Segovia and Avila Guided Day Trip from Madrid
Description
Take a tour from Madrid and discover these two unique cities with outstanding monuments roman as the Aqueduct, gothic, etc which brings you a full vision of the most traditional Spain
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Itinerary
DEPARTURE TIME:: 9:30 am Embark on a captivating evening escape to Segovia, a medieval gem and UNESCO World Heritage site. From Madrid, a comfortable bus journey will whisk you away to this enchanting city for a guided tour of its historic center.
ARRIVAL TO SEGOVIA: 10:45 am approximately The adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Roman Aqueduct, an engineering masterpiece that has stood for nearly two millennia. As you stroll through the narrow streets of the old Jewish quarter, you'll encounter the unique House of Peaks and the Romanesque Church of San Martin, each telling tales of a rich multicultural past
OPTIONAL: Wander along cobblestone streets in the historic center, leading to the vibrant Plaza Mayor, the beating heart of Segovian life. Here, you'll marvel at the exterior of the majestic Gothic Cathedral (optional entry), the last of its kind built in Spain.
The tour culminates with a view of the Alcázar, a fortress that once served as a royal residence and now dominates the urban landscape. (ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED) This experience will immerse you in Segovia's rich history and architectural beauty, offering a perfect blend of culture, art, and medieval charm
FREE TIME: Free time for lunch: Enjoy leisure time to savor local cuisine optionally, with the chance to try the famous Segovian suckling pig at a traditional restaurant.
MEETING SPOT: Meeting at the designated meeting point at the agreed time with your guide to continue to Avila.
Avila, the city of walls. Guided by our expert, we'll explore the historic center, marveling at the exteriors of Mercado Chico Square, San Vicente Basilica, Velada Palace, and Ávila Cathedral. The highlight is the impressive Ávila Wall, a perfectly preserved 2-kilometer-long medieval defensive structure offering breathtaking panoramic views Return to Madrid: As our adventure concludes, we'll return to Madrid by bus, filled with unforgettable memories of our day trip.
ARRIVAL TO MADRID: 6:30 pm approximately
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(532)
Day tour to Segovia and Avila from Madrid. This was a wonderful way to see too of Spain's classic sites in a day out of Madrid. I was pleasantly surprised that the giant bus was not full. Our guide, Pilar, was extremely knowledgeable, delightfully casual and I greatly admired her fluency switching back and forth between Spanish and English.
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found your guide knowledgeable and approachable. It’s wonderful to know that all your questions were answered and that the walking pace was comfortable throughout the experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
This was such a lovely day trip, the journey was pleasant and there was a little history along the way. Segovia is stunning, the tour guide gave clear instructions both in Spanish and English. There were plenty of photo opportunities and also free time to explore. The stop at Avila seemed short but I felt like we toured the best part. It would have been nice to have a little more time and information here. Otherwise highly recommended!!
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip, our guide’s explanations, and the opportunity to explore Segovia and Ávila. We appreciate your feedback about the time in Ávila and will keep it in mind. We hope to welcome you again soon!
An easy way to see two great cities without having to worry about anything yourself. The 9 hours went faster than we thought. The bus left and arrived exactly on time. There was enough time to see the essential sights and have some free time.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it a convenient way to discover two great cities without any worries. We are glad that the organization, punctuality, and balance between guided visits and free time met your expectations. We hope to welcome you again on another of our excursions.
Had a very good time. Weather permitting. Pilar has been the best guide. Explained the places and even going beyond her scope. Very mindful too. Cudos to you Pilar, job well done. Driver Raquel was also very good at her job. Smooth travel and felt very safe.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience. Your kind words about Pilar's professionalism, dedication, and thoughtful guidance are greatly appreciated, and we will be sure to share your compliments with her. We are also pleased to know that Raquel's excellent driving made you feel safe and comfortable throughout the journey. Thank you once again for your thoughtful review. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another tour in the future. Kind regards.
Comfortable travel, easy to visit two cities in the hot-wave summer, quite convenient
Thank you very much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you found the journey comfortable and that our tour made it easy to visit both cities, especially during the summer heatwave. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour soon Kind regards VPT TOURS
I had a wonderful experience on the Segovia and Ávila tour with VPT. Both the guide and the driver were truly first‑class—professional, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the entire day. The itinerary was well organized, the transportation was comfortable, and every stop was worth it. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. It was an unforgettable experience
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience on our Segovia and Ávila tour. It’s great to know that both our guide and driver made your day enjoyable with their professionalism, knowledge, and attentive service. We’re also pleased that you appreciated the itinerary, comfortable transportation, and every stop along the way. Thank you for your recommendation. We truly hope to welcome you on another VPT tour soon!
The travel guide was very rude unprofessional and did not give us enough information Very very bad
Lamentamos que esa haya sido su percepción de la experiencia. Nos sorprende especialmente su comentario, ya que nuestros guías reciben muy buenas valoraciones por su profesionalidad y el nivel de información que ofrecen durante las visitas. Nos habría gustado que indicara qué situaciones concretas le llevaron a esa opinión, ya que su reseña no especifica ningún hecho que nos permita analizar lo ocurrido o tomar medidas si hubiera sido necesario. Valoramos todas las opiniones cuando incluyen detalles que nos ayudan a mejorar. En cualquier caso, agradecemos que haya compartido su experiencia y le deseamos lo mejor en sus futuros viajes.
Excellent (and beautiful) guide, her name was Aiona (;), as also the driver, he was perfect. Thanks for the trip! Violeta and Giorgos from Greece.
Αγαπητοί πελάτες, Σας ευχαριστούμε πολύ για τα καλά σας σχόλια. Ελπίζουμε να σας ξαναδούμε σύντομα. Με εκτίμηση VPT TOURS
Overall a good experience tour guide ( Maria ) could have been better she didn’t seem to interact with her party very much and wasnt very approachable or explain things very well. I would recommend that people do not book the tour with tickets included, we only spent 10 minutes on the wall in Ávila as she took us to the smallest part of the walk. So don’t think you are going to be able to walk the whole wall approximately 2 miles as there is not enough time allowed to do so on this particular trip.
Dear customer, Could you please provide us with more information about your booking to vptterminal@vpttours.com as we do not work with any guide ''Maria'' ? We would like to conduct a relevant investigation. Kind regards
The tour is totally recommended. It left on time, a very comfortable bus, a very friendly guide who narrated all the historical details very well. We did not take the package with food included; however, considering the prices on site, the value is completely reasonable.
Estimados clientes, Muchas gracias por sus amables comentarios. Nos alegra enormemente saber que el tour fue satisfactorio. Reciba un cordial saludo
