Moorish Andalucia

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Discover Andalucia and the fascinating history that has influenced this beautiful region. Explore whitewashed villages, taste delicious tapas and see the beguiling Moorish architecture, patios and gardens of Granada, Cordoba and Seville. Cordoba - Discover the Moorish architecture from the golden era of Al-Andalus at the Mezquita Grazalema Natural Park ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Walk amongst the dramatic limestone scenery of Grazalema National Park
    • Discover the charming Moorish architecture of Granada, Cordoba, Ronda and Seville
    • Explore the world renowned Alhambra, Alcazar Palace and Mezquita

What's this trip about?

    Discover Andalucia and the fascinating history that has influenced this beautiful region. Explore whitewashed villages, taste delicious tapas and see the beguiling Moorish architecture, patios and gardens of Granada, Cordoba and Seville. Cordoba - Discover the Moorish architecture from the golden era of Al-Andalus at the Mezquita Grazalema Natural Park - Hike through dramatic limestone scenery from Puerto del Boyar to Benaocaz Seville - Explore this characterful city and the stunning UNESCO-listed Alcazar Palace

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMalaga
End CityMalaga

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Andalucia
  • Granada
  • Malaga
  • Ronda
  • Seville

Activities

  • Hiking

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Malaga

Arrive in Malaga, one of the main port cities in Andalucia. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to arrive in Malaga at any time. If you would like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP). The Tour Lea...

Day 2 Take a train to the white hill town of Ronda and take in views of the gorge

After breakfast we'll check out of our hotel and travel (2 hours) to Ronda by train. The historic town of Ronda is often described as one of Spain's most attractive and it is dramatically perched high above El Tajo gorge. The bridge that spans the gorge often features...

Day 3 Visit the white villages in Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park

Today we explore the rugged and beautiful limestone scenery of Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park. We first travel by bus to Zahara, a small town with a tradition of olive oil production with many family businesses having been run there for centuries. We visit a local A...

Day 4 Travel to Seville and discover the city on foot

Leaving Ronda this morning we'll travel by public bus (two hours) to Seville, arriving in the late morning. The capital of Andalucia is one of Spain's finest and most beautiful cities, built on the wealth of New World trade and plunder. We'll spend the afternoon w...

Day 5 Visit Alcazar and explore Seville

We start the day with a visit to the Alcazar. The rest of the day is left free for you to explore Seville at your own pace. You might like to visit the city's impressive Gothic Cathedral, one of the largest in the world. Its bell tower was once the minaret of the Alm...

Day 6 Travel to Cordoba by train and Mesquita Mosque guided visit

Today we take the train to Cordoba. Standing on the banks of the Guadalquivir river, Córdoba was the first of Spain's three most important Moorish cities and was established in 719AD. It was the most enlightened of the Moorish period with one of Europe's leading unive...

Day 7 Bus to Granada via Cabra village

This morning we drive by charter bus to the famous Andalucian city of Granada. The Arabic name Al Andalus was given to the part of Spain under Islamic control for some 800 years. We will break our journey with a stop in the pretty white village of Cabra where we recom...

Day 8 Visit the Alhambra Palace including the Nasrid Palaces

This morning we have included a guided visit to the remarkable Alhambra Palace and Generalife gardens. In 1239 Muhammad al-Ahmar, founder of the Nasrid dynasty and Sultan of Granada, began work on this, the finest example of Moorish architecture outside the Arab world...

Day 9 Morning public bus to Malaga. Afternoon free to explore

This morning we board a public bus (two hours) and return to Malaga. This afternoon before our final group dinner, you may like to visit the Alcazar Moorish palace, Picasso Museum or Gibralfaro castle that overlooks Malaga.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

Day 10 Trip ends in Malaga

Our trip ends this morning after breakfast. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Malaga at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like an airport tran...

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Last Updated: 5/17/2024
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Logistics

Transportation & Flights

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Transportation & flights

Public Bus, Train
Guides
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Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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Visa requirements
Spain: Visas are not required by UK, Australian, New Zealand, US and Canadian citizens. Passport details are required at the time of booking in order for the Alhambra tickets to be booked Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory but Tetanus is usually recommended as a precaution. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 9
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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