Private Ávila & Segovia Day Tour from Madrid: Two UNESCO Cities

Two medieval cities, one private car, your own schedule

A private day tour from Madrid visiting Segovia and Ávila, Spain's two UNESCO World Heritage cities, in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a host-driver fluent in English, Spanish, French or German. Hotel pickup is included. The itinerary can be customized within the booked duration, and the order of stops may shift based on traffic or opening hours. Entrance tickets to monuments are not included and must be purchased separately.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Roman Aqueduct of Segovia15m
2. Alcazar of Segovia45m
3. Walls of Ávila20m
4. Ávila Cathedral25m

Visit Segovia and Ávila from Madrid

• Marvel at Segovia Roman Aqueduct
• Explore Segovia Old Town
• Visit Segovia Cathedral
• Tour Alcázar of Segovia
• Walk Ávila medieval walls
• Visit Ávila Cathedral
• Explore Ávila Old Town

The experience

Eight to nine hours in a private vehicle means you set the rhythm. The host-driver picks you up from your Madrid hotel and handles the route while sharing historical context and local recommendations. You stop at the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia (an engineering feat built over 2,000 years ago), then move through the Old Town's narrow streets to the Cathedral, known as the "Lady of the Cathedrals" for its late Gothic architecture and stained glass. The Alcázar castle, which inspired Disney's fairy-tale imagery, sits at the edge of the city. Its medieval and Renaissance blend makes it instantly recognizable. Complimentary bottled water travels with you in the vehicle.

Ávila's medieval walls are the second major stop, and you can walk them to capture panoramic views of the city. The Cathedral of Ávila, also called the Cathedral of the Savior, anchors the historic center within those same walls. The old town's cobbled streets and squares, including the Santa Teresa Convent, move you backward in time. Both cities are famous for regional food: Segovia for roast suckling pig and lamb, Ávila for its steak, Santa Teresa yolks (a traditional sweet), and patatas revolconas. You choose where to linger and whether to eat, photograph, or move on.

Because this is a private tour, you're not locked into a group schedule or a fixed sequence. The itinerary can shift if traffic delays you, if a cathedral closes for services, or if you ask to spend an extra hour somewhere. Major changes need advance notice, but the flexibility is built in. Comfortable walking shoes matter. Both cities have slopes and uneven cobbled streets. Children from age 1 are welcome. Infant or child seats must be requested when you book.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle from your Madrid hotel.
• a friendly host-driver providing historical and cultural commentary in your choice of English, Spanish, French or German.
• complimentary bottled water during the journey.
• hotel pickup and return.

Options for this experience

2 options

VIP Executive VanUp to 6 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 09:00 and 10:00VIP executive van, max 6 pax; includes pickup

VIP SUV VehicleUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 09:00 and 10:00VIP SUV, max 3 pax; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 10:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tours from Madrid

Is this one for you?Choose the SUV for a smaller group or the executive van if you're traveling with more people or prefer extra space. Both vehicles are private and both let you set the pace, so the difference is comfort and capacity rather than experience. The private format means no fixed group schedule and no rushing between stops, which is what makes a full day across two cities feel unhurried instead of exhausting.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What's the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia, and why is it on this tour?

The Roman Aqueduct of Segovia is an ancient engineering masterpiece built over 2,000 years ago, standing as one of the most recognizable monuments in the city. It's the opening stop on the tour because it introduces Segovia's layered history and gives you a landmark to orient yourself before exploring the Old Town and the Cathedral.

Can I walk the walls of Ávila on this tour, or do I just look at them from outside?

You walk along the iconic medieval walls of Ávila as part of the tour, capturing panoramic views of the city from the top. The walls are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the main reasons travelers visit Ávila.

Do I need to buy entrance tickets to the Alcázar, cathedrals, or city walls separately?

Yes, entrance tickets to monuments (including the Ávila Walls, Alcázar, and cathedrals) are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately at each site. Your host-driver can advise you on hours and help you navigate the process.

Can I customize the order of stops or spend more time at one city than the other?

Yes, the itinerary can be customized within the booked eight to nine hour duration. The order of stops may also shift due to traffic, opening hours, or religious services. Major changes to the plan should be requested in advance so the driver can prepare.