Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour
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About This Tour in Madrid
Why Visit Madrid?
Madrid is Spain's vibrant capital, known for world-class art museums, royal palaces, and lively plazas. Explore the Prado Museum, visit the Royal Palace, and experience the vibrant food scene. Madrid offers rich culture, beautiful parks, and an energetic atmosphere.
Getting to Madrid
The easiest way to reach Madrid is by flying into Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Madrid easily accessible by rail as well.
What's Included
- Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
- Admission to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
- Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
- From 16/03/2026: admission to the Cathedral of Toledo
- Until 15/03/2026: admission to the Church of Santo Tomé and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca
- Guided tour operated in both Spanish and English by official local guide
- Individual adio guide system
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
- The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
- Please, note that guiding inside the Basilica of the Valley is not allowed
- Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire
- Not recommended for people with walking difficulties or reduced mobility, as the interior of the monument has a large number of stairs and full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to its architectural features.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
WeJulià Travel Office
End Point
Underground bus park, Level -2
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
We will start our visit at El Escorial,... 2 hours 30 minutes
We will start our visit at El Escorial, symbol of the Spanish power in the XVI century that commemorates the battle of St. Quentin. It is also mausoleum for Charles V. Due to the symmetry and balance of its construction, according to the humanist Renaissance style, for years it had been considered for years the eighth wonder of the world. The visit includes the Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter House and the Basilica.
Located 9 km away from El Escorial, this... 2 hours 30 minutes
Located 9 km away from El Escorial, this enormous monument was built between 1940 and 1959 to honor the fallen during the Spanish Civil War. The basilica is carved into the mountain at 1350 meters of altitude, where an impressive 150 meters high cross places itself over the magnificent landscape of Madrid’s mountain range.
Regístrate en nuestra oficina en el centro de... 5 hours
Regístrate en nuestra oficina en el centro de Madrid quince minutos antes de la salida de tu tour y dirígete a Toledo con tu guía local. Sigue a tu guía local en un recorrido a pie por la ciudad histórica de Toledo, ciudad Patrimonio Mundial de la Humanidad desde 1986. Una vez capital de España, es una mezcla espectacular de culturas árabe, judía y cristiana. Conoce su fantástico patrimonio y descubre cómo la coexistencia de culturas a través de los siglos influyó en su estilo arquitectónico actual. Admira el edificio patrocinado por la Reina Isabel de Castilla para convertirse en un mausoleo real, la construcción más importante edificada por los Reyes Católicos, el Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
