ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS GUIDE

MADRID

Your Monograms package is designed in a way that

enables you to personalize your trip. Beyond our

included sightseeing, we’ve built in lots of free time

(assisted by your friendly Local Host, of course), to

explore your interests and passions as you’d like.

To help, Monograms has assembled this collection

based on customer feedback and experiences.

Some are Monograms exclusive, others we’ve selected

from tried-and-true partners. All are reviewed and selected

by Monograms to ensure high quality at a great value.

If you’ve already pre-purchased your Activities &

Excursions, you’re on your way! Your Local Host will be

able to answer any questions you may have about those

excursions, including timing and location.

ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS OVERVIEW

| O V E R V I E W

If you haven’t already purchased them, don’t worry—we’re

here to help. Just see your Local Host to find out which

activities can fit better your vacation. Your Local Host will

have details on availability, seasonality, days of operation,

and timing. Note that in some cases, availability and

operations may be limited.

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TREASURES & MONUMENTS

OF TOLEDO

Spend time in one of Europe’s

best-preserved walled medieval

cities on this exciting guided tour

through Toledo. Visit the cathedral

and Los Jeronimos Church tower,

attend a special marzipan tasting,

and enjoy free time to enter and

explore 7 different monuments.

Approximately 11 hours

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YOUR LOCAL HOST SUGGESTS

| YO U R L O C A L H O S T S U G G E S T S

There are few things better than a local who

knows the landscape like no one else. That’s

why Monograms Local Hosts are your best

resource for where to go, what to do, and

what to see on your Madrid vacation—what

they love most about Madrid.

These optional excursions are selected

to show you the famous historic sights,

out-of-the-way places, favorite cuisine,

and cultural spots only a local would know.

Monograms Local Hosts share their favorite

features of Madrid for extraordinary

experiences—with local insider information

that allows you to choose optional

excursions that speak to you.

WONDERS OF SEGOVIA:

AQUEDUCT, ALCÁZAR &

EBIKE ADVENTURE

Experience the wonders of Segovia

on this guided walk featuring the

iconic Roman aqueduct, gothic

cathedral, and legendary Alcázar,

followed by a fun and easy ride on

an electric bicycle!

Approximately 7 hours

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SPANISH CHEF FOR A

DAY: PAELLA COOKING

EXPERIENCE

Learn to cook paella just like a

real Spanish chef — at this fun and

interactive cooking class.

Approximately 4 hours

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SPANISH WINES & IBERIAN

HAM TASTING

Discover Madrid’s unique culture

and quintessential tastes on this

enriching (and delicious) excursion

focusing on Spanish wines and

Iberian ham!

Approximately 2 1/2 hours

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EVENING OF FLAMENCO

WITH DINNER

Experience the spirit of Flamenco at

this traditional evening featuring live

entertainment, a delicious authentic

Spanish meal, and included drink.

Approximately 2 1/2 hours

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

| L O C A L E X P E R I E N C E S

Whether you want to focus on really getting to know Madrid... or

would like to go just a little farther afield to explore, Monograms

makes it easy with optional excursions to fit every age, interest, and

sightseeing style. Visit Ferdinand and Isabelle’s impressive Royal Site

of Aranjuez, take a day trip to medieval Pedraza and gothic Segovia

in the Spanish countryside, or discover El Escorial and the Valley of

the Fallen, two of Spain’s most iconic attractions. With an expert

guide leading you every step of the way, your experience will always

be both enriching and satisfying.

TREASURES OF SPAIN: EL

ESCORIAL & THE VALLEY OF

THE FALLEN

Visit two of Spain’s most iconic

attractions: El Escorial, the historical

residence of the King of Spain, and

the impressive Valley of the Fallen,

honoring those who died in the

Spanish Civil War.

Approximately 5 hours

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DAY TRIP TO ÁVILA & SEGOVIA

WITH ALCÁZAR VISIT

Discover two of Spain’s hidden gems

on this wonderful guided day trip to

Ávila and Segovia, featuring a visit

of the iconic Alcázar, the country’s

most spectacular castle fortress!

Approximately 10 hours

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DISCOVER TOLEDO,

CITY OF THREE CULTURES

Discover majestic Toledo, an

incredible melting pot of Jewish,

Islamic, and Christian influence

over the centuries, making it one

of Europe’s most interesting and

unique walled medieval cities!

Approximately 5 hours

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SEGOVIA, ÁVILA & TOLEDO

WITH PICNIC LUNCH

Discover three of Spain’s most

treasured UNESCO World

Heritage Site cities on this

fantastic full-day excursion to

Segovia, Ávila, and Toledo.

Approximately 11 1/2 hours

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DAY TRIP TO MEDIEVAL

PEDRAZA & GOTHIC SEGOVIA

Escape the hustle and bustle of

Madrid and experience the peaceful

provincial charm of historical

Pedraza and Segovia in the beautiful

Spanish countryside.

Approximately 10 hours

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ROYAL SITE OF

ARANJUEZ VISIT

Discover the wonders of the

Aranjuez, converted into a royal site

by Ferdinand and Isabelle in the 12th

century and famous for its luxurious

palace and stunning gardens.

Approximately 4 hours

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

| L O C A L E X P E R I E N C E S

1 OR 2-DAY HOP-ON/HOP-

OFF CITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR

Explore Madrid the fun and easy way!

This hop-on/hop-off bus tour includes

two different routes and an all-day or

2-day pass, so you can experience the

city exactly the way you want!

Approximately 1 1/2 hour

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TORO, TORO, TORO! LAS

VENTAS BULLRING TOUR

Step behind the scenes at Plaza

de Toros de Las Ventas, the largest

bullfighting ring in Spain! Explore the

ring, bull-holding areas, Bullfighting

Museum, and more at your own pace.

Approximately 1 hour

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PRIVATE FULL-DAY/HALF-DAY

MADRID DISCOVERY TOUR

Explore Madrid the way you want on

this private guided sightseeing tour. Just

decide what you want to see and do with

your expert guide — the choice is yours!

Approximately 8 hours

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Approximately 4 hours

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| F O O D & D R I N K

FOOD & DRINK

If nightlife shows you a city’s pulse, then food reveals its soul.

By diving into the local cuisine, you’ll discover a lot about

Madrid’s history, influences, culture, and traditions. Learn to

make traditional paella and sangria at a hands-on cooking

lesson…or join a market tour that includes tapas and wine

tasting. And remember, it’s not just about what the locals eat...

it’s about how and where. With a Monograms Food & Drink

excursion, you get to savor the very best of Madrid!

SPANISH CHEF FOR A DAY:

TAPAS COOKING EXPERIENCE

Learn to cook tapas just like a real

Spanish chef — at this fun and

interactive cooking class.

Approximately 4 hours

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MARKET TOUR WITH BRUNCH,

TAPAS & WINE TASTING

Dive into the local food culture as

you sample and taste your way

through one of Spain’s largest

traditional fresh markets!

Approximately 3 1/2 hours

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CHOCOLATE & CHURROS

FOODIE WALK

From stone-ground chocolate and

Spanish nougat to fruit liqueur and

churros dipped in thick drinking

chocolate, this is one sweet

experience you’ll never forget!

Approximately 1 1/2 hours

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| N I G H T L I F E

NIGHT LIFE

When the sun sets on the city, the hard-working Madrileños come

out to play—and few things reveal the true pulse of a place like its

nightlife! From traditional Spanish dinners to authentic Flamenco

shows, you can’t go wrong when you take a seat, order a glass,

and say buenas noches to that friendly face sitting next to you! A

Monograms night on the town is just the ticket!

LIGHTS & SHADOWS OF

TOLEDO WITH TAPAS & WINE

Discover the dark and mysterious

side of Toledo on this night tour

featuring the ancient Jewish

Quarter, the underground city, an

Inquisition dungeon, and a tasting

of wine and tapas!

Approximately 5 hours

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TRADITIONAL SPANISH

DINNER IN MADRID

Enjoy a typical Spanish cocido

madrileño (chickpea and meat

stew) dinner on this delightful

outing in the heart of Madrid.

Approximately 2 hours

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EVENING OF FLAMENCO

Experience the passion and spirit of

Spain’s most traditional music and

dance at this authentic evening of

live Flamenco entertainment.

Approximately 1 1/2 hour

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ZARZUELA SHOW AT EL

RINCÓN DE LA RODRÍGUEZ

Experience a magical evening of

traditional Spanish music during

an unforgettable show at Madrid’s

famous El Rincón de la Rodríguez.

Approximately 2 hours

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Approximately 2 1/2 hours with dinner

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ACTIVE

| A C T I V E

If you’d rather be pedaling or giddyupping your way through

Madrid than sitting, standing, or watching, then a Monograms

Active excursion just might pique your interest. Our selection

of fun get-up-and-go tours are perfect for travelers who thrive

on discoveries centered on physical activity.

WONDERS OF SEGOVIA:

AQUEDUCT, ALCÁZAR &

HORSEBACK ADVENTURE

Experience the wonders of

Segovia on this full-day guided

excursion featuring the iconic

Roman aqueduct, gothic cathedral,

legendary Alcázar, and a fun, 1.5-

hour horseback ride!

Approximately 7 hours

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WONDERS OF TOLEDO WITH

4WD FARM ADVENTURE

Experience the wonders of Toledo

on this full-day guided adventure

featuring the cathedral, panoramic

views from the bell tower of Los

Jeronimos Church, a 4-wheel-drive

tour at a country farm, and a tasting

of the delicious wine and food

products produced there!

Approximately 7 1/2 hours

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MADRID ON TWO WHEELS:

CITY CENTER

Pedal your way around Madrid on

this guided bike tour that gives you

a fun and proper introduction to an

incredible city!

Approximately 3 hours

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MADRID ON TWO WHEELS:

WONDERS OF RETIRO PARK

Pedal your way around Madrid’s

legendary Retiro Park on a fun and

easy 2-hour guided bike tour!

Approximately 2 hours

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WONDERS OF SEGOVIA:

ALCÁZAR & 4WD FARM

ADVENTURE

Experience the wonders of Segovia

on this full-day guided adventure

featuring breakfast and a 4-wheel-

drive tour at a country farm.

Approximately 7 hours

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REAL MADRID STADIUM TOUR

If you are a football (soccer)

fan, you won’t want to miss this

unforgettable, behind-the-scenes

tour of Santiago Bernabéu Stadium,

home of the Real Madrid Football

Club since 1947!

Approximately 1 hour

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ACTIVE

| A C T I V E

WANDA MUSEUM AND

STADIUM TOUR

Whether you are a die-hard Atlético

de Madrid football fan or are just

interested in Spain’s soccer culture,

this guided tour of Vicente Calderón

Stadium and the Atlético Museum

is a must.

Approximately 1 hour

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