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Overview
Combine two incredible attractions and enjoy a discounted price with this Madrid Combo full-day tour to Toledo and Aranjuez. In the morning, delve into Toledo’s treasure trove of medieval architecture and El Greco artworks and then spend the afternoon discovering the regal majesty of Aranjuez, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed royal city with a rich architectural tableau. Absorb the botanical beauty of the Palacio Real’s gardens and see the boats that once carried royalty at the Museum of Royal Feluccas before returning to Madrid.
- Madrid Combo tour of Toledo and Aranjuez
- Admire El Greco's The Burial of the Count of Orgaz in Toledo
- Walk through Toledo's medieval cobbled streets
- Visit the beautiful Palacio Real in Aranjuez
- Discover the beauty of the palace gardens
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Morning Tour: Toledo Depart from Madrid in an air-conditioned coach and get acquainted with the rich heritage of Toledo as you listen to your guide along the scenic route. On arrival in the UNESCO-listed city, head straight to the Church of St Tome to witness one of El Greco’s most famous paintings; admire the delicate brushstrokes of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz as your guide offers insight into the life of the 16th-century artistic genius.
Next, take to the cobbled streets of the city to see an architectural amalgamation of Gothic, Renaissance, Arabic and Mudejar styles. Visit the colossal Cathedral of Toledo to hear of its 13th-century origin; gaze at the towering turrets of the medieval castle; and delve into the city’s Jewish heritage at the Santa Maria La Blanca Synagogue. See a demonstration of "damascened"--precious metals inlaid in steel, then
enjoy some leisurely free time before reconvening with your group and guide for the next part of the tour.
Afternoon Tour: Aranjuez In the afternoon, continue your cultural exploration in the royal city of Aranjuez, located between the Tagus and Jarmara rivers. Stroll straight to the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), a majestic residence declared the centerpiece of Aranjuez’s UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape. Listen to tales of former royal residents and marvel at the distinct decorative styles as you venture inside the Throne Room of Elizabeth II and the Prince’s Gardens.
Relax amid the exotic flowers and water features of the gardens that have inspired works of art. Next take the time to see grand boats that carried royalty through canals at the Museum of Royal Feluccas, then return to the vehicle for the journey back to Madrid.
Next, take to the cobbled streets of the city to see an architectural amalgamation of Gothic, Renaissance, Arabic and Mudejar styles. Visit the colossal Cathedral of Toledo to hear of its 13th-century origin; gaze at the towering turrets of the medieval castle; and delve into the city’s Jewish heritage at the Santa Maria La Blanca Synagogue. See a demonstration of "damascened"--precious metals inlaid in steel, then
enjoy some leisurely free time before reconvening with your group and guide for the next part of the tour.
Afternoon Tour: Aranjuez In the afternoon, continue your cultural exploration in the royal city of Aranjuez, located between the Tagus and Jarmara rivers. Stroll straight to the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), a majestic residence declared the centerpiece of Aranjuez’s UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape. Listen to tales of former royal residents and marvel at the distinct decorative styles as you venture inside the Throne Room of Elizabeth II and the Prince’s Gardens.
Relax amid the exotic flowers and water features of the gardens that have inspired works of art. Next take the time to see grand boats that carried royalty through canals at the Museum of Royal Feluccas, then return to the vehicle for the journey back to Madrid.
Itinerary
Check in at our office in central Madrid at least 15 minutes in advance of your tour. 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. Right after the visit we will walk to the Synagogue of Sta. Maria la Blanca. Originally built as a synagogue, it was expropriated and became a Church only 211 years after it opened its doors. 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.
Duration: 5 hours
Admission Ticket Free
Check in again at our office in central Madrid at least 15 minutes in advance of your tour. Leave the city towards Aranjuez aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches.
Discover one of the Royal Sites 46km south of Madrid, on the magnificent valley of the Tagus River. Famous for its Royal Palace, the site also has incredible gardens not to be missed. So much so that UNESCO declared Aranjuez Cultural Landscape a World Heritage Site in 2001.
The Royal Palace has a mix of decorative styles, clearly exposed at the China Porcelain Chamber and at the Throne Room of Elizabeth II. See the Prince’s, the Island and the Parterre Gardens; characterized by a great variety of vegetation and tree species. Visit the Royal Borges Museum built in 1963 and see the collection of ancient boats used by the royal families to navigate the Tagus River.
Duration: 4 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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