#MAGICAL VILLAGES ROUTE OF THE MADRID REGION

09:00 – 10:10 | Arrival in San Martín de Valdeiglesias

10:15 – 10:45 | Check-in at the Hotel

11:00 – 12:30 | Castle of La Coracera

• A fifteenth-century fortress where Queen Joanna of Portugal resided. Tour of towers, chapel and cellars. Setting for historical films due to its medieval authenticity.

12:45 – 14:15 | Las Moradas de San Martín Winery

• Organic vineyards where we discover the centenary Grenache and the Albillo Real. Commented tasting with cheese pairing, local oil and artisan bread.

14:30 – 16:00 | Lunch in the local restaurant, specialty:

Starters to share

• Homemade Iberian ham and boletus croquettes

Main to choose

• Grilled Guadarrama beef loin
• Pairing: Wine made from Garnacha San Martín de Valdeiglesias grape – a full-bodied red wine with soft tannins that harmonize with the juiciness of the meat.
• Baked sea bass with vegetable garnish
• Pairing: Albillo Real (traditional variety from San Martín de Valdeiglesias) – very original white for its unctuous and silky mouth, as well as mineral notes that perfectly accompany the fish.

Homemade dessert

• Cheesecake with red fruit jam
• Pairing: Sweet Muscat

16:30 – 18:00 | Botanical walk through the Enchanted Forest.

• Magical garden park with more than 25,000m2 and more than 300 living plant sculptures of animals and magical beings from tales and legends.

18:15 – 19:15 | Horseback Riding in the San Juan Reservoir.

• Horseback riding routes through nearby natural areas

19:30 – 20:30 | Relaxing walk through the Reservoir

• It is the only beach in the Community of Madrid with a blue flag

20:30 | Dinner at the accommodation, specialty:

Starters to share

• Alberche trout tartare with citrus emulsion and crunchy nori seaweed. A fresh dish that combines the softness of local trout with citrus notes and the saline touch of nori seaweed. Pairing: Albillo Real – dry white wine with floral notes and an acidity that enhances the freshness of the fish.
• Creamy Iberian ham croquettes with black garlic aioli. Traditional croquettes with a modern twist thanks to the black garlic aioli, which adds depth of flavour. Pairing: Rosé de Garnacha – fruity rosé wine that balances the intensity of ham and black garlic.

Main course of your choice

• Confit suckling pig with roasted apple puree and Pedro Ximénez reduction. Suckling pig cooked at low temperature to achieve a tender texture, accompanied by the sweetness of apple and wine. Pairing: Red Crianza de la Sierra de Gredos – full-bodied red wine with soft tannins that complement the richness of the suckling pig.
• Pil-pil cod loin on a bed of ratatouille from La Mancha. Cod cooked at the right point, with the emulsion of pil-pil and the traditional flavour of ratatouille. Pairing: Godello – white wine with good structure and mineral notes that harmonize with cod.

Homemade dessert

• Goat cheesecake with red fruit jam and walnut crumble. A local take on cheesecake, using goat cheese from the region and a crunchy touch of walnuts. Pairing: Moscatel Dulce – sweet wine with floral and fruity notes that enhance the dessert.

Accommodation

08:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

09:00 – 10:00 | Transfer to San Lorenzo de El Escorial (60 km / 1h)

10:00 – 10:30 | Check-in at a centrally located hotel

10:45 – 12:15 | Visit to the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

• Basilica, library, royal pantheon, private rooms.
• History, power and spirituality among imperial stone.

12:30 – 13:30 | Visit to the gardens of the Casita del Infante

14:15 – 15:45 | Lunch in a typical restaurant with specialty:

Starters to share

• Wood-roasted peppers with belly. Pairing: Tagonius Red Crianza 3/4
• Artisan chistorra from Navarra.

Main course of your choice

• Suckling pig roasted in a wood-fired oven (portion). Pairing: Marqués de Murrieta Red Reserva 3/4
• Premium grilled beef entrecôte (400-450 gr.). Pairing: Marqués de Cáceres Red Crianza 3/4

Homemade dessert

• Blueberry cheesecake.

16:00 – 18:00 Cultural walk through the sixteenth century and cultural walk through the eighteenth century (Historic Center)

• Route prepared with the support of a brochure, in which they can do it on their own or hire a guide

18:30 – 19:30 | Nature route Silla de Felipe II

• One hour one way and one hour back walking through the Bosque de la Herrería, you can also go by car

20.00 – 21:45 | Dinner at the hotel, specialty:

Starter to share

• Octopus carpaccio with cachelos and paprika oil. Pairing: Albillo Real joven (D.O. Vinos de Madrid)
• Dry white wine with floral and citrus notes that accompanies the octopus well without overloading the palate.

Main course

• Green salad with tuna confit, anchovies and romesco sauce. Pairing: Garnacha Rosé (Navalcarnero, D.O. Vinos de Madrid)
• Its balanced acidity and notes of red fruits refresh and harmonize with the dish.

Second course

• Beef tenderloin with foie, sautéed grapes and port reduction. Pairing: Red Tempranillo crianza. With medium-high body, notes of ripe fruit, vanilla and liquorice, perfect for red meats with sweet sauces.

Homemade dessert

• Chocolate coulant with vanilla ice cream

Accommodation

08:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

09:15 – 10:45 | Walk to discover the unique trees of local interest.

• Route prepared with the support of a brochure, in which they can do it on their own or hire a guide

11:00 – 12:00 | Visit to the Valley of Cuelgamuros

• Distance to there 20 min by car. There is a bus, departing from the bus station (only one a day) changing the schedule depending on the time of year.

12:15 l Visit to a traditional pastry shop to find the typical sweets of San Lorenzo de el Escorial, which are the Chocolate Biscuits

12:30 – 13:30 | Visit to the Dominican Monastery of the Immaculate Conception

• Founded by D. Gaspar de Guzmán y Pimentel Ribera y Velasco de Tovar, known as the Count-Duke of Olivares. Guided tour from the Loeches Tourist Office walking through the churches of the monasteries, Pantheon of the Dukes of Alba, Crypt of the Count Duke of Olivares. archive Space of silence and memory.

14:00 – 15:30 | Lunch in a typical restaurant with specialty:

• Charming Tourist Menu – Restaurant
• An authentic dining experience in the heart of Loeches

Starters to share

• The famous snails of the house, in their traditional recipe
• Homemade Iberian ham croquettes
• Warm goat cheese salad with honey walnut vinaigrette

Main course (to choose):

• Grilled Iberian pork with baked potatoes and candied peppers
• Hake in green sauce with clams
• Beef cheek braised in red wine, slow-cooked

Homemade desserts (to choose):

• Caramel egg custard
• Baked cheesecake
• Custard with Maria biscuit

16:00 – 18:00 | Oleotourism Walk through the Olive Grove of the Conde Duque

• A route among centenary olive trees that connects you with the agricultural tradition of the municipality. Through this walk, you will learn about the history of the olive grove, the cultivation and harvesting methods, and the importance of oil in the local and Madrid culture, all in a privileged natural environment with views of the monumental heritage of the Villa.

18:00 – 19:30 | Check-in at a charming hotel and free time for shopping

• Sweets from convento chico, Duquetes in the Dulce Condena cafeteria...

20:00 | Dinner in Plaza de la Villa, specialty:

• Charming Tourist Menu – Dinner in a Restaurant
• Traditional flavours with a special touch, in the heart of the town

Starters to share:

• Platter of Iberian sausages and cured cheeses
• Scrambled eggs with black pudding with piquillo peppers and caramelized onion
•  Rustic bread toast with tomato, ham and extra virgin olive oil

Main course (to choose):

• Grilled beef entrecôte with a side of rustic potatoes
• Cod au gratin with soft aioli on a bed of vegetables
• Creamy mushroom and parmesan risotto

Homemade desserts (to choose):

• Chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
• Grandma's Cake
• Natural yogurt with local honey and nuts

Accommodation