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A Week in Andalucia
8 Days Starting and ending in Málaga, Spain
Visiting: Antequera, ሀመር።
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FSWA
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 35
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
This relaxing holiday gives you the chance to unwind and soak up the sun whilst discovering the best of Andalucía. From your base in Antequera historically dubbed ‘the crossroads of Andalucia’, you’ll visit the cities of Cordoba and Seville before heading to Granada, home of the stunning Alhambra Palace. Step inside to discover grand halls, courtyards and fountains, then explore the Generalife Gardens. If you want to see more, there’s the option to visit cliff-top Ronda and cosmopolitan Malaga, or if you prefer you can just relax and unwind at the hotel – it’s entirely up to you.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Uk - Malaga
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Dinner, D
Your holiday to southern Spain begins today! After flying to Malaga, we’ll drive you to your hotel close to the town of Antequera, the perfect location from which to explore the delights of Andalucia. Enjoy some time to relax and unwind before we meet for a welcome drink and then dinner this evening.
Day 2 Antequera - At Leisure
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
If you’re keen to get started on the sightseeing right away, why not get a feel for your surroundings by joining todays optional, guided tour of Antequera. This medieval town is punctuated by the towers of Moorish fortresses and Gothic churches, and we’ll see its highlights along with a visit to the Dolmens, enormous burial chambers dating back to prehistoric times as well as marvel at the wonderful scenery of El Torcal National Park.
Day 3 Cordoba
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Sitting in a beautiful position on a bend of the Guadalquivir River is the fascinating city of Cordoba, and today you’ll discover it on this walking tour. A highlight of your visit is sure to be the dazzling Mezquita, or Great Mosque, filled with more than 850 granite, jasper and marble pillars. You’ll also wander the labyrinth of winding streets and flower-filled courtyards in the Jewish quarter before exploring Cordoba during some free time this afternoon.
Day 4 Seville
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, BLD
You’re heading to the beautiful city of Seville today which we’ll get to know on a guided tour. This is Andalucia’s regional capital, and we’ll see highlights including the magnificent Plaza de España. We’ll wander the narrow, cobbled streets of the Barrio Santa Cruz district and see the city’s Gothic cathedral. Seville is credited with the invention of tapas so it’s the perfect location for us to enjoy a light lunch at one of the fine tapas bars.
Day 5 Antequera - At Leisure
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Time at leisure may be just what you need after two days of sightseeing, so why not relax at your hotel. However, if you’re keen to discover more, your Holiday Director will host an optional excursion to the clifftop town of Ronda. You’ll see the deep gorge, El Tajo, which divides the town in two and is spanned by an ancient stone bridge, the Puente Nuevo. We then continue on a leisurely guided stroll around Ronda's cobblestone streets lined with the typical whitewashed houses of the region.
Day 6 Granada
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
You can’t visit this region of Spain without a trip to stunning Alhambra, a palace & fortress complex standing high on a hill overlooking Granada. Your tour not only includes the grand halls, patios and fountains of the palace but also the lovely Generalife Gardens. After a short stroll with your Holiday Director, you’ll have free time to make your own discoveries and enjoy a bite to eat if you wish.
Day 7 Antequera - At Leisure
Location: Antequera
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Antequera Hills
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
It’s the last full day of your holiday and you can choose how to spend it - why not join our optional excursion to Malaga, famous as the birthplace of celebrated artist Pablo Picasso. You’ll have some free time to explore the city at your own pace. Malaga is set on a beautiful bay of the Mediterranean and we’ll take in wonderful views from the two Moorish citadels, the Alcazaba and Gibralfaro.
Day 8 Malaga - Uk
Location: ሀመር።
Meals Included: B
Your holiday comes to an end after breakfast and we will drive back to the airport for our flight home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 star hotel -
Return flights from London
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7 nights in a 4-star hotel
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15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners and welcome drink
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Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage
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Dedicated Travelsphere Holiday Director to accompany you on tour
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Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide
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Portable audio headset system on excursions
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Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage
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Return flights from London
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15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners and welcome drink
What's Not Included
Excursions Included
- Granada tour an the Alhambra Palace
- Explore Andalucia's regional capital, Seville
- Sightseeing in the city of Cordoba
Accommodation
- Hotel Antequera
- The 4-star Hotel Antequera Golf is ideally located in walking distance of the centre of Antequera.
Hotel facilities include a restuarant, bar, lounge and a swimming pool. Bedrooms have private facilities, mini-bar, hairdryer, safe, air-conditioning and a TV.
Optional Excursions
- Antequera, El Torcal National Park and the Dolmens
- Visit the cliff-top town of Ronda
- Tour of cosmopolitan Malaga
Pre-bookable excursions: The above optional excursions can be pre-booked as a package from just £99 per person.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star hotel
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No. Min age 18 years.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Travelsphere’s Flexibility Promise has been created to give you complete peace of mind and make you feel confident when booking your holiday with us. We have also been awarded the WTTC safe travels stamp which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Travelsphere has been operating escorted touring holidays for 60 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travelsphere, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive Holiday conformation upon booking, and then several documents detailing any adddiotnal information and the optional excursions that you can book before you travel. The final information covering your flights, hotels and itinerary will be sent to you around 14 days before your departure date.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not offer single share options
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, Im afraid not
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accomadate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - and make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Our Travelsphere Cares programmes, in partnership with the Planeterra Foundation, support local projects and social enterprises by helping them earn an income from tourism. We simply donate a portion of the funds from our tours, so it’s great to know that when you travel with us you are helping to change lives and turn travel into real impact.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Like minded travellers
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travelsphere charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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