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Are you looking for private day trips while you’re in Madrid? Look no further; Madrid and its surrounding regions host beautiful sights perfect for those looking to venture out.
Some of the top regions outside Madrid have stunning architecture and historical significance worth viewing on a day out. When the busyness of the city gets overwhelming, you can find different ways to enjoy your time in Madrid through private day trips.
This post lists various options, making it great for those looking for Madrid day tours out of the city. The possibilities for a private day trip from Madrid are endless, from Toledo to Avila, Salamanca, and Segovia.
Highlights:
- Visit some of the most popular regions outside of Madrid
- Enjoy fully guided tours of each region
- Explore some of Spain’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Know Before You Book:
- Many of these tours don’t offer food and drinks
- There are long drives to the destinations
- Being at so many tourist destinations can get pricey
- Tickets to cathedral tours, museums, and monuments may be excluded
Madrid is Spain’s capital and one of the liveliest cities in the world. Many people flock to the capital yearly for its fantastic city culture and exciting activities. However, some people prefer venturing out of the city to see and learn more about its surrounding regions.
There is a good reason for tourists leaving Madrid to visit the surrounding areas. Spain is home to important world heritage sites, famous landmarks, and fantastic hiking spots. Private day trips are an excellent way for people to see some of Spain’s biggest tourist attractions on their terms.
Some of the most popular Madrid day trips include visiting Toledo for its historical significance as the ‘city of three cultures.’ Other popular tours include visiting Avila to see its stone walls and Salamanca for its golden sandstone architecture. Finally, Segovia is another popular destination for its ancient aqueduct and cathedral.
Every private tour differs, so you can expect anything from walking tours, personal drives, hiking, and more. Some tours don’t offer food or drinks, so while planning your trip, look for a guide on what to eat in Spain.
Madrid Private Tours Prices 2024
Each tour is different, and as such, the prices vary depending on the tour’s itinerary. Costs can start at about 52 euros ($58) per person in a private group to 837 euros ($938) for a full group of up to 7 people.
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Private Madrid Tours Times
While all tours vary in the number of hours spent out, the earliest starting time for a tour is 8:00. The latest ending time is 19:00. Not all trips take up full days. Most start in the morning, end before dinner, and some end in the evening.
Monday – Sunday: 8:00 – 19:00
Private Madrid Tour: Best Time to Go
You should visit Madrid between April and October for the best chance to take day trips in good weather. While the summer months of June to August provide the best weather, it is a time when tourism is booming. This may impact your ability to find private tours at reasonable prices.
Private Day Tours From Madrid Packages
Most private day tours from Madrid offer a private driver and guide to take you to your desired location.
Planning your trip is essential, as many trips are at different price points. Each location has tours that offer different amenities, so make sure you know what you want when you book.
Half-Day Private Tour to Toledo From Madrid
This private half-day tour to Toledo is best for people looking for an informative guided tour of the area’s history. Your Madrid tour guide will take you on a journey through the historical region’s most important monuments and museums.
The tour starts with a panoramic view of Toledo from the viewpoint of El Valle for 15 minutes before heading into the city. The area is known for its Islamic, Jewish, and Christian landmarks. They result from the harmony those groups shared in the Middle Ages.
During the tour, you can visit the Toledo Cathedral, a construction of Spanish Gothic architecture. This tour offers a 10% discount on the entrance ticket to the cathedral (9 Euros or $10 per person).
The tour is customized to your needs and includes upgrades such as more sightseeing, more free time, and an extended lunchtime. You will also see other great attractions like the Santa Cruz Museum and learn more about Toledo’s history.
What we liked: The local private guide had a license to explain and give information about the monuments.
- Skip-the-line cathedral tickets
- Private round-trip transfer to Toledo from Madrid by a Mercedes-Benz sedan or minivan
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Hotel or accommodation pickup if you’re in Madrid
- Admission ticket to the cathedral is at the customer’s expense
- Tickets for museums and monuments
- You have to upgrade to include free time for lunch, shopping, and more sightseeing
You will also be able to view the work of El Greco, Roman thermal baths, and archaeological findings of the area. Service animals, stroller accessibility, and infant seats are available, making the tour more accessible than most.
Check Price & BookFull-Day Private Trip to Avila and Salamanca With Guided Tour
This full-day private trip to Avila and Salamanca offers a fully guided tour of both cities. During this 11-hour tour, you will learn the respective histories of the cities and see their most iconic landmarks.
The tour starts at 7:45; you will head to Salamanca to see Plaza Mayor. After spending time exploring the city, you move on to Avila. You will view the Medieval Walls of Avila and much more.
What we liked: The tour balanced time between both cities effectively.
- Transportation provided from the meeting point for the duration of the tour
- An entrance ticket to Salamanca’s Cathedral is included if the shared tour option selected
- Professional tour guide who is bilingual in English and Spanish
- Hotel pickup and drop off depending on the option selected
- Food and drinks
- Access to Salamanca’s Cathedral is not included in the private tour option
Full-Day Private Day Trip to Segovia From Madrid
This full-day private tour to the city of Segovia highlights top city landmarks like Segovia Cathedral and Alcazar Castle. The tour begins at 9:00 and ends at 5:00, led by a private guide in a private vehicle.
The first attraction of the day is the Cathedral of Segovia, where you will be shown around for about two hours. The other two attractions of the day are the famous Roman aqueduct of Segovia and the Alcázar of Segovia.
Part of this day trip includes a walking tour of Madrid, where you will do a substantial amount of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
What we liked: Perfect for those who enjoy exploring on foot.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide if the option is selected
- Private driver and private vehicle
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- The tours are private and thus on your terms
- You see a lot in one day
- Many tour options
- Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
- Few options include food and drink
- Some options aren’t disability-friendly
- You will be driving for a good portion of your trip
Specification: Private Day Trips From Madrid (Spain Tours, Half/Full Day) 2024
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11 reviews for Private Day Trips From Madrid (Spain Tours, Half/Full Day) 2024
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Vanessa_C –
Isabel, our tour guide, and our driver, Zdenka were fantastic! Isabel was extremely knowledgeable and great with our kids. They recommened a restaurant for lunch back in Madrid and made reservations for us. It was the perfect tour to visit both sites in a customized and comfortable manner.
myriampatricia_f –
Khan was our guide and we coudnt as for a better one, always attentive nd with a lot of knowledge, toledo is precious, the Cathedra and the old town and we visited the most impirtant places , my husband even did a tirolesa on our wayout, then onto Segovio, beatiful also, ere we ate cochinillo, the tipical plate, and the alcazar and all the little and beatiful places, a look out point that took your breath away, in general an exciting tour with a great Guide, everything was prfect from the pickup at our hotel to the return
Yufang_S –
Our guide was very knowledgeable and the tour was nice. However, her company did not give her our arrival train schedule correctly and she was late because of that. Her company also did not send us her contact information and how to meet prior to the trip. It was frustrating when we arrived and did not see the guide, and had no way to contact her either. At the end, I contacted the tour provider via viator and they responded. I think there is room for improvement regarding communication on both sides. Overall, the guide was very nice and the tour was well planned.
hrcalo –
I highly recommend this tour. It’s only about an hour from Madrid. Our tour guide was Khan and our driver was Juan Carlos. We’ve had many tour guides before but Khan is definitely one of the best. He makes historical narration interesting with his wit and humor. Toledo is such a beautiful place and we could have spent the whole day there but we had to drive to Segovia next. We were so pleasantly surprised to see how beautiful Segovia was. The aqueduct is not the only amazing sight there. This Toledo-Segovia tour is very well conceived and should be done in a small group to make it more personal. Thank you again to Khan for showing us the beauty of Toledo and Segovia and thank you to Juan Carlos for driving us to and back safely.
RichardHenley –
Our tour guide Natalia was absolutely the best. She was knowledgeable about all the sites. Friendly with other guides and staff working at the sites. It was really a pleasure to spend the time with her and the time went by so quickly
FLORENCE_S –
The Cathedral in Toledo. Fernando was knowledgeable and passionate. He was a wonderful guide. Enjoyed learning about the history of Toledo.
Randall_B –
Our driver/guide Kahan did an exceptional job. He was very attentive to our needs and to make sure we saw all we wanted too. Great job Kahan
Adriana_W –
Loved how it was customized to our interests. An extremely knowledgeable local guide. Best experience in Spain.
Chris E –
While I would recommend a visit to El Escorial and The Valley of the Fallen, I would not recommend the private tour. It was costly but convenient. Our tour guide was a bit arrogant, was constantly telling other tour guides to talk more quietly while she talked above everyone else, walked right through the middle of groups, and didn't have her facts. She claimed that a woman astronaut from Spain had landed on the moon. She did know her history but obviously hated Franco which came through on the tour. We were rushed through the Churches. Oftentimes, I wish we had some of the tour guides that were leading other groups. Sign up for a group tour.
Elvilaine H –
Great expirience. Very well organized! Great guide, she was awesome!