Welcome to the real Andalucia. Internationally famous for the unique Roman and Arab legacy found in Granada, Cordoba, Ronda as well as for sherry and brandy, horses, flamenco, culture, white villages, bulls and excellent gastronomy found in Jerez, Cadiz and Seville. This tour features guided visits to the monumental complex of The Alhambra, The Generalife, the jasmine scented streets of the Moorish Albaycin quarter in Granada as well as the incredible Mosque, the Jewish Quarter in Cordoba and the impressive gorge dividing Ronda.
Wine lovers will be impressed by our wine estates, visits at the foor of the Sierra Nevada mountain range as well as the traditional wine region of Montilla-Moriles, well known among wine, sherry and brandy enthusiasts and the up and coming wine region of ronda, tasting the wines of this favored microclimate region. This program features Jerez and its surroundings, visiting two top wine estates with a splendid guided tour tasting different types of wine, sherry and brandy.
Visit Grazalema, where we admire the white village of Zahara de la Sierra, one of the most stunning in Andalucia. Here we learn the traditional methods of olive oil producing in a mill dating back to 1755. After Grazalema we will head for Arcos de la Frontera, a stunning town situated on cliffs high above the river, with cobblestone streets leading to a castle. The views are staggering.
Your guide will walk you through a labyrinth of narrow streets and alleys, experiencing one of the most spectacular views in Spain. After a private visit to the stunning Alcazar, experience a famous show of dancing horses. By night witness a real Flamenco Show with authentic dancers, signers and guitarists. You will also visit the fishing port of Puerto Santa Maria, famous for its fine sandy beaches and excellent cuisine. It is from here you will visit the oldest city in Europe- Cadiz, on a pleasure cruise admiring the amazing bay. And, no itinerary would be complete without a visit to the magnificent city of Seville, including the Cathedral and Giralda Tower, and the Jewish Quarter.
Enjoy unique accommodations in historic buildings such as palaces, monasteries, wineries, castles and boutique hotels, catering to your personal preferences. The meals are based on a varied gastronomy, from traditional to modern, and tapas to suit all tastes, including gourmet lunches in highly regarded local restaurants and a silver service lunch at a prestigious catering school. Come, explore the Real Andalucia!
Day 1: Granada, Spain
Day 2: Granada
Day 3: Granada- Montilla- Cordoba- Granada
Day 4: Granada- Ronda
Day 5: Ronda- Grazalema National Park- Arcos de la Frontera- Jerez
Day 6: Jerez- Cadiz- Jerez
Day 7: Jerez
Day 8: Jerez- Seville
Day 9: Seville- Depart