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Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour

93 Reviews 3.81 out of 5 stars Based on 93 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Madrid, Spain
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Overview

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. Marvel at the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. See the Hapsburg’s Palace, the King’s Mausoleum and the Basilica. Visit the Valley of the Fallen, with its underground basilica and impressive 152-meter cross that dominates the landscape of the Madrid mountains. Dive into a fascinating mix of cultures in Toledo. Walk through the Old Town part of the city following your guide and see the famous painting by el Greco, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Did you know Toledo was once Spain’s capital?

What's Included

  • Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
  • Admission to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
  • Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calle de San Nicolás
15, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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End point

Plaza de Oriente
Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Underground bus park, Level -2

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Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial

We will start our visit at El Escorial, symbol of the Spanish power in the XVI century that commemorates the battle of St. Quentin. It is also mausoleum for Charles V. Due to the symmetry and balance of its construction, according to the humanist Renaissance style, for years it had been considered for years the eighth wonder of the world. The visit includes the Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter House and the Basilica.
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Valley of the Fallen

Located 9 km away from El Escorial, this enormous monument was built between 1940 and 1959 to honor the fallen during the Spanish Civil War. The basilica is carved into the mountain at 1350 meters of altitude, where an impressive 150 meters high cross places itself over the magnificent landscape of Madrid’s mountain range.
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Toledo

Regístrate en nuestra oficina en el centro de Madrid quince minutos antes de la salida de tu tour y dirígete a Toledo con tu guía local. Sigue a tu guía local en un recorrido a pie por la ciudad histórica de Toledo, ciudad Patrimonio Mundial de la Humanidad desde 1986. Una vez capital de España, es una mezcla espectacular de culturas árabe, judía y cristiana.Conoce su fantástico patrimonio y descubre cómo la coexistencia de culturas a través de los siglos influyó en su estilo arquitectónico actual. Admira el edificio patrocinado por la Reina Isabel de Castilla para convertirse en un mausoleo real, la construcción más importante edificada por los Reyes Católicos, el Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for people with walking difficulties or reduced mobility, as the interior of the monument has a large number of stairs and full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to its architectural features.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
  • Please, note that guiding inside the Basilica of the Valley is not allowed
  • Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2140MADTOLESC

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Transportation on an air-conditioned coach.
  • Admission to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial.
  • Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica.
  • From 16/03/2026: admission to the Cathedral of Toledo.
  • Until 15/03/2026: admission to the Church of Santo Tomé and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca.
  • Individual adio guide system.
  • Guided tour operated in both Spanish and English by official local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour is as follows:

  • Not recommended for people with walking difficulties or reduced mobility, as the interior of the monument has a large number of stairs and full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to its architectural features.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
  • Admission to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
  • Admission to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
  • From 16/03/2026: admission to the Cathedral of Toledo
  • Until 15/03/2026: admission to the Church of Santo Tomé and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca
  • Individual adio guide system
  • Guided tour operated in both Spanish and English by official local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for people with walking difficulties or reduced mobility, as the interior of the monument has a large number of stairs and full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to its architectural features.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
  • The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
  • Please, note that guiding inside the Basilica of the Valley is not allowed
  • Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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