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A Week In Andalucia
offered by supplier M16296 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 8
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 15
people
Destination(s):
Spain
Specialty Categories:
Cultural Journey
Walking Tours
Season: April - February
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 920 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 980 US Dollar (USD)
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Our base, the Cortijo Rosario, is surrounded by arable land and rolling hills dotted with olive trees and sunflowers. The surrounding area is tranquil, timeless and rich in Moorish history. We are well situated to explore the great cities of Seville and Cordoba, the dramatic hill town of Ronda and the 'white villages' of Andalucia. This is a relaxing trip combining the cultural highlights and the peace of the Andalucian countryside with great food and wine. Look out for some of our themed weeks where you can learn Spanish or experience yoga in a peaceful Andalucian setting.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Start Cortijo Rosario.
Day 2: Leisurely day. Stay by the pool or take a half-day guided walk on the trails around the Cortijo, through the nearby hills and olive groves.
Day 3: Ronda. Perched on a high escarpment, Ronda is famed for its dramatic 18th century bridge. It is pleasant to stroll in the historic quarters and visit the oldest bullring in Spain and its museum. After lunch we cross Andalucia's highest road, the 'Puerto de los Palomas' (1357m) on the way to the beautiful village of Zahara de la Sierra where we stop for a drink in the square and climb up to the Moorish fort.
Day 4: Olvera and Setenil. Olvera is one of the most scenic of the 'pueblos blancos' ('white villages' built by the Moors); the Arab castle here dates back to AD 700. We head to Setenil, built under overhanging rock, and a good place to wander and buy ceramics and local crafts.
Day 5: Cordoba. Once the Moorish capital of 'Al Andalus', Cordoba rivalled Constantinople in wealth and culture for over four hundred years. One outstanding building remains, the 'Mezquita', the third largest mosque in the world and one of the most beautiful Islamic buildings in existence. Around the 'Mezquita' lie the old Moorish and Jewish quarters of the town, with endless fascinating alleys to explore on foot.
Day 6: Free day. Spend the day sightseeing, take a self guided walk to a nearby village for lunch or relax by the pool.
Day 7: Seville. Near the centre of the city is the evocative 'Giralda'. Originally built as a minaret for the central mosque in Seville it is now the bell-tower for the enormous cathedral. Close by is the magnificent 'Alcazar', a complex of palaces with fine examples of Moorish and 'Mudejar' architecture and lovely gardens.
Day 8: End Cortijo Rosario.
- Mode of travel: A dedicated minibus is used for all transport. Some gentle walking and city orientation tours on foot. All activities are optional, so you can take time out to relax or make your own visits whenever you wish. All activities are optional.
- Group size: Min. 2, max. 15, plus leader, driver and local staff.
- Accommodation: 7 nights at the Cortijo Rosario.
- Food: All breakfasts and 7 dinners included.
- Optional Single Supplement: from $200.00
- Trip Reference: DSW
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Local Payment: 120 EUR
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