EXCLUSIVE FOOD & WINE TOURS
Intimate Small Group Tours
DISCOVER OUR NEW JOURNEYS IN 2026
GET INSIDER ACCESS INTO THE REAL MEDITERRANEAN SOCIAL SCENE
Spain • Portugal • Morocco • Sicily• Croatia
The Valfers: Your Hosts in the Mediterranean
At The Valfers, we curate rare, ultra-exclusive small-group journeys—intentionally limited in departures, deeply niche, and meticulously crafted.
As a boutique travel company, we go beyond traditional wine and culinary tours to offer a deep cultural immersion into the Mediterranean’s most captivating regions, including Spain, Portugal, Sicily, Croatia, and Morocco. Each journey is a carefully curated exploration where gastronomy, wine, art, and society intertwine as expressions of human identity.
Through intimate encounters with winemakers, chefs, artists, and local visionaries, our travelers don’t just experience a place—they connect with its essence. Personally hosting each journey, we guide our guests through private tastings, exclusive winery visits, cultural and artistic encounters, and world-class culinary experiences, creating a gateway to understanding the stories, traditions, and creativity that define each destination.
The Valfers isn’t just about travel—it’s a way of living, of savoring every moment, of embracing the extraordinary. Welcome to our intimate world.
Exclusive Small Group Tours 2025 & 2026
MOROCCO
2 UNIQUE DEPARTURES SCHEDULED | Click to Check Dates
BARCELONA & CATALONIA
DATES: 27 MAY - 04 JUN 2025 | SOLD OUT
ANDALUSIA
DATES: 14 - 23 MAY 2025 | Available spots: 2/20
MADRID & CASTILE
DATES: 23 OCT - 01 NOV. 2025 | Available spots: 8/20
PORTUGAL
2 UNIQUE DEPARTURES SCHEDULED | Click to Check Dates
BASQUE COUNTRY
2 UNIQUE DEPARTURES SCHEDULED | Click to Check Dates
SICILY
DATES: 22 SEP - 01 OCT 2026 | Available spots: 18/20
CROATIA
2 UNIQUE DEPARTURES SCHEDULED | Click to Check Dates
The experts

VALESKA IDARRAGA
Valeska brings a rich gastronomic heritage, inherited from her French father’s love of culinary culture and her Basque grandmother, a well-regarded chef of her time. After studying Economics and Journalism in Barcelona, she moved to Switzerland to pursue hotel management, working at some of the most prestigious hotels in the industry. Fluent in five languages, Valeska is a Certified Sherry Wine Cellar Advanced Expert and holds a WSET Level 3 certification with merit. As co-founder of Paladar y Tomar in 2014, she serves as Marketing Manager, overseeing client relationships and operations at The Valfers. With her unique combination of cultural insight, business acumen, and wine expertise, Valeska crafts unforgettable experiences for every traveler.

FERNANDO PAREDES
Fernando is the CEO, financial director, and lead wine consultant at Paladar y Tomar and The Valfers. A Barcelona native with a background in economics and business management, he transitioned from a corporate career to the world of luxury travel, food, and wine. With extensive experience as General Manager of a bespoke travel company, Fernando excels in strategic planning, operations, and financial oversight. His expertise in wine is equally impressive—he is a Certified Sherry Wine Cellar Advanced Expert, holds a WSET Level 3 certification with merit, and advises on wine programs and cellar selections. His deep connections in the wine and hospitality industries allow The Valfers to offer unparalleled insider experiences.
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Spain & Portugal & Morocco & Sicily & Croatia
These journeys embody the soul of the Mediterranean—a region where art, food, wine, and culture converge in a celebration of life. More than just travel, they offer a deep, immersive experience into the region’s most authentic expressions of identity. At the heart of each adventure are the pillars of authenticity, exclusivity, and personal enrichment, all brought together by a team of passionate experts who personally guide each journey.
Expect to soak up local culture through intimate encounters with winemakers, artists, and culinary visionaries, gaining insight into how gastronomy, traditions, and artistic heritage shape the essence of each destination. These journeys are designed to go beyond the plate and the glass, revealing how food, wine, and art serve as a reflection of history, identity, and human creativity. From private tastings and curated cultural experiences to exclusive access to the Mediterranean’s most vibrant artistic and gastronomic communities, every moment is crafted to create a profound connection to place and people.
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