With no fixed itinerary this Independent Journey allows you explore this fantastic region at your own pace from a Single Base, chosen for its charm and uniqueness.
Based in the historic walled town of El Burgo de Osma, we have chosen the grand Posada del Canónigo as your accommodation for the next 6 nights. The Posada was built in the year 1556 by the Bishop of Valdes; the buildings restoration work has maintained many of its 16th century features, with modern amenities. Your double occupancy room comes with an en suite bathroom and continental breakfast. From the Posada you can explore the historic quarter of El Burgo, which boasts many restaurants that showcase local cuisine.
El Burgo de Osma was a central axis and major stopover for pilgrims travelling from Zaragoza to Santiago de Compostela, along one of the many Caminos de Sanitago and boasts one of Spain’s most important cathedrals. Its portico Main Street and small lanes are ideal for exploration on foot. Sitting on the hill above El Burgo de Osma, are the remains of the Roman settlement of Uxama, offering great views across the Reconquest frontier lands.
El Burgo is well placed for exploring medieval Soria: the market town of Berlanga de Duero, mozarabe frescos of San Baudelio, the 11th century hermitage in San Estaban de Gormaz, the impressive town of Medinaceli with its roman arch and Europe’s longest castle at Gormaz. For those interested in nature the Canyon Rio Lobos offers stunning scenery and a hidden Knights Templar Hermitage. Not forgetting Calatanazor, declared a national monument for its historic and artistic beauty.
A Taste of Medieval Soria Self Guided Holiday has a walking grade of Sightseeing. Apart from short strolls around places of interest, this holiday does not include daily walks, except when visiting the Knights Templar Hermitage in the Canyon Rio Lobos, approximately 2 to 4kms (1.25 to 2.5 miles). 6 Nights at Posada del Canónigo. Includes: (B).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- 6 Nights accommodation in double occupancy room with en suite.
- 6 Continental breakfasts.
- Assistance and Advice with regard to arranging ground travel within Spain, to and from Soria.
- Town and Village Maps.
- Information pack created with our first hand knowledge of the regions places of interests, historical sites, fiestas &local artisans.
- List of local restaurants and food options for each overnight stay, including where to find some of our favorite picnic essentials.
Price Excludes:
- Flights to and from Spain
- Ground transportation
- Car Hire
- All Meals and drinks, other than breakfast.
- Luggage transfers
- Travel insurance
- Phone calls, faxes, emails, use of internet, postage
- Laundry services
- Purchases of souvenirs or other items of a personal nature
- All Entry fees to attractions
- Services of a Guide or Tour host
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