On this half-day tour, guests will embark on an inspiring journey to explore two of Spain’s most iconic landmarks. They will meet their guide in Madrid and board a comfortable bus for the ride. The first stop is the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a 16th-century symbol of Spanish power, built to commemorate the Battle of St. Quentin. Here, participants will explore the Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter House, and the magnificent Basilica, with their guide sharing the rich history and architectural significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour then continues to the Valley of the Fallen, just 5.5 miles from El Escorial. This grand monument, built to honor those lost in the Spanish Civil War, features a towering 500-foot cross and a basilica carved into the mountain. Guests will admire the stunning natural surroundings and the basilica’s intricate interiors before returning to Madrid with unforgettable memories of the day.

Duration:
Approximately 5 hours.

Start Time:
8:30am.

Inclusions:
Airconditioned bus to/from meeting point, entrance to the Monastery, the Valley, and the Basilica, guide, sights as listed in the description. This is subject to change depending on the day of the tour.

Exclusions:
Transportation to/from the hotel, entrance to locations other than the Monastery, the Valley, and the Basilica, lunch, beverages, and gratuities.

Meeting point:
Julia Travel, San Nicolas Street, 15.

Ending point:
Plaza de Oriente Underground Parking Level 2.

Not Suitable For:
Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and strollers.

Important Information:

This tour is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays from April-October, and Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from November-March.

This tour does not operate on January 1, May 18, September 10, October 12, December 24, 25, and 31.

Wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended.

Please wear appropriate clothing based on the local weather conditions.

Photography and filming are prohibited inside the exhibitions (Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen).

Guided commentary is not be available inside the Valley of the Fallen. However, the guide will provide information about the exhibition outside before you enter.

Group size: Maximum 30 participants.

This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.