History comes alive on the “El Escorial, Valley & Segovia Day Tour From Madrid.” This full-day excursion begins with a morning visit to the grand Monastery of El Escorial, where you’ll explore the royal pantheon, palace, and cathedral, all steeped in Spanish heritage. After a poignant stop at the Valley of the Fallen—a memorial set in the scenic Guadarrama mountains—the journey continues to Segovia.
There, a guided walking tour unveils architectural marvels like the Roman Aqueduct, majestic cathedral, and the storied Alcázar fortress, once home to Castilian kings. Enjoy free time in Segovia’s charming old town before returning to Madrid in the evening.
The unique selling point of this trip is its in-depth exploration of Spain’s royal and religious history, offering a blend of expertly guided tours and moments of independent discovery within a single, well-organized day tour package.