Moorish Spain Explorer

Al-Andalus was a Muslim state that ignited Europe for centuries. It's now more commonly known as Spain. Discover the romance and intrigue for yourself on an 8-day tour that offers expert guidance but leaves plenty of free time to unravel the mysteries on your own.

You'll explore Madrid's museums, walk Toledo's streets, and embrace Andalucia's Moorish spirit in converted mosques, Seville's cathedral and the Alhambra of Granada. From gypsy culture to flamenco passion, encounter a culture a thousand years in the making.

 

Itinerary

Day 1 Madrid
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Toledo/Madrid
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Toledo. Return at your leisure to Madrid and opt to visit museums or take in a flamenco show.

Day 3 Cordoba
Travel by high speed train to Cordoba and visit the mezquita (mosque). Afterwards, stroll the historic medieval Jewish quarter, full of narrow winding lanes and traditional houses.

Days 4-5 Granada
Travel to the Andaluz city of Granada and take an orientation walk, including a guided visit of the Alhambra. Free time to explore with the option to take a bike tour or visit the cathedral.

Days 6 Ronda
Catch a train and explore the town of Ronda on the El Tajo Gorge. Cross the Puente Nuevo and go down into the gorge itself for incredible views. Free afternoon for exploring the many attractions of the town with options to go hiking, canoeing or caving.

Day 7 Seville
Travel to Seville, opt to take a walking tour in the Santa Cruz quarter, visit the cathedral, Giralda or Casa Pilates, or enjoy a traditional flamenco show.

Day 8 Seville
Depart at any time.

 

What's Included

• Tour of Toledo
• Explore Cordoba including the mezquita (mosque) and the medieval Jewish quarter
• Granada orientation walk including a guided visit of the Alhambra
• El Tajo Gorge excursion and walk
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
• 7 breakfasts. (Allow EUR200-300 for meals not included.)
• Public bus, train, walking.
• Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guide.
• Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 9.
• Comfort hotels (7 nts).

 

Trip Specifics

• Duration: 8 days
• Start / Finish: Madrid to Seville 
• Price: £1379 
• Code: ESMS