Extremadura Classical Exploration Self-Drive
This 6-day tour starts and ends in Madrid, offering a perfect blend of vibrant city life and historic charm. You’ll explore Madrid’s elegant boulevards and world-class art galleries before heading to Salamanca – a lively university city full of stunning plazas and centuries-old architecture. The journey continues to Cáceres, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with medieval walls and Renaissance palaces, followed by a visit to Mérida, where impressive Roman ruins still stand proud. With a relaxed pace and a mix of cultural highlights and scenic drives along the ancient Silver Way, this trip is ideal for history buffs and culture lovers alike.
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Tour Overview
Duration
6 daysHotel Rating
4 star hotelsStarts
MadridEnds
MadridMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Spain that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
NoCountry
SpainPassengers
€787.50
€236.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 10 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
On this tour, all arrangements such as accommodation and transportation are pre-arranged for you. You may enjoy included activities and guided sightseeing, but you will need to navigate your way through the tour by yourself. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A packed itinerary, visiting multiple places each day with limited downtime, ideal for those who want to maximize sightseeing.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
NoGroup Size
Min 10 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
On this tour, all arrangements such as accommodation and transportation are pre-arranged for you. You may enjoy included activities and guided sightseeing, but you will need to navigate your way through the tour by yourself. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A packed itinerary, visiting multiple places each day with limited downtime, ideal for those who want to maximize sightseeing.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Madrid
Arrive at Madrid airport and collect your hire car before driving to your hotel. The Spanish capital is one of Europe’s most vibrant and elegant cities, known for its wide boulevards, expansive parks, lively plazas, and numerous historic churches and palaces. Settle in and enjoy your first evening in this dynamic city. Overnight in Madrid.
Day 2 - Madrid - Salamanca
After a hearty breakfast, we explore Salamanca, home to one of the world’s oldest universities, founded in 1134 when the city was part of the Kingdom of Leon. The university brings a vibrant energy to the city, blending history with student life. We visit the impressive Plaza Mayor, the city’s lively central square, before discovering Salamanca’s rich heritage through landmarks such as the Irish College, Casa de las Conchas palace, Monterrey Palace, and the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum at Casa Lis. We also see the Clavero Tower, the convents of Las Dueñas and St Stephen, and the Clergy Church. We spend the night in Salamanca.
Day 3 - Salamanca - Caceres
After breakfast, we leave Salamanca and drive to Cáceres in Extremadura. The medieval walled old town here is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its fortified houses, Renaissance palaces and historic churches. The compact walled area centres on two main clusters of monuments. In the Santa María-Golfines district, we visit the Renaissance Toledo-Moctezuma Palace and the Co-cathedral of St Mary. Around Plaza de las Veletas and Plaza San Mateo, the 15th-century Cigüeñas Palace stands prominently. We stay overnight in Cáceres.
Day 4 - Caceres
After breakfast, we drive along the southern section of the ancient Silver Way to Mérida, once one of Roman Spain’s capitals. Mérida’s classical heritage is remarkable, with a Roman bridge and theatre still in use today. We explore the ruins of the nearby amphitheatre and the columns of the Temple of Diana, located in the former Forum. After the visit, we return to Cáceres for the night.
Day 5 - Caceres - Madrid
After breakfast, we drive back to Madrid. The city is renowned for its Golden Triangle of Art galleries, home to some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces. We recommend visiting one or more of these galleries during your time here. Overnight in Madrid.
Day 6 - Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave Madrid and drive to the airport. You will return your hire car at the rental office before checking in for your departure flight home.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices (if available) are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room.
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