Escorial and Valley of the Fallen 5h Tour
Take a tour through Madrid's history and enjoy the sights of the city. Save on admission and visit more top attractions with one of our sightseeing passes.
Overview
Enjoy this combo package featuring two half-day activities: visit El Escorial and Valle de los Caídos in the morning, followed by Segovia in the afternoon. You'll depart from Madrid at 8:45 AM in a comfortable bus with an official guide, heading to the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During the journey, your guide will introduce you to the history and context of the monastery, built in the 16th century by Philip II. Upon arrival, you'll take a guided tour through various areas of the complex, including the Royal Palace, Basilica, and Pantheon of Kings. You'll admire the austere and grandiose architecture of the monastery, as well as its impressive artworks, including paintings by El Greco and Titian.
After visiting El Escorial, you'll head to Valle de los Caídos (Valley of the Fallen), a monumental complex built in the Madrid mountains to commemorate those who fell during the Spanish Civil War. You'll visit the Basilica, an impressive structure carved into the rock, and the outdoor esplanade featuring a massive 150-meter-high cross.
You'll then return to Madrid for free time to have lunch on your own before departing for Segovia at 3PM. Once in Segovia, enjoy a walking tour of the historic center. You'll stroll through its cobblestone streets, admiring from the outside monuments such as the Roman Aqueduct, Casa de los Picos, San Martín Church, the Gothic Cathedral, and of course, the Alcázar, a former fortified residence of Spanish royalty.
Facts
Inclusions
Visit the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial.
Enjoy spectacular views from the Valley of the Fallen.
Available in English and Spanish only.
Bus transportation included
Getting In
Show your pass to the tour guide on arrival.
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Opening Hours
Tour departs 08:45AM (duration 11 hours)
April – October 31st: Tuesday to Sunday
November – March 31st: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Closing Hours
Mondays
National holidays.
Please note the Madrid Marathon on 27th April will cause changes to the regular schedule, please check specific details with VPT when you book your experience by emailing vptterminal@vpttours.com
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