--- title: Segovia with Alcazar Guided Tour by High-Speed Train from Madrid lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/segovia-with-alcazar-guided-tour-by-high-speed-train-from-madrid/ type: tour city: Madrid country: Spain price: 300 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.74 reviews: 98 duration_minutes: 390 languages: [en, es] guidekin_pick: Private tour, 6h 30m rank_in_category: 32 of 51 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/segovia-with-alcazar-guided-tour-by-high-speed-train-from-madrid/ --- # Segovia with Alcazar Guided Tour by High-Speed Train from Madrid **Guidekin's take:** Take the high-speed train from Madrid to explore Segovia Old Town and the Alcazar of Segovia on a private tour for your party. Train travel, a private guide and Alcazar admission are included; hotel pickup is excluded and the train will not wait for late arrivals. 4.74 from 98 reviews at €300 per person for 6h 30m. In our comparison: #32 of 51 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a guided tour to Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, by high-speed train from Madrid, the most comfortable and fastest way of traveling in Spain. Explore the Alcazar of Segovia, one of the most emblematic buildings of the region, with your expert guide. Behold the magnificent Roman Aqueduct, built in the time of Emperor Augustus. ## Before you book - Meeting point: In front of Barceló Imagine - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food not included: Food or beverages unless specified - Age 4+: minimum age to join - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €300 per person - Duration: 6h 30m - Rating: 4.74/5 from 98 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: World Experience - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.74 from 98 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 92 of 98. - 5 stars: 85 (87%) - 4 stars: 7 (7%) - 3 stars: 2 (2%) - 2 stars: 2 (2%) - 1 star: 2 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and riverside route, but the hills and stairs can be demanding. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, friendly guides who make Segovia's history engaging - River scenery and quieter paths alongside the historic city sights - Detailed explanations at the Alcazar and Roman aqueduct - Comfortable train journeys and help navigating the stations - Useful lunch recommendations and time to explore independently **Complaints:** - Some find the walk easy, while others struggle with the hills and stairs - Some enjoy the river walk, while others want more time at the castle and in town - Departure changes and cancellations disrupt plans, sometimes at short notice - Taxi waits and train coordination problems cause delays or rushed connections Written by Guidekin from the 92 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-09-05 to 2025-11-26); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Segovia Old Town Tour - High-speed train transportation - Private guide - Alcazar of Segovia Admission Ticket ## Not included - Tips (optional) - Food or beverages unless specified - Hotel pick up or transfer ## Itinerary 1. **Madrid** (30m) - This incredible experience starts in the most comfortable way, aboard the fastest train in Spain (reaches a top speed of 300 km/h), highlighting its punctuality, avoiding up to 2 hours of delays and traffic jams of big cities and getting to Toledo in just 30 minutes. Get... 2. **Acueduct of Segovia** (1h) - After a scenic ride, start the adventure discovering the famous Aqueduct of Segovia, a Roman engineering marvel dating back to the 1st century AD. Behold the well-preserved aqueduct stretches through the heart of the city and is an incredible sight. 3. **Real Alcazar de Segovia** (1h; admission included) - After, you’ll visit the Alcázar, perched on a hill overlooking the city, its majestic castle that was once home to the kings of Castile. This fortress has a unique appearance with its turreted towers and is said to have inspired Walt Disney's Cinderella Castle. Explore the... 4. **Cattedrale Di Segovia** (1h) - Continue through the charming streets of Segovia's Old Town. Admire the medieval buildings, quaint squares, and picturesque alleys. Walk through the Jewish Quarter and the Gothic Cathedral. Don't miss the Plaza Mayor, the main square, where you can relax at a café and soak in... 5. **Segovia** (2h) - Enjoy free time to explore the city on your own, relax or even taste one of the most traditional dishes of Spanish gastronomy ¨Cochinillo¨ (suckling pig). 6. **Madrid** (30m) - Return to Madrid by high speed train ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point In front of Barceló Imagine Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJoxBWMxQpQg0R8Ck8TJB6EHA Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please, be at the check in point 20 minutes before departure time. - It's essential to arrive well in advance of the train's departure time. The train's departure is fixed and will not wait for delayed passengers. If you fail to arrive on time, you will unfortunately miss the entirety of the tour, and no refund will be provided. We recommend planning with ample margin to avoid any inconvenience. - Full name of each passenger and Passport/ID number is mandatory to confirm the booking. - Please provide a valid telephone number to contact you at least 48 hours before the experience to complete the pre-check in process. Booking asks for: passport details ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €600 | €300 | | 4 | €900 | €225 | | 6 | €1080 | €180 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Day Trips start at €35 per person. ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 51** | €300 | 6h 30m | 4.74 (98) | private | | [Toledo Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Driver from Madrid](/spain/madrid/tours/toledo-private-tour-with-licensed-guide-and-driver-from-madrid/?format=md) | €310 | 5h | 4.99 (694) | private | | [Ribera del Duero Wineries Guided Tour & Wine Tasting from Madrid](/spain/madrid/tours/ribera-del-duero-wineries-guided-tour-wine-tasting-from-madrid/?format=md) | €185 | 11h | 4.95 (506) | shared | | [Toledo Tour & Vineyard Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid](/spain/madrid/tours/toledo-tour-vineyard-experience-with-wine-tasting-from-madrid/?format=md) | €75 | 8h | 4.89 (3000) | shared | Ranked #32 of 51 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €845, median €89; typical length 10h. 9 of 51 are private. 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