Daytrips from Madrid Spain - Travel Guides and Tours

This vacation includes 2-night stays in Madrid, Costa del Sol, and Seville, giving you plenty of time to immerse yourself in the local culture. Guided sightseeing shows off the important highlights, like Madrid’s Prado Museum, Toledo’s Church of Santo Tomé with one of El Greco’s most famous paintings, Granada’s Alhambra and Water Gardens of the Generalife, and Seville’s cathedral with Columbus’ tomb. With your free day in Torremolinos, enjoy the beaches or browse through the trendy boutiques. Other features are visits to historic Ronda and a sherry bodega in Jerez. On the way back to Madrid, stop in Cordoba to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper.Special Departure:Departure Dec 17 - Christmas Eve in Seville.

Toledo, Madrid, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Ronda

Included Sightseeing Highlights Premium Highlights Visit the unique city of Toledo, to admire the Cathedral, old synagogue, as well as El Greco's masterpiece in the chapel of Santo Tomé Visit the elaborately carved courtyards and golden mosaics of the Alhambra Palace in Granada Visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus in Seville's Gothic Cathedral, built in the 15th century Visit the Monument to the Discoveries & Belem Tower in Lisbon Visit Jeronimo's Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline art Personal Insights Learn about Toledo - where four religions meet. Additional Excursions and Sights See the Alcazar, Giralda Tower & Santa Cruz Quarter in Seville Visit the great Basilica in Fatima See the Plaza Mayor and Puente Romano bridge in Salamanca Visit the walled town of Avila See the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid Insight's First Class Services Escorted by a professional Tour Director Luxury 40 seat touring coach with extra legroom & onboard toilet First Class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 10 Quality Dining Highlight Dinner in Madrid at a local restaurant (HD) 8 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d'hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D) Included Sightseeing Highlights Premium Highlights Visit the unique city of Toledo, to admire the Cathedral, old synagogue, as well as El Greco's masterpiece in the chapel of Santo Tomé Visit the elaborately carved courtyards and golden mosaics of the Alhambra Palace in Granada Visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus in Seville's Gothic Cathedral, built in the 15th century Visit the Monument to the Discoveries & Belem Tower in Lisbon Visit Jeronimo's Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline art Personal Insights Learn about Toledo - where four religions meet. Additional Excursions and Sights See the Alcazar, Giralda Tower & Santa Cruz Quarter in Seville Visit the great Basilica in Fatima See the Plaza Mayor and Puente Romano bridge in Salamanca Visit the walled town of Avila See the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid Insight's First Class Services Escorted by a professional Tour Director Luxury 40 seat touring coach with extra legroom & onboard toilet First Class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 10 Quality Dining Highlight Dinner in Madrid at a local restaurant (HD) 8 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d'hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

This vacation includes 2-night stays in Madrid, Costa del Sol, and Seville, giving you plenty of time to immerse yourself in the local culture. Guided sightseeing shows off the important highlights, like Madrid’s Prado Museum, Toledo’s Church of Santo Tomé with one of El Greco’s most famous paintings, Granada’s Alhambra and Water Gardens of the Generalife, and Seville’s cathedral with Columbus’ tomb. With your free day in Torremolinos, enjoy the beaches or browse through the trendy boutiques. Other features are visits to historic Ronda and a sherry bodega in Jerez. On the way back to Madrid, stop in Cordoba to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. Extend your vacation to Barcelona for two nights by AVE Train. Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the gothic quarter.Special Departure:Departure Dec 17 - Christmas Eve in Seville.

Madrid-Barcelona, Barcelona, Toledo, Madrid, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Ronda

Airport transfers in Madrid on days 2 and 14 Twin-bedded rooms in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling 12 breakfasts (BB) and 5 three-course dinners with coffee or tea (D), including a Highlight Dinner (HD), a “You’re Personally Invited” Dinner (PI) and a Farewell Dinner (FD) with wine Services of a professional Tour Director Private luxury motorcoach with airconditioning, reclining seats and emergency restroom Sightseeing with a local guide, some with headsets: Toledo, Cordoba, Granada, Seville, Lisbon, Madrid Special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges where applicable Portfolio of travel documents NOTE: The visit to Gibraltar is subject to both British and Spanish visa requirements. Please speak with your travel agent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements.

Enjoy these great tour features 'Personal Concierge' service from a professional Tour Director throughout Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet and extra legroom First Class Hotels in Central locations, see map key, including all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack Transfers to and from the airport with Insight's Airport Shuttle Service . Buffet breakfast each day as indicated Welcome Drink meeting on day 2 Included Excursions & Sights Orientation and walking tour in Lisbon Cross the remote Alentejo plateau to Seville Orientation tour and background lecture of Seville Visit and orientation to ancient Cordoba Travel across the Sierra Morena and the great plains of La Mancha Orientation tour and city briefing in Madrid Journey across Castille, passing Guadalajara, Calatayud and Zaragosa Orientation tour and informative city induction to Barcelona En-route commentaries, country updates and topical talks You decide your itinerary duration with our 11 or 14 Day option. You decide your departure city with our FREE Madrid/Barcelona coach transfer on Day 11. Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon, Madrid or Barcelona Itinerary Flexibility Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon or Barcelona. Select options These optional "experience packages" may be purchased on tour: Lisbon Experience - an in-depth 3/4 day tour of Alfama, St Georges and the major monuments with afternoon tea in Cacilhas. Cascais & Sintra Experience - an afternoon excursion to beautiful Estoril and the Royal resorts Seville Experience - a morning tour visiting the key sights, with lunch included. Madrid Experience - a morning of major sights, Royal Palace and Prado with a delicious Taberna lunch. Toledo Experience - a leisurely afternoon visit to Toledo, old imperial capital. Barcelona Experience - a half day tour of unique architecture and cultural experiences. Costa Dorada Experience - a relaxing afternoon excursion to Sitges, famed coastal town and home of Columbus' mariners. Enjoy these great tour features 'Personal Concierge' service from a professional Tour Director throughout Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet and extra legroom First Class Hotels in Central locations, see map key, including all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack Transfers to and from the airport with Insight's Airport Shuttle Service . Buffet breakfast each day as indicated Welcome Drink meeting on day 2 Included Excursions & Sights Orientation and walking tour in Lisbon Cross the remote Alentejo plateau to Seville Orientation tour and background lecture of Seville Visit and orientation to ancient Cordoba Travel across the Sierra Morena and the great plains of La Mancha Orientation tour and city briefing in Madrid Journey across Castille, passing Guadalajara, Calatayud and Zaragosa Orientation tour and informative city induction to Barcelona En-route commentaries, country updates and topical talks You decide your itinerary duration with our 11 or 14 Day option. You decide your departure city with our FREE Madrid/Barcelona coach transfer on Day 11. Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon, Madrid or Barcelona Itinerary Flexibility Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon or Barcelona. Select options These optional "experience packages" may be purchased on tour: Lisbon Experience - an in-depth 3/4 day tour of Alfama, St Georges and the major monuments with afternoon tea in Cacilhas. Cascais & Sintra Experience - an afternoon excursion to beautiful Estoril and the Royal resorts Seville Experience - a morning tour visiting the key sights, with lunch included. Madrid Experience - a morning of major sights, Royal Palace and Prado with a delicious Taberna lunch. Toledo Experience - a leisurely afternoon visit to Toledo, old imperial capital. Barcelona Experience - a half day tour of unique architecture and cultural experiences. Costa Dorada Experience - a relaxing afternoon excursion to Sitges, famed coastal town and home of Columbus' mariners.

Enjoy these great tour features 'Personal Concierge' service from a professional Tour Director throughout Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet and extra legroom First Class Hotels in Central locations, see map key, including all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack Transfers to and from the airport with Insight's Airport Shuttle Service . Buffet breakfast each day as indicated Welcome Drink meeting on day 2 Included Excursions & Sights Orientation and walking tour in Lisbon Cross the remote Alentejo plateau to Seville Orientation tour and background lecture of Seville Visit and orientation to ancient Cordoba Travel across the Sierra Morena and the great plains of La Mancha Orientation tour and city briefing in Madrid Itinerary Flexibility Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon or Madrid. Select options These optional "experience packages" may be purchased on tour: Lisbon Experience - an in-depth 3/4 day tour of Alfama, St Georges and the major monuments with afternoon tea in Cacilhas. Cascais & Sintra Experience - an afternoon excursion to beautiful Estoril and the Royal resorts Seville Experience - a morning tour visiting the key sights, with lunch included. Madrid Experience - a morning of major sights, Royal Palace and Prado with a delicious Taberna lunch. Toledo Experience - a leisurely afternoon visit to Toledo, old imperial capital. Enjoy these great tour features 'Personal Concierge' service from a professional Tour Director throughout Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet and extra legroom First Class Hotels in Central locations, see map key, including all service charges, taxes and porterage Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack Transfers to and from the airport with Insight's Airport Shuttle Service . Buffet breakfast each day as indicated Welcome Drink meeting on day 2 Included Excursions & Sights Orientation and walking tour in Lisbon Cross the remote Alentejo plateau to Seville Orientation tour and background lecture of Seville Visit and orientation to ancient Cordoba Travel across the Sierra Morena and the great plains of La Mancha Orientation tour and city briefing in Madrid Itinerary Flexibility Extend your stay with extra accommodation in Lisbon or Madrid. Select options These optional "experience packages" may be purchased on tour: Lisbon Experience - an in-depth 3/4 day tour of Alfama, St Georges and the major monuments with afternoon tea in Cacilhas. Cascais & Sintra Experience - an afternoon excursion to beautiful Estoril and the Royal resorts Seville Experience - a morning tour visiting the key sights, with lunch included. Madrid Experience - a morning of major sights, Royal Palace and Prado with a delicious Taberna lunch. Toledo Experience - a leisurely afternoon visit to Toledo, old imperial capital.