Madrid Excursions
All the Madrid Excursions below are scheduled coach excursions operated by Pullmantur, one of Spain's largest travel
agencies. Transport is by luxury, air-conditioned coach. They also offer
scheduled Madrid City Tours of the main tourist
attractions.
The most popular destinations are as follows:
Toledo was the capital of medieval Spain until 1560 where Arabs,
Christians and Jews once lived together in relative harmony.
Felipe II’s monastery-palace of El Escorial is one of Spain’s most
famous sights. A few kilometres away is El Valle De Los Caídos (Valley
of the Fallen) which is a monument to those who died in the Spanish Civil War.
Segovia is home to a 2000 year old Roman aqueduct which is one of the
best remaining monuments of the Roman Empire whilst the Alcázar was reputedly
the inspiration for Walt Disney's Cinderella castle.
Further west is the ancient, walled city of Avila which was the
birthplace of Saint Teresa. And further on is the university city of
Salamanca.
If you're looking for something more exclusive then take a look at our
Private Madrid Excursions and
Private Madrid City Tours. These are for small
groups. You are met at your hotel by an English speaking driver who will
transfer you to your destination. On arrival you will meet a licensed, English
speaking tour guide, who will show you around the main attractions.
More Day Excursions From Madrid
The following tours and excursions are provided by
Viator and can all be booked online. You simply print out a voucher and
present it on the day of the tour.
Toledo ½
Day or Full Day
Discover the heritage of mankind. Introducing one of the Spain's
greatest national monuments for art, history and
spirituality, the glorious city of Toledo! See its many beautiful sites
including the amazing thirteenth century Cathedral,
medieval castle, synagogue and of course its stunning El Greco
masterpieces. Book this tour and allow this mesmerizing city
to capture your soul.
Avila and Segovia
Day Excursion
Join the pilgrimage to the ancient city of Avila, known for being
the birthplace of the mystic writer, Saint Teresa of Jesus,
as well as its ninety semicircular towers dating back to the 11th
Century. The magic of this tour continues to Segovia, most
renowned for its famous Alcazar, perched over a magnificent rock, it is
believed to be the inspiration for Disney Castle.
Panoramic Madrid
Sightseeing Tour
The history of the majestic city of Madrid will come to life when
you allow you guide to introduce you to its incredible
past. Once an Arabian Fortress, this city is now a thriving cultural
center bursting with monuments, galleries and museums.
You will even see Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, home of the famous Real
Madrid football team!
El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen
Step back in time as you explore Spain's intriguing past on this
full day tour including two commemorative buildings that
impress because of their austerity and magnificence. Meander through the
incredible El Escorial Monastery and discover how
the monks once lived. Venture to the ominous Valley of the Fallen, where
lies a monument paying tribute to those who lost
their lives in the Spanish Civil War.
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Approximate Duration: 5 hours - 8½ hours
Approximate Duration: 9 hours
Approximate Duration: 9 hours
Approximate Duration: 9 hours
Approximate Duration: 5 hours
