Gormaz, Atienza and Jadraque: private Cid route from Madrid
Private 12-hour trip from Madrid along the Cid route: the caliphal fortress of Gormaz, the medieval village of Atienza and Jadraque castle.
The guide speaks Spanish and Italian. In English you get the explanations through audio or a translation app, not a live guide.
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Private: just your group
- Spanish, Italian, English
- Mobile ticket and instant confirmation
From €370 per group
Check availability →Price per person by group size
- 2 people€185/person€370 total
- 4 people€185/person€740 total
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Practical details
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · Italian · English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Private tour just for your group
- Caliphal fortress of Gormaz, one of Europe's largest
- Atienza, a walled medieval village
- Views from Jadraque castle
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Our take
For repeat visitors to Madrid looking for something off the usual routes: castles and medieval villages with hardly any tourists. Expect walking and slopes.
What's included
- Private transport from Madrid
- Guide
- Water
- Taxes
Not included
- Meals
- Tips
Good to know
Things to keep in mind
- Total price per group: 370 € for 2 people and 740 € for 4
- Departure at 8:30
- Wear comfortable shoes: there are climbs up to castles
Meeting point
Naval Museum, Paseo del Prado, 3, Madrid
The experience
What you'll see
The caliphal fortress of Gormaz, high above the Duero; Atienza, with its rock-top castle and medieval streets; and Jadraque, with its castle and views over the countryside. All told through the deeds of El Cid.
How it works
It is a private tour just for your group: nobody else joins and you set the pace. You leave at 8:30 from the Naval Museum in a private vehicle. Meals are on your own. It lasts 12 hours in total.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start, with a full refund. No refund with less than 24 hours' notice.
Frequently asked questions
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The guide speaks Spanish and Italian. In English you get the explanations through audio or a translation app, not a live guide.