Toledo Heritage Tour: Dive into the City's Arab, Jewish and Christian Cultures
4.3
3,600 Ratings
Madrid
Immerse yourself in the rich history and diverse cultures of Toledo on this heritage tour. Explore the city's Arab, Jewish, and Christian influences and visit iconic landmarks like the Cathedral, Synagogue, and Monastery. Choose from morning, afternoon, or full-day options.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Toledo - Relax and enjoy the scenery on the way to the city. Follow your local guide on a walking tour of the Historic City of Toledo, World Heritage City since 1986. Once Spain’s capital, it is a perfect mix of Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures. Learn about its fantastic heritage and see how the coexistence of cultures through the centuries influenced its current architectural style.
What's Included
- Morning Tour includes Cathedral of Toledo admission.
- Full Day access to Cathedral, St. Tomé, Sta. Maria la Blanca, and San Juan de los Reyes.
- Tours available in English and Spanish.
- Afternoon Tour includes St. Tomé, Sta. Maria la Blanca, and San Juan de los Reyes admissions.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Embark on a journey through time and discover the harmonious blend of Arab, Jewish, and Christian cultures. Explore the Old Town, recognized as a World Heritage City in 1986. This city’s rich history spanning over 2000 years lends itself to immense historical significance. Did you know it was once Spain’s capital? Uncover its magnificent heritage and see how the intertwining of three distinct cultures over hundreds of years has shaped its unique architectural style. Choose from a variety of Toledo tour options:
- Morning Tour: Includes an entry ticket to the Cathedral of Toledo.
- Afternoon Tour: Includes entry tickets to the Church of St. Tomé, Synagogue of Sta. Maria la Blanca, and Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes.
- Full Day Tour: Includes entry tickets to Church of St. Tomé, Synagogue of Sta. Maria la Blanca, Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, Cathedral of Toledo, and the ancient mosque ‘Cristo de la luz’, with an optional tapas menu for lunch.
- Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat
- Operated by a bilingual guide in Spanish and English
- Please keep in mind that the excursion includes several visits on foot, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.
- Julià Travel reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour itinerary without prior notice due to force majeure reasons.
Location
Julià Travel Madrid
Calle de San Nicolás
Julià Travel Office
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jiana_c
Mar 28, 2024
must see in Toledo - The cathedral
magnificient
So opulent and rich
2nd most beautiful cathedral after the Vatican Sistine Chapel
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Zoya-lovetotravel
Mar 28, 2024
Toledo full day trip - We did enjoy the tour. The bus was comfortable, the excursion was well-organised and thought through. We didn’t have to worry about long lines at the entrances or entrance tickets. Klara’s guidance was interesting and informative but not too much loaded with boring figures. I would definitely recommend this agency to my friends.
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Josere8174vj
Mar 28, 2024
Wonderful Place - There are so amny places to see, the views are Spectacular! If you come do the all day Toledo, we did the half day and we missed a lot to eat, buy and enjoy! But definitely a place to visit
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Debra_m
Mar 25, 2024
Amazing but be aware quite a tough walk - What a pleasant day. The town is so old, and still has so much character. The cathedral is amazing. The group ear buds worked well. You should be aware that the streets are narrow, steep and cobbled, and maybe difficult if you have a disability or just trouble walking.
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Vacationer778023
Mar 24, 2024
Fun day in Toledo - We enjoyed the full day trip. Be ready to walk a lot. The drive was comfortable and fast. We could hear the guide very well through the headphones. Opted for a lunch on our own and were happy with the choice.
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Mcouvertie-pr
Mar 21, 2024
Half day in toledo (kid friendly) - I loved everything nacho was so nice and I recommend him.if you want more details of the things he says instead of half day pick full day but overall i loved it
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Melaniewp6974ul
Mar 21, 2024
Amazing - This was an amazing adventure for both myself and my husband. We had a blast. Toledo is beautiful and our guide was amazing too.
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Relax10068895218
Mar 28, 2024
Amazing toledo - Very nice and I loved the views and the church’s are great and the handicrafts are made of gold and silver but the toilet are different and the bus ride is along one and the bus was late
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117alannahh
Mar 29, 2024
A Solid Tour - The sights were lovely and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and knew her history. She gave clear instructions and was very patient with our group.
However, I wish they divided the group: one guide for Spanish speakers and another for English speakers. I docked off two stars for that, as we booked a full day tour and it was from 10 - 15:30. We could have spent more time there if we didn’t have to repeat everything the guide said in Spanish, in English. I also wish we had more free time. Especially at the Cathedral. It’s so beautiful and I wish we had spent some time on our own there.
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Wendy_n
Mar 28, 2024
A Better Process is Needed - Through no fault of the guide that did his job well, I cannot recommend this tour. I had read reviews prior to booking that noted frustration with the dual language delivery and group size and decided to give it a try anyway. Not only is it extremely frustrating, but it is also time wasted. The size of the group coupled with the wait as long explanations in a language not understood is given, simply lead to disengagement and wanting it to be over. In essence 40 minutes of information is stretched to 80 minutes or more and nuances of discussions are lost in the back and forth. At the end, 18 minutes of 'free' time was left to explore the square. More time had been allotted to an unnecessary built-in bathroom break at a souvenir shop on the ride to Toledo. A 25-minute stop, 45 minutes into a 60-minute drive. We signed up for a tour of Toledo not a forced purchasing break. A second tour guide to split the group according to language would be the simple solution and serve the tour guides too who are doing double duty. The current process simply doesn't work well.
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