Soak up Spain's sensational history on a day trip to Avila and Segovia. With the option to indulge in a gastronomic lunch, this trip is a feast for all the senses!
On your day trip from Madrid, you'll stop at hilltop Los Cuatro Postes to admire superb panoramic views before visiting Avila's San Vicente Basilica. Tour also includes a visit to Avila's cathedral.
Ancient hill-top Avila has been declared a Unesco "Heritage of Mankind" city, and is famous for its intact city walls and 90 towers dating back to the 11th century. The city was the birthplace of the mystic writer Saint Teresa of Jesus (1515-82) and is an important pilgrimage site.
Next, it's on to Segovia to see one of the best Roman-era monuments on the Iberian Peninsula - Segovia's incredible aqueduct. Built in the time of Augustus, the aqueduct has 118 arches and is 10 miles (16 kilometers) long, although just a fraction of its length remains visible today.
Segovia is also famous for its Alcazar, a beautiful 11th-century medieval fort that inspired the design of the Disney castle. Step back in time and imagine the medieval tournaments that once took place and the heroic knights who fought here.
On this day trip you have the option of including a tourist-style lunch or superb gastronomic lunch featuring local Segovian specialties.
Departure Dates: January 01 to March 31 Daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays April 1 to October 31 Daily November 1 to December 31 Daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays Commences: Madrid, Spain Departure Point: Tour departs from central Madrid Departure Time: 9:45am Return Details: Returns to original departure point Itinerary: Sample Menu (subject to change)
Tourist Lunch:
La Granja white beans
Beef cooked 'Segovian style'
Dessert
Gastronomic Lunch
La Granja white beans
Roasted baby pig
Segovian cake
Mineral water, wine and coffee
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Avila visit and entrance fee to Basilica of San Vincente
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Segovia visit and entrance fee to the Alcazar, with its Artillery Museum and Church of Vera Cruz
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Other Information:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for those with limited mobility
If the Cathedral in Avila is being used for exhibitions or other events, it may affect the normal flow of your visit. In this case, another monuments in Avila will be visited instead.
Infants aged 5 years and under, are free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
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Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.
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