Madrid to Salamanca and Avila Tour: Explore Historic University and Iconic Tapas

Embark on a captivating tour from Madrid to Salamanca and Avila. Explore the historic University of Salamanca, visit the Cathedral, and indulge in iconic tapas. Discover the medieval charm of Avila’s wall, San Vicente Sanctuary, and Romanesque churches.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Salamanca - Your first stop will be Salamanca, whose history dates back to Celtic times, very well-known for its ornate sandstone architecture. It was founded in the 12th century and was a key intellectual center in the 15th and 16th centuries. Here, our guide will guide you through the city’s most important sites, learning about their history and architectonic characteristics.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Transportation from the meeting point to Avila and Salamanca and back to Madrid
  • Guided Walking Tour in Salamanca
  • Guided Walking Tour in \’Avila
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Entrance to the Cathedral of Salamanca (not included in the private option)
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included in the private option)
Additional Information

Our journey kicks off from Madrid, heading towards Salamanca. Once there, you will have the chance to explore its cultural heritage, appreciating countless spots and elements. Our journey will commence in the heart of the city. The excursion envelops the historical details and interesting facts about the University of Salamanca, which played a significant role in Spain’s history.

In addition, we will explore the Cathedral. We’ll wrap up near the Plaza Mayor, where you’ll have the pleasure to enjoy their exceptional cuisine and famous `tapas´.

Next, we progresses to Ávila. As we reach this quintessential medieval city, the journey unfolds with a scenic view of the wall, followed by a visit to the San Vicente Sanctuary and Cathedral. Experience the captivating story of this unique metropolis, as we amble through old narrow lanes and marvel at magnificent Romanesque churches.

  • We recommend to wear comfortable shoes
  • We recommend to take sun cream, a hat and water, specially in summer
  • If you have reserved a private tour and you want to be picked up at your hotel please send us the hotel details
  • Infant seats must be requested in advance and are subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility
Location
Calle de Julio Camba
The guide will be waiting for you at the corner of Julio Camba Street with Alcalá Street with a sign of Amigo Tours. Metro station VENTAS. Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departs.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marisagc9369jq
Jul 27, 2024
Despite the heat the tour was good. We consider that Salamanca gives to do it a whole day because there are places q - Beautiful places and Irene our guide was excellent. A great experience. It seems to us that Salamanca could be a full-day excursion because there are places that we could not visit for reasons of time and schedule.
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Maria
Jul 27, 2024
A trip to Middle Ages - Stunning Avila and Salamanca. Highly recommended excursion. Our guide Irene a genius, very attentive to our needs and questions.
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Carolina
Jul 27, 2024
Perfect! - Irene was fantastic! I love your atitude, knowledge and kindness! Amazing. Sure I will do new activities with them! 🥰
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Carol_s
Jun 21, 2024
Great trip - Covered so much history. It was great. Both towns complemented each other. I would recommend. Our tour guide was great
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Anayansi_a
Jun 16, 2024
Amazing - Ines Lopez and Raul (driver) were polite and knew their job. They provided not only a safe environment for all, but also their knowledge about the places was really good. Highly recommended
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Adrian_m
May 24, 2024
Nice day trip! - Really loved the stop at Avila! Gorgeous walled village! Salamanca was quite interesting too! Will love to spend more time at Avila.
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Roam43866772824
May 4, 2024
Great tour Salamanca and Avila - Wonderful excursion, very enjoyable, the times and activities go well together. It is our second activity with Friends. I sincerely recommend it. My wife and I are more than satisfied. It was worth it. Guide Irene gave herself completely, her dedication was decisive for us having such a good time. Thank you!!! 🤩💪🏻🙌🏻🥰🇪🇸🇦🇷
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Culture20813618796
May 4, 2024
Tourism in Spain - Excellent tour, the guide Irene is very attentive, good knowledge of each city, punctual in arrival and departure Highly recommended
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Octavio
Apr 24, 2024
Commentary Tour Salamanca and Avila - Kind treatment by the tourist guide Irene, good explanation on the tour, everything went on time, thank you, greetings.
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Carolacastillo
May 18, 2024
Total irresponsibility. - Nobody showed up. They left me there waiting without any explanation. Then the guide Enrique said: there is no tour. What irresponsibility. It seems incredible to me that trip advisor works like this.
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