Spain: Classic Andalusia

DAY 1: SEVILLE
Arrival art Seville airport and private tour, with a guide in Spanish, to experience the authentic culture of tapas in the city.

Walk through the historic center, with stops at traditional bars to sample three selected tapas, each paired with a local drink.

Then, ride a horse-drawn carriage to enjoy the charm of the illuminated city at night, with drop off at the hotel.

Accommodation for 3 nights, with breakfast.


DAY 2: SEVILLE
Breakfast at the hotel and full-day tour, with a private guide in Spanish, through the main points of the city, considered the largest Renaissance metropolis in Spain.

A visit to the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, built on an old 12th-century mosque, and the Real Alcázar (Royal Alcáceres of Seville), the oldest royal palace in continuous use in Europe, stands out for its fusion of architectural styles and magnificent Moorish-influenced gardens.

Lunch (with selected wines) at a local restaurant.

Then, a panoramic tour of the city with a visit to the University (former Royal Tobacco Factory), Plaza de España in María Luisa Park, Palacio de San Telmo, Torre del Oro, Plaza de Toros da Real Maestranza (Plaza de Toros de Sevilla), the Triana neighborhood, known for its ceramic workshops, Puente de Isabel II (Triana Bridge), Expo 1992 area with modern bridges and the Basilica de la Macarena.


DAY 3: SEVILLE
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour with a visit to a family farm dedicated to the creation of the wild bull, an animal symbol of Andalucia's cultural heritage.

4WD tour of the property, accompanied by the mayor, to learn about the entire process and the importance of this tradition, with the tasting of appetizers and drinks in the countryside.

Then, flamenco performance at the Tablao Flamenco El Arenal, with a selected drink included.

Finally, dinner (without drinks) at a typical restaurant, with a selection of tapas.


DAY 4: SEVILLE - CORDOBA
Breakfast, hotel check-out and private transfer to Córdoba.

Half-day walking tour, with a guide in Spanish, to discover the city's famous courtyards, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Passage through the neighborhoods of Santa Marina, San Agustín and San Lorenzo, where there are some of the city's most emblematic and flowery courtyards, traditional participants in the Most Beautiful Courtyards Competition, held since 1918.

Finally, dinner (without drinks) on an authentic Cordovan patio, with the surrounding atmosphere of the sound of a live flamenco guitar.

Accommodation for 2 nights, with breakfast.


DAY 5: CÓRDOBA
Breakfast at the hotel. Half-day private walking tour, with guide in Spanish, of Córdoba, a city recognized by UNESCO for its impressive cultural and monumental heritage.

Visit the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, an architectural jewel transformed into a cathedral in the 13th century and a symbol of the Muslim and Christian legacy, and the medieval synagogue, built in 1315, an important testimony to the Jewish presence in the city.

Finally, tour the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos (Alcázar of the Christian Kings), an old palace of Moorish origin on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, which housed Spanish monarchs throughout history.


DAY 6: CÓRDOBA - GRANADA
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Private transfer to Granada. Half-day private tour, with guide in Spanish, of the Alhambra palace complex, the city's main attraction.

Guided walk through the complex and its gardens located on a hill with panoramic views of Granada and the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Visit the Nasrid Palaces, with intricate woodwork, stucco and Moorish tiles; the Renaissance Palace of Carlos V; the Alcazaba fortress; and the Generalife gardens, famous for their fountains, vegetable gardens and lush flowery corners.

Accommodation for 2 nights, with breakfast.


DAY 7: GRANADA
Breakfast at the hotel. Cooking class at a school located in the center of Granada, to learn recipes of Spanish cuisine, in addition to tasting olive oils, regional wines and olives.

Then, visit the Gothic Cathedral of Granada and the Royal Chapel, the burial place of the Catholic Monarchs. Continue through the historic neighborhood of Albaicín, with medieval streets and the San Nicolás viewpoint, from where you can enjoy a memorable view of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

Dinner (without drinks) with a panoramic view of the Alhambra, combining haute cuisine with an unforgettable historical setting.


DAY 8: GRANADA - ANTEQUERA - RONDA
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Private transfer to Antequera, a city steeped in history and Andalusian charm.

Private full-day tour, with guide in Spanish, to the El Torcal Natural Park, famous for its unique rock formations, and a visit to the impressive Neolithic dolmens of Antequera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continue through the historic center of Antequera, passing through the old Arab fortress (Alcazaba) and the El Carmen Church, symbols of the region's historical and cultural legacy.

Lunch stop (with selected local wines) at a historic restaurant, where old Andalusian, Muslim and Sephardic recipes are reinterpreted in an authentic 18th century house.

Accommodation for 2 nights in Ronda, with breakfast.


DAY 9: RONDA
After breakfast, private half-day tour, with a guide in Spanish, through the historic center of Ronda, a city considered one of the most beautiful in Andalusia, famous for the impressive river gorge that separates the old city from the more recent area.

Visit the Plaza de Toros, the oldest in Spain and the cradle of great bullfighting dynasties.

Then, visit a traditional winery on the outskirts of the city, with tasting of wines and local products, ending the experience with panoramic views of the mountains and the gorge.


DAY 10: RONDA - MÁLAGA
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Private transfer to Malaga.

Along the way, visit picturesque villages known for their white houses, a characteristic conferred by the application of lime, a mineral traditionally used to protect against heat and diseases.

Arrival in Malaga and accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast.


DAY 11: MALAGA
Breakfast at the hotel. Half-day private tour, with a guide in Spanish, through the main points of Malaga.

Visit the Atarazanas Market, the Plaza de la Constitución, the Cathedral of Malaga (La Manquita), the Alcáçova (Alcazaba), the Roman Theater of Málaga and the famous Larios Street (Calle Marqués de Larios), the city's main commercial area.

Then, visit the Picasso Museum in Malaga, where you can learn about the artist's trajectory from his first studies to his cubist, classical and late works, through the collection belonging to the Picasso family.

Finally, dinner (without drinks) of tapas at the traditional El Pimpi, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and authentic Andalusian cuisine.


DAY 12: MALAGA
Breakfast, check-out at the hotel. Private airport transfer.