I'm Paul from Manchester & my double act, Ian from Liverpool. Often we are together on this experience.
One day we got tired of the hustle n bussle of Madrid city restaurants and markets so we got into the car, went East into La Mancha, bought a country house, found delicious food which we eat listening to the birds by a fantastic 10th century castle with incredible views.
Come with us to the 'Real unspoiled rural Spain'. We are like the food and drink guys on TV who go around villages looking for original quality farm produce like Manchego cheese, baked products, honey olive oil.
We are the hosts of 'Unspoiled Spain for foodies' one of the highest rated tours in Spain, we are proud as every single 1 or our reviews are no less than 5 stars.
Visit the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in the morning and have an afternoon tour in Segovia. All accompanied by our expert guide. Tickets included!!
This activity is a combination of two half day tours including a break stop in Madrid at lunch time.
Visit one of the most important art galleries and sculpture collections in the world with our guide. Learn about the history of art in Spain thanks to the works of El Greco, Velázquez or Goya, and learn about the society of the time through their paintings. A visit not to be missed.
Skip the line and explore El Prado with a knowledgeable guide who will offer you an unique experience. The guide will take you directly to the masterpieces that you cannot miss. Admire the wonderful paintings made by Durero and The Bosch. Discover the story behind the paintings and the secrets hidden in the details. See highlights like Las Meninas and Goya's paintings.
You can add the guided visit to Reina Sofia Museum, and a walking tour through a beautiful area known as "Paisaje de la Luz" (Landscape of light).
Learn the art of Spanish tapas from a master—a professional chef—on this small-group experience in Madrid. Visit a private eatery, enjoy a tapas-making lesson, and then savor your finished goodies with red and white wine as you talk and learn more.
- Make and eat Spanish tapas with a pro chef at a private eatery in Madrid
- Learn from and chat to an expert: benefits hard to replicate independently
- Create your own tapas and taste your creations with red and white wine
- Get tapas tips you’d miss alone and enjoy a friendly, small-group setting
We propose that you learn more about the origins of the city from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since the arabs founded it at the end of the 9th century, following with the conquest of the city by Alfonso VI of Castilla in the 11th century or the moment when Felipe II decided to fix the capital in Madrid, in 1561. We will begin in front of the Royal Palace, reviewing its history since the Arabs built the Alcázar, the defensive castle when Madrid was founded till the moment Felipe V ordered to built the Royal Palace as we know today. From there, we will learn more about the history of the Cathedral and the the new Royal Collections Museum designed by Tuñón and Mansilla. We will enjoy the only rests we have of the Arab Wall. Crossing the Viaduct of Segovia, we will enjoy the views of the forest called Casa de Campo, the green lung, three times bigger than Central Park, the King’s private hunting site until 1931 and a Civil War front, stopping at a viewpoint from which we will enjoy the views of part of the cornice of Madrid. We will continue the walk trough, walking throught these old small streets and squares we will arrive to the Square of Puerta Cerrada, one of the old gates of the old city. San Miguel Market will be other of one stops where you could have a drink and tapas after visiting Plaza de la Villa where the old City Hall of the city is located. From there you will learn the history of Plaza Mayor, the best example of castillians squares, built 400 years ago.
While you are in Madrid, don't miss the chance to visit Spain’s national museum, Reina Sofia. On a 1.5-hour guided tour led by an art historian, explore the highlights of this museum including the collections of Spain's two greatest 20th century masters, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Stand in front of the most famous masterpiece in the museum, Picasso's painting 'El Guernica.' Discover the history behind the paintings of the modern period.
Join this dark history tour of Madrid's old town, passing by churches, monasteries, and places where jails and gallows once stood. As you explore the most infamous corners of the city, you will learn gruesome historical facts, legends and hear chilling ghost stories, told by the voice of an elegant narrator, who will also share the most intimate, atrocious, and untold aspects of the Spanish Inquisition.
Visit with us this beautiful village of Madrid, El Escorial. One of the most popular places in our country; you will admire the outside of the monastery with a guide. Walking tour around the town.
The next stop will be the Valley of the Fallen, a monumental memorial in the municipality of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, erected at Cuelgamuros Valley in the Sierra de Guadarrama, near Madrid.
Enjoy the most complete walking tour in Madrid and discover the oldest and most valuable royal collections in the world.
Together, we'll get to know its diverse architecture and traditional cuisine. We'll walk through its distinguished gardens as the Sabatini and visit the most famous markets like the colourful San Miguel market.
Appreciate its taverns and immerse yourself in the history of the Kings of Spain. Catch the secrets of the Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol among other emblematic places.
Experience the traditional "tapas" during lunch and lose yourself in the beauty of the most iconic museums of the spanish capital ; Prado Museum and Palacio Real ; With your skip-the-line, audioguide tickets in your own language.
Treat yourself to a welcome gift, get your TLW Photo & Video experience and turn this journey into one of your most cherished memories.
Book this unique visit to Madrid with your private guide and live a memorable experience!
In this tour we will try to mix the best of Madrid. Combine in this Combo Tour the Majesty of the Royal Palace and the Prado Museum.
Enjoy a hassle free private transfer to or from Madrid Airport in a comfortable vehicle alongside a knowledgeable private driver who will ensure that you have a pleasant transfer service. Make your transfer also part of your experience while in Madrid.
*** Prices are per vehicle (not per person) ***
Our 3-hour guided cycle tour, morning or afternoon, takes you to all Madrid's iconic sites and you may opt for the regular, or a private tour. Departing from our offices located only 3 minutes ride from Madrid's newest and most impressive urban redevelopment scheme, linking, in an entirely traffic-free pedestrian precinct with dedicated cycling lanes, the Plaza de Espana with the Senate House, Royal Palace, Plaza del Oriente, Royal Opera House, and Almudena Cathedral, we continue on cycle lanes to the Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Prado Museum and the Retiro Park and many other historical sites.
Cycling through the historic city centre you can take in some off the beaten track gems and great pieces of street art. We’ll appreciate the lovely atmosphere of the city, like true madrileños, and you can enjoy your leisurely bike ride in total relaxation and safety. Families with younger kids may consider booking a Private Tour or our Parks and River tour as there’s much less traffic.
Get to know the ancient city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a 5- or 8-hour day trip from Madrid! Choose to see the city at your own pace with a driver, or upgrade to include a guide and learn about the city’s rich architectural and religious history! Tours take place by minibus or minivan (according to the number of passengers), but if you want to spend longer in the city, select the option to travel by express train ticket from Madrid instead. See attractions like Catedral de Toledo (Cathedral of Toledo) and explore the tangle of lanes in Toledo’s charismatic Old Town.
One of Madrid’s most popular museums, the Reina Sofia Museum houses an exquisite collection of Spanish modern and contemporary art. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, your guide will lead you to the most important works, revealing the fascinating stories behind each one. You’ll skip the line so that you won’t miss a minute while visiting Madrid.
Experience the most important art gallery in Spain with our expert guide, the Museo del Prado. This gallery is one of the most visited in the world, with collections that are recognized for containing works of the greatest European artists and masters.
You will get to know this museum and its works with our guide, who will take painstaking care with every detail. During this guided tour you will make a journey through the history and the art that will transport you to the time of the great masters of universal painting: Velázquez, el Greco, Goya, Tiziano, Rubens and el Bosco.
You will also know the large inventory of objects that are part of the collection, such as sculptures, weapons and armor, medals and coins, photographs, books and maps.
This journey full of history and art will astonish you thanks to the extensive knowledge of our guide and his ability to transport you through time, to the age of the greatest masters of painting in all the world.
