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Madrid: Boutique Hiking Tour to Mount Abantos with an Official Guide

By Cueva del Destino
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$99 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
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Overview

  • Unique views of the Monastery of El Escorial from the summit of Mount Abantos.
  • Guaranteed safety with a certified official guide and small groups.
  • Full communication through the use of professional walkie-talkies en route.

Activity location

    • El Escorial
    • San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Pl. Moncloa, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, España | Meet at the Moncloa interchange, in the bus bay.
    • Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

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Valid for 8 Hours, Madrid: Boutique Hiking Tour to Mount Abantos with an Official Guide in Spanish

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
NZ$98.82 x 1 AdultNZ$98.82
Total
Price is NZ$98.82

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified mountain guide (510 hours of official training)
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    Exclusive guided hike on Mount Abantos and its viewpoints
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Use of professional communication equipment (walkie-talkies)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Public Liability Insurance
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    Accident insurance for all participants
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Personalised attention in a small-group setting (Boutique Experience)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Interpretation of the natural environment, history and local fauna
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    Prior technical advice for the activity
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport to the meeting point.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks (picnic).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hiking clothes and shoes.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance to the Monastery of El Escorial (if you don't include it yourself).

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 14 years, People over 287 lbs (130 kg), People over 95 years, People with animal allergies, People with back problems, People with heart problems, People with insect allergies, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, People with recent surgeries, People with respiratory issues, People without experience, Pregnant women, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Escape the city to immerse yourself in an exclusive mountain experience with Cueva del Destino. Your adventure begins in the picturesque village of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, where you'll meet your official mountain guide. Before you get started, you'll receive a short safety briefing and your professional communication equipment (walkie-talkie), ensuring that the group is connected and safe throughout the journey.

We'll begin the ascent to the summit of Mount Abantos, crossing lush pine forests and historic trails that have witnessed centuries of Spanish history. As we gain altitude, you'll feel the pure air of the Sierra de Guadarrama. Your guide will reveal the secrets of the local flora and fauna; keep your eyes peeled, as it's common to spot majestic griffon vultures soaring over the peaks or mountain goats among the rocks.

The most spectacular moment comes when you reach the natural viewpoints known as “the balcony of the kings.” From here, you'll enjoy a unique panoramic view of the Monastery of El Escorial. It's a privileged perspective that few visitors get to experience, ideal for capturing memorable photographs and enjoying a moment of absolute peace.

As this is a boutique experience, we'll walk at a comfortable and personalised pace, allowing you to truly connect with the surroundings without the rush of crowded tours. Finally, we'll descend surrounded by nature until we return to the starting point, having conquered one of the most iconic peaks in Madrid with maximum safety and technical rigour.

Location

Activity location

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    • El Escorial
    • San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Pl. Moncloa, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, España | Meet at the Moncloa interchange, in the bus bay.
    • Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain