Do you want to delve into the history of Madrid and El Escorial?
LEYENDS PACKAGE
See El Escorial, World Heritage, through different eyes: Through its key figures’ eyes.
The Package includes:
- Welcome and fun at the Príncipe Pío Train Station in Madrid.
- Return journey on the historic train between Príncipe Pío and El Escorial (50 mins.).
- Welcome by characters dressed in period costumes and scenic ride by bus through the woods of the Bosque de La Herrería (25 mins.).
- Dramatized tour through the Jardines de la Casita del Infante (Gardens of the Young Prince’s Lodge), the viewpoints of the Monastery, the Jardines de los Frailes (Gardens of the Friars), the Patio de los Reyes (Kings’ Courtyard), the Basilica of the Royal Site and other historic buildings in San Lorenzo de Escorial (2h).
Passengers who choose this sightseeing package will enjoy, once they reach El Escorial Train Station, a scenic ride through the woods of the Bosque de La Herrería and a dramatized tour of the Jardines de la Casita del Infante (Gardens of the Young Prince`s Lodge), viewpoints of the Monastery, Jardines de los Frailes (Gardens of the Friars), Patio de los Reyes (Kings` Courtyard), Basilica of the Royal Site, and other historic buildings in San Lorenzo de El Escorial. All this enlivened by people dressed in period costumes who will turn this into a unique tour, where culture and nature play the leading roles.
The History of El Escorial goes centuries back and if you choose this package, we will recreate it through the eyes of one of its key figures, one who was lucky enough to live during the most important reign of the Spanish history, Philip II’s reign. With this royal envoy we will travel through this imaginary time tunnel to different periods. The places we will visit, the legends we will discover and the key figures we will learn about will provide an unforgettable journey to the past. The Jardines de la Casita del Infante (Gardens) with their woods and hundred-year-old trees, with World Heritage status, the old town centre of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, and its Royal Monastery, will take us through Spanish history on the Philip II Train. Join us and travel back in time.
GENERAL FARES
| INDIVIDUAL | ADULTS | CHILDRENS (4 – 12) | BABIES (0 – 3)* |
| 25 € | 18,75 € | 0€ |
Tickets for babies are free as long as they don’t take up a seat.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Royal Legends package includes a dramatized tour of 150 minutes on foot. Follow these tips to enjoy your package to the fullest.
Don’t forget to bring:
Comfortable clothing and shoes
Water
Sun cream Sunglasses Light clothing
Umbrella Raincoat
And don’t forget your camera!
TIME AND FARES
Departure: 10h20 | Return: 17h25 |
Príncipe Pío Train Station | El Escorial Train Station |
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from 22,5 €
IMPERIAL PACKAGE
Historic train + Guided tour of the Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial and it Monastery. -
from 18.75 €
LEGENDS PACKAGE
Historic train + Tour of the Gardens of the Casita del Infante -
from 15 €
TRAVESIA PACKAGE
Historic Train Travel + Ticket to San Lorenzo de El Escorial Monastery -
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TAILOR-MADE TRIP
Planning a family or business event? Looking for something original? Organize the event with us. We will accommodate to your needs. You may book a compartment or a whole carriage, or even the entire train. And chose the route you prefer.