Check in at our office in central Madrid and leave the city towards Toledo aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches.
Relax and enjoy the scenery on the way to the city. Follow your local guide on a walking tour of the Historic City of Toledo, World Heritage City since 1986. Once Spain’s capital, it is a perfect mix of Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures. Learn about its fantastic heritage and see how the coexistence of cultures through the centuries influenced its current architectural style.
Stroll amid the courtyard cloisters and royal coats of arms at the San Juan de los Reyes Monastery. Admire the building sponsored by Queen Elizabeth from Castilla to become a royal mausoleum, the most important construction built by the Catholic Monarchs. Walk to the Synagogue of Sta. Maria la Blanca and learn about its fascinating history. Today, it is a fantastic museum of Mudejar (Arabic) style that you will visit. Admire the world famous painting of by el Greco – The Burial of the Count of Orgaz – at the Church of St. Tomé. Did you know el Greco himself lived in this beautiful city?
The walking tour will continue until we reach the Cathedral, considered of the most important Gothic Cathedrals in Spain. You will see it from the outside before the guided tour finishes. Then, you will have free time to explore Toledo on your own before returning to Madrid.
Suitable for:
Solo
Couples
Students
Groups
Kids
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Additional information
- Duration: 5 Hours
- Starting time: MULTI
- Ending time: MULTI
Experience
* The Cathedral of Santa María de Toledo is an example of the Gothic architecture. Its north gate reminds of Paris' Notre Dame and Puerta de los Leones is rich in Hispano-Flemish sculptures.
* The Church of St. Tomé, which contains the painting "The Burial of the Count of Orgaz" by El Greco.
* El Puente de San Martín is a medieval bridge over the Tagus River. Is one of the city’s most characteristic postcards for its two fortified towers.
Included
* Transportation on an air conditioned coach.
* Local official guide.
* Tour operated in both Spanish and English.
* Radio guide system.
* Admission to the Church of St. Tomé.
* Admission to the Synagogue of Sta. Maria la Blanca.
* Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes.
Not included
* Lunch, beverages or other services not specified.
* Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Essential Information
* This is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire.
* Photography and filming are not permitted inside the Church of St. Tomé.
* The duration of the tour includes transportation.
* Julià Travel reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour itinerary without prior notice due to force majeure reasons.
Essential Information
Dive into a fascinating mix of cultures in Toledo. Walk through the Old Town following your local guide and see the famous painting by el Greco, The B