Authentic Andalusian Experience, Starting in Barcelona
Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Barcelona
Available
April 2025 / October 2025
Cities to visit: Barcelona; Peniscola; Valencia; Alicante; Caravaca De La Cruz, Murcia Province; Granada; Nerja; Frigiliana; Malaga; Ronda; Setenil De Las Bodegas; Olvera; Sevilla; Zaragoza; Monasterio De Poblet, Tarragona Province
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Total distance covered: 375 km.
Scenery: Following the Levantine coast between the Mediterranean Sea and arid landscapes dotted with orchards, citrus groves, and rice fields, we’ll arrive in Valencia.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Barcelona. We’ll travel to the Valencian Community along the touristy Levantine coast.
10:45 a.m. – Peniscola. Dominating the sea with its imposing walls, this historic center, with its steep streets, white houses, and medieval castle, tells tales of popes and pirates. Peniscola is one of the most beautiful villages on the Spanish Mediterranean. You’ll have time for a walk.
12:30 p.m. - Departure from Peniscola.
02:30 p.m. - Valencia. Time for lunch. Why not try the authentic Valencian paella? In the afternoon, you’ll go on a guided tour of this port city on the Levantine coast, with more than 2,000 years of history, showcasing monuments from various periods that contrast with the architectural avant-garde of buildings like the City of Arts and Sciences. We’ll visit the historic center, the fish market, the cathedral and the modern neighborhoods where the avant-garde City of Arts and Sciences is located. After some free time, a local cuisine traditional dinner will be included.
Scenery: Following the Levantine coast between the Mediterranean Sea and arid landscapes dotted with orchards, citrus groves, and rice fields, we’ll arrive in Valencia.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Barcelona. We’ll travel to the Valencian Community along the touristy Levantine coast.
10:45 a.m. – Peniscola. Dominating the sea with its imposing walls, this historic center, with its steep streets, white houses, and medieval castle, tells tales of popes and pirates. Peniscola is one of the most beautiful villages on the Spanish Mediterranean. You’ll have time for a walk.
12:30 p.m. - Departure from Peniscola.
02:30 p.m. - Valencia. Time for lunch. Why not try the authentic Valencian paella? In the afternoon, you’ll go on a guided tour of this port city on the Levantine coast, with more than 2,000 years of history, showcasing monuments from various periods that contrast with the architectural avant-garde of buildings like the City of Arts and Sciences. We’ll visit the historic center, the fish market, the cathedral and the modern neighborhoods where the avant-garde City of Arts and Sciences is located. After some free time, a local cuisine traditional dinner will be included.
Total distance covered: 536 km.
Scenery: Sea views, green valleys, semi-deserts, and mountains in Andalusia.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Valencia. We’ll head south. You’ll see the colors of the Mediterranean along the way.
10:45 a.m. - Alicante. Enjoy time to explore this very nice city with a lively marina, restaurants, a historic center, and a castle overlooking the city. Time for a walk and lunch.
02:00 p.m. - Departure from Alicante. We’ll head to the Murcia and Andalusia regions. Palm trees, orchards, and prosperous agricultural regions give way to arid lands and watchtower castles, that will remind us of ancient wars between Muslims and Christians.
04:00 p.m. – Caravaca de la Cruz. Free time to visit this charming town, recognized as a Holy City by the Roman Catholic Church. The church here holds a relic of the Cross. We’ll include a ride on the tourist train to the historic area.
05:30 p.m. - Departure from Caravaca. Between beautiful mountain ranges, through forests and white villages, and with glimpses of distant medieval fortresses, we’ll enter Andalusia.
08:30 p.m. – Granada. Dinner will be included.
Scenery: Sea views, green valleys, semi-deserts, and mountains in Andalusia.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Valencia. We’ll head south. You’ll see the colors of the Mediterranean along the way.
10:45 a.m. - Alicante. Enjoy time to explore this very nice city with a lively marina, restaurants, a historic center, and a castle overlooking the city. Time for a walk and lunch.
02:00 p.m. - Departure from Alicante. We’ll head to the Murcia and Andalusia regions. Palm trees, orchards, and prosperous agricultural regions give way to arid lands and watchtower castles, that will remind us of ancient wars between Muslims and Christians.
04:00 p.m. – Caravaca de la Cruz. Free time to visit this charming town, recognized as a Holy City by the Roman Catholic Church. The church here holds a relic of the Cross. We’ll include a ride on the tourist train to the historic area.
05:30 p.m. - Departure from Caravaca. Between beautiful mountain ranges, through forests and white villages, and with glimpses of distant medieval fortresses, we’ll enter Andalusia.
08:30 p.m. – Granada. Dinner will be included.
Full day to enjoy Granada, a historic city filled with charming corners and dominated by the iconic Alhambra. If your tour includes admission and a guided tour of the Alhambra, we’ll visit this immense palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, both built during the Arab era. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time. We recommend a leisurely stroll through the Albaicín neighborhood or a visit to the cathedral, which houses the tombs of the Catholic Monarchs.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:
-The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
-To access the Alhambra, you must present the document used to confirm your reservation (passport or ID).
VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:
-The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
-To access the Alhambra, you must present the document used to confirm your reservation (passport or ID).
Total distance covered: 158 km.
Scenery: Very beautiful landscapes crossing the mountain range and following the sea.
Notes: If you wish, you’ll have the opportunity to swim at the beaches of Malaga.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Granada. We’ll enjoy spectacular scenery as we cross the Sierra Nevada mountain range on an impressive highway. We’ll then continue our journey along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Costa Tropical, where the mild microclimate throughout the year allows the cultivation of tropical fruits and crops such as guavas, mango, and avocado, and in the past, sugar cane.
10:00 a.m. - Nerja. We’ll have time for a walk in this charming village on the Costa del Sol. From the viewpoint, the so-called Balcón de Nerja, in the center of town, you’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the sea, the coast, and its cliffs, and on many occasions, even Africa.
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Nerja.
11:30 a.m. - Frigiliana. Time to discover the charming corners of this village, considered one of the most beautiful in Andalusia, with its steep streets surrounded by impeccably whitewashed houses.
12:45 p.m. - Departure from Frigiliana.
01:45 p.m. - Malaga. Arrival in the capital of Costa del Sol, known as the city of museums, the birthplace of Picasso, and famous for the unfinished cathedral La Manquita, meaning in English “The One-Armed Lady”. You’ll have time for lunch and to explore the city center, or if the weather allows it, you can enjoy a visit to the beach for a swim.
Scenery: Very beautiful landscapes crossing the mountain range and following the sea.
Notes: If you wish, you’ll have the opportunity to swim at the beaches of Malaga.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Granada. We’ll enjoy spectacular scenery as we cross the Sierra Nevada mountain range on an impressive highway. We’ll then continue our journey along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Costa Tropical, where the mild microclimate throughout the year allows the cultivation of tropical fruits and crops such as guavas, mango, and avocado, and in the past, sugar cane.
10:00 a.m. - Nerja. We’ll have time for a walk in this charming village on the Costa del Sol. From the viewpoint, the so-called Balcón de Nerja, in the center of town, you’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the sea, the coast, and its cliffs, and on many occasions, even Africa.
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Nerja.
11:30 a.m. - Frigiliana. Time to discover the charming corners of this village, considered one of the most beautiful in Andalusia, with its steep streets surrounded by impeccably whitewashed houses.
12:45 p.m. - Departure from Frigiliana.
01:45 p.m. - Malaga. Arrival in the capital of Costa del Sol, known as the city of museums, the birthplace of Picasso, and famous for the unfinished cathedral La Manquita, meaning in English “The One-Armed Lady”. You’ll have time for lunch and to explore the city center, or if the weather allows it, you can enjoy a visit to the beach for a swim.
Distancia recorrida: 152 km
Saldremos de Málaga hacia Ardales para recorrer a pie el impresionante Caminito del Rey, sendero de pasarelas y puentes colgantes construido en las paredes rocosas de un impresionante desfiladero sobre el abismo. El recorrido, de bajada, comienza en Ardales y finaliza en Álora , un bonito pueblo a la sombra de un gran castillo, donde tendréis tiempo para almorzar. Luego, continuaremos entre paisajes de montaña y pueblos blancos hacia Ronda , bellísima localidad, envuelta en leyendas, situada en lo alto de una meseta cortada por un profundo desfiladero conocido como “El Tajo” y unida por su famoso Puente Nuevo de casi 100m de altura. Conoceremos el mirador, la Plaza de Toros (entrada incluida) una de las más antiguas de España y el Museo Taurino (entrada incluida). Alojamiento.
Saldremos de Málaga hacia Ardales para recorrer a pie el impresionante Caminito del Rey, sendero de pasarelas y puentes colgantes construido en las paredes rocosas de un impresionante desfiladero sobre el abismo. El recorrido, de bajada, comienza en Ardales y finaliza en Álora , un bonito pueblo a la sombra de un gran castillo, donde tendréis tiempo para almorzar. Luego, continuaremos entre paisajes de montaña y pueblos blancos hacia Ronda , bellísima localidad, envuelta en leyendas, situada en lo alto de una meseta cortada por un profundo desfiladero conocido como “El Tajo” y unida por su famoso Puente Nuevo de casi 100m de altura. Conoceremos el mirador, la Plaza de Toros (entrada incluida) una de las más antiguas de España y el Museo Taurino (entrada incluida). Alojamiento.
Distancia recorrida: 65 km
Día para descubrir los campos de olivares y viñedos de Ronda. Comenzaremos el día recorriendo el campo andaluz y sus olivares, uno de los símbolos de Andalucía cuyo cultivo se remonta a más de 3000 años. Conoceremos un olivar, las variedades de aceitunas y su procesamiento en la almazara para transformar su fruto, en aceite de oliva. Degustación incluida de este aceite, uno de los más reconocidos del mundo, y de otros productos locales. También visitaremos el centro de interpretación de vinos de Ronda y disfrutaremos de degustación de 2 vinos (incluyendo aperitivo de jamón y queso) . Tiempo libre para el almuerzo. Por la tarde conoceremos Grazalema, pueblo pintoresco ubicado en el centro de la sierra que lleva su nombre. En su casco urbano, declarado Conjunto Histórico, cuenta con la típica arquitectura popular que se combina a la perfección con la riqueza monumental. Tiempo para pasear y regreso a Ronda.
Día para descubrir los campos de olivares y viñedos de Ronda. Comenzaremos el día recorriendo el campo andaluz y sus olivares, uno de los símbolos de Andalucía cuyo cultivo se remonta a más de 3000 años. Conoceremos un olivar, las variedades de aceitunas y su procesamiento en la almazara para transformar su fruto, en aceite de oliva. Degustación incluida de este aceite, uno de los más reconocidos del mundo, y de otros productos locales. También visitaremos el centro de interpretación de vinos de Ronda y disfrutaremos de degustación de 2 vinos (incluyendo aperitivo de jamón y queso) . Tiempo libre para el almuerzo. Por la tarde conoceremos Grazalema, pueblo pintoresco ubicado en el centro de la sierra que lleva su nombre. En su casco urbano, declarado Conjunto Histórico, cuenta con la típica arquitectura popular que se combina a la perfección con la riqueza monumental. Tiempo para pasear y regreso a Ronda.
Distancia recorrida: 172 km
Salimos de Ronda para visitar algunos de los pueblos blancos más bonitos de Andalucía. Estos pueblos, caracterizados por tener las fachadas de la mayor parte de sus viviendas blancas encaladas y sus calles estrechas y empedradas, son típicos de la región. Comenzaremos en Setenil de las Bodegas, sorprendente villa donde las viviendas están construidas dentro de la roca que forma cañón del río Trejo. Luego, conoceremos Olvera, rodeada de olivares y con preciosas panorámicas, donde un paseo hasta su castillo ofrece vistas encantadoras. Tras el almuerzo, continuaremos hacia Zahara de la Sierra , villa blanca situada en lo alto de un puerto montañoso, con espectaculares vistas del embalse de Grazalema situado a sus pies Finalmente, llegaremos a Sevilla sobre las 18.00 hrs.
Salimos de Ronda para visitar algunos de los pueblos blancos más bonitos de Andalucía. Estos pueblos, caracterizados por tener las fachadas de la mayor parte de sus viviendas blancas encaladas y sus calles estrechas y empedradas, son típicos de la región. Comenzaremos en Setenil de las Bodegas, sorprendente villa donde las viviendas están construidas dentro de la roca que forma cañón del río Trejo. Luego, conoceremos Olvera, rodeada de olivares y con preciosas panorámicas, donde un paseo hasta su castillo ofrece vistas encantadoras. Tras el almuerzo, continuaremos hacia Zahara de la Sierra , villa blanca situada en lo alto de un puerto montañoso, con espectaculares vistas del embalse de Grazalema situado a sus pies Finalmente, llegaremos a Sevilla sobre las 18.00 hrs.
Total distance covered: 850 km by high-speed train from Seville to Zaragoza.
Scenery: Varied. Hills of olive groves in Andalusia, rugged and arid lands on the plateau.
We’ll begin the day with a panoramic tour of Seville, lasting approximately 1.5 hours. We’ll pass by the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the Santa Cruz quarter, the banks of the Guadalquivir, Torre del Oro, Maestranza bullring, the Isla de la Cartuja—where the Expo was held and now home to the amusement park Isla Mágica—and Maria Luisa Park, with its stunning Plaza de España. After the tour, we’ll enjoy a boat ride on the Guadalquivir, taking in fantastic panoramic views from the water.
In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the station to board the high-speed train, scheduled to depart around 4:30 p.m., covering the 850 km to Zaragoza in just under four hours. Upon arrival in Zaragoza, you’ll be transferred to the hotel.
Notes:
-The train journey will be made without an accompanying Europamundo guide.
- If your tour includes a train ticket, please be aware that your luggage will be under your own responsibility during the train ride. The total limit is 20 kg, and the dimensions must not exceed 250 cm (length + width + height). The railway services company shall not be held responsible for any incidents related to luggage.
Scenery: Varied. Hills of olive groves in Andalusia, rugged and arid lands on the plateau.
We’ll begin the day with a panoramic tour of Seville, lasting approximately 1.5 hours. We’ll pass by the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the Santa Cruz quarter, the banks of the Guadalquivir, Torre del Oro, Maestranza bullring, the Isla de la Cartuja—where the Expo was held and now home to the amusement park Isla Mágica—and Maria Luisa Park, with its stunning Plaza de España. After the tour, we’ll enjoy a boat ride on the Guadalquivir, taking in fantastic panoramic views from the water.
In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the station to board the high-speed train, scheduled to depart around 4:30 p.m., covering the 850 km to Zaragoza in just under four hours. Upon arrival in Zaragoza, you’ll be transferred to the hotel.
Notes:
-The train journey will be made without an accompanying Europamundo guide.
- If your tour includes a train ticket, please be aware that your luggage will be under your own responsibility during the train ride. The total limit is 20 kg, and the dimensions must not exceed 250 cm (length + width + height). The railway services company shall not be held responsible for any incidents related to luggage.
Total distance covered: 325 km.
Scenery: Semi-desert landscapes in Aragon, and pleasant scenery in Catalonia.
After breakfast, we’ll go on a panoramic tour of Zaragoza guided by a local expert. Our first stop will be the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We´ll also delve into the works of the famous painter Goya and discover some of his masterpieces. The tour will move on to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, and then we’ll take a stroll by the Aljafería Palace. After the tour, you’ll have free time for lunch and a walk.
02:30 p.m. - Departure from Zaragoza.
05:00 p.m. – Poblet Abbey. Admission is included to this walled monastery, set amidst beautiful landscapes. It is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world.
06:15 p.m. - Departure from Poblet Abbey. We’ll cross rich agricultural regions of central Catalonia.
08:00 p.m. - Barcelona.
Scenery: Semi-desert landscapes in Aragon, and pleasant scenery in Catalonia.
After breakfast, we’ll go on a panoramic tour of Zaragoza guided by a local expert. Our first stop will be the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We´ll also delve into the works of the famous painter Goya and discover some of his masterpieces. The tour will move on to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, and then we’ll take a stroll by the Aljafería Palace. After the tour, you’ll have free time for lunch and a walk.
02:30 p.m. - Departure from Zaragoza.
05:00 p.m. – Poblet Abbey. Admission is included to this walled monastery, set amidst beautiful landscapes. It is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world.
06:15 p.m. - Departure from Poblet Abbey. We’ll cross rich agricultural regions of central Catalonia.
08:00 p.m. - Barcelona.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Our guide will advise you on the best public transportation for your transfers.
If you need to book an external service (like a plane or train) on the last day of your tour, which includes activities, please note that the detailed itineraries are based on "planned" schedules and could be affected by various factors such as traffic, customer delays, mechanical issues, etc. It´s advisable not to book a flight or train with a tight schedule without considering these factors. Always allocate extra time in your schedule for unexpected events.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Our guide will advise you on the best public transportation for your transfers.
If you need to book an external service (like a plane or train) on the last day of your tour, which includes activities, please note that the detailed itineraries are based on "planned" schedules and could be affected by various factors such as traffic, customer delays, mechanical issues, etc. It´s advisable not to book a flight or train with a tight schedule without considering these factors. Always allocate extra time in your schedule for unexpected events.
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