The 15 Best Bullet Train Tours in Spain

1.Toledo Private Tour with Cathedral & High Speed Train from Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $314Our pick

Take a private half-day trip from Madrid to Toledo by high-speed train. Your guide leads you through the Jewish Quarter, convent district, and Gothic cathedral, then leaves time for tapas, shopping, and personal exploring. Guides may include Diego, Eduardo, Natalia, Javier, Laura, or Diana.

“Wonderful & knowledgeable guide. Learned so much about the history of Toledo. Despite the heat, had a great day.”

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2.Segovia with Alcazar Guided Tour by High-Speed Train from Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $362

Travel from Madrid’s Chamartín area to Segovia in about 30 minutes by high-speed train. A private guide leads you to the Roman aqueduct, Alcázar, cathedral, old town, and optional countryside walk, with free time for lunch and cochinillo.

“We were left to find our own way to the train station which was very stressful. We were at the hotel 1/2 ahead of time and the guide Mazic did not find us until the train had left the station. He did not seem engaged and was not an engaging with us as a tour guide.”

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3.Barcelona Day Tour by High-Speed Train from Madrid.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 71 reviews · 13 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $414

Spend about 13.5 hours traveling from Madrid to Barcelona by high-speed train, then walk through Passeig de Gràcia, the Gothic Quarter, El Born, Arc de Triomf, and Sagrada Família. Guides such as Lucas, Mateo, Mirko, and Han have led the Barcelona portion. Sagrada Família entry is not included.

“Very poor communication from company - half of our group did not receive email with link to train tickets, information about where to meet guide incorrect (and per guide this is not first time this happened). Delay 20 minutes. Tour initially to start at 7, changed by company to 8:25 and return to Madrid by train at 5:55 That caused tour to be 2 hours less than we paid for. Waited one hour at a bstop for taxi to transport us to next site- taxi too small to accommodate all on excursions causing greater than 1 hour delay. Final straw was missing train back to Madrid due to guide error.…”

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4.Girona Private Guided Tour by High Speed Train from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $289

Travel from Barcelona to Girona by AVE high-speed train, then walk the Old Town with a private English-speaking guide. Expect the Eiffel Bridge, Arab Baths, cathedral area, medieval walls, Game of Thrones locations, and one hour of free time. Guides may include Mateo, Katja, Roger, Lucas, or others.

“I came to Barcelona for the second time and visiting Girona was incredible. When I came for the first time I didn’t travel with a high-speed train, and the experience was so good. The train had a little bar and I ordered a coffee. The waiters were so kind and friendly, it was a very quick and relaxing trip. Once we arrived in Girona, I fell in love with the Jewish quarter and its history was so interesting. Thanks to our guide who explained it so well and made the tour enjoyable. My favorite part of the experience apart from the Jewish Quarter was the Arabs Baths without a doubt.…”

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5.Girona Private Guided Tour by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 56 reviews · 5h 18m · from $283

Travel from Barcelona to Girona in 38 minutes by high-speed train, then walk the medieval center with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide. See the Eiffel Bridge, El Call, Arab Baths, cathedral, Onyar River, and city walls. Expect about three hours of walking and panoramic views.

“Roger was an excellent guide. we enjoyed learning about the city, its history, and culture.”

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6.Cordoba and Mosque Day Trip by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 33 reviews · 11 hours · from $199

Travel from Madrid to Córdoba in about two hours by high-speed train, then explore the Roman Bridge, Jewish Quarter, courtyards, Synagogue, and Mosque-Cathedral with a local guide. You get about two hours of free time, but the station meeting arrangements and return walk need careful planning.

“I had an amazing tour. The tour guides were excellent really love the city. I definitely recommend.”

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7.Madrid by High-Speed Train with Prado Museum Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $606

Travel from Barcelona to Madrid by high-speed train, then meet a bilingual guide for a two-hour Prado visit and walking tour past San Miguel Market, the Royal Palace, and Gran Via. Guides such as Laura, Cristina, Natalie, and Majed have led this outing, but the train journey is self-guided.

“The tour guide Cristina was kind and knowledgeable the tour itself felt rushed but really enjoyed spending the day with the couple that was a patt of the group tour.”

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8.Seville in One Day by High speed Train from Madrid Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $534

Travel from Madrid to Seville by high-speed train for a private English and Spanish walking tour through Santa Cruz, the Old Town, and Jewish Quarter. Guide Estefania has led this route, and an Alcazar entry upgrade is available. You get free time for lunch before returning to Madrid.

“The trip Never happened because not enough people booked. Very disappointed and the alternative date was not convenient only had one alternative.”

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9.Segovia Private Guided Visit & Alcazar with High Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 11 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $353

Ride from Madrid to Segovia on a high-speed train, then explore the Roman Aqueduct, Royal Alcazar, Old Town, Jewish Quarter, and Plaza Mayor with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide. You also get free time for lunch and a possible taste of cochinillo.

“Our guide turned up late, which wasn't a good start. The experience itself was incredibly expensive for what it was and for the amount of information we were given by the guide, we could have done the trip ourselves for a tenth of the price. We felt the guide didn't tell us all that much. The 'hike' was a very boring walk by the river, obviously aimed in order to pad out the time in Segovia. We would have much preferred to spend more time in the city and visit other monuments/buildings of interest. The cathedral should definitely have been a part of the trip. Bit of a rip off,…”

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10.Córdoba Private Day Tour by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 12 hours · from $506

Travel from Madrid to Córdoba by high-speed train, then follow an English-speaking guide through the Mezquita-Catedral, Jewish Quarter, and San Basilio patios. Guides may include Patricia, Jorge, or Marta. A small group of up to 15 leaves about three hours for your own Córdoba wander.

“Muy buen viaje, la guía Patricia muy amable y atenta se dio tiempo de entregar la información en inglés y español, ya que, yo era la única que hablaba español del grupo. Solo hacer la acotación qué para un viaje tan largo por 1 día y el valor del mismo, al menos debiesen regalar un pequeño snack,sobre todo agua porque son demasiadas horas y por 1 día,de igual manera me pareció al finalizar el tour un poco caro en su valor. Hicieron casi 40° entonces siento que un presente de snack sería ideal. De igual manera el tour fue excelente.”

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11.Córdoba Private Day Trip from Madrid by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $508

Travel from Madrid to Córdoba by high-speed train, then join an English and Spanish guided walk through the old town, Jewish Quarter, and Mezquita-Catedral. Guide Patricia has led this route, which includes the cathedral interior and free time for food, courtyards, and independent exploring.

“Guide was lovely and knew her history and culture of the area. Logistics were not clearly planned or communicated. Wrong train times were sent to us, meaning we were 90 minutes early. Then took some time for guide to fund us at station. Plus there was no stop for a bite to eat or time on own.”

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12.Private Tour: Segovia Day Trip from Madrid by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $381

Travel from Madrid’s Chamartín station to Segovia by high-speed train, where your private guide meets you. Spend three or five hours touring the Roman aqueduct, late-Gothic cathedral, and Alcázar. Theresa has guided some tours, bringing strong local history knowledge, while the rest of your day is free to explore.

“Even though our train arrival in Segovia was delayed, our guide was waiting for us and ready to go. A local lady and very well informed about the history and culture of the areas we toured. Very good tour!”

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13.Seville Day Trip from Cordoba by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $140Best value

Meet at Cordoba station at 7:50 a.m., take the 45-minute high-speed train to Seville, then tour by minibus and on foot. Your local guide leads you through the Cathedral, Real Alcazar, Santa Cruz, Maria Luisa Park, and Plaza de España before you return by train.

“All went according to the advertised information The guide was very good The tour was worth its money Can recommend it”

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14.Private Tour: Cordoba Day Trip from Madrid by High-Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $538

You travel from Madrid to Cordoba by high-speed train, then spend about three hours with a private guide such as Lola or Toñi at the Mezquita, Jewish quarter, and medieval synagogue. You have time afterward for lunch and independent exploring before returning to Madrid.

“Me hablaron maravillas de Cordoba, pero todo el mundo me decia que primero tenia que ir a Sevilla o a Granada, pero mi sangre me tiro y me pidio que vaya a Cordoba, NO ME VOY A ARREPENTIR NUNCA y buscando tours encontré en Viator este tour y dije bueno vamos a darle una chance, en un primer momento pense que el tour es para pocas personas pero para mi madre y para mi fue exclusivo ya que éramos nosotras dos, la ciudad y el paisaje son mágicos pero lo que debo destacar es el profesionalismo, la dedicación y amabilidad de nuestra guía TOÑI eso hizo que el viaje sea…”

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15.2-Day guided tour Caceres & Sevilla from Madrid by Bus and High Speed Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews · from $371

Travel from Madrid to UNESCO-listed Cáceres by air-conditioned coach, then continue to Seville for an overnight stay, breakfast, dinner, and a guided morning tour. You’ll see Plaza de España, María Luisa Park, Santa Cruz, and more before returning to Madrid by AVE train.

“The tour started one hour late. A whole hour with no actual explanation, other than the driver is delayed, so from 7:45am to 8:45am. That was a rocky start and threw the tour off schedule. The guide was nice, but the schedule was odd. Eating lunch in crowded restaurants arRead more”

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