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Declared Human Heritage, it is a symbol of the Spanish Power in the XVI century and commemorates the San Quintin`s Battle. It is also a mausoleum for Charles V.
 
Included Highlights
 Basilica excavated in the mountain at 1350 m of altitude above sea level
 Views of the Sierra de Madrid
 
EL ESCORIAL: Declared Human Heritage, it is a symbol of the Spanish Power in the XVI century and commemorates the San Quintin`s Battle. It is also a mausoleum for Charles V. Due to the symmetry and balance of the construction, according to the humanist Renaissance style, it was considered the eighth wonder of the world for a long period of time. The visit includes the Hapsburgs Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter Houses, the Architecture Room, the Weapons Room, the Library and the Basilica. 

BASILICA OF THE VALLEY: This enormous monument built between 1940 and 1959,  is located 9 km away from El Escorial. It is a Basilica excavated in the mountain at 1350 m of altitude above sea level where an impressive 150 m high cross places itself over the magnificent nature reserve of Madrid mountain range. There, after the explanations of our guide from the outside, customers will have free time to admire the wonderful views of the Sierra de Madrid and take pictures.

 
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Does not operate: 01 May 17 July 10 August 11 September 24 Dec , 25 Dec 31 Dec 01 Jan and 06 January
Departure  JULIÀ TRAVEL , Plaza de España, 7
Tour Length:  5h. aprox
Languages : English & Spanish,

Days of operation: Daily except Monday

Departure Time: 08.45AM  

Price:

Adults : $ 72.00

Children (6-15) : $ 39.00

Seniors (60+)/Students (with ID) : $ 58.00