--- title: Fun Iberian Ham and Spanish Wine Small Group Tour in Madrid lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/fun-iberian-ham-and-spanish-wine-small-group-tour-in-madrid/ type: tour city: Madrid country: Spain price: 60 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 180 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 11 of 36 (Wine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/fun-iberian-ham-and-spanish-wine-small-group-tour-in-madrid/ --- # Fun Iberian Ham and Spanish Wine Small Group Tour in Madrid **Guidekin's take:** Taste Iberian ham, chorizo, salchichon and lomo with Manchego cheese and tapas in a traditional Madrid tavern. Four wines and a food-focused guide are included; there is no vegetarian option, and the minimum age is eighteen. 4.96 from 180 reviews at €60 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #11 of 36 in Wine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Get to know the famous Jamon Iberico, learn about the its different textures, tastes and colours. You´ll get to learn about different Spanish wines and discover a traditional Iberian ham tavern in Madrid. During this 2 hour tour, taste several cuts of Iberian meats like chorizo, salchichon, lomo, and ham paired with manchego cheese and other classic tapas. As you do so, learn about the fascinating history and culture of wine, the differences between each type of ham and master how to shop for them like a local. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Directions: Tour departs from the statue… - Starts 13:15, 15:45: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Other food and drinks not mentioned above - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age 18+: Minimum age is 18 years **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €60 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 180 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Madrid Tapas Trip - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 13:15, 15:45 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.96 from 180 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 178 of 180. - 5 stars: 174 (97%) - 4 stars: 4 (2%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the ham tastings, wine and knowledgeable guides; no complaint recurs in the supplied reviews. **Praised:** - Clear explanations of Iberian ham grades and how to recognise quality - Ham, traditional dishes and Spanish wines praised for their flavour - Generous portions that leave reviewers feeling well fed - Friendly guides who welcome questions about food, wine and Madrid - Relaxed small groups with time to chat and meet other travellers **Complaints:** - No recurring complaint emerges from the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-09-29 to 2026-09-09); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Classic Tapas and Iberico Ham, cold cuts and Manchego Cheese. - English-speaking tour guide - 4 Spanish Wines - Gastronomy-specialized local guide ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Other food and drinks not mentioned above - Vegetarian option - Transportation to the meeting point - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Tour is operate in Madrid Historical Quarter** (pass by, no stop) ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 13:15, 15:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Directions: Tour departs from the statue of Queen Isabel II in front of Opera Metro station. Your guide will be holding a sign saying Madrid Tapas Trip Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:Ei1QbC4gZGUgSXNhYmVsIElJLCBDZW50cm8sIDI4MDEzIE1hZHJpZCwgU3BhaW4iLiosChQKEglplxTneyhCDRFdqUlGFnBmVBIUChIJgTwKgJcpQg0RaSKMYcHeNsQ Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please provide details of any special requirements (dietary, allergies or otherwise) at the time of booking - This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair - Vegetarian option not available - Please wear comfortable shoes - Minimum age is 18 years - A minimum of 2 people per booking is required - Not suitable for vegetarians ## Compared with other Wine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 36** | €60 | 2h | 4.96 (180) | shared | | [Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing](/spain/madrid/tours/paella-cooking-class-in-madrid-with-bottomless-wine-pairing/?format=md) | €119 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (1087) | shared | | [Madrid Tapas Wine and History Tour](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-tapas-wine-and-history-tour/?format=md) | €72 | 3h | 4.97 (693) | shared | | [Old Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour - Real Small Groups 8 Max](/spain/madrid/tours/old-madrid-tapas-wine-tasting-tour-real-small-groups-8-max/?format=md) | €84 | 3h | 4.97 (458) | shared | Ranked #11 of 36 in Wine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €30 to €845, median €119; typical length 3h 30m. 3 of 36 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/wine-tours-madrid/?format=md ## More in Madrid - All Madrid tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/fun-iberian-ham-and-spanish-wine-small-group-tour-in-madrid/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/?format=md