Itinerary
- Day 1
Málaga
You'll arrive in Málaga and get transferred from the airport to your hotel. This gives you time to settle in and get your bearings for the first night in this coastal city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
- Day 2
Málaga to Granada
The drive from Málaga to Granada takes about 2 hours through Andalusia. Once you arrive, head to the Alhambra to see this princely palace and its remarkable gardens. After that, walk through the Arab quarter of Albayzín, which has nice views back toward the Alhambra from various spots throughout the neighborhood.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to the Alhambra palace and gardens
- Exploration of the Arab quarter of Albayzín
Landmarks Alhambra Albayzín 
- Day 3
Granada
Today you'll explore more of Granada beyond the Alhambra. Wander through the city's authentic districts where colorful markets fill the streets. Since Granada's a student city with a prestigious university, you'll find varied nightlife options, hip bars, and plenty of tapas spots to try throughout the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore authentic districts with colorful markets
- Visit tapas bars and nightlife venues
- Day 4
Granada to Córdoba
The drive north from Granada to Córdoba takes about 2.5 hours. This historic city sits on the River Guadalquivir and has medieval Islamic architecture throughout. You can visit the Mezquita mosque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's one of the most important landmarks of Islamic architecture. After that, check out the medieval Jewish quarter and synagogue, then walk through Córdoba's famous patios, which are beautiful inner courtyards and real highlights of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to the Mezquita mosque cathedral
- Exploration of the Jewish quarter
- Visit to the medieval synagogue
- Viewing of Córdoba's famous patios
Landmarks Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba) Jewish Quarter of Córdoba - Day 5
Córdoba
This morning you'll cross the Puente Romano into Córdoba's center and spend the day at your own pace. The Alcázar gardens and Parque Cruz Conde are good spots to relax if you want to take things slow. If you're up for a drive, the Medina Azahara ruins or Castillo de Almódóvar del Río are both worth the trip, though they're about 25 km outside the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stroll across Puente Romano (Roman Bridge)
- Explore city center
- Visit gardens of the Alcázar
- Visit Botanical Gardens
- Visit Parque Cruz Conde
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Medina Azahara ruins (approximately 25 km from city)
- Visit Castillo de Almódóvar del Río (approximately 25 km from city)
Landmarks Puente Romano Torre de la Calahorra Alcázar Botanical Gardens of Córdoba Parque Cruz Conde Medina Azahara Castillo de Almódóvar del Río 
- Day 6
Córdoba to Seville
Travel from Córdoba to Seville, which takes about 3 hours. In Seville, see the impressive cathedral with the tower La Giralda, one of the largest in the world after St. Peter's in Rome. Walk through the Parque de Maria Luisa, the Jewish district of Santa Cruz, and the Alcázar palace. If you have time, you can take a side trip to Carmona about 45 km away, which has a charming old town of whitewashed houses and a roughly 3 km city wall surrounding it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to Seville Cathedral with La Giralda tower
- Exploration of Parque de Maria Luisa
- Visit to the Jewish district of Santa Cruz
- Visit to the Alcázar palace
Optional Activities
- Trip to Carmona and its historic old town
Landmarks Seville Cathedral La Giralda Parque de Maria Luisa Santa Cruz District Alcázar of Seville Carmona - Day 7
Seville
Seville's compact enough to walk, but renting a bike makes getting around faster since the city's set up well for cycling. You can join an optional guided bike tour or Segway tour if that interests you. By evening, find a restaurant and try local dishes like secreto ibérico or carrillada de cerdo. The food here is really something.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore city center on foot
- Visit museums
- Visit palaces
- Visit towers
- Visit parks
- Visit gardens
- Visit squares
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour
- City tour on Segway
- Day 8
Seville to Jerez de la Frontera
Head to Jerez de la Frontera, about 2 hours away. This historic sherry production center and Andalusian horse breeding hub has feudal charm throughout. Visit the Royal Riding School to see Spanish horses and watch their spectacular dressage shows. Tour at least one sherry bodega to learn how sherry gets made. Spend your evening relaxing in one of the city's flamenco bars after exploring the historical sights scattered through the old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to the Royal Riding School
- Viewing of horse dressage shows
- Visit to Royal Riding School museum
- Tour of a sherry bodega
Optional Activities
- Evening in a flamenco bar
Landmarks Royal Riding School of Jerez - Day 9
Seville to Ronda
The drive to Ronda follows scenic routes through the white villages, so take your time with it. Once you arrive, walk through the old town and visit the collegiate church of Santa Maria la Mayor. The bullring here is Spain's oldest, and it's worth seeing. You'll stay overnight in Ronda.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit old town of Ronda
- Visit collegiate church of Santa Maria la Mayor
- Visit oldest bullring in Spain
Landmarks Santa Maria la Mayor Church Plaza de Toros de Ronda 
- Day 10
Ronda to Málaga
Drive back to Málaga, which takes about 1.5 hours. Spend the day relaxing on the coast with several seaside resorts on the Costa del Sol nearby. If you want to be active, check out Málaga's Alcázar fortress or the Picasso Museum. Otherwise, unwind by the sea before your final night wraps up.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit to Málaga Alcázar fortress
- Visit to Picasso Museum
- Relaxation on Costa del Sol beaches
- Explore Costa del Sol seaside resorts
Landmarks Alcázar of Málaga Picasso Museum - Day 11
Ronda to Málaga
Head out whenever works for you toward Málaga airport or stick around if you want to extend things. The airport's about 60 km away, so factor in travel time when you're planning your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
