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Sites to See…Aqueduct of Segovia (Spain)

April 6, 2016 By International Lodging Corporation

ILC-blog-Sites-to-See-Segovia-SpainThe Aqueduct of Segovia stands as a symbol of this captivating city located just an hour north of Madrid. It was built in the 1st C. and is a remarkably well preserved monument that is considered one of the Roman Empire’s most impressive works of engineering. The aqueduct cuts across the city and adjusts to the rolling landscape of the valley and hills of the 14 kms. it traverses.  It carried water from the Frío River to Segovia and was in use until the middle of the 19th C.

The aqueduct is comprised of 166 stone arches on granite ashlars that are fit closely together with no mortar.  The two-story arcades alter in height according to the contours of the landscape and it highest point it stands 28.5 meters tall. It is truly a remarkable sight to drive by it or stand at its base and wonder at the marvel of its construction and the fact that it has withstood the test of time for 20 centuries.

Both the Aqueduct and Segovia’s Old Town were designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1985. Visitors who come to see the Aqueduct must also spend time visiting the narrow streets of the Old Town, the 16th C. Cathedral, and the 12th C. Alcázar that is perched high on a hilltop. It is said that the Alcázar was one of the inspirations for Disney’s Cinderella Castle.

Book a private tour! You may want to consider booking a private tour with an English-speaking guide. Your personal guide can provide you with information on the city and its historic sites. For more information on our Segovia tour, click here, and for information on all of our Madrid & Madrid Day Trip tours, click here.

Photo credit: Bernard Gagnon

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Sites to See, Spain Tagged With: Segovia, Sites to See - Spain, Spain, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Private Tours from Madrid – Segovia Day Trip Via Train – 4 Hours

January 5, 2015 By International Lodging Corporation

Located just an hour north of Madrid, the enchanting city of Segovia is a perfect day trip from Madrid. This UNESCO World Heritage Site provides visitors with a wide array of historic sites to see, including a Roman aqueduct built in the 1st C. that is considered one of the Roman Empire’s most impressive works of engineering, a 16th C. Gothic cathedral that was the last one built in Spain, and a 12th C. castle that looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale.

Segovia is easily reached in just 27 minutes from Madrid’s Chamartín train station via the high-speed AVE train. Your guide will meet you at the train station in Segovia to begin your tour. The historic city center is a short 10 minute taxi ride from the train station.

On this 4 hour private tour you will have a chance to explore the main sites in this historic city, including the iconic Aqueduct and Alcázar Castle. Your guide will customize the tour to include the sites that are of most interest to you. A suggested itinerary could include visits to the following sites:

  • Roman Aqueduct
  • Alcázar Castle
  • Gothic Cathedral
  • La Muralla (ramparts)
  • Iglesia de Vera Cruz
  • Iglesia San Esteban
  • Iglesia de San Martín
  • Judería (Jewish Quarter) and the old Main Synagogue
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Casa de los Picos

2021 Prices (for up to 8 participants) and other info:

  • US $375 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
  • US $435 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
  • Price includes a tour with an official licensed guide for 4 hours
  • Price does not include entrance fees and transportation costs (if any), which are extra
  • Tours with more than 2 participants: Multiple taxis will be needed to get to the city center
  • Common languages available: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and German
  • Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
  • Prices are subject to change

Since Segovia is well known for its cuisine and signature dishes such as Cochinillo Asado (roast suckling pig), giant broad beans from La Granja, and Sopa Castellana (garlic soup),  you may want to build in some time to your day trip to enjoy a meal in Segovia before taking the train back to Madrid.

Photo credit: Bernard Gagnon

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Private Tours (Spain), Spain Tagged With: Madrid (Private Tours) Day Trips, Segovia, Spain, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Private Tours from Madrid – Segovia Day Trip with Private Transportation – 8 Hours

January 5, 2015 By International Lodging Corporation

ilc-blog-private-tours-madrid-day-trip-segoviaLocated just an hour north of Madrid, the enchanting city of Segovia is a perfect day trip from Madrid. This UNESCO World Heritage Site provides visitors with a wide array of historic sites to see, including a Roman aqueduct built in the 1st C. that is considered one of the Roman Empire’s most impressive works of engineering, a 16th C. Gothic cathedral that was the last one built in Spain, and a 12th C. castle that looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale.

The city is also well known for its cuisine and some signature dishes include giant broad beans from La Granja, Sopa Castellana (garlic soup), and roast suckling pig and lamb. Cochinillo Asado (roast suckling pig) is one of Spain’s quintessential dishes, and many will say that the best place to have it is in Segovia.

On this 8 hour private tour you will be met by your guide at your hotel in Madrid to begin your trip with private transportation to Segovia. A suggested itinerary includes visits to the following sites:

  • Roman Aqueduct
  • Alcázar Castle
  • Gothic Cathedral
  • La Muralla (ramparts)
  • Iglesia de Vera Cruz
  • Iglesia San Esteban
  • Iglesia de San Martín
  • Judería (Jewish Quarter) and the old Main Synagogue
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Casa de los Picos

Your guide will customize the tour to include the sites that are of most interest to you. There will be time during the day to have lunch.

2021 Prices and other info:

Tour price for 1-2 People in a Sedan (VW Passat)

  • US $1,140 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am)
  • US $1,260 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am)

Tour price for 1-2 People in a Sedan (Mercedes E Class)

  • US $1,260 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am)
  • US $1,380 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am)

Tour price for 3-6 People in a Minivan

  • US $1,305 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am)
  • US $1,425 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am)

All tours

  • Price includes a tour with an official licensed guide for 8 hours
  • Price includes a private vehicle with driver for 8 hours in a Mercedes E Class Sedan or Mercedes Minivan. Driver’s meal is included in the price.
  • Price does not include meals or entrance fees (if any), which are extra
  • There is a supplement required for the guide’s meal. Client can either invite the guide to lunch, or pay them 25 Euros during the tour.
  • Vehicles are insured, as required by Spanish law
  • Common languages available: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and German
  • Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
  • Prices are subject to change

Photo credit: Bernard Gagnon

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Private Tours (Spain), Spain Tagged With: Madrid (Private Tours) Day Trips, Segovia, Spain, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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