Top Experiences in Valley of Cuelgamuros (Valley of the Fallen)

This tour of Portugal and Spain is one of the very best you can take anywhere in Europe! We’ll provide you with an amazing view of these two brother countries, from their foundation to present times. A central and north-facing tour that links Lisbon to Madrid, passing through the Douro Valley. We will visit many famous villages, towns and cities like, Sintra, Fatima, Coimbra, Aveiro, Porto, Salamanca, Avila, Toledo, Merida, Evora. Along the way, we will come across many castles, historical and walled-in medieval towns, the heritage of warriors past struggles and the tradition of gastronomy and wines. In Portugal, sites like the Pena Palace, Tower of Belem, the Bones chapel, the Douro Valley, will take your breath way. In Spain places like the Cathedral of Salamanca, the Escorial palace and the roman Aqueduct in Segovia, the walled-in medieval towns of Toledo and Avila. In Madrid, you will be able to witness the joy and dynamism of the local natives, during both day and night times.

During your stay in Madrid, you can not miss the opportunity of visiting two of the most important monuments located on the outskirts of Madrid. You will go to the Valley of the Fallen and the Monastery of El Escorial and get all the secrets behind them from your private guide.

Take the chance of knowing more about the recent and the old history of Spain with this complete tour, at the same time that you enjoy the surrounding countryside

Enjoy a private guided tour through the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural ensemble declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Built in the 15th century, it is a symbol of the power of the government at the time. Learn about the impressive Royal Mausoleum it contains and the story behind the 21 years it took to build the site.

Discover the evolution of the Spanish empire from its historic roots through to the modern era. Start your journey in Segovia, where you can bask in the city's beauty and its medieval ambiance. Here, you have the option to upgrade and sample one of the most traditional dishes of Spanish gastronomy - the "Cochinillo" (suckling pig) while enjoying the full menu.

Continuing on, your exploration leads you to the Monastery of El Escorial, offering insights into the unique Spanish traditions and history.
Finally, conclude your tour at the "Valle de los Caídos" (Valley of the Fallen), where you can uncover the Spain of the 20th century.
Travel to each location in the comfort of our luxury vans, accompanied by our expert guide. Immerse yourself in the fun and uniqueness of your experience on this Premium Small Group tour.

Have fun and feel unique in your experience on a Premium Small Group tour!

They will travel aboard the Mercedes V Minivan, the most luxurious minivan on the market. With up to 7 seats, it has reclining leather seats and double air conditioning.

On this private tour, once the pick-up point has been selected, we will first go to San Lorenzo de El Escorial, where you can enjoy the town and the beauty of its monastery. Next we will take a 15-minute trip to the Valley of the Fallen.

Enjoy this private day tour outside of Madrid including visits to the Monastery of the Escorial and Valley of the Fallen. You will travel in a private vehicle with a private chauffeur to ensure your guide´s full attention.

Once you are picked up at your accommodation, you will set off to a quick panoramic tour of Madrid until you reach your first stop: the Escorial Monastery.

It is also known as the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo El Real, built in the 16th century by King Phillip II and it now boasts a great European Art collection. You will also visit the Pantheon of Kings and Basilica.

After this, the tour will continue towards the Valley of the Fallen. It is very close from the Escorial Monastery and was built as a monument to the deceased of the Spanish Civil War.

You will then be transferred back to your accommodation.

This comprehensive 15 Day Private Tour will provide our guests with the most Northern and Central Portugal and Spain has to offer in terms of culture, history, monuments and sightseeing. Our knowledgeable certified driver-guides will escort and provide all the information about the different topics related to this spectacular tour. The pick up will be at place in Lisbon designated by the guest. This tour usually takes from 6 to 8 hours each day and transportation will be provided using highly comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicles with WiFi onboard and bottled waters.

This tour of Portugal and Spain is one of the very best you can take anywhere in Europe! We’ll provide you with an amazing view of these two countries, from their foundation to present times. A central and south-facing tour that links Lisbon to Madrid, passing through Andalusia. We will visit many famous villages, towns and cities like, Sintra, Evora, Seville, Cordoba, Granada, Toledo. Along the way, we will come across many castles, historical and walled-in medieval towns, the heritage of warriors past struggles and the tradition of gastronomy and wines. In Portugal, sites like the Pena Palace, Tower of Belem or the Bones chapel will take your breath way.
In Spain we’ll visit internationally recognized monuments and landscapes. The Andalusian region brings together some of the world’s most famous sights, such as the Cordoba Mosque, the Alhambra, the Plaza de Espana. In Madrid, you will be able to witness the joy and dynamism of the local natives, during both day and night times.

In this private tour discover the nearby areas of Madrid with us and enjoy a full day of history, culture and gastronomy. Your driver will pick up you from the hotel (or where you stay) and take you to discover the unique town of Escorial, where is located the Monastery and Valley of the Fallen. After this heading to Segovia to visit the Roman Aqueduct, see the impressive castle Alcazar and the old town with the Cathedral. In Segovia you can also have some time to have lunch the famous suckling pig or the sweet cake "ponche Segoviano" This is a unique tour you can not miss.

Marvel at the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Accompanied by a local guide, dive right into Spanish history. See the Hapsburg’s Palace, the Kings Mausoleum and the Basilica. Visit the Valley of the Fallen, an underground church topped with a 152-meter cross.

Enjoy this private day tour outside of Madrid including visits to the Monastery of the Escorial and Valley of the Fallen as well as Segovia.

You will travel in a private vehicle with a private chauffeur to ensure your guide´s full attention.

Once you are picked up at your accommodation, you will set off to a quick panoramic tour of Madrid until you reach your first stop: the Escorial Monastery.

It is also known as the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo El Real, built in the 16th century by King Phillip II and it now boasts a great European Art collection. You will also visit the Pantheon of Kings and Basilica.

After this, the tour will continue towards the Valley of the Fallen. It is very close from the Escorial Monastery and was built as a monument of the Spanish Civil War.

Then, the tour will continue towards Segovia. Upon arrival, have a quick bite to eat and then enjoy a 3 hour guided tour of Segovia. Alcazar tickets included.

After that, drop off at your hotel.

Take this 5-hour private tour of the UNESCO-listed El Escorial Monastery from Madrid.
Delve into the fascinating history of one of the King of Spain's official residences, with your expert guide.

Take this 5-hour tour of the UNESCO-listed El Escorial from Madrid. Delve into the fascinating history of the El Escorial Monastery, one of the King of Spain's official residences visiting its surroundings with your expert guide.

We are a group of professionals who like to do our work well and enjoy it. We do not offer the typical visits that everyone always offers, all our services are personalized, we adapt to the client's needs and we always look for the best options to make the most of the time and enjoy the best experience that anyone can take home. Do not wait for the same route that everybody does, it's not our style. In this tour your host will take you to see and explain the most important areas of Madrid city, there will be some stops in the best locations to take some photos, after the panoramic tour you will be taken to San Lorenzo del Escorial and the old town and visit the Valley of the Fallen before return to Madrid. The bookings are not automatic confirmed because we want to make sure the right person assigned to your visit is available (language, experience, vehicle...) So please allow a few hours to have your booking confirmed or see if we can offer a alternative date.

On this excursion we will visit the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural heritage site of the Humanity, and the Basilica of the Valle de los Caídos, a monument that stands out for its gigantic size.

5 hour direct tour to the Valle de los Caídos with its basilica excavated in the Sierra de Madrid and discover the grandeur of the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site and symbol of Spanish supremacy of the sixteenth century.

Pay less and get more on this Madrid Super Saver tour, which combines a visit to El Escorial Monastery with a half-day tour of Toledo. Spend the morning at El Escorial monastery and the Valley of the Fallen monument, erected in memory of the millions who died in the Spanish Civil War. Gain insights from your guide, who will accompany you all day, into the significance of these landmarks, which reflect the Spanish monarchy, church and 20th-century conflict. In the afternoon, you’ll travel to Toledo, Spain's medieval capital and a treasure trove of architecture and El Greco art. The best part? By combining these two half-day tours, you’ll enjoy a 10% discount compared to purchasing the tours separately.

Enjoy on this private tour of two special places in the mountains near Madrid city. They are 'El Escorial' and 'El Valle de los Caídos' (the Valley of the Fallen). Don’t miss the opportunity to have a fascinating time with lots of things to see and experience.

Visit with us this beautiful village of Madrid, El Escorial. One of the most popular places in our country; you will admire the outside of the monastery with a guide. Walking tour around the town.
The next stop will be the Valley of the Fallen, a monumental memorial in the municipality of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, erected at Cuelgamuros Valley in the Sierra de Guadarrama, near Madrid.

Enjoy this private day tour outside of Madrid including visits to the Monastery of the Escorial and Valley of the Fallen. You will travel in a private vehicle with a private chauffeur to ensure your guide´s full attention.

This private tour will begin from your hotel in Madrid. Then head towards the Escorial and Valley of the Fallen.

Your tour guide will be at your disposal during the whole duration of the tour.

Driving time is around 1 hour each way, then 2 hours at the Escorial and 1 hour at the Valley of the Fallen.

Visit the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in the morning and have an afternoon tour in Segovia. All accompanied by our expert guide. Tickets included!!

This activity is a combination of two half day tours including a break stop in Madrid at lunch time.

 

Tour with transport from Madrid to San Lorenzo de El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen (currently Valle de Cuelgamuros) to visit the majestic Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, as well as the monumental complex from the Valley of the Fallen located a few kilometers away, in another beautiful enclave of the Madrid mountains.

***Important: The Valley of the Fallen will remain closed to the public from April 21 to May 2, 2023***.

During these days, the visit to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the subsequent visit to the city of San Lorenzo de El Escorial will be reinforced in content and duration.