Take a break from the busy atmosphere of Madrid with this excursion to Sierra Guadarrama National Park. This journey includes a stop at Manzanares El Real and a visit to the Monastery of El Paular.
Details of the Day Trip
Our adventure begins at the scheduled time in Plaza de España, located in the heart of Madrid. After gathering, we will board a comfortable bus heading north towards the Sierra Guadarrama National Park. The route promises remarkable natural beauty, featuring stunning scenery and historic monuments.
In under an hour, we will arrive at our first destination, the notable Manzanares El Real Castle. Here, you will have the chance to admire the striking Castle of the Mendoza, a remarkable fortress dating back to the 15th century. Make sure to capture this moment with a photograph!
Next, our path will lead us to La Pedriza, where we will partake in a guided walking excursion to explore the diverse geological features of the region. As we traverse this area, we'll encounter the local wildlife and visit renowned locations in the Sierra de Guadarrama, including the port of Cotos and Navacerradas. The views will surely captivate you!
The journey continues in Rascafría, where you'll have the chance to enjoy lunch at your leisure in a nearby restaurant. Post-lunch, the tour will take us past two significant attractions in Rascafría: the enchanting Finnish Forest and the picturesque Monastery of El Paular, which we will observe from outside.
To conclude, we will make our way back to Madrid from Rascafría, arriving approximately 10 hours after our initial pickup.
