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EL ESCORIAL, VALLE DE LOS CAÍDOS AND SEGOVIA

NEW EXPERIENCE

Duration: 11 hours

Overview

Travel Through Spanish History

Travel through Spanish history with our multi-destination tour to El Escorial, Valle de los Caídos (Valley of the Fallen) and Segovia in one unforgettable day. Explore the city that best encapsulates the ideological and cultural aspirations of Spain's ‘Golden Age’, then travel to the spectacular Valley of Spain that recognises, commemorates and remembers the country's political history during the 20th century. Conclude your tour in the ancient Roman city of Segovia to see in person the ancient Roman aqueduct and its fairy-tale Alcazar that inspired Walt Disney's mythical fairy tales.

INCLUDES:

✅ A bottle/thermal flask as a gift (On purchases over 100€ and with personal delivery in our VISITOR CENTRE - SAN BERNARDO 5)

✅ Live guides (English and Spanish)

✅ Transport (Madrid > El Escorial > Valle de los Caídos (Cuelgamuros Valley) > Segovia > Madrid)

✅ Live guided walking tour of El Escorial

✅ Option of entrance + guided tour in Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial

✅ Live guided walking tour of Valle de los Caídos with entrance + guided visit in the basilica

✅ Live guided walking tour of Segovia

✅ Option of entrance ticket + guided visit in Alcázar of Segovia

✅ Free time to explore Segovia

ITINERARY:

🟡 Starting/pick-up point from Madrid

🟡 Bus transport to El Escorial (45 min approx.)

🟡 El Escorial - Guided walking tour (40 min approx.) + guided tour in Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial (45 min approx.)

🟡 Transport by bus to the Valley of the Fallen (Valle de Cuelgamuros) (20 min approx.)

🟡 Valley of the Fallen - Guided walking tour (15 min approx.) + guided tour in basilica (45 min approx.)

🟡 Transport by bus to Segovia (40 min approx.)

🟡 Segovia - Guided walking tour (60 min approx.) + guided visit in Alcázar of Segovia (30 min approx.)

🟡 Free time to explore Segovia

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

🔴 Commentary is conducted simultaneously in English and Spanish.

🔴 Tour duration includes travel to and from the destination.

🔴 Not wheelchair accessible.

🔴 Only service animals are allowed.

🔴 Stroller storage available, but you will need to take it with you once we arrive at the different destinations.

Important information

What is the meeting point?

We offer 1 departure every day from the VISITOR CENTRE - SAN BERNARDO 5 located in Gran Vía. Departure at 9:00 am and arrival in Madrid at 8:00 pm (20:00 h). (SAN BERNARDO 5 - VISITOR CENTRE) ➡https://goo.gl/maps/wNZGfRroDfvyy4z18

What is the ending point?

The ending point will be the same as the start meeting point.

How far in advance should I arrive at the meeting point?

You must be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time of the experience, queuing in an orderly fashion, so that the staff can check in your booking and you can board the bus.

What are the timetables?

This experience takes place on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

How long does the experience last?

The whole experience lasts approximately 11 hours, which may vary depending on the traffic on the road.

What time do you return to Madrid?

Returns are at 19:00.

Where is the information point located?

We remind you that you can visit us personally at our VISITOR CENTRE - SAN BERNARDO 5, in the heart of Gran Vía in Madrid, if you need information and local tips on how to enjoy the city as a local and not as just another tourist. Our staff will be happy to welcome you comfortably, in our receptive space for visitors, and help you with all your doubts regarding: local and personalised information about the city, tourist maps, buying souvenirs of Madrid, selling tickets for local tours and excursions to surrounding UNESCO World Heritage cities and everything you need to make you feel at home.
📍VISITOR CENTRE - SAN BERNARDO 5:
https://goo.gl/maps/wNZGfRroDfvyy4z18

Highlights

More information

Do you want to experience your trip in Spain as a local or as a tourist? Let us be your hosts and come with us to discover the UNESCO World Heritage destinations of El Escorial, Valle de los Caídos (Valle de Cuelgamuros) and Segovia, from Madrid in a comfortable vip class bus, accompanied by a live local guide who will guide you through the main tourist attractions of each city. All this in a bilingual format (Spanish + English) and with a programme of contents full of anecdotes and local curiosities that you won't find in traditional travel guides.