Down South, Self-drive
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- Self-drive or vehicle rental
- Art and architecture
- Family
- duration 8 days
- tour type Private
- age requirement 6-99 yrs
- max group size 30
- guiding method Self-guided
- Tour Code BM-32854
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Footprint
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- Operated in English
- Starts Seville, Spain
- Ends Seville, Spain
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Ronda: This charming city hugs the edges of a 120-metre gorge and is packed with historic churches and palaces, as well as Spain’s oldest bullring.
- Jerez de la Frontera: A beautiful baroque city, which gave its name to sherry, is considered the spiritual home of Spanish horsemanship.
- White village route: Journey through the picturesque highlands of the Sierra de Grazalema and behold the rustic beauty of its whitewashed villages.
- Seville: Explore the elegant capital of Andalusia, visiting the world-famous Plaza de España, the former royal palace and cathedral as well as strolling through old Jewish quarter.
- Cordoba: Discover the magnificent Great Mosque, wander through the former Jewish district and visit the synagogue.
- Granada: Be dazzled by the jewel in Andalusia’s crown with a photo stop to the awe-inspiring Alhambra palace as well as a stroll through the ancient Albaicin district.
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Start and end in Seville, the "Down South, Self-drive" trip is a self-guided art and architecture trip that takes 8 days. You will travel through Jerez, Seville and Granada in Spain. "Down South, Self-drive" is a private trip which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.
The passion, romance, mystique, beauty and history of Spain are nowhere more evident than in ancient Andalusia, the vast southern region, with a name that became a byword for Spanish culture. This fascinating eight-day self-drive tour gives you the chance to discover the cultural riches of Andalusia, from Phoenician times through the Roman, Muslim, Jewish, and Christian periods. Visit spellbinding world heritage sights such as the Alcazar and cathedral in Seville, the Great Mosque of Cordoba, and contemplate great views of the Alhambra in Granada.
The passion, romance, mystique, beauty and history of Spain are nowhere more evident than in ancient Andalusia, the vast southern region, with a name that became a byword for Spanish culture. This fascinating eight-day self-drive tour gives you the chance to discover the cultural riches of Andalusia, from Phoenician times through the Roman, Muslim, Jewish, and Christian periods. Visit spellbinding world heritage sights such as the Alcazar and cathedral in Seville, the Great Mosque of Cordoba, and contemplate great views of the Alhambra in Granada.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Arrival Seville
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Day 2: Seville – Jerez De La Frontera (90 Km – 1.5 Hrs)
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Day 3: Jerez De La Frontera – Ronda (115 Km – 1.5 Hrs)
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Day 4: Ronda – Granada (180 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
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Day 5: Granada
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Day 6: Granada – Cordoba (200 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
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Day 7: Cordoba – Seville (140 Km – 1.5 Hrs)
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Day 8: Depart Seville
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 7 nights' accommodation
- Superior Hotel Category = Silken Al Andalus or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Jerez & Spa or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Maestranza or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Luna de Granada or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Ayre Cordoba or similar 4*
Meals
- 7 breakfasts
Transport
- Basic and Super Collision Damage Waiver (CDW, SCWD), Vehicle theft (STP), Supercover (cover against damage without excess except windows or wheels)
Others
- Applicable local taxes (VAT)
- Unlimited mileage
- Road assistance 24-hour telephone service
- Full-Full petrol rate
- Car Group Category B = Seat Ibiza or similar
- Car Group Category C = Seat Leon or similar
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section
- National or International flights
- All types of insurance except mentioned car insurance
- Entry visas to Spain and Gibraltar (if applicable)
- Entrance tickets to any venue, museum or activity
- Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving
- Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle
- Damage to the engine through negligence
- Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition
- Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of a fine being received there will be an administration charge
- Each additional driver fee
- Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc)
- No insurance cover in Gibraltar.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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5 - Excellent
Loved the self-drive tour, gave us the ability to stay on our own schedule. Locations were great with lots to explore in each town as well as along the drive. Ronda and Seville were our favorite! We had the ability to stop while... Read more
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Down South, Self-drive tour. You can cancel the tour up to 12 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 11 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 04 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 04 May 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 11 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceDown South, Self-drive tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Down South, Self-drive tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
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COVID-19 Safety Measures
Drivers age from 26 to 75 years old (must have had their driver´s licence for a minimum of one year)
Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s licence together with the original from their country of origin. If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused days Deposit credit card Visa or MasterCard only Accident/theft reporting must be notified within 48 hours of incident In cases where, following the return of the vehicle, additional cleaning is required due to the car being dirty beyond the level expected from normal vehicle use, an additional charge shall apply, against evidence of the cost of the service providedThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
- Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
- Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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