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El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen

El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen

Price varies by group size

$150.00

Duration

1 day

Max People

50

Tour Type

Private

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Overview

El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen

Enjoy a pleasant half-day trip from Madrid that lets you visit two fascinating sites in one convenient outing. This private tour saves you the hassle of reaching the Valley of the Fallen on your own. You’ll have the flexibility to spend the perfect amount of time at each location, with hotel, train station, or airport pickup in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle, and drop-off at your preferred location at the end of the tour.

Included/Excluded

  • Anywhere in Madrid pick up & drop off
  • Personal English speaking gentleman for groups of 7 persons or less
  • Dedicated driver + English speaking guide for groups of 8 persons or more
  • No hidden fees – price includes comfortable and air-conditioned transportation, petrol, parking, toll roads, and all taxes
  • Complete flexibility including the start time, length of stay in each site, modification to our suggested itinerary, restaurant visit if wanted, etc
  • Chauffeured or fully-guided tours
  • Expert guides for all group sizes
  • See both sites in a half-day tour
  • Entrance fees to monuments and attractions (e.g., Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Pantheon of Kings, Valley of the Fallen basilica)
  • Lunch, drinks, or any personal meals
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities or experiences not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any fees for guided access inside restricted areas (if applicable)

Tour Plan

Pickup & Transfer from Madrid

  • Begin the day with pickup from your hotel, train station, or airport.
  • Travel comfortably in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.

Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

  • Visit the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo El Real, built by King Philip II.
  • Explore the Renaissance complex, which combines a palace and monastery.
  • Discover the Pantheon of Kings, the basilica, and the monastery’s impressive art collection.
  • Learn about Spain’s history as you tour this iconic site.

Valley of the Fallen (Valle de los Caídos)

  • Continue to the Valley of the Fallen, a monumental memorial for Spain’s civil war casualties.
  • Hear about its construction by thousands of political prisoners during General Franco’s dictatorship (1940–1959).
  • Explore the basilica (if open) and admire the dramatic valley landscape surrounding the monument, located 9.5 km (6 miles) north of El Escorial.

Return & Flexible Options

  • After the visits, return to your hotel, airport, or chosen drop-off point in the afternoon or evening.
  • Ask your guide for recommendations for dinner or evening activities.
  • This is a flexible, personalized tour, allowing you to control the pace and itinerary.

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