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Soul of Spain, Self-drive

8 days
Start and end in Madrid
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Madrid

    Start point
    Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD), Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, Madrid, Madrid 28042, Spain (Car pick up at Madrid Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silken Puerta de Madrid), Hotel (Eurostars Puerta Madrid)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Madrid's famous landmarks and attractions independently
    • Visit the 'golden triangle' art galleries
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  2. Day 2

    Madrid

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silken Puerta de Madrid), Hotel (Eurostars Puerta Madrid)

    Optional Activities

    • Drive through Paseo de la Castellana, Plaza de Los Cibeles, and Gran Via
    • Visit the Royal Palace (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit the Reina Sofia Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (entrance fee not included)
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    Reina Sofia Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
    Almudena Cathedral
    Campo del Moro gardens
    Paseo de la Castellana
    Plaza de Los Cibeles
    Gran Via
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  3. Day 3

    Madrid - Aranjuez - Toledo - Salamanca

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Altheus Carmelitas)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Aranjuez Royal Palace and gardens (entrance fee not included)
    • Explore Toledo's old town and ancient streets (entrance to sites not included)
    • Visit Santo Tome Church to see El Greco's 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz' (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit the former synagogue with Mudejar architecture (entrance fee not included)
    Landmarks
    Aranjuez Royal Palace
    Toledo Cathedral
    Alcazar of Toledo
    River Tagus
    Santo Tome Church
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  4. Day 4

    Salamanca

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Altheus Carmelitas)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Salamanca University (entrance fee not included)
    • Explore Plaza Mayor
    • Visit Irish College (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit Casa de las Conchas Palace (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit Monterrey Palace (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit Art Noveau and Art Deco Museum at Casa Lis (entrance fee not included)
    • See Clavero Tower
    • Visit convents of Las Dueñas and St Stephen (entrance fees not included)
    • See Baroque Clergy Church
    Landmarks
    Salamanca University
    Plaza Mayor
    Casa de las Conchas Palace
    Monterrey Palace
    Casa Lis
    Clavero Tower
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  5. Day 5

    Salamanca - Avila

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Palacio de los Velada)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll the old town and medieval walls of Avila
    • Visit the fortified Gothic cathedral (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit the Romanesque Basilica of St Vincent (entrance fee not included)
    • Explore Plaza de Santa Teresa
    Landmarks
    Avila City Walls
    Avila Cathedral
    Basilica of St Vincent
    Plaza de Santa Teresa
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  6. Day 6

    Avila - Segovia

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Candido)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Gothic cathedral (entrance fee not included)
    • Visit the Alcazar (entrance fee not included)
    • View the Roman aqueduct
    Landmarks
    Segovia Cathedral
    Alcazar of Segovia
    Segovia Roman Aqueduct
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  7. Day 7

    Segovia - San Lorenzo de El Escorial - Madrid

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silken Puerta de Madrid), Hotel (Eurostars Puerta Madrid)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Monastery of El Escorial (entrance fee not included)
    • Explore the Hall of Battles
    • Visit the library with frescoed ceilings
    • Visit the basilica
    Landmarks
    Monastery of El Escorial
    Pantheon of Kings
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  8. Day 8

    Madrid

    End point
    Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD), Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, Madrid, Madrid 28042, Spain (Car drop off at Madrid Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
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