El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen
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Highlights
The Royal Monastery of El Escorial is an architectural complex built in the 16th century. It is a must see to visit the Habsburg Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Kings and Princes and the Basilica. All built in the Renaissance style.
The Valley of the Fallen was built to commemorate the fighters who died during the Spanish Civil War. The Basílica de la Santa Cruz del Valle de los Caídos is carved into the mountain.
Check in at our office in central Madrid fifteen minutes before the departure of your tour. Board one of our air-conditioned buses with a local guide.
Enjoy a visit to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural complex declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Built in the 15th century, it is a symbol of the power of the crown at that time. Upon arrival, your guide will offer you an explanation from the outside and then you can visit at your leisure. In Renaissance style, the symmetry of the building will amaze you. You can visit the Habsburg Palace, the Chapter House, the Basilica and the extraordinary library.
At the end of the tour, board the bus again for a short transfer to the Valley of the Fallen. The site is located 9 km from El Escorial, in the Sierra de Guadarrama. You will be able to see it from afar thanks to the monumental cross built on the site. The monument is an underground basilica built into the mountain. It is crowned by the largest cross in the world, visible from kilometers away.
What is included?
- Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
- Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
- Air conditioned motor coach.
- Bilingual Official guide
- Individual radio-guided system
What is not included?
- Lunch, beverages or other services not specified above.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What is there to know?
* The visit takes place entirely on foot.
* Tour duration includes transportation.
* The Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen reminds visitors that photography or filming is not permitted inside the buildings
* The Tour Operator reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour itinerary without notice due to force majeure
Meeting point
This tour starts from the Julià Travel office on Calle San Nicolás, 15 (corner of Plaza Ramales) and ends in Plaza de Oriente.
* Print the voucher and give it to the guide when booking the tour. Electronic vouchers are accepted.
* Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. Failure to show up at the scheduled check-in time may result in the loss of the tour.
Cancellation policies
A 100% penalty applies in the event of cancellation 24 hours or less before the travel date or in the event of a no-show.
To cancel your reservation without penalty you must contact us at least 24 hours in advance.
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