About this tour
This eight-to-nine-hour private tour whisks you from Madrid to two of Spain's most historically significant towns. Avila and Segovia both earned UNESCO recognition for their extraordinary medieval architecture and centuries of accumulated heritage. You'll travel in a climate-controlled van with your own bilingual guide, spend ninety minutes walking Segovia's walled old town and another ninety minutes exploring Avila's remarkable fortifications, then sit down to a proper regional lunch featuring roasted suckling pig and local white beans before heading back to Madrid.
Highlights
- Segovia's Roman aqueduct and fairy-tale castle views
- Avila's intact medieval city walls and Gothic cathedral
- Roasted suckling pig lunch with regional wines included
- Private van transport with air conditioning and WiFi
- Bilingual guide for both walking tours
What to expect
You'll be collected from your Madrid hotel in the morning and driven through the Spanish interior in a comfortable van. Once in Segovia, your guide leads you through narrow stone streets past the famous Roman aqueduct and up towards the castle, stopping at key monuments along the way. After two hours exploring, you'll head to Avila, where thick medieval walls encircle the entire old town. Another guided walk covers the cathedral and main plazas. Lunch happens mid-afternoon at a local restaurant serving traditional Castilian fare—expect hearty portions and good local wine. The return journey to Madrid takes roughly two hours.
Good to know
Both towns are built on hillsides with uneven cobblestone streets; wear comfortable walking shoes. Prams and pushchairs work on main routes but not all side streets. The van has WiFi and air conditioning. All monument entrance fees are covered. Lunch includes wine, water, and coffee.
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