Arantxa was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour allowed us to see the highlights of Toledo and Segovia. Highly recommend.
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What's Included
Includes
- Trip by luxury bus / van with air conditioned and Wifi, Madrid - Toledo - Segovia - Madrid
- Preferential admission to the Alcazar of Segovia with a guided tour.
- Walking Tour Guide in Toledo and Segovia
- Drink and tapa in Segovia
- Official bilingual guide for guided walking tours in Toledo and Segovia
Excludes
- Any service not specified in the itinerary
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
The cathedral of Toledo is one of the three 13th-century High Gothic cathedrals in Spain and is considered, in the opinion of some authorities, to be the magnum opus of the Gothic style in Spain. It was begun in 1226 under the rule of Ferdinand III and the last Gothic contributions were made in the 15th century when, in 1493, the vaults of the central nave were finished during the time of the Catholic Monarchs. It was modeled after the Bourges Cathedral, although its five naves plan is a consequence of the constructors' intention to cover all of the sacred space of the former city mosque with the cathedral, and of the former sahn with the cloister. It also combines some characteristics of the Mudéjar style, mainly in the cloister, with the presence of multifoiled arches in the triforium. The spectacular incorporation of light and the structural achievements of the ambulatory vaults are some of its more remarkable aspects.
Segovia Cathedral is the Gothic-style Roman Catholic cathedral located in the main square of the city of Segovia, in the community of Castile-Leon, Spain. The church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, was built in a Gothic style in the mid-16th century.
The Alcázar of Segovia is a medieval alcázar located in the city of Segovia, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Rising out on a rocky crag above the confluence of two rivers near the Guadarrama mountains, it is one of the most distinctive castle-palaces in Spain by virtue of its shape – like the bow of a ship
The Sierra de Guadarrama is a mountain range forming the main eastern section of the Sistema Central, the system of mountain ranges along the centre of the Iberian Peninsula. It is located between the systems Sierra de Gredos in the province of Ávila, and Sierra de Ayllón in the province of Guadalajara
This Mudéjar construction was built in 1180. It has five naves separated by pillars supporting horseshoe arches. In the 15th century it was converted into a church, although today it is simply a monument which is open to visitors. It has a coffered wooden ceiling, Plateresque altars and an altarpiece by the school of Berruguete.
The parish church must have been founded after the Christian Reconquista of the city by Alfonso VI in 1085, as the first news that we have of its existence is from 1142. From the first Mudejar building, it has kept the large multifoil arch superimposed upon the main arch that separates the main nave from the presbytery together with the sturdy buttresses of this part of the nave and a small trefoil arch on a brick frieze arranged in Mudejar style that survives in the high part in what used to be the semicircular sanctuary of the original single nave church.
This monastery was founded by King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile to commemorate both the birth of their son, Prince John, and their victory at the Battle of Toro (1476) over the army of Afonso V of Portugal. Toledo was chosen as the site for building the monastery due to its central geographic location and because it had been the capital of the ancient Visigoth kingdom, symbolically reconstituted by Isabella and Ferdinand with the restoration of the lost unity of Spain, through the union of Castile with Aragon.
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Arantxa was a great tour guide! We had a lot of fun visiting two beautiful cities in one day. This is the perfect day trip from Madrid.
Amazing! Our tour guide was so kind and made it such an enjoyable experience! The walks were perfect length and felt immersed in the city
Arantxa was amazing, fun and knowledgeable about the cities we visited. She not only provided us with rich history but filled our day with so much laughter and memories that we will cherish forever.
I had an amazing tour with an incredibly informative guide. She was also incredibly sweet, making the experience welcoming and enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended!
Excellent service! The guide and the driver were verb polite and the places were amazing! A very satisfying experience!
What a fabulous way to spend the day – being driven around in a luxury van, taking in the stunning sights of both Toledo and Segovia with the family! From start to finish, our tour was seamless, enriching, and so enjoyable, thanks to our exceptional guide, Arantxa. She truly went above and beyond, tailoring the experience perfectly to our interests and the kids’ pace. Her warmth, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge of Spanish history and culture brought every corner of both cities to life. In Toledo, we were especially blown away by the cathedral – touring its chapels, admiring the architecture, and discovering the rich collection of art was an absolute highlight. Arantxa’s insight added layers of meaning to everything we saw. The walk through the old towns of both Toledo and Segovia felt like stepping back in time. From the majestic aqueduct and Alcázar in Segovia to the winding streets and layers of cultural heritage in Toledo, we were constantly in awe. Even the drives between sites were enjoyable – comfortable, scenic, and filled with great conversation and local tips. We can’t recommend this tour enough – it’s the perfect balance of education, relaxation, and fun. Thank you, Arantxa, for making it such a memorable experience for our whole family!
The private tour was excellent and our guide Aranzazu was a brilliant and talented person. A very kind and positive personality, making the trip very meaningful.
We hadva wonderful experience with Arantxa. She was wonderful! Toledo was great but I (as an engineer) thought Segovia and the Roman Aquaduct was over the top Arantxa picked us up at our hotel and right from the start she made us feel welcome just as if our sister aas giving ud the tour. Alqays quivk witj a smole and grest info she was as impresivecas the sights. If you get the chance to requedt her....just do it. A long but awesome day!
Our tour guide was amazing, so friendly, and very knowledgeable. She brought the history to life. This was an amazing experience! We highly recommend, 10 out of 10.
Amazing tour of two beautiful cities. I’ve never experienced anything like it. Our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. Our driver was superb. I highly recommend the personalized experience of this private tour. We loved it, 10 out of 10.
It was amazing!! Everything was very beautiful and the tour was awesome! I learned a lot of really cool history and heard some great stories. The food was also amazing in these cities. Thank you so much for the experience!
We had amazing tours of both cities. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It rained but it was still worth the money. Highly recommended.
The private tour was great for a large bilingual group of family and friends! Arantxa, our tour guide was lovely; very knowledgeable about the history of the city of Segovia. She made the experience very entertaining for all of us in both Spanish and English. She also made sure to take group photos at the most scenic spots. If you are looking for a day tour of Segovia for a large group of family and friends that includes a delicious local meal, this is for you! I highly recommend this experience. We walked through the city and visited the castle, the cathedral, the main city square and aqueduct. A memorable experience!
The place is amazing and the guide made it more interesting. We have been inSegovia several times before and this time we could really learn and understand the history behind the ancient walls. THANK YOU, ARANTXA PD The food was excellent!
Very knowledgeable and caring guide! Would recommend going with Aratxa. Enjoyed learned not just about the history but also experiencing the local cuisine.
I enjoyed the experience with Arantxa as our tour guide. She was very nice and helpful and made the trip very memorable
Great tour, Arantxa was a great guide very knowledgeable and Adrian was a great driver. They took us to Segovia and Toledo. Highly recommend this tour.
great time! everything was amazing!!!!! Arantxa and Adrian were helpful and kind to us. definitely recommend for both kids and adults.
Oscar met us exactly as expected on time at the hotel. He is a delightful tour guide, full of knowledge and passion for his job. We met the driver (Adrian?) in a Mercedes minivan and it was an easy drive to Toledo and Segovia, then back to Madrid. There is a lot of walking on this tour, so wear your best walking shoes! There is not much time for shopping or browsing, it is more like a school field trip with a more fun teacher! The only shopping we did was in a jewelry store in Toledo where we stopped to use the toilets and there is an interesting demonstration of how they make the damscene jewelry. It feels a little bit pressured sales here, but you are free to say no thank you. There was also an opportunity to try some traditional marzipan or other baked goods. We had lunch in Segovia at a beautiful restaurant, not included, and continued our tour on foot through Segovia and the castle. I highly recommend this trip, but beware it is a FULL DAY and it will be long. We didn’t plan any other big tours, so this was perfect for us and memorable.
My family and I had an especially memorable day. The two cities to visit are unique and worthwhile by themselves, if you also add the company of a specialist guide (thanks Oscar) who also gives them a voice and tells you their secrets and a driver (thanks Adrian) who is at your disposal , the result is fantastic. We really enjoyed the day even though the weather was not good.
Great tour! Rafael was our guide and he was great! Fun, knowledgeable, flexible we couldn't say enough good things. The car was nice, clean, new and since it was super hot visit very cool (Jose was our driver and also very engaging, nice and accommodating). Great visit and well worth the value.
The guide and driver were excellent, very thorough and flexible! They arrived early at our hotel and were willing to visit any location in Segovia and Toledo. They spoke English very well and we’re easy to understand. The tour was about 10 hours long and enjoyable! We definitely saw all of the highlights and had a wonderful lunch and snack (not included).
We're from Mexico! The tour was very good, very punctual. Arantxa our guide very friendly, friendly and very attentive to our needs, as we carry young children. Helped us with the restaurant reservation and ate delicious! All excellent.
The visit has been amazing. Toledo pretty quiet. And Arantxa wonderful guide. Segovia A place you can not miss visiting. And especially eating. His divine traditions..
Tremendous family experience. Aranxa and Pablo were a success. We saw everything we wanted and more. We went at a good pace and the girls had a great time. 🤩
Our guide Arantxa and our driver Pablo, very attentive and friendly. Arantxa very knowledgeable. definitely recommended
Toledo and Seville are charming places, beautiful landscapes, a very interesting story, I felt like I was in the movies, especially with our guide Arantxa who told us a beautiful story and we felt like we were in that time. Thank you Arantxa dear 🌷
Everything we visited was very incredible, thanks to Arantxa who guided us very well through everything, incredible service
Very nice tour, lo. I recommend 100%, 😊Arantxa, exceptional and loving guide, together with Pablo our driver, make a fantastic duo. We leave very satisfied and happy with this beautiful tour 😊😊😊😊🤗🤗🤗🤗
Departed by bus from our. Hotel at a time in Toledo, we were enchanted by the beauty and history of this city. Our guide satisfied us with his descriptions, his stories and the various vicissitudes inherent to the various command situations of the city. At the end of the evening our guide took us back by bus to our hotel. Hotels. All good, they are certainly wonderful places, full of beauty, culture and history.
Visiting these beautiful cities is amazing, and doing it with the guys from Fun & Tickets is an unforgettable experience. The combination of youth and professionalism of the people who served us is unsurpassed. I recommend it 100%
Thank you for this beautiful experience guided by Arantxa… He kept us at a high level of energy and he managed fabulously with the group in English and Spanish, showing details and stories of the emblematic places of Segovia!!!
We had a great time. We loved the experience. Arantxa has been a great guide, she has shown us and explained everything about the city and then we shared a meal that was incredible. Without a doubt an experience worth living.
It was a great ride. Arantxa is a very energetic and kind person who can tell you information about all the places we visited in Segovia. Besides, he made a reservation in a spectacular place to eat the typical dishes of Segovia. I would gladly return to see another city
Our guide Arantxa made all the difference on the tour! It was an amazing walk! The kids were super attentive to the explanations of the guide! She managed to grab their attention in a super fun way! The day passed flying from so delicious q was!
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