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A Week in Andalucia

From £1,174
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Mar 2025 - Nov 2025
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From £1,174
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Mar 2025 - Nov 2025

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.
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Your Holiday Includes

  • Return flights from London
  • 7 nights in a 4-star hotel
  • 15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners and welcome drink
  • Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Sightseeing in the city of Cordoba
  • Explore Andalucia's regional capital, Seville
  • Enjoy a light lunch at one of Seville's fine tapas bars
  • Granada tour and the Alhambra Palace
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Itinerary

Day 1 UK - Malaga

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. Meals included: D
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Day 2 Antequera - at Leisure

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. Meals included: B,D
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Day 3 Cordoba

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. Meals included: B,D
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Day 4 Seville

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. Meals included: B,L,D
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Day 5 Antequera - at Leisure

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. Meals included: B,D
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Day 6 Granada

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.

Meals included: B,D
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Day 7 Antequera - at Leisure

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. Meals included: B,D
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Day 8 Malaga - UK

Your holiday comes to an end after breakfast and we will drive back to the airport for our flight home.

Meals included: B

  1. Favourite Moment

    Marvel at the ornate column and arch design of the inner courtyard at the Moorish complex of the Alhambra Palace.

Accommodation (as specified or similar)

Hotel Antequera Hills

Historically dubbed ‘the crossroads of Andalucia’, due to being more or less the most central point to Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Malaga, Antequera is known as an architecturally beautiful city that has an important role in Spanish history, and offers a wealth of things to absorb and enjoy, with 33 churches, a magnificent Alcazaba (Moor fortress), museums, art exhibitions, and over 100 restaurants and bars scattered over it’s pretty plazas and atmospheric streets. The 4-star Antequera Hills Hotel sits only a short walk from this beautiful city. It offers guests well-appointed rooms, seasonal swimming pool, Buffet Restaurant and a bar & lounge area perfect for relaxing, reading and catching up with fellow travellers about your day. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a balcony or a room with pool access for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

Historically dubbed ‘the crossroads of Andalucia’, due to being more or less the most central point to Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Malaga, Antequera is known as an architecturally beautiful city that has an important role in Spanish history, and offers a wealth of things to absorb and enjoy, with 33 churches, a magnificent Alcazaba (Moor fortress), museums, art exhibitions, and over 100 restaurants and bars scattered over it’s pretty plazas and atmospheric streets. The 4-star Antequera Hills Hotel sits only a short walk from this beautiful city. It offers guests well-appointed rooms, seasonal swimming pool, Buffet Restaurant and a bar & lounge area perfect for relaxing, reading and catching up with fellow travellers about your day. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a balcony or a room with pool access for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

Optional Excursions

Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional experiences to your holiday before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour

Spain - visit the clifftop town of Ronda

Spain - visit the clifftop town of Ronda

Marvel at the spectacular scenery as we drive through the majestic Andalucian mountains to the clifftop town of Ronda. Said to be equal in art, history and beauty, in its heyday, Ronda was an impregnable fortress town. Situated high on a plateau, it is dominated by El Tajo, a 100-metre-deep gorge. Admire the Royal Maestranza Bullring, one of the oldest in Spain, and other iconic landmarks including the Moorish baths and Mondragon Palace, home to the fascinating museum of Ronda. Our scenic drive back to the hotel takes us through sweeping landscapes and a citrus-fruit growing area of southern Spain.

Full-day tour – Moderate walking – Bestseller
Marvel at the spectacular scenery as we drive through the majestic Andalucian mountains to the clifftop town of Ronda. Said to be equal in art, history and beauty, in its heyday, R...

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Spain - Antequera, El Torcal National Park and the Dolmens

Spain - Antequera, El Torcal National Park and the Dolmens

Prepare to be amazed by the stunning scenery of El Torcal National Park. Over millions of years, forces of nature have created this spectacular other-worldly landscape of weird and wonderful rock formations interspersed with lush vegetation. It’s a fabulous place to explore and there are walking trails you can follow. You will also visit the Dolmens, enormous burial chambers dating back to prehistoric times.

Please be aware that walking shoes suitable for rough terrain will be required for this excursion. Warm clothes are also essential due to changeable weather conditions in the Dolmens, regardless of your date of travel.

Half-day tour – Moderate walking – Natural beauty
Prepare to be amazed by the stunning scenery of El Torcal National Park. Over millions of years, forces of nature have created this spectacular other-worldly landscape of weird and...

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Spain - Tour of cosmopolitan Malaga

Spain - Tour of cosmopolitan Malaga

Visit Picasso’s birthplace, the attractive and cosmopolitan city of Malaga. Situated on a sweeping bay on the beautiful Andalucian coast, here you will find wide boulevards, swaying palm trees, interesting museums and inviting tapas bars. Sit back and relax as you enjoy a panoramic tour, taking in the beautiful Malagueño architecture, avenues lined by palm trees and the city’s main shopping area. You will also head to the hilltop Gibralfaro Castle and admire fabulous panoramic views of the Mediterranean. During free time, you could perhaps enjoy a glass of locally produced Malaga wine in a bodega-style bar or visit the Picasso Museum – one of Malaga’s premier attractions.
Visit Picasso’s birthplace, the attractive and cosmopolitan city of Malaga. Situated on a sweeping bay on the beautiful Andalucian coast, here you will find wide boulevards, swayin...

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Further Information

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On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

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It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

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