Itinerary
- Day 1
Düsseldorf to Málaga
Your flight from Düsseldorf arrives in Málaga, and after a short drive you'll reach this vibrant coastal city on the Costa del Sol. Depending on when you land, there's a chance to visit the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and walk around a bit. The day wraps up with a welcome dinner in the evening, so you can meet the group and get oriented.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore birthplace of Pablo Picasso (depending on arrival time)
Landmarks Picasso's Birthplace - Day 2
Málaga to Granada
You'll head to Granada for a guided tour of the Alhambra, one of the region's most important historical sites. From there, check out the cathedral and the royal chapel, then wander through narrow streets with Arabic-style bazaars in the old Moorish quarter of Albaicín. Before finishing, you'll reach the San Nicolás viewpoint, which gives you great views back over the Alhambra and the surrounding area.
Included Activities
- Transfer to Granada
- Guided tour of the Alhambra
- Tour of Granada cathedral with royal chapel
- Exploration of Albaicín (old Moorish quarter)
- Visit to San Nicolás viewpoint
Landmarks Alhambra Granada Cathedral Royal Chapel (Capilla Real) Albaicín San Nicolás Viewpoint 
- Day 3
Poqueira Valley
Head south across the Sierra Nevada into the Alpujarras region. You'll start from Pampaneira, one of the white villages, and hike through the pueblos blancos route along the Río Poqueira river valley. Spain's highest peaks come into view as you walk. Later you'll settle in at a family-run mountain guesthouse for the night.
Included Activities
- Guided hike on the route of the pueblos blancos through Río Poqueira valley
Landmarks Pampaneira Río Poqueira Valley Sierra Nevada - Day 4
Pampaneira
This circular hike takes you to the upper water channel at around 2000m/6560ft, where you can see how Moorish irrigation systems still shape the landscape in Andalusia. Mountain streams run through the area, and the panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada stretch out all around you. The route back to Capileira uses old shepherd's paths and forest tracks, mixing history with natural scenery.
Included Activities
- Guided circular hike to acequia alta (upper water channel)
Optional Activities
- Climb Mulhacén (3482m) - highest peak on Iberian Peninsula (May to October, requires registration at booking, local mountain guide included, costs vary by group size)
Landmarks Acequia Alta Sierra Nevada Mulhacén Capileira - Day 5
Tahá de Pitres - Trevélez
Set out on a hike with views of the Poqueira gorge and surrounding villages below. The route takes you up through holm oak forests around a mountain ridge before descending toward Pitres. After that, you'll walk through the original village paths to Busquístar, then catch the bus to Trevelez, Spain's highest village and known for its jamón serrano production. You'll stay overnight in a hotel there.
Included Activities
- Guided hike over Tahá de Pitres with panoramic views of Poqueira gorge
- Hike along old village paths to Busquídstar
Landmarks Pampaneira Bubión Capileira Pitres Busquídstar Trevélez Poqueira Gorge - Day 6
Trevélez to Cádiar
The hike from Trevélez to Cádiar climbs through holm oak and pine forests with great views back toward Trevélez and the Sierra Nevada. After a lunch break partway through, you'll descend through small villages into the Guadalfeo valley, where almond and olive plantations cover much of the land.
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Trevélez to Cádiar through holm oak and pine forests
Landmarks Sierra Nevada Guadalfeo Valley Cádiar - Day 7
Cádiar to San José
You'll drive toward the Mediterranean, stopping at Desierto de Tabernas, Europe's only desert with its lunar landscape of rock formations and canyons. This area has been used as a filming location for many Westerns and action films. Later, the bus continues to San José in the Cabo de Gata Nature Park.
Included Activities
- Visit to Desierto de Tabernas (Europe's only desert)
- Exploration of desert film location canyons
- Bus transport to San José
Landmarks Desierto de Tabernas Cabo de Gata Nature Park San José - Day 8
San José
Explore the Cabo de Gata UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in southeast Andalusia, where multi-million-year-old volcanic rock creates an unusual landscape. The hike follows a quiet stretch of coastline with pristine bays and natural beaches that don't get crowded with tourists.
Included Activities
- Guided hike along Cabo de Gata coastline with pristine bays and beaches
Landmarks Cabo de Gata UNESCO Biosphere Reserve 
- Day 9
Málaga
After breakfast, you'll travel back to Málaga. The afternoon opens up for you to walk around the city on your own and check out whatever interests you. Stay overnight in a hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Individual exploration of Málaga
- Day 10
Málaga to Düsseldorf
You'll be transferred from your hotel in Málaga to the airport for your flight home or your next destination.
Included Activities
- Hotel to airport transfer
