Spain: Vibrant Cities & Countryside Walks

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (7 nts)

• Meals
  8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners

• Olive Oil Tasting and Food Pairing Experience

  Enjoy a foodie moment with an olive oil tasting and food pairing experience in Úbeda.

• Sacramonte and Flamenco Show or Granada Food Tour

  Experience an OMG day with a choice between a Sacramonte and Flamenco show or a Granada food tour in Granada.

• Welcome Dinner

  A welcome dinner is included in the tour.

• Guided Walking Tour of Córdoba

  Participate in a guided walking tour of Córdoba.

• Evening Orientation Walk of Baeza

  Enjoy an evening orientation walk of Baeza.

• Explore Úbeda with a Local Guide

  Explore the town of Úbeda with a local guide.

• Orientation Walk of Granada

  Take part in an orientation walk of Granada.

• Guided Visit of the Alhambra

  Enjoy a guided visit of the Alhambra.

• Caminito del Rey Trail Hike

  Hike the Caminito del Rey trail with a local guide.

• Guided Hike to Benaoján

  Participate in a guided hike to Benaoján in Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park.

• Guided Walking Tour of Ronda

  Enjoy a guided walking tour of Ronda.

• Farewell Dinner

  A farewell dinner is included in the tour.

• All Tips Included

  All tips are included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage.

• All Transport Between Destinations

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• Flights

  Flights to and from Seville are not included.

• CEO and Porterage Tips

  Tips for the CEO and porterage are not included.

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities and their associated costs are not included.

Accommodation

Enjoy a comfortable stay in hotels for 7 nights, offering a blend of traditional character and modern amenities, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout your journey.

Transport

Private vehicle, walking,

Meals Included

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners

Group Size

Max 16, avg 12

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Meals

Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. A typical breakfast may include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.



Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.



For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with private vehicles and walking tours, allowing you to explore the scenic landscapes and vibrant cities of Spain with ease and comfort.

Local Dress

When in places of religious worship travellers are expected to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered.

Important Notes

1. ALHAMBRA

Due to regulations for Alhambra's ticketing system, your passport information must be provided to G Adventures at the time of booking in order to guarantee your guided tour of the Alhambra.



If your booking for this trip is confirmed with less than 60 days prior to departure, we will do our best to secure a ticket for your guided Alhambra tour. However, please note that due to high demand for tickets, we are not able to guarantee this inclusion if your booking is confirmed within this time period. In the event we cannot secure a guided tour of the Alhambra for you, alternative options such as a self-guided visit of the Alhambra (with reduced access), or visits to the nearby districts of Albaicín and Sacramonte will be arranged.



2. LOCAL GUIDES

It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.



3. LUGGAGE

In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. You may need to carry your luggage up flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.



4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.



5. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:

During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

Group Leader

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.



It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. If you wish to take a guided city tour in any location where this is not already included in the itinerary, your CEO will do their best to help you arrange this and pay locally.

About Accommodation

On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.



Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.

What to Take

We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.