The Birds, Wines & History of Extremadura

Tour Code: ESP66

An 8-day holiday to sample the rich mixture of birdlife, wines and history in the land of the conquistadors.

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£2,395
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Highlights

Summary

Summary

This holiday is designed to appeal to those who enjoy their birdwatching, but also appreciate some diversity to their holiday. Based in the historic Parador in Trujillo (the birthplace of Francisco Pizarro, one of the conquistadors of Peru, whose statue stands in the Plaza Major), this holiday promises to be a popular choice for those wishing to have an insight into the history of the area, to sample some local produce (especially wines), and of course to see some fabulous birds.

Central Spain is known the world over for its fabulous birdwatching, with Extremadura arguably being the jewel in the crown. The region is dominated by rolling grasslands, rocky hillsides, endless dehesa woodlands and overflying raptors, and is intersected by two great rivers, the Tagus and the Guadiana. Although Extremadura experiences long hot summers, this region stores one third of all the fresh water in Spain, in reservoirs such as the Embalses de Valdecañas and the Sierra Brava.

Extremadura has a fabulously rich and complicated history, having been occupied by Celtic tribes, the Romans and the Moors. This mix of cultures has left its legacy in the form of diverse architecture and culture, and wonderful local produce, including the internationally famous Jamon de Bellota, rich cheeses and superb regional wines.

With direct flights to and from Madrid, the tour will encompass all the different aspects of this part of Extremadura, combining culture and good food with wonderful birdlife, with the raptors and bustards being particular highlights.

 

  • Single-centre tour based at the Parador in the beautiful medieval town of Trujillo
  • Explore steppe & forested hills of Monfragüe National Park
  • Flocks of Lesser Kestrels plus Black Storks & Pallid Swifts, Trujillo
  • Watch Great Bustards & Little Bustards displaying
  • Pin-tailed & Black-bellied Sandgrouse among grassland birds
  • 16 species of raptor present in this area
  • Enjoy a walking tour of Trujillo, and visits to two wineries
  • Led by expert naturalist guide
Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 1
Fly Madrid and transfer to Extremadura
Day 2
Embalse de Alcollarín / Bodega Habla
Day 3
Monfragüe
Day 4
Campo Lugar/ Madrigalejo / Trujillo
Day 5
Guadalupe / Bodega Ruiz Torres
Day 6
Santa Marta de Magasca / steppes
Day 7
Arrocampo
Day 8
Fly Madrid to London
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Dates & Prices

Dates & Prices

2025

Departures Availability Cost
Fri 21st Mar – Fri 28th Mar FULL £2,395
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£2,195
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£350
Fri 10th Oct – Fri 17th Oct SPACES £2,395
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Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£2,245
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£375

2026

Departures Availability Cost
Fri 6th Mar – Fri 13th Mar SPACES £2,395
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Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£2,245
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£375
Fri 20th Mar – Fri 27th Mar SPACES £2,395
Book Tour Show Details
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£2,245
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£375

Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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