Trekking in Granada

Trip Highlights

The Moorish Kingdom of Granada was established in the thirteenth century encompassing the provinces of Granada, Malaga, and Almeria. For 250 years the region had a thriving Islamic culture evidenced today by the architectural legacies found throughout the area.

The Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, is representative of the Muslim, Jewish and Christian influences which affected the Kingdom of Granada throughout the centuries. During this week long walking tour there will be ample time to contemplate the rich history with a series of walks to visit centuries old Moorish towns and villages in the high valleys of the Alpujarras and the Taha de Pitres with their crumbling fortresses and castles and the troglodyte quarter of Guadix.

Set at the foot of the snow capped Sierra Nevada mountain range, Granada is a natural base to amble the impressive trails before spending time in the cities Albayzin quarter and the Alhambra Palace.

Note: The June, July and August departures follow a slightly altered itinerary and inclusions provided to take account of festivals or summer walking opportunities ie. an ascent of the Mulhacen (3482m), the highest mountain in the Iberian peninsula.

Price Details

Price

From: GBP850 per person (8 Days)

Price Includes

• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners
• one evenings entertainment in Granada
• experienced walking guide
• internal transfers

Price Excludes

Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Málaga, transfer to Pampaneira
DAY 2 Walk to view Moorish villages via a series of 'empedrado' footpaths (4.5-5hrs)
DAY 3 From Trevélez to Juviles, transfer to La Calahorra via the ruins of the Alcazaba de Aldeire fortress (5hrs)
DAY 4 Visit castle then walk in the Sierra de Baza Natural Park (4.5hrs)
DAY 5 Walk (depending on season) either to the Vereda de la Estrella (6hrs) or the wooded Sierra de Huétor (3.5hrs) to view the Sierra Nevada, then on to Granada
DAY 6 A day to explore Granada including the Albayzín quarter and the Alhambra palace
DAY 7 Morning walk through the Arenales del Trevenque with its fascinating alpine flora, afternoon free in Granada
DAY 8 Transfer to Málaga (arrival 11am earliest), trip concludes

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Accommodation Details

7 nights accommodation in 2 star hotels with private facilities