Cuenca Tour from Madrid

Experience a unique getaway from Madrid to Cuenca, a World Heritage city. Admire its Hanging Houses, medieval alleys and natural landscapes in an experience full of history and charm.

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   Cuenca

   2 hours

   Early departure from Madrid to the Serranía de Cuenca, crossing the Manchego landscapes until you reach one of the most spectacular cities of Castile-La Mancha. During the journey, the guide will share curiosities about the region, its medieval villages and its history as a borderland between Christian and Muslim kingdoms.

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   Cuenca

   2 hours

   The first stop will be in Cuenca, a World Heritage city, where a walking tour of its Old Town will allow you to discover the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Santa Maria y San Julián and the Bridge of San Pablo, overlooking the emblematic Hanging Houses, symbol of the architectural ingenuity of the 15th century. The journey continues to the Enchanted City, a natural place of rock formations sculpted by erosion, with figures such as El Tormo Alto, El El Elephant or Los Amantes de Teruel, accompanied by their legends. Finally, a stop at the Devil’s Window offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Júcar Canyon, ideal for admiring and photographing the Conquense landscape.

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   Cuenca

   1.5 hours

   At noon, a lunch break will be held in a typical fonda of the area, where you can taste the local cuisine: ajoarriero conquense, morteruelo, trout del Júcar or traditional sweets such as alajú (optional lunch, not included).

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   Archaeological Park of Segobriga

   2.5 hours

   In the afternoon, the tour heads towards the Archaeological Park of Segóbriga, one of the most important Roman ensembles of the Iberian Peninsula. Among its ruins you can admire the amphitheater, the theater, the Roman baths, the forum and the Visigothic basilica, which allow you to imagine what life was like in this prosperous city more than two millennia ago. The guide will explain Segóbriga’s relevance as a mining and commercial center of Roman Hispania and its role in the expansion of Roman culture within the peninsula.

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   Madrid

   2 hours

   Return to Madrid in the late afternoon, after a day full of history, nature and unique landscapes that combine the best of the cultural and natural heritage of Castile-La Mancha.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.