Visit Cuenca and a Vineyard in Spanish Tuscany from Madrid
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Live Cuenca with an open heart. More than an excursion, it is a journey for the senses: history, wine, nature and excitement in one day. In an intimate group of up to 8 people, we will move away from conventional tourism to discover the soul of this gem between mountains. Cuenca reveals itself as a whisper of stone and air, with its medieval charm and dreamy landscapes. You will walk through streets that keep centuries of history, admire the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Julian and the Hanging Houses, suspended over the void. From St. Paul's Bridge, the views will steal your breath. We will taste the local essence in a traditional restaurant (each pays for its consumption). As evening falls, the wine will take us to a vineyard, where earth and passion merge. Between barrels and grape aromas, you will live an exclusive tasting and discover the secrets that give life to each bottle. An experience for those who seek to feel, not just look, and find themselves perhaps in the soul of Cuenca.
Inclusions
What's included
- Face-to-face guide in Spanish, English and Portuguese
- Wine tasting
- Different local snacks will be given in conjunction with wine tasting
- We will supply you with water so that you are always hydrated throughout the journey.
- Cathedral entrance of basin
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Tip
- Lunch
- Pick-up from the hotel
Itinerary
We'll meet at O'Donnell's Gate with all the members of the group. From there we will start our journey to Cuenca
Arrival in Cuenca - 10:45
Upon arriving in the magical UNESCO World Heritage city of Cuenca, we will begin our dive with a tour of its viewpoints. We will learn how the Arabs built this city in the middle of the gorges of the Huecar River, between imposing rock walls and houses that seem suspended in the air. We will stroll through its cobblestone alleys and climb its steep hills, delving into the secrets of this unique city. Along the way, we will share its history, fascinated by the impressive medieval architecture and its Muslim roots.
We will explore this gem of Gothic architecture, built in the 12th century, through its impressive interior chapels, loaded with history and symbolism. In addition, we will discover the unique fusion of scientific and religious elements that make this cathedral a unique monument of its kind.
The Hanging Houses of Cuenca are one of the most emblematic icons of the city and an impressive example of medieval architecture. Built between the 14th and 15th centuries, these houses appear to defy gravity by peeking over the edge of a cliff that overlooks the Huecar River. Originally there were many more, but today three are preserved. We can admire its wooden balconies that offer spectacular and unique views of the natural environment, creating a harmonious combination of historical heritage and landscape beauty.
Lunch stop: we will pause so that you can eat quietly and without rush in a local restaurant, as we assure them that in our adventure the idea is that you can enjoy, relax and appreciate Cuenca to the rhythm of our small group.
Before embarking on our return, we will visit a local vineyard staffed personally by its owner. There he will explain the process of making his wines, while enjoying a sunset tasting, surrounded by fields that evoke the essence of the so-called “Spanish Tuscany”.
Departure to Madrid. We'll drop them off at the same place we picked them up.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will meet at the corner of Calle de O'Donnell and Avenida Menéndez Pelayo. There is a large iron portal where we will be waiting for you. Public transport: Metro: Lines 2 and 9. Prince of Vergara Station (150 meters) Bus: 15, 20, 29, 52, 146 and 152
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Crafted
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Madrid
- Its from-price is 50% below the median of the 287 day trips we list in Madrid.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 71 of 287.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Madrid
Madrid is Spain's sunny, sociable capital, home to great art museums, royal palaces, leafy parks and tapas bars that stay busy past midnight.
Three great galleries line the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum with Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía with Picasso's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with its sweeping private collection. Beside them, El Retiro Park offers a boating lake, shaded avenues and the glass Palacio de Cristal.
Top-ranked sights in Madrid: Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Puerta del Sol.
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