Medieval mysteries in the heart of Spain (Express)

Begin your holiday! Try to get to Madrid as early as possible and make the most of your visit to this incredible city.

Walking around the area known as Madrid de los Austrias including the Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market and Arenal Street is a superb way to spend an evening. Walk through the small streets of Madrid's city centre and delight in its charm. For the sunset go to Plaza de Oriente, where the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral are located. The sun's rays give all this area a distinctive orange colour. Finish the day having some tapas and beers in the trendy La Latina quarter, where certain clubs are often open until dawn.

TRIP  Madrid (Pza Eliptica) - Toledo

Today will be spent in the historic city of Toledo, approximately one hour from Madrid by bus. When you arrive, you can start your visit to Toledo by climbing to the highest point of this UNESCO World Heritage Centre. There you will find Alcázar, the imposing square fortress that crowns the city. Carry on with your visit by heading towards the Toledo Cathedral, a magnificent building with many overlapping styles. For art lovers, you can see the Burial of the Count of Orgaz, one of the masterpieces of the painter El Greco, in Santo Tomé Church. If you would rather just walk around the city, then Toledo is perfect for that. Among its narrow paved streets and the slopes of the huge old town you will feel transported to the medieval age. Walk around the Jewish Quarter and admire the city's many churches and the mix of cultures that Toledo's history has brought together. Getting back to Madrid for the evening will allow you to go out for dinner and enjoy the fantastic nightlife in the capital.

TRIP  Toledo - Madrid (Pza Eliptica)

Sadly, the last day of your trip is here. Leave Madrid as late as possible and enjoy the city for longer.

During the morning in Madrid, you could visit the Retiro Park, the biggest green area in the city centre. As you make your way towards the park you will go through the famous Plaza de Cibeles, the magnificent Correos building (now the City Hall) and the Puerta de Alcalá (Alcalá Gate), next to the park entrance.