AROUND MADRID

Toledo from Madrid – High Speed Train

We will meet at Atocha Railway Station or in your hotel/apartment if you prefer. The train to Toledo takes only 25 minutes!

Once in Toledo, we will take a cab to enjoy a sightseeing tour of Toledo and drive to a viewpoint for the best panoramic pic of the old city. Then, we will get into the old center and will walk through the narrow streets to visit the Cathedral, explore the former Jewish Quarter and Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue.

These are the highlights of Toledo. However, along the way, we might see other sites like the Santo Tome Church where El Greco’s masterpiece is, El Transito Synagogue or San Juan de los Reyes Church.

After lunch, we will pick up the train to come back to Madrid. We are usually back around 4 pm.

The tour is only for you. So, I can always tailor it to your interests, etc. And with me, you always skip the lines.

Toledo from Madrid – Private Car

Itinerary:

We will first enjoy a sightseeing tour of Toledo to see the views of the old city. Then, we will get into the old center and will walk through the narrow streets to visit the Cathedral, Sto Tome Church to enjoy one of the best paintings by El Greco and Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue.

These are the highlights of Toledo. However, along the way, we might see other sites like the El Transito Synagogue or San Juan de los Reyes Church if the clients are interested.

The tour is only for you. So, I can always tailor it to your needs. And with me, you skip the lines.

After the tour, you will have a bit of free time for shopping and lunch.

Segovia from Madrid – Private Minivan

Segovia is a place of romance, a living legacy of the past in an inspiring setting. Perched on a rocky hilltop, this historic walled town boasts stunning views and magnificent monuments. The ancient Roman aqueduct, fairy-tale castle, awe-inspiring cathedral, exquisite Romanesque churches, and mystical monasteries reveal Segovia’s rich cultural heritage. Segovia is steeped in complex history, from the Romans of 80 BC to the medieval Moorish period and the coronation of Queen Isabella “the Catholic” in 1474. The majority of Segovia’s attractions are found in the Old Town, an atmospheric medieval world of cobblestone streets, ancient alleyways, and charming squares. While discovering the top attractions, we will wander the narrow pedestrian lanes to find artisan boutiques, cafés, confectionary shops, and restaurants.

Itinerary:

We will pick you up in your hotel/apartment and will drive to Segovia (about 1 hour and a half). Once there, we will tour the city stopping for pictures, etc. We could get inside the Alcazar (similar to Disney castle) and the Cathedral if you wish so. We will also see the famous aqueduct, the best one preserved in Spain. Afterwards, you might have some time for shopping and lunch, and, then, we will head back to Madrid.

The tour is only for you. So, I can always tailor it to your needs. And, with me, you skip the lines.

Segovia and Avila from Madrid – Private Car

We will visit two World Heritage Sites by Unesco in the northern part of Madrid.

Avila: is one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Spain. Its world famous walls stand guard over the centuries-old artistic and cultural heritage found inside. Walking along its narrow, winding streets, one easily sees vestiges from its past…

Segovia: is a place of romance, a living legacy of the past in an inspiring setting. Perched on a rocky hilltop, this historic walled town boasts stunning views and magnificent monuments. The ancient Roman aqueduct, fairy-tale castle, awe-inspiring cathedral, exquisite Romanesque churches, and mystical monasteries reveal Segovia’s rich cultural heritage

Itinerary:

We will drive to Avila first (about 1 hr and 10 min) , we will walk along the city walls and explore the city center . Afterwards, we will head to Segovia (about 1 hr from Avila). Free time for shopping and lunch. We will see the Aqueduct, Cathedral and the Alcazar (similar to Disney Castle). Then, we will go back to Madrid (about 1 hr and 30 min ride from Segovia).

The tour is only for you. So, I can always adapt it to your needs, etc. And, with me, you skip the lines

El Escorial – Private Tour

Built in the 16th century to bury the Spanish kings, the Monastery of Escorial is a royal site that functions as monastery, palace, museum and school. It is a World Heritage Site by Unesco since 1984.
The Valley of the Fallen was constructed during General Franco’s dictatorship and is a memorial to the casualties of the Spanish Civil War.
ESCORIAL IS CLOSED ON MONDAY

Itinerary:

The driver and I will pick you up at the hotel and drive to Escorial Monastery first (about 1 hr ride) where we will visit the Habsburg Palace, the Royal Pantheons, Basilica and Libraty. Afterwards, we will take you to the Valley of the Fallen (15 min ride) located about 2500 ft above the sea level. Here we will see the Basilica and enjoy the views as well. Then, we will drive back to Madrid (about 45 min ride)