Madrid Day Trip: Medieval Adventure in Avila and Segovia

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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 learn more

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.

Casco Historico de Avila - 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.
Las Murallas de Avila - 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.
Segovia - We will continue the tour to Segovia. On arrival, we will divide in different groups. If you have
chosen the option to visit Segovia at your own pace, you will have approximately three hours of
free time. If you have chosen the option with monuments, you’ll have approximately one hour
of free time to have lunch on your own. The rest of the group will go to the restaurant to enjoy
a lunch with roast suckling pig that will not leave you indifferent.
Cathedral of Segovia - After lunch, those who have chosen the tour with monuments will meet again with the guide to start the tour in Segovia. Walk through the old Jewish quarter of the city, visit the outside of the Cathedral and walk towards the Alcazar of Segovia.
Alcazar of Segovia - Enjoy a guided tour inside the castle and marvel at this spectacular fortification. Did you know that its architecture inspired Walt Disney for one of his films? Can you tell us which one?
Segovia - If you have visited Segovia on your own, meet the rest of the group at the agreed time to return to Madrid.

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
The duration of the tour may be increased by up to half an hour, depending on the size of the group.

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.

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Nicoleda8556cw

Aug 12, 2024

Segovia and Avila Tour - The views were amazing and so was our guide Jose Luis! He was very knowledgeable and made it a very fun experience! We got to see all parts of the towns which was very fun.