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Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle
4.9(9)Madrid7 hours
VIATOR4.8(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(4)
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At a glance
Duration
7 hours
Price from
$274 / person
Location
Madrid, Spain
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 9 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 8
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Paul Madrid
Meeting point
We meet outside Pastelería Nunos on street: Calle Navarez 63.This is where we pick you up for the one hour ride in comfortable air con transport to the beautiful village.
Description
This is a very unique activity because all products are directly sourced from around a village in the Castilla La Mancha area of rural Spain.
Nothing served comes from city supermarkets, all from local farms. Congratulations for responsible travel & supporting local family farmers around this small village (pop. 67).
I’m Paul your private chef who travelled, cooked & ate my way around Spain. Typical dishes could be 25 day old baby lamb or pig, or bulls tail slowly cooked for 8 hours in wine n herbs from the land. Even River fish, or La Mancha egg plants, vegetables from my garden.
I cook to Michelin star standard but I will never want a Michelin star as I refuse to work in a restaurant. I love cooking in this hidden village in small, or private groups.
I cook in my private home by the 10th century castle. I’ll connect the dishes to the history of the African people who built the castle over 1000 years ago:
La Mancha Spanish farm cuisine with an Air of African Arabic influence.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
3:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 12+)
$274
Child (ages 3–11)
$228
Infant (ages 0–2)
$137
In demand: 6 of the next 21 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Flavors of Spain
What's included
Included
Artisan Vermouth, Award winning white & Red Wines. Liquor
Absolutely everything is included on this experience from meet-up to good-bye
Your Private chef prepares a full gourmet Michelin standard dining experience
Comfortable AirCon return transport from Downtown Madrid
Not included
Optional and not expected gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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How it compares in Madrid
Starting price $274 is 24% below the typical $363 for tours of similar length in Madrid
Excurgo comparison of 1,713 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle take?
Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle lasts about 7 hours.
How much does Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle cost?
Prices start at $274 per person for this Madrid experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 3:00 PM.
How much does Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $228, adults from $274.
Does Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle sell out?
It can: 6 of the next 21 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We meet outside Pastelería Nunos on street: Calle Navarez 63. This is where we pick you up for the one hour ride in comfortable air con transport to the beautiful village. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hidden Spain: Sunset Dinner Beneath a 10th-Century Castle offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Y1887VRtracyb
May 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience with a private chef
If you do just one tour while in Madrid, make it this one. It’s easily the best tour we’ve experienced in many years.
The small group size (just four people) made it feel personal and relaxed. The hosts were genuinely friendly, welcoming, and exceptionally knowledgeable.
The food was outstanding—fresh, locally sourced from the village and surrounding valley, and a true highlight of the experience.
A special thank you to Paul, Ian, and Juan for creating a truly unforgettable memory.
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Per_B
May 16, 2026 · via Viator
Fantastic experience!
If you do just one tour while in Madrid, make it this one. It’s easily the best tour we’ve experienced in many years.
The small group size (just four people) made it feel personal and relaxed. The hosts were genuinely friendly, welcoming, and exceptionally knowledgeable.
The food was outstanding—fresh, locally sourced from the village and surrounding valley, and a true highlight of the experience.
A special thank you to Paul, Ian, and Juan for creating a truly unforgettable memory.
Per & Tracy
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Johnnie J
February 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing, Informative Experience
Paul and Juan were amazing hosts and tour guides from pick up to drop off over 5 hours later. The food was outstanding. Paul should have his own TV cooking show.
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Shannon_B
September 27, 2025 · via Viator
Fun dinner in a scenic setting
Note that the dinner is not at the castle, but at a residence next to the castle. Food was delicious!
Operator response
Hi - So glad you thought the food was delicious. It really is Michelin star standard! Thanks!
Please let me make 3 points:
1) The tour description does not state the dinner is in a castle. It's very clear in all texts about the tour. (House built into rocks BELOW and BY the castle in a beautiful village).
2) Here is my apology: Across the platforms I have this tour over 5 years, and we have 1000+ reviews and all are 100% 5 stars, except for yours. So I apologise it was only a 4-star experience for you both. You are a fabulous 2 in 1000 ha ha ha!
3) The extra airport pick up and drop off by me was generous making it easy for you both, normally costing in 70€ in return public cabs.
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Benjamin_S
April 26, 2024 · via Viator
Well curated experience
This was a really well designed and delivered experience. Paul was in touch before the day and even offered us the chance to join with another group which unfortunately we couldn’t do due to timing. So we went ahead as booked. Ian met us and took us to their apartment. Everything was set up and ready to go. Ian and Juan talked us through each of the drinks and food we were about to have. We really appreciated knowing the what and why (and also what to look out for when we went to buy more for ourselves). A unique experience which we enjoyed. We returned to our exploration of Retiro park well fed.
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A3282KUianh
October 17, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
A really great introduction to Spanish food
Delicious charcuterie & good selection of wines . Intimate tasting in his private flat by the Retiro Park. We also meet some really nice people who we hung out with afterwards. Amazing value for money and Í would say try and do it when you arrive as he has some great advice to get the best out of your stay
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Jessica_C
September 10, 2023 · via Viator
Amazing Experience
This experience was amazing! Ian was very thorough with his explanations. I love how everything that was served was very high quality and organic products locally sourced. I highly recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Madrid and wants to learn a little about the culture of food & drinks!!
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Markita_H
June 26, 2023 · via Viator
Village foodie experience in Madrid.
Paul and Juan were great hosts. We learned about local food and drink in a fun, relaxing environment. Next time to Madrid we will sign up for the village experience! Paul has tremendous experience in the food and tourism industry.
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moisesgutierrez
June 13, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Just perfect!
Book this incredible tour now! I lost count of how many tastings there were! Paul is a great storyteller, and he's also helping a small cooperative community by showing their products to the rest of the world! It is amazing to try local produce with its full description, totally recommendable!
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