Spain + Madrid + Plaza Mayor of Segovia + Ancient Walls of Ávila one-day tour

ItineraryVisit two of Spain's oldest cities: Ávila and Segovia on a one-day tour from Madrid. Explore the rich history of these UNESCO World Heritage cities on a guide. Admire Ávila's walls, cathedral, and Basilica de San Vicente. Then continue to Segovia's Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and Alcázar fortress. Just an hour's drive from Madrid, you'll reach Ávila. Admire the stunning 11th-century walls surrounding the city. These fortifications are the most complete in Spain. Next, visit the interior of the Cathedral of San Vicente to see some of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in the country. Pass by the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral. Next stop, visit the Convent of Santa Teresa of Jesus, built in the 17th century by the Discalced Carmelites and said to be where Saint Teresa of Avila was born. After visiting Ávila, enjoy free Activity time to enjoy wine, beer, soft drinks and aperitifs, or continue to explore the city on your own. Regroup at 2 PM to head to the city of Segovia. Start your trip to Segovia by visiting the Roman aqueduct, the main symbol of Segovia, which is featured on the city's coat of arms. Pass by Casa de los Picos, Plaza Juan Bravo and Plaza Mayor. Arrive at the Cathedral dedicated to Our Lady of the Assumption and San Frutos. Enter to see its size, elegance, and blend of late Gothic and Renaissance features, and learn why it is called the Cathedral of Our female. Finally, enter the Alcázar of Segovia, a medieval castle located on a rocky cliff at the confluence of two rivers near the Sierra de Guadarrama. Witness one of the most unique castle-palaces in Spain, shaped like the bow of a ship. After the visit, start the return journey back to Madrid on a comfortable bus. Experience Tour Departure location: Fun and Tickets / San Bernardo, 7Ávila (guided tour)Walls of AvilaSt. Vincent's BasilicaAvila CathedralRest, free time Segovia (guided tour)Aqueduct of SegoviaPlaza Mayor, SegoviaSegovia CathedralAlcazar of SegoviaBack to: Fun and Tickets / San Bernardo, 7 What's included• Transportation by air-conditioned bus • Onboard wireless network • Official Guide • Visit Ávila and Segovia with a radio guide and headphones • admission ticket to the Cathedral of San Vicente in Ávila • admission ticket for Segovia Cathedral • admission ticket for Alcazar of Segovia • Church of St. Theresa of Jesus • 1 glass of aperitif • 1 drink ImportantBe careful to bring • Comfortable shoes • Weather-appropriate Clothes & Accessories