Day 1: Travel to Spain. Transfer to Antequera or Loja
On arrival in Malaga, your guide will meet you and accompany you to the coach, for transfer to your hotel in the lovely town of Antequera or Loja. During the journey, there will be tips and information to help get your holiday off to a great start!
Day 2: Antequera. Half Day Guided Excursion to Antequera
Half Day: Get to know Antequera on an enjoyable half-day guided walking tour of the Old Town, starting with the impressive 'Dolmen de Menga', one of the oldest monuments in Spain, dating back to the Megalithic period. You will then have some time at leisure to stroll around and take in the atmosphere of the charming streets and squares of this typically Andalucian town.
Day 3: Cordoba. Full Day Guided Excursion to Cordoba
Full Day: This full-day excursion will introduce you to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Córdoba, one of the great cities of the medieval world. You will have a guided walking tour of the historic centre, where among many treasures is the wonderful Mezquita, formerly the Great Mosque, and now a Christian cathedral.
Day 4: At Leisure or Optional Excursion to Ronda
Full Day: Today is a free day for relaxing, shopping, and sightseeing at your own pace.Your guide will be happy to make suggestions for places to see and things to do.
Full Day: Alternatively, today, enjoy a full-day optional excursion to the historic town of Ronda. Set atop of the scenic El Tajo Gorge, spanned by the iconic Puente Nuevo, Ronda is one of Andalucia’s most scenic whitewashed towns. Your day will start with a panoramic tour taking in Ronda’s old town dating from the time of the Moors as well as the more modern new town. Your tour will finish with the opportunity to taste some of the town’s local produce with an included wine tasting. You will then have the afternoon at leisure to explore Ronda at your own pace and admire the views from its bridge before returning to your hotel. (Please note this excursion is subject to minimum numbers).
Day 5: Granada. Full Day Guided Excursion to Granada
Full Day: Today you will travel to beautiful Granada for a guided city tour. Visit the Generalife Gardens and the UNESCO listed monument complex of La Alhambra (general entrance included). With its magnificent palaces, patios and gardens, it is one of Spain’s most treasured and popular historic sites.
Day 6: At Leisure. Explore at your own pace
Full Day: Spend some time at leisure today to explore at your own pace. Perhaps enjoy a few traditional Andalucian tapas in a local restaurant and watch the world go by.
Day 7: Seville. Guided Tour of Seville
Full Day: Today, you’ll visit Andalucía’s most lively and colourful city, located on the banks of the River Guadalquivir. Seville is famous for flamenco, tapas and a rich cultural and architectural heritage. On your panoramic city tour by coach, you will view highlights such as the San Telmo Palace and Golden Tower. There will also be a visit to the beautiful Plaza Espana, and free time to explore the city’s Jewish quarter.
Day 8: Return Home - Depart Spain
Time to say ‘adios’ to Andalucía, until the next time. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home, with guide assistance.