I think this important tour could be improved a lot by the provision of a printed handout or email which provides good quality information in English of the main points of the Tour . This comment is intended to be constructive and I hope it will be useful

Hugh W

This is a good but not inexpensive way to see Belchite. Jorge provides very comfortable transport, door-to-door service and good background and can tailor the tour to the interests of the group. The olive oil production visit is interesting and the owner who leads it is very knowledgeable. Belchite is a stark reminder of the horrors of war -particularly civil war- and it was good to have Jorge’s additional translation on top of the English audio guide. Certainly others who arrived without a guide missed a lot.

gildap234

Tour en Belchite. Excelente actividad tanto Histórica al ver un pueblo destruido por la guerra civil española y cultural al apreciar la fabricación del aceite de olvido desde la oliva en el árbol hasta el deleite del sabor del aceite en el paladar. Excelente guía , la recomiendo sin reservas. Gilda Pacheco, Costa Rica

Bettina K

Excelente Tour.. muy interesante e informativo. Jorge es un guia ameno, de primera calidad, atento y con conocimiento. Recomiendo mucho este Tour.

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