Day Trips / El Escorial, Valley & Segovia

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El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen & Segovia

Three jewels of Spanish heritage in a single day

Duration

10 horas

Departure

Central Madrid

Languages

EN · ES

Price

from 69€

About this tour

Escape Madrid and discover three of Spain's most impressive places on an unforgettable full-day excursion. Explore the Monastery of El Escorial, a symbol of the Spanish monarchy's power; step into history at the imposing Valley of the Fallen; and fall for Segovia, home to the iconic Roman Aqueduct and the fairytale Alcázar.

Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites and enjoy an experience that blends history, architecture, culture and unforgettable landscapes, all in one day with comfortable transport included.

Why you'll love it

  • Three monumental jewels in a single day
  • An official guide who's an expert in history and culture
  • High cultural value paired with unforgettable landscapes
  • The return point is the same as the meeting point, so it's easy to plan

What you'll see

Monastery of El Escorial

Philip II's Renaissance masterpiece: the basilica, the library, the Bourbon Palace and the Pantheon of the Kings.

Valley of the Fallen

A monumental site with a 150-metre cross and a basilica carved into the mountainside.

Segovia · Roman Aqueduct

One of the most striking feats of engineering left by the Roman Empire, still standing after 2,000 years.

Segovia · Alcázar

The fairytale fortress said to have inspired Disney's castles.

Segovia · Cathedral

The 'Lady of the Cathedrals', a late Gothic gem.

Local gastronomy

Segovia's famous roast suckling pig (cochinillo) and its charming medieval old town.

Free gift included

A free walking tour of Madrid, on us

Book your day trip and we'll treat you to a free walking tour through the heart of Madrid with our local guides.

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Included

  • Round-trip transport (Madrid, El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen and Segovia)
  • Live guides in English and Spanish
  • Guided walking tour at every stop
  • Optional guided entry to the Monastery of El Escorial
  • Optional guided entry to the basilica at the Valley of the Fallen
  • Optional guided entry to the Alcázar of Segovia
  • Free time to explore Segovia at your own pace
  • Complimentary thermal bottle on purchases over 100 EUR

Not included

  • Entrance fees to monuments not listed as included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Departure point

The tour departs at 9:00 from our Visitor Centre at Calle de San Bernardo 5 (Gran Vía), Madrid. The ending point is the same as the meeting point, with a return to Madrid around 19:00.

Practical info

Total duration: approx. 10 hoursDeparture at 9:00 from the Visitor Centre (San Bernardo 5), return around 19:00Departures: Tuesdays, Thursdays and SaturdaysOptional guided entry to the Monastery, the basilica and the AlcázarLanguages: English and SpanishWear comfortable walking shoesNot wheelchair accessible; service animals welcome