easy
7–8 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking in the city and winery grounds.
Journey from Madrid to the UNESCO-listed city of Toledo for a guided tour highlighting its multicultural history. Finish with a tasting at a historic family winery in the Toledo region, sampling three local wines amid scenic vineyards.
All Ages • 7 hours approx.
Embark on an unforgettable 8-hour journey through Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, rich in history and culture. Explore its stunning architecture and vibrant Jewish Quarter with an expert guide, then indulge in a unique wine-tasting experience at a family-run winery, savoring three exquisite local wines amidst picturesque vineyards.
DURATION 8 hours aprox.
ABOUT
We will leave Madrid heading towards the beautiful Imperial city of Toledo, declared a World Heritage by UNESCO. Toledo is one of the oldest cities in Europe with buildings that mix architectural styles including Arabic, Gothic, Mudejar, Renaissance and Baroque, also it is called the “city of the three cultures” since Christians, Muslims and Jews lived together here. The great painter El Greco lived in Toledo in the sixteenth century.
Immerse yourself with our official expert guide and enter the heart of Toledo, visit the Jewish Quarter and the area of the convents, with stories and legends that will trace back to the centuries before the Muslim conquest. We will discover the outside view of the most emblematic places of the city, its history, its corners and anecdotes, and its main monuments such as the Cathedral of Toledo, which architecture is a wonderful example of the Spanish Gothic style. After a guided visit, you will have free time to discover the city by yourself, find the shops of swords and armory, taste different Toledo's traditional food, find a bar and ask for the Carcamusas and search for an artisanal beer.
Then we will head out to one of the best-known lands in the province of Toledo to Visit a Vineyard, meanwhile, the beautiful landscape take us back to the Roman period as the “Vía XXV Augustobrigam-Caesarobrigam-Toletum” goes across its land.
Meet once more with the group and your guide to depart for the winery. At arrival, the first thing you will see will be its vineyards, different types of wines, and depending on the season you will be able to see the vineyard in full harvest. The guide and the expert oenologist will enter the cellar to explain the processes of making a good wine, how the wine matures in the barrels and feel that good smell of this room.
To close the visit, of course, make yourself comfortable and by the hand of the sommelier taste the different wines of the region, to compare every detail of how a glass an evolve in your mouth. At the end of your tour of Toledo and Winery (the experience lasts around 8 hours), you will return to the center of Madrid in a comfortable minibus, where your guide will be able to recommend things to do during the rest of your stay.
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HIGHLIGHTS
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The Toledo city portion involves walking on cobblestone streets and some uneven paths.
Weather can change throughout the day, especially near the vineyards outside the city.
Stay hydrated during the walking tour and wine tasting to fully enjoy the experience.
Small group tours fill quickly, so book ahead to secure your spot with World Experience.
Toledo earned the nickname 'City of Three Cultures' for its cohabitation of Christians, Muslims, and Jews during the Middle Ages.
Local wineries work to maintain traditional methods while integrating sustainable practices to preserve soil and biodiversity.
Crunchy cobblestones and uneven streets require sturdy footwear.
Protect your eyes and skin from sun during outdoor visits and vineyards.
spring specific
Stay hydrated throughout your urban and rural wanderings.
Be ready for temperature shifts, especially near the vineyards.
fall specific