El Escorial & Basilica of the Valley 5-Hour Guided Tour Bilingual Tour, English Preferred
ID: GYG1573-1573
Category:
Sight Seeing
Country: Spain
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Experience the grandeur of the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site and a symbol of 16th-century Spanish power. Visit the Basilica of the Valley of the Fallen, carved into the mountain in the Sierra de Madrid, and marvel at the views.
After meeting with your guide, get away from the bustle of the city on a comfortable air-conditioned coach. At the first stop, enjoy a guided tour through the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural ensemble declared World Heritage site by UNESCO.
Built in the 15th century, it is a symbol of the power of the government at the time. Learn about the impressive Royal Mausoleum and the story behind the 21 years of construction time. Marvel at the symmetry of the Renaissance style building. Listen to your guide's commentaries as you explore the Habsburg’s Palace, the Chapter House, the Basilica, and the remarkable library.
Then, board your bus again for a short drive to the Valley of the Fallen. The site is located 9 kilometers away from El Escorial, in Sierra de Guadarrama. This enormous monument, built between 1940 and 1959, is carved into the mountain, 1,350 meters up. An impressive 150-meter-high cross stands over the magnificent nature reserve of Madrid’s mountain range, which can be seen from miles away.
Highlights
- Visit the Monastery of El Escorial and tour the Habsburgs Palace
- See the Kings and Princes Mausoleum
- Marvel at the enormous Basilica of the Valley of the Fallen
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Comfortable shoes are recommended.
• The duration of the tour includes round-trip transfers.
• It is kindly requested that visitors do not take photos or film inside the exhibitions.
• Please note that the itinerary is subject to change.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Tours depart from the local partner's office at C/ San Nicolás 15 (next to Plaza de Ramales).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
