El Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid

Your half-day tour begins in central Madrid in the morning. Following the journey from the capital, embark on a tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, considered a striking symbol of 16th-century Spanish power.

Inside the basilica, admire religious relics and a Baroque dome. See the marble tomb of Charles V and the final resting place of Isabella of Portugal before exploring the Pantheon of Kings and the Weapons Room.

Then, continue to the Valley of the Fallen, home to a colossal granite cross and a basilica carved into the mountain’s side. Learn about the effects of the Spanish Civil War and descend to a vaulted crypt.

Your tour concludes with drop-off at your original departure point in the afternoon.

• Eliminate the hassle of car hire or public transportation
• Ideal for history buffs and first-time visitors to Madrid
• Morning tour leaves the rest of the afternoon free for sightseeing 

If you’re a history buff, no visit to Madrid is complete without ticking off the UNESCO-listed El Escorial. This hassle-free tour makes visiting the monument easy, and includes access to the Valley of the Fallen (Valle de los Caidos). Exploring with a guide means you’ll hear insider commentary, while an early morning departure leaves you time for more sightseeing afterward.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
Operated by a bilingual guide in Spanish and English
Please keep in mind that the excursion includes several visits on foot, comfortable shoes are recommended.
The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen Basilic visitors are kindlyrequested to respect the instructions of the Security: Photography and filming are not permitted inside the exhibitions.
Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers