Toledo Private Guided fullday tour from Madrid
Toledo old town was declared by Unesco a " World Heritage Site" in 1986. And this was due to the great importance of the city in the old times and the many monuments that have been preserved from different periods . The whole old town is like an open air museum. If there is a city that sums up our country's history, that one is Toledo.
I love history and my goal in this tour is to share it with you in a way that would make it memorable and entertaining at the same time. Each of you are different, therefore the ability to tailor the visit to your interests will by my priority.
We will travel throught the time and visit the highlights of this fascinating city. We will follow the traces of Muslims, Jewish and of course, Christians. Without forgetting "El Greco" , the painter who immortalized the city with his paintings.
Join me in this extraordinary experience!
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Stop At: Mirador del Valle, Ctra. Circunvalación, s/n, 45004 Toledo, Spain
First, we will follow the Tagus river to have the best views over the site of Toledo.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Toledo, Toledo, Province of Toledo, Castile-La Mancha
We will explore the old city of Toledo, on foot. I like to show the 3 most representatives monuments of the 3 cultures and religions that were coexisiting in the city during centuries: Muslims, Christians and Jewish.
We will see also the famous "steel of Toledo", the handicraft of the towns and even yoy may try its delicious marzipan
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Mosque of Christ of the Light, Calle Cristo de La Luz 22, 45003 Toledo Spain
This small and beatiful mosque is the only external one surviving in the town.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Catedral Primada, Calle del Cardenal Cisneros 1, 45002 Toledo Spain
No words to describe its indoor. It is a museum that reflects the power of the Church in other times.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Iglesia de Santo Tome, Plaza Conde 4, 45002 Toledo Spain
In this church, we will see the mos famous painting of El Greco: "The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz"
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Jewish Quarter, Toledo Spain
In the old quarter, we can admire the famous handicraft of Toledo: the damascene ware (plates, pendants, bracelets, boxes made of steel decorated with gold and silver thread), swords, ceramics and so on, the swards and knives made with the famous "steel of Toledo".
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, Calle Samuel Levi S/N, 45002 Toledo Spain
This is one of the most famous old synagogues in the world. Comission by Samuel Levi Abolafia in the 14th century, reflects perfectly the misxure of styles in its architecture. The sephardic Museum is in this synagogue.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Face masks required for travelers in public areas"
"Face masks required for guides in public areas"
"Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Duration: 7 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.