Exploring the Hidden White Villages of Spain’s Andalusia

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Step off the beaten path to explore Andalusia’s White Villages, where you’ll discover mosques, and monuments, nature parks and olive mills, and revel in the true essence of Spain.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Venture deep into the Sierras to find centuries-old White Villages and a way of life, still passed down through generations
    • Learn about the historical city of Cordoba, home to the Great Mosque and a monument to the famous Jewish philosopher Maimonides
    • Walk in Grazalema's Nature Park, visit a working olive oil mill, and learn about traditional arts & crafts of the White Villages

What's this trip about?

    Step off the beaten path to explore Andalusia’s White Villages, where you’ll discover mosques, and monuments, nature parks and olive mills, and revel in the true essence of Spain.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 Plus
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • History
  • Wine Tasting

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1
In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2
Arrive Carmona, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Carmona D Alcázar de la Reina Activity note: Hotel check-in available by 12:00 Noon. Walking approx. 1 mile; about 1/2 hour; cobblestones and hilly roads. Morning: Upon arrival, check-into your room and enjoy a little time...
Day 3
Andalusia Geography, Carmona Intro, Bullfighting Lecture Carmona B,L Alcázar de la Reina Activity note: Walking up to 3 miles; about 3 hours; steady pace, with stops; some inclines, cobblestones, and steps. Sturdy comfortable footwear is highly recommended. Breakfas...
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4
Cordoba Mosque, Jewish Quarter, Grazalema Grazalema B,L,D Hotel Puerta de la Villa Activity note: Driving about 70 miles to Cordoba and 117 miles from Cordoba to Grazalema. Walking up to 3-4 miles throughout the day; steady pace, with stops; some inclines, cobblestones...
Day 5
The Ronda of Hemingway & Welles in El Tajo Canyon,Community Grazalema B,L,D Hotel Puerta de la Villa Activity note: Driving approx. 20 miles (33 km) one way to Ronda; less than 1 hour. Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day; steady pace, with stops; some inclines...
Day 6
Grazalema Natural Park, Olive Mill, Cheese Making Grazalema B,D Hotel Puerta de la Villa Activity note: Driving approx. 41 miles total throughout the day, short increments with stops for field trips. Walking up to 3 miles; steady pace in the hilly countryside; hiking s...
Day 7
Sherry Winery, Equestrian Show, Vejer de la Frontera Vejer de la Frontera B,L,D La Casa del Califa Activity note: Walking up to 3 miles throughout the day; steady pace, with stops; some inclines, cobblestones, and steps. Driving approx. 97 miles total; about 2.5 hours ...
Day 8
Baelo Claudia Roman Ruins, Free Time Vejer de la Frontera B,L La Casa del Califa Activity note: Driving approx. 57 miles total; about 1:30 hours total. Walking up to 3 miles throughout the day; steady pace; some hills, cobblestones, city sidewalks. Breakfast: At the...
Day 9
Bull Ranch, Seville’s Gothic Cathedral, Cooking Class Seville B,L,D Hotel Inglaterra Activity note: Driving approx. 100 miles throughout the day; about 2 hours. Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day; steady pace; some hills, cobblestones, city sidewalks. Breakfas...
Day

10
Alcazar, Jewish Quarter, Meeting Locals, Flamenco Show Seville B,D Hotel Inglaterra Activity note: Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day; steady pace; some hills, cobblestones, city sidewalks. Breakfast: At the hotel, we’ll have a buffet breakfast with coffee, te...
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Program Concludes In Flight B Activity note: Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. Breakfast: Hotel buffet. This concludes our program. Morning: If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on indepen...

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Price From $3,649
Price per day$332
Last Updated: 11/10/2018

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Meals Included
  • 22 Meals
  • 9 Breakfasts
  • 6 Lunches
  • 7 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian
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