Avila & Salamanca Day Trip
Description
Explore Salamanca, Spain’s most famous Renaissance city, and then head to Ávila, surrounded by a perfectly well-preserved city wall on a full-day guided trip from Madrid.
Day Trip Details
Meet your guide at the Las Ventas metro station at the scheduled time and board a coach to Ávila and Salamanca, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The first stop will be Salamanca. You'll walk through its main cobbled-stone roads to Plaza Mayor, one of Europe's impressive squares.
Next, at Plaza de Anaya, you’ll see the two cathedrals: the New Cathedral of Salamanca and the Old Cathedral of Salamanca. You’ll also visit the University of Salamanca, attracting thousands of international students annually. Look for the famous frog hidden in the building's façade.
You will have about one hour for lunch at your leisure, with recommendations from your guide for trying typical Spanish cuisine.
After lunch, you’ll travel to Ávila, known for its medieval city walls. During your visit, admire the exterior of Ávila Cathedral and explore San Vicente Basilica and the 2,500 meters of medieval walls.
After your Ávila visit, you'll return to Madrid approximately 11 hours after departure.
Tour with Tickets Included
When booking, you can select the tour with admission tickets included. This option covers admission to Salamanca Cathedral and the Ávila Walls, along with a guided tour of both sites.
What's included
- Transport by bus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to the Cathedral of Salamanca (depending on option selected)
- Admission to the Ávila Walls (depending on option selected)
What's not included
- Food and drinks
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The meeting point is Las Ventas metro station (specifically, on the corner of Calle Alcalá and Calle Julio Camba). Take the exit “Calle Julio Camba” as you're exiting the subway. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time to validate your ticket.
Due to construction work in Las Ventas square, the bus may not be parked in its usual spot. Look for the guide at the Ventas metro station exit. You'll recognise them because they will be wearing the Amigo Tours logo. The guide will accompany you to the bus if it is parked elsewhere.
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