Madrid: Cultural Experience with Toledo Half-day tour, City Break
Madrid: Cultural Experience with Toledo Half-day tour, City Break
Madrid: Cultural Experience with Toledo Half-day tour, City Break
4 Days Starting and ending in Madrid
Visiting: Madrid
Tour operator:
Tour code:
18558
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Madrid, the capital of Spain and located in the centre of the country, is a cosmopolitan city that offers countless places to visit and enjoy. Discover its numerous gastronomic markets, gardens, palaces, squares, museums and theatres on this three-day tour. Then explore Toledo, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site and the historical home of Jews, Christians and Muslims who all coexisted here in mediaeval times.TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:Paseo de la Castellana: Discover this cultural city through interesting sites as The Paseo de la Castellana,The Cibeles Fountain: a monument located in the Cibeles Square and at the beginning of the Art Walkwith museums as El Prado, Reina SofÃa or Thyssen; The Retiro Park, the largest green space in the city.La Puerta del Sol: a square which is a junction for the city's main streets; The Mayor Square; The Art Walk, The Puerta de Alcalá, a monument which was built for Carlos III in the 18th century; and The Royal Palace, among others. Toledo: The spirit of El Greco lives on in the ancient streets of this beautiful city. Visit its cathedral, historical churches and mediaeval synagogue.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: Silken Puerta de Madrid Hotel
Upon landing at Madrid’s airport, head to the Arrivals hall where you will find a driver holding a sign with your name on it. You will then be accompanied to the transfer to your hotel, where you can settle in before spending the rest of this first day at your leisure. Perhaps hit the streets and start exploring the many things one can do in this vibrant city, from visiting museums to enjoying a drink and tapas in one of its innumerable bars. Alternately, you can kick back and make the most of the available services at the hotel. In the evening, you can ask your hotel reception for restaurant recommendations to discover Madrid’s highly-renowned gastronomy before spending the first night in the hotel.Â
Overnight in Madrid.
Day 2 : Madrid: Highlights Tour
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: Silken Puerta de Madrid Hotel
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel before heading out to start your tour of Madrid. The coach will leave at 9:00 from Calle San Nicolás, 15, next to Plaza Los Ramales. You will first be taken to see the Plaza de Oriente and the Debod Temple, where we will stop to enjoy a walk and take some pictures. After this visit, return to the coach and head to the Plaza Mayor for a second stop to visit the Plaza de Villa and the iconic Puerta del Sol. The coach then continues on the rest of the tour, driving by Carrera de San Jerónimo Street, Las Cortes (the Spanish Parliament), Neptuno’s Square (a famous artistic fountain), the Paseo Del Prado (an avenue containing the Thyssen, Prado and Reina SofÃa Museums), the Atocha Railway Station, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Cibeles Square (which has another renowned fountain), Alcalá Street, Alcalá’s Gate, the Las Ventas Bullring, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium (Home of the Real Madrid CF), Paseo de la Castellana Street, Columbus Square, the National Library, Gran VÃa, Plaza de España and, lastly, Plaza de Oriente, where the tour comes to an end. Weather permitting, and always alongside your guide, the bus will make three stops throughout the trip: the aforementioned stops at the Plaza Mayor and the Debod Temple, as well as a third one at the Las Ventas Bullring. After the tour, the rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure and make your way back to the hotel at whichever time suits you best.
Overnight in Madrid
Day 3 : Madrid: Toledo Half Day Tour
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: Silken Puerta de Madrid Hotel
After breakfast at the hotel, go to the meeting point at Calle San Nicolás, 15, next to Plaza Los Ramales, to begin your half-day tour of Toledo at 08.45 (please arrive 15 minutes in advance).  Leave the city towards Toledo aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches. Dive into its history and discover a perfect mix of Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures. Wander around its Old Town, declared a World Heritage City in 1986. The more than 2000 years of existence have given the city a huge historical importance. Did you know it once was the capital of Spain? Get to know the city fantastic heritage and discover how the coexistence of the three cultures throughout the centuries influenced its current architectural style. Follow your guide through the city cobbled-streets until you reach the Cathedral. Built on the remains of an Arab mosque, its construction started in the 13th century. Today, it is one of the most important Gothic Cathedrals of Spain. Admire the magnificent façade and the huge bell tower before getting inside. Visit its interior and Sacristy, full of masterpieces of the former art museum it was. Amongst them, see fifteen paintings by El Greco. At the end of the guided tour, you will have a short free time to enjoy the city at your own pace before returning to Madrid.
Overnight in Madrid
Day 4 : Departure Madrid
Location: Madrid
After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, enjoy one last day in this magnificent city by going on a shopping spree or simply by strolling through its unforgettable history-filled streets. Then, at the indicated time, bid farewell to the city and catch your transfer to the airport or train station to continue to your following destination.Â
Breakfast included.
What's Included
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Local Guides
Operated with English and Spanish speaking local guides on Day 2 and Day 3.
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Meals
3 breakfasts are included.
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Accommodation
3 nights' accommodation is provided.
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Transfers
Arrival and departure transfer from and to the airport/train station are included.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, including the Madrid Highlights Tour and Toledo Half-day Tour, are included.
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Operated with English and Spanish speaking local guides (Day 2 3)
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3 nights' accommodation
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3 breakfasts
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Arrival and departure transfer from and to the airport/train station
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All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Madrid Highlights Tour Toledo Half-day Tour
What's Not Included
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Unmentioned Expenses
Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section are excluded.
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Personal Items
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks, and meals not stated explicitly in the programme are excluded.
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Flights
National or International flights are not included.
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Additional Entrance Tickets
Entrance tickets to any venue, museum, or activity not mentioned are excluded.
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Transfers to Activities
Any transfer from the meeting point of activities to the hotel and vice versa is not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks laundry drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme
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Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the included section
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National or International flights
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Entrance tickets to any venue museum or activity not mentioned
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Any transfer from meeting point of activities to hotel and v.v
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with arrival and departure transfers from the airport or train station, and enjoy air-conditioned coach tours for city highlights and a half-day trip to Toledo.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Silken Puerta de Madrid Hotel, offering modern amenities and a convenient location for exploring the vibrant city of Madrid.
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the local guides fluent in during the tour?
The local guides for the tour are fluent in both English and Spanish.
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What is the meeting point for the Madrid Highlights Tour?
The meeting point for the Madrid Highlights Tour is at Calle San Nicolás, 15, next to Plaza Los Ramales.
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What time does the Madrid Highlights Tour start?
The Madrid Highlights Tour starts at 9:00 AM.
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What are some of the key stops during the Madrid Highlights Tour?
Key stops during the Madrid Highlights Tour include Plaza de Oriente, Debod Temple, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Villa, Puerta del Sol, and Las Ventas Bullring.
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What is the meeting point for the Toledo Half Day Tour?
The meeting point for the Toledo Half Day Tour is at Calle San Nicolás, 15, next to Plaza Los Ramales.
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What time does the Toledo Half Day Tour start?
The Toledo Half Day Tour starts at 8:45 AM, and you are advised to arrive 15 minutes in advance.
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What historical significance does Toledo have?
Toledo is a World Heritage City with over 2000 years of history. It was once the capital of Spain and is known for its mix of Arab, Jewish, and Christian cultures.
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What notable sites will be visited in Toledo?
In Toledo, you will visit the Old Town and the Cathedral, which is one of the most important Gothic Cathedrals in Spain and contains masterpieces including fifteen paintings by El Greco.
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Are airport or train station transfers included in the tour?
Yes, arrival and departure transfers from and to the airport or train station are included in the tour.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 3 breakfasts.
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