Private tour in Madrid Paul O

Thanksgiving Day in Madrid - Full Day City Walking Tour and Dinner

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Paul O.

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Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself. I'm half British and half Spaniard, fully bilingual in English and Spanish. I also speak good French. Traveling has always been my passion since I was a little kid, as my father worked for an American company, and I had the chance to travel to several countries. I've primarily lived in Spain, but also in France (Paris, the UK, and the US). I can speak English with both British and American accents. I had my first trip as a tour guide when I was 15, as my American family came to Spain, and I went with them to Madrid's old town, Segovia, Toledo, and El Escorial. I discovered I liked it a lot. I have been organizing private tours since then. I have a degree in Music (piano and musical language) and Geology. This latter allowed me to explain many facts about the landscape and even several historical facts about old towns like Toledo, Segovia, and Madrid. Geology is, surprisingly, pretty important to establish a settlement. Among other things I've done during my professional career, I had two restaurants and two small wineries, so food and wine have no secrets for me. I can humbly say I'm a good chef. I have been teaching how to cook Spanish cuisine to many people throughout my life, many of them foreigners. Wine production is an art, and I have been collaborating with several enologists to obtain high-quality wines. With this experience I would be able to teach you how to prepare genuine Spanish food, not to mention organizing visits to wineries and get a good understanding about how to produce good wines and how to taste them. Personalized tours are my best approach to obtaining a unique experience for tourists. Just in Madrid, there are a lot of unknown places, full of history and even anecdotes, that most people don't know, and will give you the best understanding of Spanish history and culture. Many other places around Madrid remain unknown to visitors, like the seven Romanic churches of Guadalajara (dated from the XII century), the "magical" and mystic canyon of Duratón river in Segovia, with vultures flying over the Templar hermitage built in the plateau over the river, the castles and fortresses that "El Cid Campeador" held in his exile from Castille to Valencia in the XI century, and many others. I'll be glad to offer you any possible personalized tour, in addition to the pre-built tours you'll see displayed here. Traveling is one of the best things we can do in this life, and having a local guide will help you to squeeze every little drop of your experience and make your trip unforgettable. Hope to see you soon! Degree in Geology from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 1981 Degree in Piano and Musical language from the Royal Conservatory of Music of Madrid (1982) None

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Overview of your Madrid tour

Thanksgiving day and weekend is the perfect occasion to come to Madrid and visit the old town and the most renowned towns near Madrid. I'll book dinner for the 23rd of November. We can also do any of the tours I offer (Toledo, El Escorial, Ávila, Segovia, and many others). I can be your tourist guide for one day or up to four, until the 26th of November. If you are more than eight people, we can rent a minibus with a driver for the tours around Madrid. We'll visit the most iconic monuments and sites in Madrid and then have a genuine American Thanksgiving dinner, with stuffed turkey with gravy, pumpkin pie and all the necessary food complements. It'd be a unique chance to celebrate this day abroad. Build unforgettable memories with your most beloved relatives and friends. Take a chance and do something different. I've been living in the US, so I know everything concerning Thanksgiving dinner. Let me be your host in Madrid!

Your Madrid tour itinerary

·Our tour starts at Puerta del Sol Square. ·We'll visit several churches and chapels around Arenal Street, just to arrive at the Royal Opera House, Oriente Palace and its beautiful gardens. ·We'll go by Calle Mayor (Main Street) to the Plaza de la Villa, seeing the oldest building in Madrid, the old town hall and the monument to Admiral Álvaro de Bazán. ·We'll cross Segovia Street to arrive at the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great, which deserves a visit to admire its amazing dome and frescos paintings. ·Then, we'll go through Cava Baja Street to enjoy fine tapas, including "Sobrino de Botín", one of the oldest restaurants in Europe founded in 1725. ·We'll then get to Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful Squares in Europe, a must for those who visit Madrid! ·The journey will end by visiting the beautiful Santa Ana Square and its unique surroundings. ·At last, we'll return to Puerta del Sol Square. We'll have dinner at a great restaurant. A perfect Thanksgiving dinner!

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Transport details
Type: Walking

No need to use any transport, just walking.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Tickets to visit the Royal Palace
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. The dinner could cost between 40 and 80 euros per person, depending on the restaurant we book the table for dinner. All of them are high-quality restaurants and offer a genuine Thanksgiving dinner.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The tour would start from Puerta del Sol Square or your hotel.

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Food And Drink
Art And Culture
Architecture
Tour reference number
1224328
Languages
Spanish
English
French
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour in Madrid is perfect for travellers who want to experience a unique Thanksgiving celebration abroad. It's ideal for families and friends looking to create unforgettable memories while exploring the historic sites of Madrid. With Paul O. as your guide, you'll enjoy a blend of cultural exploration and a classic American Thanksgiving dinner. The tour is also suitable for those who prefer a light activity level and need wheelchair accessibility.

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