El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Tour from Madrid

5 hours
English - Spanish
Free cancellation if canceled at least 1 day before the start of the experience. 0 % of the reservation will be refunded if canceled 1 day or less before the start of the experience.

Description

Just a short distance from Madrid, this tour explores two sites closely linked to Spain’s history: the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen. Both stand out for their monumental scale and historical relevance, set within the landscapes of the Madrid mountains.

The experience begins on Calle Ferraz, where you will board a coach towards San Lorenzo de El Escorial. On arrival, you will enter the monastery, commissioned by Philip II in the 16th century. During the guided visit, you will walk through key areas such as the Royal Palace, the Pantheon of Kings and Princes, the Chapter Rooms and the Cloister of the Four Evangelists, all reflecting the political and religious importance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The journey then continues to the Valley of the Fallen, located just a few minutes away by coach. Here, you will see the imposing cross rising over 150 metres high and access the basilica carved into the rock, a unique structure integrated into the mountain. The visit also offers open views across the surrounding natural landscape.

After the visit, the return to Madrid concludes a route that brings together architecture, history and scenery, leaving a lasting impression beyond the experience itself.


What should you know before you go?

  • Approximate duration: 5 hours
  • Available languages: English and Spanish
  • Departure from VPT Tours offices (Calle Ferraz 3, Madrid)
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before departure
  • No hotel pick-up or drop-off included
  • Not wheelchair accessible

What to bring?

  • Comfortable footwear
  • Appropriate clothing depending on the season
  • Sun protection in warmer months

Escorial & Valley (R2000)

Infant (0 - 5)
0

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 people

Escorial & Valley (R2000)

Child (6 - 15)
55

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 people

Escorial & Valley (R2000)

Senior
60

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 people

Escorial & Valley (R2000)

Adulto
66

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 people

  • Round-trip transport by coach
  • Bilingual official guide (English and Spanish)
  • Entrance to El Escorial Monastery with guided visit
  • Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen Basilica

  • VPT Tours Office
  • San Lorenzo de El Escorial
  • Valle de Los Caidos

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