Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Sevilla
Available
April 2025 / October 2025
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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.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
A local guide will enrich our experience with insights into the history and culture of Andalusia´s capital, starting our journey around nine in the morning. Highlights include the Cathedral and Giralda, Santa Cruz neighborhood, the Guadalquivir riverbanks, Torre del Oro, Maestranza Bullring, Cartuja Island (former Expo site and home to Isla Mágica amusement park), and María Luisa Park with its stunning Plaza de España. After the tour, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River offering stunning panoramic views (included). The tour, lasting approximately 3 hours including the boat ride, will conclude with free time in the afternoon. Optionally, the guide will offer the opportunity for those interested to visit the cathedral and attend a flamenco performance at a tablao in the evening.
Scenery: Pleasant Andalusian landscapes, fertile agricultural lands.
Note: We recommend comfortable shoes.
08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we’ll leave the Andalusian capital behind.
09:00 a.m. - Carmona. We’ll stop for a walk in this historic Andalusian city, known for its rich cultural and monumental heritage. Founded over 3,000 years ago, it has been home to several civilizations, including Phoenicians, Romans, and Arabs. The old town, with its cobblestone streets, charming squares, and Mudejar and Renaissance-style buildings, offers an authentic glimpse into the past.
10:00 a.m. - Departure from Carmona.
11:15 a.m. - Almodóvar del Río. We’ll visit the impressive Moorish castle, with admission and cab ride up to the site included. You’ll get to see its walls, towers, and courtyards, and enjoy breathtaking views. The castle is also famous as a filming location for the series Game of Thrones.
12:15 p.m. - Departure from Almodóvar del Río.
12:45 p.m. - Córdoba. Arrival in this renowned city, once the capital of the Caliphate of Córdoba during the Islamic era. You’ll have free time to explore the city center. After lunch, we’ll include a city tour with a local guide and tickets to the magnificent Mosque-Cathedral, the city’s most iconic monument and a masterpiece of both Islamic and Christian architecture. During the tour, you’ll see the old quarter, a World Heritage Site full of narrow streets, flower-filled patios and historical buildings, and the Old Synagogue (admission included).
04:30 p.m. - Departure from Córdoba after the panoramic tour.
04:50 p.m. - Medina Azahara (admission included). Just outside Córdoba, we’ll visit the archaeological site of Medina Azahara, a city-palace built in the 10th century by the Umayyad Caliph Abd al-Rahman III. Designed as a symbol of the caliphate’s power and splendor, this World Heritage Site offers a glimpse into Andalusia’s past.
06:00 p.m. - Departure from Medina Azahara, returning to Córdoba.
06:20 p.m. - Córdoba. You’ll have time to continue exploring and enjoying the city.
Note: From June 21 to September 20, the visit to Medina Azahara will take place in the evening to avoid the heat and enjoy the cooler temperatures and nighttime lighting of the site.
Scenery: Expansive olive groves, agricultural landscapes, and picturesque white villages.
09:00 a.m. - Departure from Córdoba after breakfast, crossing through vast regions of olive groves.
10:00 a.m. - Baena. We’ll stop in this charming town with Roman roots, renowned for producing high-quality olive oil. We’ll visit the Núñez de Prado Olive Oil Mill, one of the oldest in the Mediterranean, housed in an 18th-century building, where traditional methods have been passed down through generations. Here, we’ll learn about olive oil production and olive groves, and enjoy a tasting of pan con aceite (bread with olive oil).
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Baena.
12:45 p.m. - Granada. Arrival in one of Spain’s most iconic cities. It’s most famous monument, the Alhambra, is a magnificent Nasrid palace and citadel and UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in Europe. Admission and guided visit to the Alhambra are included. Lunch is also included. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore the city at your own pace, during which you can visit the cathedral or stroll through the Albaicín, the old Moorish quarter with narrow-cobbled streets that offers stunning views of the Alhambra.
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: Great views of the sea, white villages, and mountains.
Today, we’ll experience one of the most beautiful stages of our trip, touring the White Villages, with their stunning mountain landscapes that truly reflect the Andalusian spirit.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Málaga, following the Mediterranean coast.
09:30 a.m. - Puerto Banús (Marbella). We’ll have time to stroll around one of Spain´s most exclusive and luxurious marinas, a popular destination for celebrities. Its docks are lined with luxury yachts, and the surrounding area features high-end designer boutiques.
10:45 a.m. - Departure from Puerto Banús. We’ll continue our journey through beautiful scenery toward the Andalusian mountains.
12:00 p.m. - Ronda. We’ll arrive in one of the most picturesque cities in Andalusia, perched on a deep gorge known as El Tajo, which splits the city in two. You’ll have time to explore, enjoy a traditional included lunch, and visit the bullring (admission inlcuded), famous for being one of the oldest and most spectacular in Spain, inaugurated in 1785.
03:00 p.m. - Departure from Ronda.
03:30 p.m. - Setenil de las Bodegas. We’ll have time for a walk and a coffee in this spectacular white village embedded in the rock, known for its cave houses.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from Setenil de las Bodegas.
05:30 p.m. - Olvera. We’ll stop in this picturesque village in the Sierra de Cádiz. Highlights include its 12th-century Moorish castle and neoclassical church. The cobblestone streets and whitewashed houses with balconies filled with flowers are a classic Andalusian scene. Admission to the castle and museum is included, offering insights into the history and lifestyle of Andalusian villages in the early 20th century.
07:00 p.m. - Departure from Olvera.
08:30 p.m. - Jerez de la Frontera. We recommend a stroll through the historic center, a visit to the cathedral, and enjoying tapas in the traditional tabancos .
Scenery: Highlights include a small sea crossing and a passage over the suspension bridge.
We´ll be in the heart of Andalusia. Jerez is famous for its wine tradition, but it’s also a center of Andalusian equestrian culture and the birthplace of flamenco. After breakfast, we’ll photograph the exterior of the Moorish Alcázar, then visit the Andalusian Flamenco Center, where we’ll learn about flamenco, a fundamental part of Jerez´s cultural identity, with deep gypsy roots. Afterward, we’ll visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art (admission included), where we’ll tour the harness museum, see the Andalusian horses in their stables, and observe their training.
12:30 p.m. - Departure from Jerez.
01:00 p.m. - Puerto de Santa María. We’ll discover this seafaring city, famous for its wines and gastronomy, especially seafood and fresh fish. Admission to the Bodegas Osborne, known for their iconic bull logo, is included, with a guided tour, a walk through the Toro Gallery, and a tasting of their wines. You’ll have free time to stroll around and enjoy lunch. We recommend dining at the restaurants on the Ribera del Marisco.
04:00 p.m. - Departure from Puerto de Santa María. We’ll take a boat for a half-hour trip to Cádiz. Enjoy the sea!
04:30 p.m. - Cádiz. Free time in one of the oldest cities in Europe, founded by the Phoenicians. Its historic center, known as “La Habana Chica” due to its striking resemblance to the Cuban capital, is of great beauty, with lively squares, narrow streets, and a stunning cathedral.
07:00 p.m. - Departure from Cádiz. In the late afternoon, we’ll leave the city, crossing the magnificent suspension bridge towards Seville.
08:30 p.m. - Seville. Arrival in the evening.
Scenery: Pleasant and varied landscapes.
Note: Remember to wear comfortable shoes.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from Seville after breakfast.
09:00 a.m. - Italica (admission included). We’ll visit this ancient Roman city, the birthplace of emperors Trajan and Hadrian. Its amphitheater, one of the largest in the Roman Empire, could hold 25,000 spectators. We’ll also explore its baths, mosaics, and ancient Roman domus.
10:30 a.m. - Departure from Italica.
12:00 p.m. - Palos de la Frontera. Arrival at the port from where Columbus´ ships set sail for America in 1492. We’ll visit La Rábida Monastery (admission included), where Columbus secured support for his expedition, and the Wharf of the Caravels (admission included), where we’ll see replicas of the ships that crossed the Atlantic more than 500 years ago.
02:00 p.m. - Departure from Palos de la Frontera.
02:30 p.m. - Huelva. We’ll have time for lunch in this provincial capital, neighboring Portugal and bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, known for its strong seafaring tradition. We recommend a stroll through Plaza de las Monjas in the historic center, or a visit to the town hall or the cathedral.
04:00 p.m. - Departure from Huelva. We’ll follow the Atlantic coastline, passing by the Doñana National Park, famous for its moving dunes, migratory birds, and unique wildlife, including endangered species like the Iberian lynx.
05:00 p.m. - El Rocío. We’ll visit this small village, renowned for its annual pilgrimage that attracts millions of pilgrims in honor of its virgin. The sandy streets and white houses create a charming rural and traditional atmosphere. We’ll visit the sanctuary and enjoy stunning views over Doñana.
06:00 p.m. - Departure from El Rocío.
07:15 p.m. – Seville.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.