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Walking from Competa
8 Days Starting in Malaga, Spain and ending in Competa, Spain
Visiting: Competa, Cómpeta, Malaga
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 16
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable walking adventure in the picturesque village of Competa, Spain. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature and culture, with guided walks through stunning landscapes and charming villages. Begin your journey with a road transfer from Malaga Airport to your accommodation at the Hotel Balcon de Competa, where you'll stay for seven nights. Explore the valley of the Rio Llanada, climb the ridge of Cerro Del Agua, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Sierra Almijara and the coast. Discover the "lost village" of Acebuchal, the whitewashed beauty of Frigiliana, and the Moorish charm of Salares. With daily guided walks, you'll traverse unspoilt valleys, ancient mule tracks, and enjoy local refreshments along the way. This small group tour promises an active and enriching experience, perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Meals are included, with dinners offering a taste of local cuisine.
Highlights
Itinerary
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Day 1 : Competa
Location: Competa
Accommodation Name: Hotel Balcon de Competa
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at Malaga Airport and transfer by road to the village of Competa and your hotel, the Hotel Balcon de Competa, where you stay for 7 nights' accommodation. If flight times allow, there will be a short introductory village walk before dinner. Please be aware that dinners in Spain are taken later than in the UK, expect to sit down for dinner between 8-8:30pm.
Day 2 - 7 : Competa
Location: Competa
Accommodation Name: Hotel Balcon de Competa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Located in the Axarquia region of Andalucía, Competa is approx. seven hundred metres above sea level and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, countryside and Mediterranean, and is best known to many for its locally produced wine. The white-washed village is fascinating to explore with its labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets that date back to Moorish times. The walks programme for the week takes you into valleys, with walks alongside streams, to hill tops offering panoramic views over the countryside side and to the mountains beyond as well as to Andalucian white-washed villages. This area has a strong Moorish influence as can be seen in the houses, cobbled streets and village fountains.
An example of the walks we plan to include in our programme (dependent on weather conditions and the ability of the group) are as follows:
Walks
Distance: 10 miles
Time: 5 hours
Ascent: 550
Descent: 550
Cerro Del Agua: A good introductory walk direct from the hotel. Exploring the valley of the Rio Llanada and climbing to the ridge of Cerro Del Agua before dropping down to the valley of Rio Cajula and returning to Competa via the village of Canillas. miles
Distance: 11 miles
Time: 4.5 hours
Ascent: 580
Descent: 855
Casa De La Mina and Cerro Gavilan: A lovely walk into the high mountain terrain north of Competa with a remote feel. Beautiful views of the Sierra Almijara to the north and to the coast, returning along an old mule track to Competa. miles
Distance: 8.6 miles
Time: 5.5 hours
Ascent: 745
Descent: 745
Puerto Blanquillo: From Fabrica De La Luz the walk is through a delightful unspoilt valley and penetrates well into the high sierras to reach Puerto Blanquillo miles
Distance: 10.9 miles
Time: 5 hours
Ascent: 430
Descent: 730
Frigiliana: A gentle walk along the valley of the river Torrox, with wonderful scenery and views down to the coast. We visit the “lost village” of Acebuchal, and there is time to explore the whitewashed inland village of Frigiliana before returning to Competa. miles
Distance: 9.2 miles
Time: 5 hours
Ascent: 690
Descent: 690
Salares: A good long top of the grade walk offers wide vistas involving significant descents and ascents as we make our way to the ‘Moorish’ village of Salares. Here we’ll find a local bar for well-earned refreshments. miles
Day 8 : Final day
Location: Malaga
Accommodation Name: Hotel Balcon de Competa
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast you return to Malaga Airport for the your flight to the UK.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay for 7 nights at the Hotel Balcon de Competa.
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Meals
Dinner on Day 1; Breakfast and Dinner from Day 2 to Day 7; Breakfast on Day 8.
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Introductory Walk
A short introductory village walk on Day 1 if flight times allow.
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Guided Walks
Guided walks from Day 2 to Day 7, exploring various scenic routes around Competa.
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Transport
Road transfers to and from Malaga Airport are included.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from Malaga Airport are not included.
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Lunches
Lunches are not included in the tour package.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all participants.
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs, and additional activities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Arrive at Malaga Airport and transfer by road to the village of Competa. The tour includes road transfers to and from the airport, ensuring a smooth and convenient journey to your accommodation.
Accommodation
Stay at the Hotel Balcon de Competa for 7 nights, offering comfortable accommodations in the charming village of Competa. Enjoy the serene surroundings and convenient access to local attractions and walking trails.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes a 7-night stay at the Hotel Balcon de Competa, which offers comfortable accommodations in the charming village of Competa.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes dinner on Day 1, breakfast and dinner from Day 2 to Day 7, and breakfast on Day 8. Lunches are not included.
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What is the main activity during the tour?
The main activity during the tour is guided walking, exploring various scenic routes around Competa from Day 2 to Day 7.
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Is transportation to the starting location included?
Yes, road transfers to and from Malaga Airport are included, ensuring a smooth and convenient journey to your accommodation in Competa.
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Will there be any introductory activities on the first day?
If flight times allow, there will be a short introductory village walk on the first day before dinner.
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What are some of the highlights of the walking routes?
Highlights include exploring the valley of the Rio Llanada, climbing to the ridge of Cerro Del Agua, enjoying views of the Sierra Almijara and the coast, visiting the 'lost village' of Acebuchal, and exploring the Moorish village of Salares.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you have paid your deposit, and all of the elements of your holiday are confirmed, we will provide a Confirmation of Booking and Invoice Pack. The confirmation of booking confirms your holiday arrangements, any special requests, and the balance due date. Please take the time to check this document carefully and please let us know immediately if there are any inaccuracies. As part of this pack, you’ll also receive a Holiday Information Sheet with more detail about your holiday. We will send reminder(s) for any missing details, which are important for your booking, so please update us as soon as you can. A MONTH BEFORE DEPARTURE Now’s the time to really start looking forward to your holiday, and 3-4 weeks before departure we’ll send out any updated information relating to your trip, including any local information. If you have any questions regarding your holiday arrangements, please get in touch with us. THREE WEEKS BEFORE DEPARTURE We aim to send out your Travel Documents and joining instructions 3 weeks before departure, please take the time to read through these documents and note your up-to-date flight schedules (if/where relevant), check-in times, and luggage allowance.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You may be able to change your dates. Please refer to Section 5 of our Booking Conditions for more details or message us for assistance. Note that charges and limitations may apply.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
It’s a condition of booking that you obtain adequate travel insurance, from a reputable provider, to undertake the holiday, including UK trips chiefly due to the cancellation element of cover. The policy must cover the period from the date of booking to the last day of your trip and should include, as a minimum, cover for: medical expenses (including the consequences of a Covid positive test result), mountain rescue including helicopter rescue, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment and shall not have exclusion clauses limiting cover for the activities you will partake in on your trip, including altitudes reached in the holiday arrangement. It is your responsibility to check that your policy is adequate for the nature and destination of the holiday booked. Once you have obtained your travel insurance, please provide us with the name of your travel insurer, the policy number and the insurer’s 24 hour emergency assistance number. In the event that you fail to obtain suitable Travel Insurance we shall not be liable for any costs incurred or claims made against us due to your failure to comply with this term. If travelling outside the UK you must carry proof of insurance with you and produce it if reasonably requested to do so by Ramble Worldwide staff, tour leaders or suppliers. No refunds will be made should you be excluded from the walking programme through being uninsured or you being unable to demonstrate that you are insured.
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