Avila and Salamanca : Magic and Small Group History from Madrid

Name: Avila and Salamanca : Magic and Small Group History from Madrid
Brand: Viator
Price: 177.1 USD
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4.6(65)10 HoursPortuguese, Chinese, English, SpanishMadrid

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It’s not just any tour, it’s an experience designed for you. No crowded buses or following a cold audio guide. Here we will be maximum 8 people, sharing the trip as if we were old friends, with time to enjoy, ask and live every moment without hurry.

In Salamanca you will be speechless in front of its majestic cathedral and feel the magic of its streets full of university life, where thousands of young people from the world pursue their dreams in the oldest university in Europe.

In Avila you will see its impressive walls and enter the Convent of Santa Teresa de Jesus, a place full of spirituality and mystery. You will transport yourself to medieval times, reviving the strength of a people that was never defeated.

At the end of the day you will not only have visited two unique cities, you will have experienced something that few travelers experience : an intimate, authentic journey full of unforgettable moments.

✨ Book now and come enjoy the Spain you always dreamed of!

Included

Entrance Convent Santa Teresa de Avila
Cathedral entrance of Salamanca
We will supply you with water so that you are always hydrated throughout the journey.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance university of Salamanca
We will include a coffee, tea or wine on one of the terraces of Avila

Not included

Tip
Lunch
Pick-up from the hotel

What you'll do

We'll meet at O'Donnell's Gate with all the members of the group
From there we will start our journey to Salamanca
1h 30m
Salamanca
Salamanca, Spain
Arrival in Salamanca - 10 : 45
We will start exploring Salamanca with a visit to its majestic Cathedral, an arc
hitectural complex that merges the New and Old Cathedral, taking us through Romanesque and Gothic art
1 hourAdmission included
Ciudad Vieja de Salamanca
Plaza Mayor 32, Salamanca, Spain
Walking tour: We will tour the interior of the ancient city of Salamanca
30 min
Cielo de Salamanca
Patio de Escuelas, Escuelas Menores de la Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
We will visit the Sky of Salamanca, an impressive mural painting located in the minor schools of the University of Salamanca. This mural, made by Fernando Gallego in the 15th century, represents a vision of the firmament with constellations, shows us signs of the zodiac and mythological figures. Its Gothic style and astronomical precision reflect the scientific knowledge of the time. Although it originally covered the entire vault, only part of it remains today. The intense colors and expressiveness of the figures captivate the viewer. It is considered a jewel of Renaissance art and science. The mural evokes the union between celestial knowledge and human knowledge. Visiting it is like traveling to the universe from the heart of Salamanca.
1 hourAdmission included
Ciudad Vieja de Salamanca
Plaza Mayor 32, Salamanca, Spain
We will tour the city for lunch, pause at a local restaurant where we will enjoy typical dishes such as hornazo, chanfaina or grilled meats.
1h 30m
Avila
Avila, Spain
Arrival in Avila - 3:30 pm
Casco Historico de Avila
Avila, Spain
We will tour the city of Avila where we will know its medieval walls, not for something it is the best preserved fortification in the world. Throughout the tour, we will discover the history of Ávila and its heritage value.
30 min
Convento de Santa Teresa
Pl. la Santa, No 2, Carmelitas Descalzos, Avila, Spain
They will visit the Convent of Santa Teresa, built on the saint's birthplace. A place full of spirituality, with Baroque church, locket and memories of her life, inviting you to discover Teresa’s deep footprint in Avila.
1 hourAdmission included
To finish our visit, we will visit the Avila stop, where we will enjoy a coffee or drink before returning to Madrid
30 minAdmission included
Departure to Madrid
We'll drop them off at the same place we picked them up.
1h 30m

Meeting and pickup

6 locations

Pickup details

It's right on the corner of Menendez Pelayo Avenue and O'Donnell Street. At the entrance to Retiro Park. Public transport: Metro: Lines 2 and 9. Prince of Vergara Station (150 meters) Bus: 15, 20, 29, 52, 146 and 152

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Important note: we only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers over 21 years of age. Guests under 21 years of age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.

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