EXCURSIONS DESCRIPTION from COSTA DEL SOL Tour Code ... · the Alhambra as a symbol of new power,...

EXCURSIONS DESCRIPTION from COSTA DEL SOL

Valid from 01.05.16 to 31.10.17 Revised: 11/07/2016

Tour Code: GRANADA ALHAMBRA & GENERALIFE

01 (FULL DAY GUIDED TOUR)

There are very few cities which have such a dense history so well reflected in the many monuments, in its appearance and in the atmosphere of its daily life. This tour offers a visit to the Alhambra (13th – 15th Century), a fortified palatine city, built by the Nasrid Kings, which also includes its Alcazaba Citadel and the Palaces of “Los Leones” and “Comares”. The “Generalife”, a summer residence set in beautiful gardens. The so-called “Royal Room of Santo Domingo” built in the orchards of Almaxarra. The Palace of Alcazar Genil used by the Nasrid Queens. The Palace of Charles 5th, designed in 1526 by Pedro Machuca in the heart of the Alhambra as a symbol of new power, in the most outstanding Renaissance work in Granada and possibly in Spain. Lunch for those that have it included or free time to visit the different monuments in central Granada like: the Madraza, an old Arabic University, the Alcaiceria, the narrow market, and close by, the Corral del Carbon, the old Market. Duration: 10-12 hours depending on hotel location Services included:

Comfortable air conditioned motor-coach

Escort guide and local guide

Entrance fees to the Alhambra & Generalife

Lunch (Depending on option chosen)



Tour Code: RONDA MONUMENTAL & MARBELLA


Departure to the "Serranía de Ronda” to enjoy its magnificent scenery. Ronda, city of famous “Bandoleros” and Bullfighters. The impressive Tajo, with superb views can be enjoyed from the Bridges “Nuevo”. The Tajo's depth reached 320 meters. Visit of the historic Bullring, the oldest in Spain (1785) and its adjoining Museum of Bullfighting art and history, Santa Maria Church and Don Bosco House. Lunch for those that have it included or free time for those who don’t, to enjoy this wonderful city and its spectacular views of the mountainside. At scheduled time, departure to Marbella, visit the old town Plaza de los Naranjos and the Town Hall Building. Duration: 9-10 hours depending on hotel location Services included:

Comfortable air conditioned motor-coach.


Panoramic and walking city tour in Ronda and Marbella

Entrance fees to the bullring, the bullfighting museum, Santa Maria Church. and Don Bosco House




Tour Code: GIBRALTAR 1 DAY TOUR

(3 Options) 03 (FULL DAY GUIDED TOUR)

GIBRALTAR VISIT Full day guided tour called "Rock Tour". Visiting the British

Colony since 1713 and often described as the shopping centre of the Western Mediterranean with a large range of shops offering a vast selection of goods. This Tour is probably the easiest way to see the most spectacular sights on the Rock. Above St. Michael’s Cave. Situated at a height of approximately 300 m. above sea level, this is one of Europe’s most dramatic natural grottoes, a remarkable example of natural architecture. The Ape’s Den. The Apes are tail-less monkeys properly known as Barbary apes. Roaming freely along the upper rock, these endearing creatures will enchant you with their antics. They are perhaps the best known of Gibraltar’s attractions. Free Time for Shopping and Lunch

GIBRALTAR SHOPPING includes only transportation with escort guide and

free time for shopping or to explore the Rock. Free Time for Lunch

GIBRALTAR DOLPHINS includes only transportation with escort guide and a

trip by boat designed for marine observation, see the dolphins, and hear their sounds of them playing underwater. Free Time for Shopping and Lunch

Duration of this tour 9-10 hours (depending on hotel location)



Tour Code: SEVILLE MONUMENTAL


Seville, the Andalusia’s capital is internationally known and has an impressive monumental heritage. This excursion offers a panoramic tour of this fascinating city, the cared for gardens at Maria Luisa Park, the Plaza de España and walk through the typical and delightful Jewish district of “Santa Cruz”. This tour also includes a visit to the Cathedral (15th C.) the largest Gothic Church in Christendom, with its magnificent chancel, carvings by Martinez Montañez and paintings by Murillo, Zurbaran and Goya. Of the Almohade Aljama Mosque (12 C.) there still remains its striking minaret, the slenderest tower in muslim architecture - the "Giralda", to which an exquisite bell tower was added in the 16th Century. Lunch for those that have it included or free time for those who don’t. Duration: 11-13 hours depending on hotel location Services included:



Guided city tour

Entrance to the Cathedral & la Giralda




Tour Code: CORDOBA MONUMENTAL


The seat of the independent Caliphate. Abderrahman 1st initiated in the 8th Century the construction of the Aljama Mosque, one of the most emblematic buildings of Islamic Art. Extended on various occasions, for the last time by Almanzor on the 10th Century. It is a fascinating building which offers surprising light and colour effects as well as beautiful doors and nearly a thousands columns. The Cathedral of Gothic, Baroque and Plateresque elements was built inside in the 16th Century. The panoramic tour shows the Roman Bridge displaying the restoration work performed by the Muslims. The “Juderia” (Jewish Quarter), with its Synagogue, situated near “La Aljama” district. Lunch for those that have it included or free time for those who don’t. Duration: 11-13 hours depending on hotel location Services included:



Walking guided city tour

Entrance fees to the Mosque/Cathedral and the Synagogue




Tour Code: TANGIER (MOROCCO)


Across from Strait of Gibraltar, crossing the strait by ferry, we are in Tangier, a Moroccan and cosmopolitan town to be discovered. Inhabited by the Phoenician, Romans, Vandals, Berbers and Arabs, the period of foreign domination under the Portuguese, Spanish, British and French, as an international city and finally its annexation by Morocco have all gone into moulding the character of the Tangier we know today. Visit the crowded Souks, the walled area of the Medina, the Kasbah with its narrow streets leading to bazaars offering a bewildering array of goods, from copper to woollen carpets, from slippers to hats. Lunch as a group in a Typical Moroccan restaurant. Duration: 11-12 hours depending on hotel location Services included:



Ferry boat to cross the strait

Panoramic and walking city tour

Typical Moroccan lunch



Tour Code: NERJA & FRIGILIANA


In the Eastern Coast of Malaga Province, Frigiliana shines with mosaic paved streets and immaculate white houses. This beautiful village maintains a Morisco-Mudejar centre which has received numerous awards for its excellent state of conservation. Taste the local sweet wine and enjoy free time for strolling around. A few kilometres from Frigiliana, we will find Nerja, a village that still retains much of the character of its Moorish past. The historic centre was constructed around 1.487 of which the Balcon de Europa (Balcony of Europe) is part. Formerly a XI Century Castle, it is now a viewing point above the sea. To the side of the Balcon is the XVII Century El Salvador Church constructed in Barroque-Mudejar style. Visit for those that have the caves included, site of the magnificent prehistoric Caves known as the “Underground Cathedral” a unique example of natural architecture, with stalactites and stalagmites that were formed over millions of years. Free Time in Nerja for Lunch Duration: 7-8 hours depending on hotel location Services included:



Panoramic city tour

Entrance to the Nerja Caves (depending on option chosen)



Tour Code: MARBELLA & PUERTO BANUS

08 (HALF DAY GUIDED TOUR)

Its origins date back to 1600: It was founded by the Romans with the name of “Salduba” during the Arab reign, became a prosperous city called “Marbi-la” and in 1485 was conquered by the Catholic Kings. On the Costa del Sol, Marbella is the main reference point. Here we find the popular Jet Set, who fill so many magazines.

The Old Town is a historic and architectonic area, magnificently conserved and with intense commercial activity where the most extraordinary establishments will be found surrounded by white streets and balconies full of flowers. The Castle, situated in the historical centre, it is the only construction that has been conserved from the Muslin period.

Puerto Banús, situated just 6 km from the urban area, it is one of the most famous ports of the Spanish coasts. It is visited by more than 4 millions people per year. It was inaugurated in 1970 and has 915 berths of between 8 and 50 m length which welcome some of the most luxurious ships in the world.

Duration: 4-5 hours depending on hotel location Services included:



Panoramic city tour



Tour Code: MALAGA

09 (HALF DAY GUIDED TOUR) Only for Groups

Described once by de Nobel Price winner Vicente Alexandre, as the City of Paradise, this tour shows in 3 hours the most interesting sight of Malaga. The “Alcazaba” (Citadel) and nearby the ancient Roman Theatre and not far away the house where Picasso was born. “The Gibralfaro” an old Arab Fortress offering fantastic views over the city and the Mediterranean. The Cathedral deserves a special mention as it is one of the best examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture. The interior, with its high and wide naves is noteworthy for its chapels, choir-stalls and paintings by Cano, Morales and Coello. Duration: 4-6 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Cathedral and Gibralfaro Castle entrance fees



Tour Code: MIJAS


Situated on the edge of the mountains surrounded by pine trees facing the Mediterranean sea, 8 km from Fuengirola and the Coast and 428m above sea level. A village full of history and culture that still conserves the image of a traditional Andalusian village. Called the “Essence of Andalusia” where all the flavour of the popular architecture combines in its white houses with the barred windows full of flowers and its narrow streets. There are many places to visit by foot: The shrine of the “Virgen de la Peña”, Parish Church, the Bullring, the auditorium and the “Carromato (wagon) de Max”, a museum of miniatures. There are alternative to walking, the Mijas Burro Taxis (donkies). For a reasonable amount one will be carried, in the traditional method through the narrow streets. Duration: 4 – 6 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Walking Tour (no entrance fees included)

Free time for shopping



Tour Code: COUNTRYSIDE


This interesting inland excursion gives the opportunity to know the Province, fertile region scattered with typical and enchanting villages of whitewashed houses and narrow streets. Alhaurin de la Torre, an important white-walled village, characteristic of the Costa del Sol. Alhaurin El Grande, situated on the north side of the Sierra de Mijas is an old Village of Roman origin. The Arabs called it “Alhaurin” and it was he Catholic Kings who added the “Grande”. Coin, which owes its current aspect to the Arabs who founded it in 929 A.D. naming it “Al Cohine”. Monda and Ojen, attractive villages set amongst varied scenery of great beauty. The fruit market in Coin and a Farm House (Hacienda) will be visited. Duration: 4 – 6 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Panoramic tour through the several inland villages.



Tour Code: ALFARNATEJO (HOME HOSTED LUNCH


Following the olive oil route with a brief stop to see the large olive groves, the oldest in the Region, visiting the "Almazara" which is the rural factory producing the oil, where the participants in the tour can taste a selection of different oils with typical farmer bread. In Alfarnatejo, a beautiful place in the northern part of the Axarquía in the Province of Malaga at 850 m above sea level, where only 500 people leave, we walk through the urban centre, where all the streets are of some interest to visitors. The most interesting buildings is the Parish Church of Santo Cristo de Cabrilla (18th Century) and the square tower built of fired bricks in the Mudejar style. A warm welcome with a glass of an exquisite sweet wine of the Region will be offered, meanwhile in the village square the women are waiting to take the people to their respective houses (little groups of 6/8 people) and they will share the lunch - sample of the excellent gastronomy of the area - together with their families. Duration: 7 - 8 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide.

Visit of the "Almazara"

Walking tour through the village

Lunch with local families.



Tour Code: RONDA BY TRAIN

13 (FULL DAY GUIDED TOUR) Only for Groups

We will travel to Antequera to embark the train to Ronda. After this pleasant train journey arrival and admire part of Ronda defences (ramparts, towers, Gate of Almocábar). The small “Guadalevin” river passes through the Town, dividing it in two, its course having created the 100 m deep “El Tajo” Gorge, which is today one of the distinguishing features of this City. The historic Bullring, the oldest in Spain (1785) constructed in stone and its adjoining Museum of Bullfighting Art and History. The old Ronda with its secluded Palaces and Churches including the “Plaza de la Duquesa de Parcent”, a unique square featuring the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria La Mayor, an interesting building due to its complexity, since the Gothic Church and the colossal Renaissance Church are built upon an Arab site using the remains of what was the Mosque. Duration: 6 - 8 hours (depending on the hotel location) Services included:


Escort guide

Panoramic city tour

Visit to: Bull Ring and its Museum, the wine Museum and wine tasting.

Lunch with local wine and mineral water. (Depending on the option chosen)



Tour Code: JEREZ


Jerez is a city of great personality. Throughout is long history, the combination of traditions and customs has captivated both inhabitants and visitors. The international prestige of sherry wines, its love of horses, the flamenco and the festive and sacred traditions summarise perfectly and completely the rich peculiarity of Andalusia. Our tour includes a visit to one of the most famous wine cellar “Gonzalez Byass” to see and admire the Royal Cellar of the Schell built by Gustave Eiffel, a film of the history of the wine in Jerez and the Cellar of the Apostles with cask of more than 300 years. The Cellar of the Kings, the Constance Cellar and finally see the famous mice that also love the sherry. Also included is the attendance to the Royal School of Equestrian Art to see the show “Those Amazing Dancing Andalusian Horses” , a fully fledged equestrian ballet, featuring choreography adapted from the training exercises of classical dressage and doma vaquera, with traditional Spanish music and costumes which date back to the 18th century. We can operate this tour with or without lunch. Duration: 7-10 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Panoramic city Tour

Entrance to the Sherry Wine Cellar and to the Equestrian Royal School

Lunch with local wine and mineral water (Depending on option chosen)



Tour Code: WINES & TAPAS


Travelling inland to the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam in the province of Malaga and one of the most important engineering work in Andalusia , this Dam is the biggest of the province and creates a number of man made lakes and forests. Free time at the Dam and departure at an specific time to Alora and visit this charming village including a visit to a family run Bodega for wine tasting and tapas. Duration: 4-5 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Panoramic El Chorro Dam and Alora

Wine & Tapas Tasting al local Winery



Tour Code: ANDALUSIAN COUNTRYSIDE


Departure from the coast for Malaga mountains range, crossing the pass of “Las pedrizas”, (2400 ft over sea-level), to reach the natural cross-roads of Andalusia, the Valley of Antequera. We stop for a Spanish light breakfast (included) at a local cafeteria. (coffee, tea or chocolate with bread and olive oil). We continue for Iznajar, a small and charming little town perched on a hill overlooking the impressive dam of Iznajar, largest one in Andalusia and third in Spain, (about 20 miles long), occupying land of three provinces, Cordoba, Granada & Malaga. It gathers water from Genil River which is the 2nd longest in Andalusia. After a stop for pictures of the dam, we walk to the village to visit its beautiful old quarters, located in what used to be the ancient citadel or Kasbah from its Moorish times. We proceed to Rute this town which dates back to the XIII century there is an Anisette liquor distillery reputed as being the oldest one in Andalusia. We shall visit its interesting Anisette Museum,and have a tasting of different liquors and then enjoy an excellent and tasty “tapas” lunch with wine, drinks & music, celebrated in the beautiful and colourful garden of a typical andalusian mansion. After stopping for a looks at the views from Virgen de Araceli Church and a visit to the shrine, we return to the coast. Duration: 7-10 hours depending on hotel location. Services included:


Escort guide

Typical Andalusian Breakfast

Entrance to Anisette Museum

Tapas Lunch

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