Escape from Madrid and into the surrounding countryside to discover a 16th-century symbol of Spanish power: El Escorial.
Explore this vast complex where you will visit a variety of areas, including :
- Palacio de los Austrias (Palace of the Austrians)
- The Pantheon of the Kings and Infants (currently this monument is not included in the visit)
- The Chapter Halls
- The Architectural Room
- The Weapons Room
- The Library
- The Basilica
- and more!
You will then set off in the direction of the Valley of the Fallen, a monument erected in memory of the Spanish people who perished during the Civil War housing an immense Basilica and nestled beneath a 1,350-metre-high mountain.
Get right to the heart of the site and admire the Basilica's cross which towers 150 metres above the gorgeous landscapes or the area.
Enjoy a fantastic visit that allows you to discover historic monuments and admire the magnificent scenery!