Hands-on With The Preservers Of Spain’s Priceless Art

Hands-on With The Preservers Of Spain’s Priceless Art

Gain behind‑the‑scenes access to Madrid’s Factum Arte preservation studio, where specialists safeguard Spain’s artistic legacy using meticulous conservation techniques.


Guided by senior experts, explore the craftsmanship behind the preservation of Francisco de Goya’s work, before visits to the Museo del Prado and the Real Academia de Bellas Artes. Gain privileged access to rare prints and original engraving plates to better understand the materials, processes and skill that underpin Goya’s enduring influence.

Details
  • 2-Night, 3-Day Journey
  • From GBP 5,100 per person
  • When to Go: Magnificent in all seasons
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An Immersion into Spanish Artistry
Day 1
An Immersion into Spanish Artistry
  • Check in to Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, a Belle Époque palace ideally located in the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
  • Join a Factum Arte expert for a guided walk to the Museo del Prado, focusing on the works of Francisco Goya.
  • Continue to the Factum Arte studios for exclusive access to its print and tapestry departments, and insight into the studio’s preservation work and long‑standing collaboration with the Prado, including the digitisation of Goya’s Black Paintings.
  • Return to the hotel by private transfer and enjoy the evening at leisure, with dining reservations arranged on request.
Inside the Thyssen museum.
Day 2
Discover Goya's Undying Legacy
  • Visit the Real Fábrica de Tapices, one of Spain’s most prestigious royal textile factories, on an expert‑led private tour exploring tapestries and cartoons designed by Francisco Goya, many of which remain in production today.
  • Enjoy privileged behind‑the‑scenes access to the archives to view key historical works by special arrangement.
  • Continue by private chauffeur to the Real Academia de Bellas Artes for an exclusive guided visit, including rare access to Goya’s original engraving plates and tools presented from the vaults.
  • Conclude the day at the Chapel of San Antonio de la Florida, home to Goya’s vivid neoclassical frescoes and his final resting place.
View of Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid facade.
Day 3
Depart Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
  • After a leisurely breakfast, and possibly a signature treatment at The Beauty Concept spa at Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, bid the Spanish capital farewell.
Inclusions

From GBP 5,100 per person for 3 days, based on two people sharing.


  • 2 nights at Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, including breakfast.
  • Private experience with art production and conservation pioneers at Factum Arte studios.
  • Privately guided exploration with a Factum expert of the Goya collection at the Museo del Prado.
  • Private viewing of the archives and workshops at Real Fabrica de Tapices.
  • Private viewing, by special permission, of Goya’s engraving plates from the vaults of Calcografia Nacional and other art treasures at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes.
  • Private transfers as mentioned.
When to Travel
  • Magnificent in all seasons.

 

Exclusions
  • Flights.
  • Excursions, meals and drinks other than those mentioned.
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