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Madrid Day Trip: Medieval Adventure in Avila and Segovia
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2,445 Ratings
Madrid
Experience two iconic Spanish medieval towns in a single day. Marvel at the ancient fortifications in Ávila and immerse yourself in the narratives behind its notable landmarks. Traverse through Segovia, relish its exceptional cuisine, and tour the magnificent Alcázar based on your chosen package.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Avila - Check in at our office in central Madrid 15 minutes in advance of your tour. Leave the city towards Ávila aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches.
Our first stop for the day will be at the city of Ávila, one of the best preserved fortifications in Spain. Follow your guide on a walking tour of the Old Town to discover the impressive history of this city. See Romanesque style churches, Gothic palaces and a fortified cathedral of the Middle Ages. Visit the Walls of Ávila and imagine the stories they have seen through the centuries. Marvel at the fortification and towers, which have granted the city a World Heritage Site status by UNESCO. You will be given free time to explore on your own.
What's Included
- Transportation on an air-conditioned coach.
- Visit the famed Alcazar of Segovia.
- Exclusive access to drink and tapa inside the Alcazar (optional).
- Explore the historic Santa Teresa Church.
- Bilingual tour in Spanish and English.
- Indulge in a gastronomic lunch at the Alcazar (optional).
- Enjoy leisure time to discover Segovia at your own pace (optional).
- Expertise of a local official guide.
- Convenient radio guide system.
- Entry to the medieval Walls of Ávila.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
- Please note that depending on the option selected you will have different inclusions in the visit of Segovia. If you decide to visit it at your own, the ticket and the tour inside the Alcazar is not included.
- If you select the option with Gastronomic lunch, it includes: Special white beans from “La Granja”, Roast suckling pig, Typical Segovian pastry “Ponche Segoviano”. Bread, wine and mineral water.
- Operated by a bilingual guide in Spanish and English
- Please keep in mind that the excursion includes several visits on foot, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
- Please note that the itinerary is subject to change.
- Not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for those with limited mobility
- Infants aged 5 years and under, are free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat
Location
Julià Travel Madrid
Calle de San Nicolás
Julià Travel Office
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Drea8686
Jun 8, 2024
Good trip - A well organized trip. We left and arrived on time. We got a lot of information about the attractions from José Luis. I highly recommend it to everyone.
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C6079jqtylerh
Jun 8, 2024
Avila and Segovia - Excellent guide, very knowledgeable. Places were beautiful, and the food was delicious. Would absolutely recommend.
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Stephenso852vn
Jun 7, 2024
Very enjoyable and interesting - The guide Jorge was very knowledgeable and shared with us interesting historical facts about the sites. We also enjoyed that we had a fair amount of time to walk around the area.
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Ellys672
Jun 7, 2024
Day trip to Avila and Segovia. - Amazing day trip. The tour guide Jose was so nice and mindful.
I chose the meal which I wasn’t fond of. And I wish we could’ve stopped at the Avila sign and taken a panoramic pic of the city.
Other than that the whole trip is amazing, book this trip. You won’t regret it.
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Antonio
Jun 5, 2024
Fantastic - Fantastic excursion, beautiful cities and incredible monuments. Our guide knows everything very well and his humor is appreciated.
Thanks to Jorge
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Sandrart6589ij
Jun 5, 2024
Do not miss it - Beautiful cities, very preserved. The guide's explorations were very good. We took many photos. We liked eating in Segovia.
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Companion13732845223
Jun 5, 2024
Must see place when visiting Madrid. - We had a comfortable journey and the guide was patient enough to show and explain about the places.
Booking was easy via online.
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Anacatalinan2024
Jun 7, 2024
Two cities in a day - The trip was very good, two beautiful cities in a day. Our guide Jorge was great, knowledgable and very patient. The only thing I would say is that there should be a little more free time in Segovia, I think that the trip could easily extend for 1 more hour.
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Claudias9005
Jun 5, 2024
A look at the beginnings of Spain - The destinations are incredibly beautiful, there is a lot of history, there is little time for everything you would like to see. It is necessary that we be very punctual because there is a lot to see and schedules to respect for visits and meals.
My guide was Jorge, he has a lot of knowledge of history but there is a bias in relation to religious topics. As an example, Saint Teresa of Ávila had a psychiatric illness that caused her to have hallucinations. You cannot make those comments that are inconsistent with what the Catholic Church says when there may be people who profess that religion in the group.
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Go16858363771
Jun 7, 2024
Terrible tourist guide and travel plan - This travel company plan two languages in same team. Tourist guide is a Spanish, not good enough for be an English tour guide. He scheduled the trip plan also bad, maybe it was a good time for photography, but he still go his way then tell the lunch and give us two meeting times. I think he need to practice and be more ability as possible.
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