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Granada and the Alpujarras

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8 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
15 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Exploring Moorish villages with steep, narrow lanes which cling to the mountainside

Walking in beautiful surroundings at high elevations with sweeping views

Discovering the fascinating remains of times gone by, including ancient acequias and Moorish threshing circles

Being surrounded by diverse Mediterranean vegetation with the snowy peaks of Sierra Nevada as a backdrop

Itinerary

Uncover the magic of Granada and the Alpujarras on foot during this eight-day self-guided walking tour. The itinerary begins in Granada, offering time to visit the Alhambra and soak up the city’s cosmopolitan charm, before heading into the highland villages of the Alpujarras. Walk amidst terraced fields, Moorish white-washed villages, and the snow-capped Sierra Nevada backdrop. The moderate activity is perfect for experienced travelers and seniors seeking a balance of cultural immersion and natural beauty. The highlight of this tour package is its rich historical context, offering a deep dive into Spain’s Moorish heritage and stunning mountain vistas.

day 1Arrive Granada

Make your own way to the splendid city of Granada and your hotel. Granada is a small and surprisingly cosmopolitan city with an intriguing mix of ancient lanes and modern avenues. You can spend the afternoon and evening exploring the city and sampling the tapas.

day 2In Granada, free time to explore the Alhambra

day 3Local bus to Capileira then circular walk through the Río Poqueira Valley (3 or 5.5hrs)

day 4Walk through Taha de Pitres villages and forests to Mencina-Fondales (3hrs)

day 5Ascend to the highest village in the Alpujarras, Trevélez (7hrs)

day 6Choice of walks from Trevélez including a short walk along the Camino de Granada (3.5-8hrs)

day 7Ascend El Portichuelo and continue to Bérchules (5.5hrs)

day 8Optional walk through the Río Grande valley (3hrs), return to Granada by local bus

What's Included

Accommodation
7 nights accommodation in 2-3 star hotels and charming guesthouses on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Others
Digital information pack including maps and guidebook plus navigational appLuggage transfers on days 4, 5 and 7, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess (you will need to take your luggage with you on the bus from Granada to Capileira on day 3, and from Berchules to Granada on day 8)Emergency hotline

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Well organised, great accommodation.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

We did enjoy the walk immensely

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Everything worked slick; the map on the app worked great, our bags got moved, the places we stayed at were very fine. The only hiccup we had was at the last stop at Berchules; the innkeeper had not been told that we were supposed to have dinner with them. It wasn’t a big deal as we just went to the local pub.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

An amazing hike. It is hard work with lots of mountains to climb, but very rewarding. The app makes it really easy to follow the route. The white villages are beautiful and all the accommodation was very comfortable.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Walking Granada and in Las Alpujarras was an amazing walk, in beautiful autumn weather. The region and its villages was fascinating, the accommodation and food commendable. We had a glitch with bus travel to the first village, but on the whole, everything went very well. I would recommend this walk.

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