From Madrid: Toledo and Segovia Day Tour
ID: GYG570586-974643
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Delve into the history of Toledo and Segovia on a guided day trip from Madrid. Explore the Jewish Quarter with your guide, see a historic aqueduct, admire many beautiful churches, and more.
Arrive at the meeting point in Madrid and then board a comfortable coach. Next, sit back and enjoy a scenic drive. Arrive in Toledo, a historic city known as the city of 3 cultures, due to its legacy of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim cultures. Go on a guided tour of this heritage city.
Check out the Cathedral of Toledo, a 13th-century high-gothic building. Then, discover the Jewish Quarter of the city, in the Castile-La Mancha neighborhood. Pass by the synagogues here, and then view the Alcázar of Toledo, a stone fort that overlooks the city from its highest point.
Marvel at the mansions, mosques, and churches that are built near the Tagus River. Following this, get back on the bus and drive to Segovia. Begin a guided tour of this city at the Aqueduct of Segovia, a 1st-century Roman aqueduct that has 167 arches. Visit some monuments and viewing points here.
Visit the Plaza Mayor, the city's historic town square that was built in the 17th century. Marvel at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and of Saint Fructus, a massive Gothic-style church. Enjoy a view of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains from the Mirador de la Canaleja lookout point.
Appreciate the Alcázar of Segovia, a castle that is built at the confluence of the Eresma and Clamores valleys. Finally, get back on the bus and drive back to Madrid to complete the activity.
Highlights
- View the Cathedral of Toledo and walk through the Jewish Quarter with your guide
- Discover the Christian, Muslim, and Jewish history of Toledo on a walking tour
- Walk around the Plaza Mayor in Segovia to look at the gothic Cathedral and more
- Head to Segovia to admire the famous Roman Aqueduct and the Alcázar of Segovia
- Gaze at the beautiful Eresma and Clamores Valleys and enjoy a spectacular view
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Look for the "Tours&Tickets" office at Calle Ferraz, 3
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
