
1 / 10Segovia and Avila Private Tour with Lunch and Hotel Pick up from Madrid
About this activity
Explore two of Spain's best-preserved medieval cities—Segovia and Ávila—on a full-day private tour from Madrid, complete with hotel pickup and an included lunch. Both cities are UNESCO World Heritage Sites famous for their intact fortifications, Roman engineering, and Gothic architecture spanning over a thousand years.
Take a Tour to visit two of Spain’s oldest cities on a full-day coach trip from Madrid. Avila and Segovia are known as Spain’s “Heritage of Mankind” cities, rich in history and featuring centuries-old monuments.
Highlights
- ✓Segovia's iconic Roman aqueduct, a 2,000-year-old engineering marvel with 167 arches
- ✓Segovia Cathedral and royal palace, showcasing Spanish Gothic and Renaissance design
- ✓Ávila's nearly intact medieval city walls—among Europe's best-preserved
- ✓Wandering through narrow cobbled streets and historic plazas in both cities
- ✓Included three-course lunch featuring local Castilian cuisine
- ✓Private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off from central Madrid
Insider tips
- ★Visit Segovia's aqueduct at golden hour (late afternoon) for the best photography light reflecting off the stone
- ★In Ávila, climb the city walls early in your visit to avoid afternoon crowds and heat
- ★Both cities are cold in winter; bring layers even during spring and autumn
- ★Lunch typically features local dishes like cochinillo (roast suckling pig) or judiones (giant beans)—ask about vegetarian options when booking
Good to know
- •8.5-hour tour includes 2–3 hours of walking on uneven cobblestone streets; wear comfortable shoes
- •Hotel pickup from central Madrid hotels; confirm your location at booking
- •Small group or fully private depending on booking; inquire about group size
- •Lunch venue and menu typically confirmed with operator before tour date
- •Limited accessibility on medieval streets; contact operator if mobility assistance needed
Who it's for
Best time to visit
April to June and September to October offer mild weather and fewer crowds than summer. Visit early morning (after pickup) to enjoy monuments before peak tourist hours, especially at Segovia's aqueduct.











