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From Madrid: Ávila & Salamanca Guided Tour with Wall & Cathedral

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On average, this is booked 14 (4) days in advance.
11 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover why this tour won the City Balloon Tours TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD 2025!

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.
If you choose the option with tickets, you 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. If you have sleected the option with tickets, you will end the tour by visiting the medieval wall, you will have the chance to go on the top and enjoy the views.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the Cathedral of Salamanca (if you choose the option)
  • Transportation from the meeting point to Avila and Salamanca and back to Madrid
  • Entrance to the Medieval Wall in Ávila (if you choose the option)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included in the private option)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calle del Mesón de Paños
15, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Salamanca (pass by)

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.
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Plaza Mayor (pass by)

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.
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Universidad de Salamanca (pass by)

It is the oldest university in the Hispanic world and the third oldest university in the entire world still in operation. The formal title of "University" was granted by King Alfonso X in 1254 and recognized by Pope Alexander IV in 1255.
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Casa de las Conchas (pass by)

The Casa de las Conchas in Salamanca is an old urban palace in the Gothic style with Plateresque elements.
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Plaza del Corrillo (pass by)

The Plaza del Corrillo is located in the historic center of the city of Salamanca, next to the Plaza Mayor from which it is accessed through the so-called Arco del Corrillo.
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Salamanca Cathedral

If you choose the option, you will visit the inside of the Cathedral of Salamanca, composed of two connected cathedrals: the Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral. The Old Cathedral, built between the 12th and 14th centuries, showcases Romanesque architecture, while the New Cathedral, constructed from the 16th to the 18th century, features a blend of Gothic and Baroque styles. These two cathedrals share a wall and are connected internally, creating a unique fusion of architectural styles. The Cathedral of Salamanca stands as a major historical and cultural landmark and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site designation for the city.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Avila (pass by)

The second destination is Ávila, famous for its intact medieval walls, with more than 80 semi-circular crenelated towers and 9 gates, including the arched El Alcázar. Our guide will also provide you with the best experience in the city, showing you the best landmarks of the city, while you learn in an enjoyable way.
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Catedral de Avila (pass by)

You will have some free time to visit the inside on your own. Please note that the opening times of the Cathedral may change depending of the time of the year
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Plaza Mercado Chico (pass by)

The Plaza del Mercado Chico, the main square of Ávila, is located in the center of the city, inside the walls. It is a rectangular square with arcades on three of its sides and opposite the church of San Juan Bautista, on the side without arcades.
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Las Murallas de Avila

If you choose the option, at the end of the tour in Ávila, you will visit the Walls of Ávila, completed between the 11th and 14th centuries, are the city of Ávila's principal historic feature. These fortifications are the most complete in all of Spain. We will have the chance to admire them and take pictures of the landscape.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Madrid: Ávila & Salamanca Guided Tour with Wall & Cathedral?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-228699AVILASALAMANCA

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197 reviews

Average 4.56 out of 5 stars based on 197 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Madrid: Ávila & Salamanca Guided Tour with Wall & Cathedral?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance to the Cathedral of Salamanca (if you choose the option).
  • Transportation from the meeting point to Avila and Salamanca and back to Madrid.
  • Entrance to the Medieval Wall in Ávila (if you choose the option).
  • Professional Guided Walking Tour in Salamanca & Avila.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included in the private option).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the From Madrid: Ávila & Salamanca Guided Tour with Wall & Cathedral is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Madrid: Ávila & Salamanca Guided Tour with Wall & Cathedral will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance to the Cathedral of Salamanca (if you choose the option)
  • Transportation from the meeting point to Avila and Salamanca and back to Madrid
  • Entrance to the Medieval Wall in Ávila (if you choose the option)
  • Professional Guided Walking Tour in Salamanca & Avila
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included in the private option)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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