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Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid
(1078) Reviews
Centro
About
Explore the majestic Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and be captivated by its history and architecture. Accompanied by an expert guide, tour the Habsburg Palace and discover the secrets of the Spanish monarchy. Visit the Valley of the Fallen, with its underground basilica and impressive 152-meter cross that dominates the landscape of the Madrid mountains!
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off service (If option Private Tour selected)
Radio-guide system
Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Julià Travel Madrid
Next to Plaza Ramales
Return
Plaza de Oriente
Underground parking Plaza de Oriente, Level -2
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire.
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Julià Travel reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour itinerary without prior notice due to force majeure reasons.
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers per guide.
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In accordance with the regulations of the Valley of the Fallen, the guide will not be able to give explanations inside the basilica. All information will be given outside and the visit will be on your own.
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Patrimonio Nacional reserves the right to modify the itinerary and the access to some parts of its monuments.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid
(1078) Reviews
Centro
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About
Explore the majestic Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and be captivated by its history and architecture. Accompanied by an expert guide, tour the Habsburg Palace and discover the secrets of the Spanish monarchy. Visit the Valley of the Fallen, with its underground basilica and impressive 152-meter cross that dominates the landscape of the Madrid mountains!
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off service (If option Private Tour selected)
Radio-guide system
Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Julià Travel Madrid
Next to Plaza Ramales
Return
Plaza de Oriente
Underground parking Plaza de Oriente, Level -2
Itinerary
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Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Check in at our office in central Madrid 15 minutes in advance of your tour. Leave the city aboard one of our comfortable air-conditioned coaches.
Enjoy your visit through the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural ensemble declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Built in the 16th century, it is a symbol of the power of the government at the time. Accompanied by your guide, you will discover the most important areas of the monument. Of Renaissance style, you will marvel at the building symmetry as you walk along the site visiting the Habsburg’s Palace, the Chapter House, the Basilica and the remarkable library.
2 hours and 30 minutes
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Valley of the Fallen
Visit the Valley of the Fallen, get back on the bus for the short journey to the next destination. The Valley of the Fallen is located 9km away from El Escorial, in Sierra de Guadarrama. You will be able to see it from far away thanks to the monumental cross built above the site. The monument is an underground church built into the mountain. The same is topped by the World’s Largest Cross, which can be seen from miles away.
