Trails of Andalucia
Andalucia's splendid landscapes, food and culture are the focus of this walking adventure that takes us into the heart and soul of Spain's most passionate region. It has been described as the 'least European' part of Europe and was the last stronghold of the Moors, who first arrived here from North Africa in the 8th Century. Early records show an unusual tolerance for cultural diversity during the Muslim occupation of southern Spain, but gradually the Moorish population was driven further and further south until there was nowhere left to go. Seville fell in the early 13th-Century and Granada endured until 1492, when the Moors were finally expelled. Yet it was this history that has made Andalucia what it is today. Seville is the vibrant provincial capital and home of flamenco, whilst the area around Ronda is one of the most beautiful, yet undiscovered parts of the Iberian Peninsula. The landscape is hilly and dotted with delightful small towns and villages of unquestionable beauty. With narrow little streets and alleyways exuding a distinctly Moorish air, these charming places are often built on steep slopes and their houses usually resplendent with wrought-iron balconies, draped with bright red geraniums. Walking around the town of Ronda, with its dramatic position above a deep ravine, is always fascinating, while Granada offers a wonderful insight into the rich culture of the Moorish period with its piece de resistance being the splendid and incomparable Alhambra Palace. After all our walking and exploring, we relax in the evenings and watch Andalucia come to life by treating ourselves to the delicious local cuisine. To walk in the hills and through the villages and meet the friendly people of this region is to celebrate life as only the Andalucians can!
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Seville. |
| 2 | Walking tour of Seville's finest sites, including the magnificent Alcazar Palace (3-4 hours walking). Free afternoon. |
| 3 | Guided walk around Zahara de la Sierra (3 hours walking). Visit traditional family run olive oil press. Drive to Grazalema National Park. |
| 4 | Nature walk into the ancient forests and hilly landscapes of Grazalema National Park (4-6 hours walking). |
| 5 | Walking tour of the old quarter of Ronda and surrounds (3-4 hours walking). |
| 6 | Drive to Granada (3 hours). Afternoon walk in the historic Christian Cathedral district (2 hours). Free time to visit the Cathedral or the Moroccan souk. |
| 7 | Visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace. Walk Granada’s Moorish Albaizan Quarter (full-day walking). Evening walk through the flamenco district. |
| 8 | Tour ends in Granada after breakfast (Sun). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
8 days |
Trip Code |
PEAA |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Walking (Easy) | |
Minimum Passengers |
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| 6 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Spain | |
Start City |
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| Seville | |
End City |
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| Granada | |
