San Lorenzo de El Escorial is home to the Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage site. This huge complex was built as a monument to commemorate the Spanish victory over the French in the battle of Saint Quentin. Construction lasted 21 years and when it was finished in 1584, the Monastery was the largest building in the world, with 24 km (14.9 mi) of corridors. The building includes a library, Kings' Courtyard, Basilica, and the Palace of Felipe II. The Kings' Pantheon is the burial place for most of the kings of Spain since Carlos I. The Monastery is decorated with works by the most prominent Italian and Spanish painters of the time. Look for works by Titian, Bosch, El Greco, and Velázquez, especially El Greco’s painting of "The Martyrdom of St. Maurice.”
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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.
Inclusions: Professional guide 8 hours, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private luxury vehicle with separate chauffeur 8 hours, Entrance tickets to Escorial, Entrance tickets to Valley of the Fallen
Exclusions: Other entrance fees, Food and drinks
Had a great driver and guide to Alhambra Spain from Tour Travel and More. I would highly recommend for all sorts of tour options.
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Culture, amazing landscapes, history, spectacular roads, gastronomy, adventure, while driving a classic car. Sit back and enjoy while our expert guides show you places you never imagined. The best way to get to know the community of Madrid, the Sierra, El Escorial and its amazing surroundings. Drive through amazing places aboard a classic while our guide from another car guides you and gives directions by walkie, there will be several stops in places of special interest and beauty. The Sierra Oeste, its towns and a spectacular classic car route
Inclusions: Breakfast, For two people per car, Fuel surcharge, Classic car rental, Staff and guide that goes in another car communicated by walkie talkie
Exclusions: Price coffee and tea per extra person 8 euros pax, Food price per extra person 35 euros per person
4.4 based on 5 reviews
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 the surrounding countryside
Inclusions: Transportation, Pick up and drop off from Hotels located on the center of Madrid, Private guide, Tickets to the Monastery of El Escorial, Tickets to the Valley of the Fallen
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrances to the monuments
We did the Toledo-Segovia day tour and it was fantastic! Our guide Alfonso was so knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, he truly made the experience unforgettable. The bus was great, the schedule ran on-time throughout the day, and we were able to see all the best sites in the two cities while learning about their history. I would 100% book another tour with Amigo Tours in the future and would recommend this company to everyone!
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Don't miss the opportunity to get to know these three essential attractions on the surroundings of Madrid in just one day! Discover two cities declared World Heritage Site: Ávila and Segovia. Then visit the El Escorial and get a ticket to the Monastery of El Escorial
Inclusions: Transportation on an air conditioned vehicle, Bilingual guided visit (simultaneously in English and Spanish), Entrance to the El Escorial Monastery (if option selected), Entrance to the Alcazar of Segovia (if option selected)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrances to any other monuments
We did the Toledo-Segovia day tour and it was fantastic! Our guide Alfonso was so knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, he truly made the experience unforgettable. The bus was great, the schedule ran on-time throughout the day, and we were able to see all the best sites in the two cities while learning about their history. I would 100% book another tour with Amigo Tours in the future and would recommend this company to everyone!
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Leaving Madrid at 3pm, we’ll drive for around an hour to Segovia. A brief walking tour through the old city to admire the Roman Aqueduct, the outside of the Gothic Cathedral and a guided visit inside the Alcazar fortress, one of the most spectacular castles in Spain. until the return time. Complete the experience with a full day package including Toledo half day or El Escorial and Valley of the fallen tour in the morning. Optional luch available as well.
Inclusions: Transport by air conditioned bus, Tour guide, Toledo half day morning tour (if option is selected), El Escorial Monastery tour (if option is selected), Lunch (if option is selected)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
We had a fantastic day in the old city of Cuenca. The houses built on and in and down the mountains were amazing. The highlight for us was the walking tour of the old town in the morning while the rest of the group went to the Enchanted City. We had 3 hour tour with David. We were mesmerised and amused by his tales of the history, architecture and art of the city. He was very friendly, accommodating and happy to answer our many questions. We felt lucky to have such a knowledgeable and learned guide. Thank you David.
Imagine the feeling of wind in your hair in a mythical vintage convertible car while discovering El Escorial in a full day tour. We will pick you up at your hotel and take you to unique tour to El Escorial full of style. Just relax and enjoy the breeze while experiencing the Spanish Culture. Included Private Tour of 8 hours around El Escorial in a 1970´s vintage convertible Beetle. Pick up and Drop off At your hotel or any other suggested place. Welcome pack. Tour to El Escorial, The Monastery, Casita del Principe, Valle de los Caidos and Silla de Felipe II, entrances included at all monuments including the audio guide in different languages. Complete Lunch at a Selected Restaurant in San Lorenzo del Escorial and a lot of pictures!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Gratuities
Don't miss the opportunity to visit Segovia and El Escorial with this tour that leaves from Avila! Discover two of the main cultural and historical attractions of the Spanish plateau and World Heritage Site: Segovia, where you can see one of the best preserved Roman aqueducts in the world, and the Monastery of El Escorial and its basilica, burial place of the kings of Spain.
Inclusions: Transportation on an air conditioned vehicle, Bilingual guided visit (simultaneously in English and Spanish)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrances to any other monuments
We did the Toledo-Segovia day tour and it was fantastic! Our guide Alfonso was so knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, he truly made the experience unforgettable. The bus was great, the schedule ran on-time throughout the day, and we were able to see all the best sites in the two cities while learning about their history. I would 100% book another tour with Amigo Tours in the future and would recommend this company to everyone!
Booking this 8-hour tour you will visit the city of Madrid: - Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial - Visit to the historical center of Madrid - Enjoy a genuine "tapas" tour - Madrid Museums
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Tickets, Food and drinks
From the first time we contacted and received a prompt reply from Nuria at Bookroad our experience was perfect! Our driver Enrique transported us from Bilbao Airport to our lodging, from Bilbao to Pamplona and from Pamplona to Toulouse over several days. Fun conversations, excellent driver and we highly recommend this company and we will be using them again! Thanks so much for keeping us up to date on our ride status, pickup and dropoff information.
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