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From Madrid: Toledo Full-Day Tour

Tourists exploring the historic city of Toledo on the Toledo Express tour from Madrid, featuring unique architecture and scenic views
Group of tourists exploring the historic city of Toledo Express from Madrid, with a view of the famous Alcázar fortress in the background
Visitors admiring El Greco's - The Burial of the Count of Orgaz at the Church of St. Tome
Group of tourists enjoying a sunny day excursion from Madrid to the historic cities of Segovia, Ávila, and Toledo, featuring iconic landmarks like the Segovia Aqueduct and Toledo Cathedral.

Tick must-see landmarks off your bucket-list! Take a guided walk around the historic sites of the Old Town for a sneak into Toledo's cultural tapestry.

Highlights

  • Take a full-day tour of Toledo and learn about the history of this fortress city as you walk beside an expert bilingual guide.

  • With transfers and tickets taken care of, wander through the ancient alleys of the Old Town and Jewish Quarter for a stress-free cultural experience.

  • Trace Toledo’s history through 4 iconic sites: a hidden synagogue, monastery, church, and cathedral. Opt for tapas lunch for a truly local flavor.

  • Go further with the full city tour, including entry to 7 must-see landmarks. Add gems like an ancient girls' school and mosque-cathedral to your day!

  • A simple upgrade will get you access to a guided tour of Toledo Cathedral, the seat of the Archbishop of Toledo.

Inclusions

  • Full-day guided tour of Toledo

  • Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

  • Round-trip AC coach transfers from Madrid

  • Entry to Toledo Cathedral (as per option selected)

  • Tapas lunch menu (as per option selected)

  • Entry to 4/7 monuments: (as per option selected)

  • Santo Tomé Church

  • Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue

  • San Juan de los Reyes Monastery

  • Cristo de la Luz Mosque

  • Real Colegio de las Doncellas

  • Jesuitas Church

  • El Salvador Mosque-Church

Exclusions

  • Hotel transfers

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Toledo's cultural legacy

Begin your journey with a comfortable AC coach ride from Madrid to Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the 'City of Three Cultures'. As you arrive, let the charm of this ancient city unfold under the guidance of an expert bilingual guide. Wander through the historic Jewish Quarter, where every alley echoes stories of coexisting Muslim, Jewish, and Christian communities. Marvel at the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, an architectural gem built by Moorish craftsmen in a Christian city for Jewish worshippers. Visit Santo Tomé Church to see El Greco’s iconic masterpiece, The Burial of Count Orgaz, a painting said to blend heaven and earth. As you stroll, don’t miss the chance to admire San Juan de los Reyes Monastery's intricate Gothic-Mudéjar designs, originally intended to celebrate Queen Isabella’s victory over Portugal.

Unlock the full experience

Opt for a full-access ticket to explore more, including the Baroque Jesuitas Church and the Real Colegio de las Doncellas, a former girls' school with a history as fascinating as its architecture. Choose the option with guided access to Toledo Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in Spain, which took nearly three centuries to complete. Inside, marvel at its intricate stained-glass windows and El Greco artworks. Did you know it houses a 200-kg monstrance used for centuries in Corpus Christi processions?

For a touch of local flavor, add an optional tapas lunch to savor regional delicacies. End your day with free time to wander Toledo’s winding streets before your return to Madrid, steeped in the stories of this historic city.

What to bring

  • It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

  • Photography and filming are strictly not allowed inside the exhibitions of any monuments.

Accessibility

  • The tour is wheelchair accessible, however, the streets of Toledo are narrow and paved. People with mobility impairments may face difficulties accessing some parts of the city.

Additional information

  • Please note that the itinerary is subject to change and the tour can be rescheduled due to inclement weather.

  • Transportation is from the meeting point. Note that this ticket does not include hotel transfers.

  • Reach the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit for a seamless experience.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

  • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid delays.

  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for meeting point details and specific instructions.

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