Madrid: Half-Day Trip to Avila with a Local

Madrid: Half-Day Trip to Avila with a Local

Name: Madrid: Half-Day Trip to Avila with a Local
Address: Spain

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Discover the medieval town of Avila on a private day trip from Madrid. Explore the town's top attractions, including the Walls of Avila and the Cathedral.

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Highlights

Discover the medieval town of Avila on a private day trip from Madrid
Explore the town's top attractions, including the Walls of Avila and the Cathedral
Take in the views of the town and surrounding area from the Four Posts
Visit the Basilica de San Vicente and the Santo Tomas Royal Monastery
Enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to suit your interests

Description

Discover the historic town of Ávila on a private day trip from Madrid. Explore the town's medieval walls, visit the Cathedral, and see the Basilica de San Vicente. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Madrid. Meet your driver and discuss the route for the day. Drive to Ávila, the highest provincial capital in Spain, situated more than 1 km above sea level. Upon arrival, see the Walls of Ávila, which were built in the Middle Ages and are one of the most complete in the whole country. Admire the huge size and precise shapes of the fortifications. Head to the Ávila Cathedral, a Catholic church that is an architectural masterpiece. Be impressed by the detailed facades and the gothic shapes. It represents the Gothic and Romanesque architectural styles and is among the oldest ones in Spain. Visit the Santo Tomas Royal Monastery, which has three magnificent cloisters (Noviciado, Silencio, and Reyes), the latter being the largest of the three. The Reyes cloister is also a home for the Oriental Art Museum. See one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the country, the Basilica de San Vicente. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the town and the surrounding area from the small hill with The Four Posts.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off All taxes, fees and handling charges Well-maintained car with an English-speaking driver Free Wi-Fi on-board Fuel and tolls Water and snacks

Important Information

Please know that all Welcome Sightseeing Rides are totally customizable and private. Together with your knowledgeable driver/local guide, you can select the points of the visit and the time you want to allocate in each stop. There is always a suggested itinerary to follow but you are free to edit the route according to your preferences. Rest assured you will have a great and memorable experience. Please be outside the pickup location waiting for your driver. He will be outside waiting holding a sign with your name on it.