Castilian Getaway: From Madrid to Salamanca

Individual arrival in Madrid. Enjoy a private transfer to your hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city.

Welcome to the vibrant capital of Spain!
Set out to discover Madrid’s treasures at your own pace. Madrid, a true cultural, artistic, and historical gem, opens its doors to you. Let yourself be charmed by Madrid’s unique atmosphere as you stroll along Gran Via, the iconic avenue bustling with theaters, cinemas, and shops. La Puerta del Sol is an iconic square, home to the famous Kilometer Zero, the starting point for Spain’s roads.

Overnight at the hotel.

The day begins with a guided group tour through the historic heart of Madrid and its architectural treasures.
Immerse yourself in its captivating history, blending royal heritage with contemporary vibrancy.

Free afternoon to explore the Retiro Park. Discover its botanical side as well as the Crystal Palace and the Alfonso XII monument right in front of the lake.

Overnight at the hotel (B&B)

In the morning, enjoy a self-guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Kings of Spain (ticket and audioguide included).
With your audioguide, explore its splendid rooms, including the majestic Throne Room, and admire the elegant decorations. End your visit with a walk in the beautiful Sabatini Gardens, a true haven of peace in the heart of the city.

Dedicate your free afternoon to the world of the great masters of European painting at the Prado Museum, where works by Goya, Velázquez, and El Greco await you. Continue your artistic immersion at the Reina Sofía Museum, famous for its modern and contemporary art collections, including Picasso’s iconic Guernica.
An unmissable experience for art lovers!

Flamenco show at the end of the day. This art, inscribed on the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list, is an integral part of Spanish culture.

Overnight at the hotel (B&B).

In the morning, you take the train towards Toledo, the former capital of Spain. A city filled with history and culture, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Upon arrival, your guide will welcome you at the station, and you will set out to discover the treasures of this medieval city, with its winding streets, Gothic cathedral, Alcazar, and the traces left by the many cultures that have coexisted there.

Lunch at your leisure—your guide will suggest typical tapas restaurants in the beautiful patios of the city. Free afternoon.
Return to Madrid and free evening.

Overnight at the hotel (B&B).

Departure towards Salamanca, famous for its historic university. Embark on a pleasant journey through the vast landscapes of Castile. For around 2 hours, admire the golden plains, rolling hills, and charming typical villages along the way.

Arrival and check-in at the hotel, located in the heart of the city. Private guided tour in French of the historic center, one of the oldest in Europe. Travel through centuries of history and be amazed as you walk through the city. From the Plaza Mayor to the small streets of the old town, past beautiful palaces and up to the university. Finish by admiring the city’s two cathedrals, the old and the new ones.

Overnight at the hotel (B&B).

Today you continue visiting this emblematic Spanish city.
Private guided tour in French of the Cathedrals of Salamanca. The visit begins at the new cathedral, whose construction lasted two hundred and twenty years. Then, you will head to the old cathedral.
It is said that entering the old cathedral is like stepping into the Middle Ages, through its architecture, sculptures, and mural paintings.

The afternoon is dedicated to the Palacio de Monterrey, ticket with audioguide included. This Plateresque-style palace was built at the request of the Count of Monterrey, Don Alonso de Acevedo y Zúñiga, a nobleman of illustrious Galician origin with important resources closely connected to the city of Salamanca.

Overnight at the hotel (B&B).

Depending on your return flight or train schedule, you will return to the Spanish capital by regular train.
Greeting at Madrid station and transfer to the airport (B&B).