6 Days Classical Extremadura Self drive from Madrid

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6 days (approximately)
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Journey deep into the heart of Spain exploring the historic regions of Extremadura. Discover ancient Roman ruins, timeless medieval towns and historic cities. Visit temples, churches, cathedrals, basilicas and monasteries along the ancient Silver Way and admire Spanish art from classical times to the contemporary. Explore the cradles from which Spain’s conquistadors set off to colonise the new world and let Spain conquer your heart every day of this fascinating six-day tour starting and ending in Madrid.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Madrid: Visit Europe’s largest palace and the Reina Sofia Museum, where Picasso’s harrowing Guernica is among the masterpieces on display.
Silver Way: Explore the former Roman capital of Merida, the walled town of Plasencia and the monastery of Yuste, while stopping along this ancient Roman trade route.
Caceres: This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a walled town with more than 50 historic buildings.

What's Included

- Full-Full petrol rate
- Applicable local taxes (VAT)
- Vehicle theft (STP)
- Supercover (cover against damage without excess except windows or wheels)
- Road assistance 24-hour telephone service
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
5 nights accommodation
- Unlimited mileage
- Basic and Super Collision Damage Waiver (CDW, SCWD)
CAR HIRE:
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals
not stated explicitly in the programme
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the included section
- National or International flights
- All types of insurance except of mentioned rent-a-car insurance.
- Entry visas to Spain and Gibraltar (if applicable)
- Entrance tickets to any venue, museum or activity
NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:
- Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap
luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle
- Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving
- Damage to the engine through negligence
- Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition
- Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period
are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle.
- In the event of a fine being received there will be an administration charge
- Each additional driver fee
- Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc)
- No insurance cover in Gibraltar.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Arrive at Madrid airport, pick up your hired car, and drive to your hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    ARRIVAL MADRID

    1 stop
  • 1

    Arrive at Madrid airport, pick up your hired car, and drive to your hotel. The Spanish capital is one of Europe’s liveliest and most elegant cities, boasting beautiful boulevards, vast parks, bustling plazas, and numerous historic churches and palaces. Overnight in Madrid

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    MADRID – SALAMANCA (215km - 2.15hrs)

    1 stop
  • 2

    Discover Spain’s most venerable seat of learning, after indulging in a tasty breakfast. Salamanca University is the third-oldest in the world and the college gives the city a lively buzz. At the time of the university’s founding in 1134, Salamanca was in the Kingdom of Leon. Head to the heart of the action at the magnificent Plaza Mayor and savour the atmosphere. Every corner of Salamanca exudes history such as the Irish College, the Casa de las Conchas palace, the Monterrey Palace, the Art Noveau and Art Deco Museum at the Casa Lis, the Clavero Tower, the convents of Las Dueñas and St Stephen and the Clergy Church. Overnight in Salamanca.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    SALAMANCA - CÁCERES (205km - 2h)

    1 stop
  • 3

    Bid farewell to Salamanca after breakfast at the hotel, heading for Cáceres in the region of Extremadura. Not to be outdone by its provincial neighbour, the medieval walled old town of Caceres is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fortified homes, Renaissance palaces and historic churches. The walled area is compact and there are two main clusters of monuments. In the Santa Maria-Golfines area can be found the Renaissance Toledo-Moctezuma Palace as well as the Co-cathedral of St Mary. The area around the Plaza de las Veletas-Plaza San Mateo is dominated by the 15th century Cigüeñas Palace. Overnight in Caceres.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    CÁCERES – MÉRIDA – CÁCERES (150 Km – 2 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 4

    Enjoy breakfast and drive along the southern stretch of the ancient Silver Way to Merida, which was one of the Roman capitals of Spain. With a Roman bridge and a theatre that are both still in use, the classical heritage of Merida is breathtaking. See the ruins of the adjacent amphitheatre and the columns of the Temple of Diana in the former Forum, before returning to Caceres. Overnight in Caceres.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    CÁCERES – MADRID (300km - 3h)

    1 stop
  • 5
    Madrid

    After breakfast drive back to Madrid. Madrid is also home to the legendary golden triangle of art galleries, which house some of the world’s most treasured masterpieces so don't leave without visiting some of these galleries. Overnight in Madrid.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    DEPART MADRID

    1 stop
  • 6

    Bid farewell to Madrid after breakfast at the hotel, driving towards the airport. Drop off the car at the rental office. Catch your departure flight back home.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Drivers age from 26 to 75 years old (must have had their driver´s licence for a minimum of one year)
  • Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s licence together with the original from their country of origin.
  • If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused days
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