| AndalucÃa in Nine Days
9 days/8 nights
2450€ pp (for 2 people)
Málaga, Tarifa, Tangier, Seville, Córdoba and Granada |
This self-driven, self-guided tour provides you with the best of what Andalucia has to offer as well as a peek into mystical Morocco. An inside look at three very different and exciting cities with side trips to nearby smaller local towns are included. From Picasso in Málaga to Moorish art in Córdoba and the Alhambra in Granada, a great range of exciting activities and fascinating guided tours await you.
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Trip facts:
- 9 days/8 nights
- Monday to Tuesday
- Starts/finish: Malaga-Malaga
- €2450 per person - 10% discount when balance is paid in cash (Min. 2 people sharing a room; single occupancy €600 extra. Discounts for larger parties.)
- €450 deposit per person
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Highlights of the Tour:
- Visit to the Rock of Gibraltar
- 1 day in Morocco (Tangier)
- Tapa hopping in Malaga
- Flamenco night in Sevilla
- A tour of the Alhambra
- The Great Mosque in Cordoba
| Itinerary at a Glance:
- Days 1-3: Malaga (2 nights)
- Days 3-4: Tarifa (1 night)
- Days 4-6: Sevilla (2 nights)
- Days 6-7: Córdoba (1 night)
- Days 7-9: Granada (2 nights)
- Day 9: Departure
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 Days 1-3: Málaga (2 nights)
You will begin the first part of your tour in the beautiful city of Málaga, located on the southern coast of Spain and within easy driving distance of many popular destinations nearby. Upon arrival, you'll make your way to your first hotel to check in and relax before meeting your guide for your visit to the the beautiful Picasso museum and the historic city center, followed by your first tapa hopping experience. The next day you'll pick up the rental car and explore the whitewashed towns in the surrounding hills. Málaga is a great place to start your Andalucian adventure.
|  Days 3-4: Tarifa (1 night)
This morning you'll depart Málaga to journey along the Mediterranean coast and take in the views. You'll stop at the rock of Gibraltar to visit the British-occupied island on your own and have a taste of fish and chips or see the intriguing monkeys that inhabit the island. Following your visit, you'll head to Tarifa, which is a bohemian surfers paradise and also a departure point to catch a boat to Morocco. We'll give you recommendations on quaint places to enjoy by the beach.
|  Days 4-6: Sevilla (2 nights)
This morning you'll embark on your excursion to Morocco, which includes visiting the market, picture-taking with camels and exploring the old medina. You'll have a full day of fun and adventure before you head to Sevilla where you'll spend the next two nights. The following day will begin with a walking tour of the magnificent cathedral, (former mosque) and a stroll through the Barrio de Santa Cruz, where you'll begin to get a feel for why this city has earned such a special reputation. Following your tour, there will be some free time to explore on your own. This evening, we have a very exclusive flamenco show booked for you.
|  Days 6-7: Córdoba (1 night)
This morning, we recommend a possible between Sevilla and Córdoba to visit the spectacular Roman ruins in Carmona before heading on to Córdoba. After arrival and check in to your hotel in Córdoba, you'll have a guided visit that will put into perspective some of the most important monuments in Andalucia including the Great Mosque. After your tour you can enjoy some free time on your own.
|  Days 7-9: Granada (2 nights)
Today you'll have some free time in the morning to enjoy Córdoba before leaving for Granada, the last stronghold of the Moors and home of the unique and stunning Alhambra palace, which you'll visit with a guide tomorrow morning. The afternoon is free for your own exploration of additional sites, including the Royal Chapel, cathedral and Plaza Nueva, before heading up to the Albayzin to dine by candlelight with impressive views of the illuminated Alhambra. Tomorrow morning you'll drive back to Málaga and catch your flight in the early afternoon.
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What's included:
- 9 days/8 nights accommodations in charming centrally located hotels
- Transportation in Spain in a group C rental car
- Local guides in Malaga, Tangier, Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada
- Self-guided itinerary and documentation
- Entrances to Picasso Museum, Sevilla cathedral, mosque in Córdoba, Alhambra in Granada
- Tapa hopping in Málaga and dinner in Granada
- Fast boat to Morocco with bus excursion and lunch
- Travel assistance insurance
- Maps of cities and regions
- All our tips for travel and recommendations
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