.Granada
Granada, the longest lasting Arab Kingdom in Spain (800 years of Arab occupation), celebrated in 1992 the 500th the anniversary of its fall to the Catholic Kings, Ferdinand and Isabelle. The city is world famous and known for its “Alhambra Palace and “Generalife Gardens”.
The alhambra palace is the best and most well preserved example of ismalic architecture in spain. This mediaval fortress, strategically located on the top of the hill towers over the city. Covers an area of 100.000 square meters and it is generally accepted as the 8th wonder of the world. Many of the original palaces, squares and fountains still remains as they were in the past.
DAY TRIP
Our representative guide will meet the clients at the hotel along the coast and departure towards Granada. Upon arrival walking tour of the alhambra, visit with local guide the palaces and generalife gardens. Transfer to city centre, lunch (optional) and free time to explore the alcaiceria (old quarter), and in the afternoon we will return to Costa del Sol and hotels..
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.Gibraltar
INTRODUCTION:
Gibraltar is one of the most strategic crossroads in the world. This territory has been fough over by many nations. As a duty free port it offers fantastic shopping oportunities for tobacoo, alcoholic drinks, clothes, perfumes, jewellery, etc etc. all at very reasonable prices. It also offers the change of having sightseeeing tours of the most interesting places of the rock or enjoy the dolphin watch at the straights of Gibraltar by ship.
DAY TRIP
Pick up from your hotel by our tour guide at the appointed time to proceed to travel on the main road alongs the coast to Gibraltar. Crossing the border and arrival to the coach park, located 200 metres from main street. 5 hours free time for shopping and return to costa del sol and hotels.
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.Ronda
INTRODUCTION
Ronda is situated at the norwest tip of the provinde of Malaga and surrounred by a continuity of high mountains "la serrania" than make the town attractive yet inaccessible some time ago. It is one of the oldest town in spain and has its origin in the prehistoric period. Amongst the most significant remains from this period is the cave of the pileta a true relic of true andalusian rural art, and some megalithic monuments such as the dolmens. The city still conserves the arab influence, such as the arab baths, the almocabar entrance door, etc, but the diversity of monuments and the impressive "el tajo" (famous gorge over 700 meter high) shows us ronda itself as a real monument
DAY TRIP
Our representative guide will meet the clients at the hotel along the coast and departure San Pedro de Alcantara and from there the coach will go to the magnificent ronda mountain range to enjoy fantastic views. On arrival walking tour begining with Almocabar entrance door (a walled door) and walking towards the Espiritu Santo's church you will arrive to the town hall square qhere is the Santa Maria la Mayor's church (old cathedral), and will continue though the old town passing municipal museum, don juan bosco's house, and plaza de España with the famous "el Tajo", and finally you will visit the bullring (the oldest in Spain) and its museum. Furing the walking tour you will have also the entrance tickets to the wine museum with tasting. Lunch (optional) and departure to Marbella or puerto banus with a stop and retun to Costa del Sol and hotels.
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.Cordoba
INTRODUCTION
Cordoba was founded by the Roman "Claudius Marcelus" in the year 152 BC. The city reached its artistic and cultural splendor during the Arab occupation (711 to 1236 when it was reconquered by Christian armies) and is unique in the world for its Arab and Jewish memories. During the tenth century was declared the capital of "El Andalus" reaching the status of the Caliphate in 929 Abderrahman III reign. The mosque / cathedral has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO .
Cordoba was founded by the Roman "Claudius Marcelus" in the year 152 BC. The city reached its artistic and cultural splendor during the Arab occupation (711 to 1236 when it was reconquered by Christian armies) and is unique in the world for its Arab and Jewish memories. During the tenth century was declared the capital of "El Andalus" reaching the status of the Caliphate in 929 Abderrahman III reign. The mosque / cathedral has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO .
DAY TRIP
We will pick you up at your hotel or place of departure and continuation to Cordoba. On arrival sightseeing tour of the city and after the walking tour with entrance to the mosque / cathedral and synagogue. Walk through the Jewish quarter where we will see its typical streets and courtyards of flowers, and the Roman bridge.
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.Sevilla
INTRODUCTION
Seville is the capital of andalusia and the home of the flamenco. It has about 850.000 inhabitants. Some of its architecture is based on the mudejar style (a mixture of both, arab and christian) with buildings such as the Alcazar which shows the arab influence. The city was founded by the phoenicians, and is known worldwide sinde teh expeditions to the "new world). With the gold tower overlloking the guadalquivir river, the catedral and the giralda tower, the maria luisa park, the alcazar palace, and other seville is a MUST for history lovers.
DAY TRIP
Our representative guide will meet the clients at the hotel along the coast and departure towards Seville and during the way our guide will explain you all about this fascinating city. Upon arrival panoramic coach tour to discover old quarters, expo's 1929 and 1992 old buildings, Maria Luisa Park, etc etc and finally Plaza España with a stop for photos and explanation. Later begins the visit with local guide to the catedral and giralda and through santa cruz's quarter. Lunch (optional) and free time and in the afternoon we will return to costa del sol and hotels..
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.Mijas
INTRODUCTION
A village with white lanes on the Costa del Sol, Mijas is a must for any visitor thanks to its charm. The ‘burro taxis’ (donkey taxis) are one of the most original tourist attractions in the area. Here you can visit the Ermita de la Virgen de la Peña (patron saint of the city), the Jardines de la Muralla and the city viewpoint with views across the whole of the Costa el Sol and the Mediterranean Sea.
An interesting place to visit here is the Carromato de Max Museum, the first museum of miniatures in the world. It is well worth a visit.
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.Malaga Visit
Overview
Discover the cultural delights of Málaga on a 3-hour tour of the vibrant city . Alongside your guide, delve into the rich history of Málaga as you visit prominent landmarks like the Roman Theatre, Málaga Cathedral and Ataranzas Central Market. Sample traditional tapas at the famous El Pimpi restaurant and stroll around Plaza de la Constitución and Málaga’s historical quarter at a leisurely pace.
What to Expect
In Málaga visitors can come to visit and admire the monuments left to us by Phoenicians, Romans and Arabs. Culture, cuisine, parks, natural areas, beaches, shopping, fiestas and so much more. Málaga is simply wonderful in every way. Enjoy your visit.
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.Marbella
INTRODUCTION
Marbella is one more famous tourist destination in Malaga. It is located right on the Mediterranean coast, so if you are looking for a nice place to spend your holiday, you’ve just found it. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy yourselves, so no wonder it is the most important and visited tourist attraction in the Costa del Sol region. It is such a popular place because the weather is very nice here almost all year round, and the tourists can visit it in any month.
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.Tanger
INTRODUCTION
Will go by bus until Algeciras or Tarifa where you will embark on a Fast Ferry which will take you to the typical Moroccan city of Tangier in about 60 minutes.
During the journey the tour escort will inform you about the programme of the day, the landscapes and the towns you will see on the way and will help you complete the formalities for crossing the border.
Upon arrival in Tangier a coach and a local guide will be waiting for you at the harbour and will join you on a sightseeing tour through the modern part of Tangier where you will see, among others, the Residence of the Governor, the Summer Residence of the King, the camels, etc.
After the sightseeing tour, you will start the visit of the historic centre of Tangier on foot. You will visit interesting places like the Kasbah, the Medina, the Souk, etc.
After the visit you will be accompanied to a typical Moroccan restaurant where you will be able to taste the exotic Moroccan food.
After lunch, if the itinerary of the trip permits it, you will have the opportunity to visit a typical bazaar where you can see how traditional Moroccan carpets are made, as well as traditional slippers, djellabas, leather objects, typical Moroccan handicraft.
After the visit you will be taken back to the port by coach and then back to the Costa del Sol.
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.Caminito del Rey
INTRODUCTION
Once we have arrived at the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam, the main water reserve in the province of Malaga, our guide will explain you all about the history of the Natural Area of Desfiladero de los Gaitanes. The Gorge Desfiladero de los Gaitanes is a canyon, carved by the River Guadalhorce, placed in the center of the province. The northern access to it is via Guadalhorce reservoirs and the southern is via El Chorro. The construction of a water channel from the reservoirs in the north to El Chorro was carried out together with a path for maintaining the channel. This one is known as El Caminito del Rey (The King’s Little Pathway) because it was first opened by King Alfonso XIII. This path, about 3 kilometers long, has stretched of less than 1 meter wide and it is hanging about 100 meters high above the Guadalhorce River. It has just been refurbished, and it goes along vertical walls and a footbridge over the gorge on the same waterway.
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