Avila and Salamanca Tour from Madrid
Overview
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11 hours
Mobile ticket
We will start the tour leaving Madrid on the way to Salamanca. Once there, you will have the opportunity to discover its patrimonial legacy with its innumerable corners and details. We will start in the center of the city. The tour includes the history and curiosities of the University of Salamanca, which was of great importance in the history of Spain.
We will also visit the Cathedral. We will finish in the surroundings of the Plaza Mayor, where you will have time to taste its fantastic gastronomy and savor its iconic `tapas´.
Then, we will leave for Ávila. Once in the quintessential medieval city, the tour will begin with a view of the wall, and we will pass by the San Vicente Sanctuary and the Cathedral. We will learn about the history of this unique city as we stroll through ancient alleyways and admire impressive Romanesque churches.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
It is mandatory that children under 11 years old seat on a baby car seat. Amigo Tours can not provide it. Please bring your own baby car seat.
Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided Walking Tour in Ávila
Guided Walking Tour in Salamanca
Professional guide
Transportation from the meeting point to Avila and Salamanca and back to Madrid
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to the Cathedral of Salamanca (not included in the private option)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included in the private option)
What To Expect
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.
Plaza Mayor
The front of the plaza, showing the clock tower in the background and social gatherings in the front. Is a large plaza located in the center of Salamanca, used as a public square. It was built in the traditional Spanish baroque style and is a popular gathering area. Our guide will explain us here about the history on this square.
Options
Avila and Salamanca
Regular Tour: This tour departs from Madrid to visit Ávila and Salamanca, the group will have a maximum of 30 persons.
Private Tour
Optional Pick up: If you are located in the city center we can pick you up at your Hotel. Please send us the details
Reviews
227 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We couldn't go to...
Adriana C,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
1.00We could not go to any excursion booking it 3 months before, because I was informed by the mail that there were no buses for the 21st of June 2025 that I chose another day that they offered me via friends Aviatur on the 20th of June we decided to accept and already when we went to the meeting site they put me an email saying that the next day was our Excursion or June 21st so it was before the date and after the date. In conclusion there was no Excursion for me and my family. I'll never really book at that agency.
Excellent tour of Salamanca and avila
Cormac R,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00While in Madrid, I was looking at visiting Salamanca, and I researched the train timetables. I found that getting there directly by train was not easy, and there weren’t that many trains. Booking this trip was a very good alternative. I had a guide that brought a group to see Salamanca, and as a bonus, I also got to see Ávila. In Salamanca, we were given a tour of some of the important sights in Salamanca, and we were also given information on where we could buy lunch. The cathedral in Salamanca was included, and this was the most important thing to see, so I was glad it was included. If you want, you can also climb the tower for a panoramic view of Salamanca. This is not included, but the cost is very low. After Salamanca we were given a tour of Ávila, and as a bonus, we had a free tasting of some of the local sweet treats made there. We were given free time to explore Ávila and a meeting time. The streets inside the city walls of Ávila can be a bit of a maze, so it is important to not get lost inside the walls while the meeting time to get back to Madrid approaches.
Great opportunity
Anthony B,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Both cities were amazing. It was great having a tour that went to both cities. Like many tours similar to this it would have been perfect to have 1 more hour in each place. Ignacio was a great tour guide.
Great tour.
Homero G,
Mar 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience The bus was on time and having the opportunity to visit both UNESCO Heritage cities in the same day was great.
Two towns in one day
Rosemarie D,
Feb 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Everything was planned to the finest detail. I just wish I had more time in Salamanca - maybe an option would be to have a trip with just Salamanca.
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