Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour from MadridHiking and Trekking

Madrid Outdoor Sports

Overview

Enjoy a full-day Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour and combine a hiking experience near Madrid with a deep into the history of famous Segovia. Get up close to the beauty of the Guadarrama mountain range and discover Segovia's historical complexity and fantastic culinary traditions, all with the help of an expert guide.

Highlights

◾ Hike through dense pine forests past high summits and towering rock formations
◾ Visit Segovia's Cathedral, old town, and the majestic Alcazar Castle
◾ Discover one of the world's oldest and most well preserved Roman aqueducts

About this experience

DURATION: 9 hours
DEPARTURE: 8.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel or directly at Hotel Abba - Avenida de América, 32, 28028 Madrid
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish
OPENING SEASON: All year round
WHO CAN COME: Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour is private and suitable for anyone able to walk for approximately three hours. Only your group will participate

Description - What to expect

Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour starts with a pick-up from your hotel and an hour's drive to reach the starting point for your hiking experience. Admire pristine nature and get immersed in the lush pine forest, clear water creeks, and alpine meadows. Hike past impressive granite rock formations, glacier-origin lagoons, and view superb mountain landscapes.

Then, get on your private vehicle and drive to the famous town of Segovia. Most of Segovia’s attractions are found in the Old Town, inside of the walls, an atmospheric medieval world of cobblestone streets, ancient alleyways, and charming squares. Visit the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia, the impressive Gothic Cathedral, the magnificent Alcazar Castle of Segovia, and the Jewish Quarter.

Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour Itinerary

◾ Pick up at your hotel or accommodation in Madrid and a 1-hour drive to Sierra de Guadarrama National Park.
◾ 3-hour hiking tour in National park
◾ A 45-minute transfer from the mountain area to Segovia
◾ Optional 1 hour and 15 minutes lunch break (your guide would suggest a number of restaurants)
◾ 2 hour guided walking tour in Segovia with a licensed tour guide
◾ 1-hour drive back to Madrid and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation in Madrid

What's included, what's not

✔ Hotel pick-up /dropoff service
✔ Round transfer trip with private vehicle
✔ Your expert guide
✔ Trekking/Walking sticks
✔ Navigation equipment, group First-Aid kit, and route information
✔ Entrance tickets to Segovia Cathedral and El Alcazar Castle
✔ Accident Insurance and Civil Liability Insurance
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Optional picnic pack available on-demand: 15 € per person. (Vegan or special food upon request)

Bring with you

For this Guadarrama National Park Hike & Segovia Tour please consider bringing with you the following taking into consideration the season of the year: a backpack, mountain/hiking boots or trail shoes, mountain wear/sportswear, a hat, and gloves (for the winter season), sunscreen and lip balm, sun hat, sports sunglasses, mobile phone and camera, passport/Identification document and personal belongings, your personal medication, 1,5 L of water and snacks (sandwich, fruit, nuts, energy bars, etc…)