Hike & Visit El Escorial

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This walking tours is one of the standout things to do in Madrid, Spain. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €499 per person. <h2>Hiking Tour and Visit to El Escorial.</h2> <p>OLE OUTDOOR ORGANIZES HIKING TOURS IN THE SIERRA DE GUADARRAMA NATIONAL PARK AND GUIDED VISIT TO EL ESCORIAL. TRANSPORT INCLUDED.</p> <p>First we will transfer to Sierra de Guadarrama National Park and hike for 3 hours. Custom hikes suitable for all ages and hiking levels.</p> <p>During the hike you will sightsee ancient oak forests "Bosque de la Herrería, impressive granite rock formations, mountain wildlife and flora, and superb mountain landscapes.</p> <p>After the hike we will transfer to monumental town of El Escorial.</p> <p>The Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a symbol of the Spanish power in the XVI century and the past residence of King Philip II. El Escorial has functioned as a monastery, church, royal palace, pantheon, library, museum, university, school and hospital.</p> <p>This architectural treasure also contains a superb old library, royal chambers and a permanent exhibition of the royal collection of painting masterpieces. El Escorial is also famous for housing the Royal Mausoleum, the burial place for the kings of Spain.</p> <p>Enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide to make the most of your time in Madrid and El Escorial  with Ole Outdoor.</p> <p>PROGRAM</p> <ul> <li>Pick up at your hotel or accommodation in Madrid and 1 hour drive to El Escorial.</li> <li>3 hours hiking tour in the oak forest of "Bosque de la Herrería".</li> <li>30 minutes transfer from mountain area to El Escorial.</li> <li>Optional 1 hour and 15 minutes lunch break (our guide would suggest different restaurants but we recommend you to make a reservation in advance to taste the popular roasts and beef steak).</li> <li>2 hours visit to El Escorial Monastery.</li> <li>1 hour  drive back to Madrid and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation in Madrid.</li> </ul>