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Trip to El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen

Two historical sites from Madrid with a guide and transportation

Duración 5h 15min

Tipo de visita Excursions

Idiomas Spanish, English

Near Madrid, you will find these two monumental sites declared World Heritage and National Heritage, respectively, for their historical value. You will discover and understand the historical memory of Spain from two very distant eras through these two buildings.

On this excursion, you will visit El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen with an expert guide and transportation included. The first stop will be the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a palace complex commissioned by Philip II as a residence, church, and Royal Pantheon to demonstrate the power of the Spanish Empire to the world. With the help of the expert guide accompanying you, you will explore all the rooms of this vast monumental complex, including the Royal Pantheon, where all kings since Charles V are buried, the magnificent Royal Library, and the Basilica, the core of the complex.

The second stop of the tour will be the Valley of the Fallen, recently named Valle de Cuelgamuros. The imposing 150-meter Christian cross marks the entrance to this unique structure in honor of the victims of the Spanish Civil War. With the ticket, you can access the entire site and thanks to the guide, you will visit the interior of the basilica, a true architectural feat carved into the rock.

  • Discover El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen with transportation included from Madrid.
  • Don't miss any detail of both monuments thanks to the expert guide who will accompany you.
  • Visit these two key monuments for the history of Spain.

Incluido

  • Round-trip bus transportation to the meeting point.
  • Accompanying guide on the bus.
  • Admission and guided tour at the Escorial Monastery.
  • Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and a guided visit inside the Basilica.

 

Not Included

  • Any items not specified in the 'what includes' section.

 

Cancellation Policy

 

  • Free cancellation until 24 hours before the start of the tour.
  • If you cancel after that time, arrive late, or do not show up, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Near Madrid, you will find these two monumental sites declared World Heritage and National Heritage, respectively, for their historical value. You will discover and understand the historical memory of Spain from two very distant eras through these two buildings.

On this excursion, you will visit El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen with an expert guide and transportation included. The first stop will be the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a palace complex commissioned by Philip II as a residence, church, and Royal Pantheon to demonstrate the power of the Spanish Empire to the world. With the help of the expert guide accompanying you, you will explore all the rooms of this vast monumental complex, including the Royal Pantheon, where all kings since Charles V are buried, the magnificent Royal Library, and the Basilica, the core of the complex.

The second stop of the tour will be the Valley of the Fallen, recently named Valle de Cuelgamuros. The imposing 150-meter Christian cross marks the entrance to this unique structure in honor of the victims of the Spanish Civil War. With the ticket, you can access the entire site and thanks to the guide, you will visit the interior of the basilica, a true architectural feat carved into the rock.

  • Discover El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen with transportation included from Madrid.
  • Don't miss any detail of both monuments thanks to the expert guide who will accompany you.
  • Visit these two key monuments for the history of Spain.

Incluido

  • Round-trip bus transportation to the meeting point.
  • Accompanying guide on the bus.
  • Admission and guided tour at the Escorial Monastery.
  • Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and a guided visit inside the Basilica.

 

Not Included

  • Any items not specified in the 'what includes' section.

 

Cancellation Policy

 

  • Free cancellation until 24 hours before the start of the tour.
  • If you cancel after that time, arrive late, or do not show up, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Itinerario y Puntos de Encuentro

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Ferraz Street, 3, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid. Our buses are red.

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FAQs

  • What documentation do I need?

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    Bring your original ID card or passport if required by the venue, along with your booking.

  • What does the activity include?

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    Round-trip coach transportation to the meeting point. Escort guide on the bus. Entry and guided tour of the Royal Monastery of El Escorial. Entry to the Valley of the Fallen and guided visit inside the Basilica.

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  • How early should I arrive?

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    We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early to organize entry.

  • First time here?

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    Remember to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts. If you arrive late, joining the tour is not guaranteed and you will forfeit any refund. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Not accessible for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. The tour is bilingual, alternating between English and Spanish. On certain dates and due to high demand, a waitlist/request for availability may be used (this is shown at checkout). You will be informed within 72 hours whether places are available. For last‑minute bookings, responses are prioritized. The amount will be pre-authorized to ensure funds are available if your booking is confirmed.

FAQs

  • What documentation do I need?

    arrow

    Bring your original ID card or passport if required by the venue, along with your booking.

  • What does the activity include?

    arrow

    Round-trip coach transportation to the meeting point. Escort guide on the bus. Entry and guided tour of the Royal Monastery of El Escorial. Entry to the Valley of the Fallen and guided visit inside the Basilica.

  • arrow
  • arrow
  • How early should I arrive?

    arrow

    We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early to organize entry.

  • First time here?

    arrow

    Remember to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts. If you arrive late, joining the tour is not guaranteed and you will forfeit any refund. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Not accessible for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. The tour is bilingual, alternating between English and Spanish. On certain dates and due to high demand, a waitlist/request for availability may be used (this is shown at checkout). You will be informed within 72 hours whether places are available. For last‑minute bookings, responses are prioritized. The amount will be pre-authorized to ensure funds are available if your booking is confirmed.

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64.00€

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