Discover Andalucia

Our first day in Andalucía begins with a half-day tour of Málaga alongside an expert local guide. We’ll visit the magnificent hilltop castle of Gilbralfaro and the adjacent Alcazaba (entrances with audio “whispers” headsets included), walk along the promenade by the Roman Theatre, and pass by the bullring. 

Málaga is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and a free afternoon in the city is a great opportunity to visit the museum dedicated to the artist’s life and work. Alternatively, stroll through the mural-sketched streets of Soho – an edgy creative quarter where hip cafés brush alongside craft beer bars and street art exhibitions.  

Breakfast and dinner with local wine included. Overnight in Málaga.

This morning we’ll depart Málaga and transfer to Granada. On the way, we’ll head into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains to visit Las Alpujarras. This stunning valley is lined with whitewashed villages that cascade down the hillsides, contrasting against the green landscape they cling to.  

We’ll visit three of these picturesque villages where life feels like it did many years ago. There’ll be time to explore, and we’ll enjoy lunch in a local restaurant with wine included.  

  Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Granada.

Today we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Granada which includes entrance to its two biggest attractions – the Alhambra Palace and the Generalife Gardens. 

Sitting at the foot of the spectacular Sierra Nevada mountain range, the Alhambra Palace is a feast for the senses. As the oldest and best-preserved Islamic fortress in the world, it’s one of Spain’s most treasured UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and we’ll spend our morning touring this 11th century marvel with an expert local guide.   

We’ll walk under honeycombed arches, beneath ornate ceilings, through oasis-like courtyards complete with ornamental ponds and trickling fountains, and along sky-high ramparts that command 360-degree views. We’ll feel the intricately carved reliefs of Islamic calligraphy, run our fingers over the colourfully tiled walls, and visit the well-preened Generalife gardens where medieval Moorish emirs once spent their summers.  

After the tour, there’s free time to explore Granada before we meet for dinner and an exciting Flamenco evening. 

 Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Granada.

Leaving Granada behind, we’ll make our way to Andalucía’s regional capital, Seville. But first, we’ll pay a visit to the riverside city of Córdoba. Located on the banks of the Guadalquivir, it’s home to some of Spain’s most remarkable Moorish architecture and the city’s showpiece is undoubtedly the Great Mosque of Córdoba (entrance included). As one of the oldest Moorish buildings still standing in Andalucía, it offers a fascinating insight into the area’s history.   

 After the end of Islamic rule on the Iberian Peninsula, the mosque was converted into the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, but you’ll still see traces of its heritage as we walk amongst double arches and red brick structures. We’ll round off with a guided tour of the city’s historic Jewish quarter including entrance to the Synagogue.

 Breakfast and lunch with local wine in Córdoba included. Overnight in Seville.

We’ll enjoy a full day sightseeing in Seville today, but the undeniable highlight is the city’s UNESCO-listed cathedral (entrance included). Not only is it the largest Gothic building in western Europe but it’s also the resting place of Christopher Columbus.   

 Admire the incredible architecture as we wander beneath the illuminated stained-glass windows before climbing the Giralda belltower. This sky-scraping spire is the former minaret of the mosque the cathedral was built on and standing in the belfry high above Seville is an exhilarating experience.    

 There’ll also be a visit to the labyrinth-like alleys and lively palm tree-lined squares of the city’s ancient Jewish neighbourhood of Santa Cruz and entrance to the Real Alcazar followed by free time to explore the city at leisure.  

 Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Seville.

On our last day in Andalucia you are free to explore Seville further at your own pace. Enjoy a midday sherry wine tasting experience and in the evening, celebrate the end of our journey with a final dinner together.  

Transfer to the airport.

Please note, March and November departures fly into Málaga and out of Seville. October departures fly into and out of Málaga.