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Madrid on the Fly

Overview

Enjoy Madrid at your own pace aboard a comfortable, open-top, air-conditioned double-decker sightseeing bus. With one ticket covering all three routes, you can hop on and off freely at the stops that interest you most and experience the city’s historic landmarks, artistic treasures, modern architecture and vibrant neighbourhoods. Ideal for first-time visitors, this sightseeing tour offers access to three routes showcasing different sides of Madrid. The Historic Route takes you through the city’s rich heritage, with magnificent royal landmarks, historic sites and the famous Art Triangle. The Modern Route showcases striking contemporary architecture and the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The Current Route highlights present-day Madrid, with lively neighbourhoods, cultural attractions and the famous Gran Vía.

Format

Self-guided tour

Trip Highlights

Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.

  • Spain
    • Madrid

Inclusions

  • Round-trip flight to Madrid 
  • Private round-trip transfers between Madrid Airport and your hotel in Madrid.
  • 3 nights of accommodation in Madrid including breakfast
  • More Moments activities included:
    • 1 day Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus tour

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart Canada

Overnight flight to Madrid.

Day 2

Welcome to Madrid

Upon arrival at Madrid Airport, meet your driver for your transfer to the hotel.

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Madrid at your own pace. Discover the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, stroll along Gran Vía, relax in Retiro Park or visit the Prado Museum. Explore Madrid’s charming neighbourhoods, local markets, shops and cafés, or choose from a selection of optional excursions.

Day 3

Madrid

Today, you’ll explore Madrid with an included Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus tour. 

Enjoy the three routes: Historic, Modern and Current. This open-top double-decker bus is air-conditioned and includes an audio guide in 10 languages. 

More Moments Activities Included

  • Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus

    Explore Madrid comfortably aboard a double-decker sightseeing bus with a single ticket that includes all three routes. The Blue Route covers Historic Madrid, with royal landmarks and the Art Triangle; the Green Route showcases Modern Madrid, including contemporary architecture and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium; and the Orange Route highlights Current Madrid, with vibrant neighbourhoods, cultural hubs and Gran Vía.

    Enjoy stunning views and experience the city’s history, art and modern life at your own pace. 

    Open-top, air-conditioned double-decker buses with sliding roofs. Audio guide available in 10 languages with headphones included.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4

Madrid

Make the most of your last day by revisiting your favorite spots, discovering hidden gems, or simply immersing yourself in Madrid’s vibrant art and culture.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5

Madrid – Return to Canada

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your return flight to Canada.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Accommodations

Where you'll stay

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location

Hotel

Madrid
PUERTA DE TOLEDO HOTEL (or similar)
3

Room details

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 
Bed size(s): 1 king or 2 twin beds. Rollaway beds available upon request (locally)
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 guests (3 adults or 2 adult + 1 child)

Madrid
EMPERADOR HOTEL (or similar)
4

Room details

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 
Bed size(s): 1 king or 2 twin beds. Rollaway beds available upon request (locally)
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 guests (3 adults or 2 adult + 1 child)

Madrid
VILLA REAL HOTEL (or similar)
5

Room details

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 
Bed size(s): 1 king or 2 twin beds. Rollaway beds available upon request (locally)
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 guests (3 adults or 2 adult + 1 child)

Ideal for

Urban tours

Trips that make you feel like you live there. Tour packages include:

  • Round-trip flight with Air Canada
  • Airport transfers
  • Hotel accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • More Moments activities or excursions (select packages)
  • Aeroplan® points

Earn more with Aeroplan

In addition to accumulating points on the flight portion of your trip, you’ll earn up to 4,000 extra Aeroplan points on select tour packages.

  • Members ages 2 to 12 will receive extra points equivalent to 50% of the points granted to members ages 13 and up.
  • Travel completion by December 31, 2026. 

Important Information

  • January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2027

  • Not included

    • Meals and beverages, unless noted
    • Transfers, unless noted
    • Additional excursions and entrance fees
    • Gratuities
    • Local City Taxes (payable in Euro at destination)
    • Porterage
    • Land Only Bookings, do not include airport transfers
  • All excursions operate in English and Spanish