Grand Tour Andalusia from Malaga

Departure from Italy on scheduled flights from Rome, Milan, Bergamo, Bologna, Venice and Naples. Arrival at the hotel and meet your tour guide and fellow travelers at 8:30 PM. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Departure at 8:30 AM, following the scenic coastline for a short stop near Gibraltar, where you will enjoy magnificent views of the Rock of Gibraltar, the famous British Overseas Territory. Continue to Cádiz, one of Spain's oldest cities, with more than 3,000 years of history, ideally located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, Cádiz became Spain's main port for trade with the Americas. Free lunch, with the opportunity to sample the city's famous fried fish in one of its traditional local restaurants. Continue to Jerez de la Frontera to visit a renowned Sherry winery, where you will learn about the winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of the region's world-famous Sherry wines. Afterwards, continue to Seville. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of Seville, including a visit to the Seville Cathedral, the third-largest Christian church in the world. Admire this magnificent architectural masterpiece together with La Giralda, the former minaret of the mosque that was later transformed into the cathedral's iconic bell tower.

Continue with a pleasant walk through the charming Santa Cruz Quarter, a maze of narrow streets, picturesque squares and flower-filled courtyards. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Departure for Cordoba and visit to the magnificent Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, one of the greatest masterpieces of Islamic architecture in Spain, renowned for its remarkable forest of columns and richly decorated mihrab. Continue with a walk through the charming Jewish Quarter, with its narrow streets, flower-filled balconies and traditional Andalusian patios. Afterwards, continue to Granada. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Morning guided tour of Granada, including a visit to the Granada Cathedral, a masterpiece of the Spanish Renaissance. Continue to the Royal Chapel, home to the sculptural tomb of the Catholic Monarchs.

Then reach a panoramic area to admire the Alhambra from the outside, once a royal palace and fortress of the Nasrid kings, symbol of the city's medieval Muslim splendour. The tour will end by 1:00 PM. Free afternoon, with the option to visit the Alhambra independently by purchasing an entrance ticket. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Departure for Antequera to visit the Dolmens of Menga and Viera, remarkable megalithic monuments listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the Alcazaba of Antequera, the ancient Arab fortress, offering magnificent views over the city and the famous Lovers' Rock, known for its distinctive profile and legendary tale.

Free time for lunch. In the afternoon continue to Malaga for a panoramic city tour, including the Alcazaba of Malaga, beautifully set between the port and the surrounding hills. Enjoy a walk through the historic centre, visiting Calle Larios, Pasaje de Chinitas, Plaza de la Merced, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, and the impressive Malaga Cathedral. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Breakfast. Departure for Ronda, one of Andalusia's most spectacular towns, perched on a dramatic rocky plateau. The famous El Tajo Gorge, over 100 metres deep, splits the historic centre and offers breathtaking views. Visit the historic quarter, including the Collegiate Church of Santa María la Mayor, an important Renaissance monument preserving an arch from the former main mosque, and the historic Plaza de Toros, one of Spain's oldest and most prestigious bullrings.

On the return journey, stop in Mijas, a charming Andalusian white village overlooking the Costa del Sol. Enjoy free time to stroll through its picturesque streets and admire the panoramic views. The village is also famous for its traditional donkey taxis. Dinner and overnight stay.

Departure from Malaga on scheduled flights to Rome, Milan, Bergamo, Bologna, Venice and Naples. End of our services.

Notes:

(1) Overnight accommodation may be arranged on the nearby Costa del Sol instead of Malaga. You will be informed before departure.

(2) For Friday departures, the visit to Seville Cathedral will take place on Sunday afternoon, as the cathedral is closed on Sunday mornings for religious services.

(3) The order of the visits may also be reversed, with Mijas visited in the morning followed by Ronda.