Classical Extremadura, Self-drive

Classical Extremadura, Self-drive

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating self-drive tour through the heart of Spain with the "Classical Extremadura" itinerary. Begin your journey in the vibrant capital of Madrid, exploring its grand palaces and renowned art museums. Travel to Salamanca, home to one of the world's oldest universities, and immerse yourself in its rich historical ambiance. Continue to the medieval town of Cáceres, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at its Renaissance palaces and fortified homes. Drive along the ancient Roman Silver Way to Mérida, where you'll discover breathtaking Roman ruins. Conclude your adventure back in Madrid, soaking in the city's cultural treasures. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and the freedom of unlimited mileage with your rental car. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Madrid: Visit Europe’s largest palace and the Reina Sofia Museum, where Picasso’s harrowing Guernica is among the masterpieces on display

  • Trujillo: The hometown of conquistador Francisco Pizarro boasts a wealth of palaces and churches built with riches brought back from the New World

  • Silver Way: Explore the former Roman capital of Merida, the walled town of Plasencia and the monastery of Yuste, while stopping along this ancient Roman trade route

  • Caceres: This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a walled town with more than 50 historic buildings

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4*

Arrive at Madrid airport, pick up your hired car, and drive to your hotel. The Spanish capital is one of Europe’s liveliest and most elegant cities, boasting beautiful boulevards, vast parks, bustling plazas, and numerous historic churches and palaces.  

Overnight in Madrid.

Day 2 : Madrid – Salamanca (215Km – 2.15Hrs)

Location: Salamanca

Accommodation Name: Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover Spain’s most venerable seat of learning, after indulging in a tasty breakfast. Salamanca University is the third-oldest in the world and the college gives the city a lively buzz. At the time of the university’s founding in 1134, Salamanca was in the Kingdom of Leon. Head to the heart of the action at the magnificent Plaza Mayor and savour the atmosphere. Every corner of Salamanca exudes history such as the Irish College, the Casa de las Conchas palace, the Monterrey Palace, the Art Noveau and Art Deco Museum at the Casa Lis, the Clavero Tower, the convents of Las Dueñas and St Stephen and the Clergy Church. 

Overnight in Salamanca.

Day 3 : Salamanca – Cáceres (205Km – 2H)

Location: Cáceres

Accommodation Name: Hospederia Parque Monfrague or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bid farewell to Salamanca after breakfast at the hotel, heading for Cáceres in the region of Extremadura. Not to be outdone by its provincial neighbour, the medieval walled old town of Caceres is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fortified homes, Renaissance palaces and historic churches. The walled area is compact and there are two main clusters of monuments. In the Santa Maria-Golfines area can be found the Renaissance Toledo-Moctezuma Palace as well as the Co-cathedral of St Mary. The area around the Plaza de las Veletas-Plaza San Mateo is dominated by the 15th century Cigüeñas Palace. 

Overnight in Cáceres.

Day 4 : Cáceres – Mérida – Cáceres (150 Km – 2 Hrs)

Location: Mérida

Accommodation Name: Hospederia Parque Monfrague or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast and drive along the southern stretch of the ancient Silver Way to Merida, which was one of the Roman capitals of Spain. With a Roman bridge and a theatre that are both still in use, the classical heritage of Merida is breathtaking. See the ruins of the adjacent amphitheatre and the columns of the Temple of Diana in the former Forum, before returning to Caceres. 

Overnight in Caceres.

Day 5 : Cáceres – Madrid (300Km – 3H)

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast drive back to Madrid. Madrid is also home to the legendary golden triangle of art galleries, which house some of the world’s most treasured masterpieces so don't leave without visiting some of these galleries. 

Overnight in Madrid.

Day 6 : Depart Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bid farewell to Madrid after breakfast at the hotel, driving towards the airport. Drop off the car at the rental office. Catch your departure flight back home. 

What's Included

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 5 nights accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS


Day 1 & 5 Madrid:

Superior Hotel Category = Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4*

Day 2 Salamanca:

Superior Hotel Category = Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Caceres

Superior Hotel Category = Hospederia Parque de Monfrague or similar 4*


CAR HIRE OPTIONS

Car Group Category B = Seat Ibiza or similar

Car Group Category C = Seat Leon or similar

MEALS

  • 5 breakfasts

CAR HIRE:

  • Applicable local taxes (VAT)
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Road assistance 24-hour telephone service
  • Full-Full petrol rate
  • Basic and Super Collision Damage Waiver (CDW, SCWD), Vehicle theft (STP), Supercover (cover against damage without excess except windows or wheels)

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme.

  • Additional Expenses

    Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section.

  • Flights

    National or International flights are not included.

  • Insurance

    All types of insurance except mentioned car insurance are not included.

  • Visas

    Entry visas to Spain and Gibraltar (if applicable) are not included.

  • Entrance Tickets

    Entrance tickets to any venue, museum or activity are not included.

  • Car Hire Exclusions

    Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving, loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle, damage to the engine through negligence, theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition, damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle.

    In the event of a fine being received there will be an administration charge, each additional driver fee, any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc), no insurance cover in Gibraltar.

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Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Spain though a warm jumper and jacket are advisable in the cooler months. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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Please Note

  • Drivers age from 26 to 75 years old (must have had their driver´s licence for a minimum of one year)
  • Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s licence together with the original from their country of origin.
  • If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused days
  • Deposit credit card Visa or MasterCard only
  • Accident/theft reporting must be notified within 48hours of incident
  • In cases where, following the return of the vehicle, additional cleaning is required due to the car being dirty beyond the level expected from normal vehicle use, an additional charge shall apply, against evidence of the cost of the service provided.

  • Accommodation options

    ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

    Day 1 & 5 Madrid:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4*

    Day 2 Salamanca:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4*

    Day 3-4 Caceres

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hospederia Parque Monfrague or similar 3*



    CAR HIRE OPTIONS

  • Car Group Category B = Seat Ibiza or similar
  • Car Group Category C = Seat Leon or similar

  • Mode of Transport

    Travel comfortably with a self-drive car hire, featuring options like the Seat Ibiza or Seat Leon, inclusive of unlimited mileage, 24-hour road assistance, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

    Accommodation

    Enjoy 5 nights of superior accommodation in Spain, including stays at the Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4* in Madrid, Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4* in Salamanca, and Hospederia Parque Monfrague or similar 3* in Caceres.

    Accommodation options

    ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

    Day 1 & 5 Madrid:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4*

    Day 2 Salamanca:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4*

    Day 3-4 Caceres

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hospederia Parque de Monfrague or similar 4*



    CAR HIRE OPTIONS

  • Car Group Category B = Seat Ibiza or similar
  • Car Group Category C = Seat Leon or similar

  • Check out our Q&As

    • What type of car can I hire for the self-drive tour?

      You can hire a car from Car Group Category B, such as a Seat Ibiza or similar, or from Car Group Category C, such as a Seat Leon or similar.

    • What is included in the car hire?

      The car hire includes applicable local taxes (VAT), unlimited mileage, 24-hour road assistance telephone service, a full-full petrol rate, and basic and super collision damage waiver (CDW, SCWD), vehicle theft (STP), and supercover (cover against damage without excess except windows or wheels). ...more ...less

    • What is not included in the car hire?

      The car hire does not include damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving, loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle, damage to the engine through negligence, theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition, damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period, each additional driver fee, any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc), and no insurance cover in Gibraltar. ...more ...less

    • What are the accommodation options for this tour?

      The accommodation options include: Day 1 & 5 in Madrid at Silken Puerta de Madrid or similar 4* hotel, Day 2 in Salamanca at Sercotel Artheus Carmelita or similar 4* hotel, and Day 3-4 in Caceres at Hospederia Parque Monfrague or similar 3* hotel.

    • What meals are included in the tour?

      The tour includes 5 breakfasts.

    • What are the requirements for drivers?

      Drivers must be between 26 to 75 years old and must have had their driver’s licence for a minimum of one year. Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s licence together with the original from their country of origin.

    • What should I wear when visiting religious or official buildings in Spain?

      Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings.

    • What should I do if I need to report an accident or theft involving the hire car?

      Accident or theft reporting must be notified within 48 hours of the incident.

    • Do you offer any travel insurance?

      We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

    • Are Visa fees included in the price?

      No, visa fees are not included

    • Are flights included in the tour?

      No, they are not included

    • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

      You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

    • Is there any option for solo traveller?

      Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

    • What documents will I receive before I travel?

      Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

    • What does the price include?

      What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

    • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

      Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

    Reviews of this operator

    Maria R  

    Very informative tour

    05-Dec-2022

    Very informative, creative and charming guide Sol made the experience one to remember. Highly recommend to give you an overview of the area.

    Andrew W  

    Great Scenery

    08-Aug-2022

    Spectacular scenery. Lovely lunch. The two villages were lovely to see. The stops were short. Best to pre-plan a walk through the villages beforehand to make the most of the time there. The guide was very informative and helpful

    Sandra F.  

    Great tour! Northern of Spain, Galicia & Portugal (Multi country)

    15-Nov-2022

    We took an 16-day tour with this firm, and everything exceeded our expectations. The sights we saw were breathtaking, and our tour guides were outstanding. We went on an English/Spanish tour, and the majority of our group was from South America and spoke Spanish. The extra package that includes lunch and select entertainment is highly recommended. Thank you very much for this opportunity! ...more ...less

    Grace B  

    Down South, Self-drive, couldn't be better

    16-Oct-2022

    Loved the self-drive tour, gave us the ability to stay on our own schedule. Locations were great with lots to explore in each town as well as along the drive. Ronda and Seville were our favorite! We had the ability to stop while on the road to wine and olive oil taste too, as well as explore Castillo de Almodovar, a beautifully restored castle near Seville where they shot several scenes of Game of Thrones. Location of hotels were good too, easy to get to so you didn't have to drive through some of those difficult narrow one way streets. Only issue was having to pay for parking at some of the hotels, this should have been part of the package. Other than that, it was a great tour! ...more ...less

    Steve G  

    Excellent Volcano and Village Tour

    17-Nov-2022

    Amazing volcanic scenery, beautiful village set in deep valleys. Ivan was a very knowledgeable local guide who was great with our toddler!

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    Book with Confidence

    • Low Deposit

      Destination Services Spain requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

    • Cancellation Policy

      We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services spain charges.

      Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

      At 17 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

      At 9 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

    Classical Extremadura, Self-drive

    6 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain

    Visiting: Madrid, Salamanca, Cáceres, Mérida

    Tour code:

    34509

    Group Type:

    Independent

    Guide Type:

    Self Guided

    Physical rating:

    VERY_EASY

    Age range:

    10-99

    Tour operated in:

    English

    Trip Styles:

    Small Group

    From: $730 $657 (USD) Operator discount: -$73

    NB: Prices correct on 04-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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