Spain's capital is surrounded by many small cities full of history, tradition and art. Less than one hour from Madrid are Toledo, the 'oldest capital in Europe', Chinchón, the most famous medieval town, and Aranjuez and Cuenca with a wide variety of art. To the north, Ávila has impressive, fort-like city walls and is renowned as a holy pilgrimage destination, Segovia, 'the Roman city', known for its aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, royal palace and the Escorial, which houses the famous Monastery of San Lorenzo, built by King Philip II.

Design your own exclusive visit to Madrid's famous surroundings - Segovia, Toledo... or the emblematic Spanish wine cellars in La Rioja or in the Ribera del Duero: Vega Sicilia, Pesquera, Protos, Mata Romera, Marques de Riscal...

Aranjuez and chinchon

El Escorial, el Valle de los Caídos and the sierra de Guadarrama