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Andalucia

To many, Andalucia is iconic Spain: whitewashed mountain villages, sleepy rural hamlets, sizzling heat and vibrant cities shaped by Moorish, Roman and Greek influences. Walking or cycling through its diverse landscapes is the best way to experience it.

Walk through the famous pueblos blancos of the Sierra de Grazalema to Ronda, discover an authentic, untouched part of Spain with wonderful regional cuisine in the Sierra de Aracena, or cycle from Seville to Cadiz via Carmona, Arcos de la Frontera and Jerez.

We know this area intimately – it's a favorite destination of many of our team – and our itineraries combine must-see places like Ronda with undiscovered gems.

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Routes in Andalucía

  • Spain

    Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    • Moderate
    from$1,510CAD pp
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  • Spain

    Inn to Inn Walking in the Sierra de Aracena

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$1,105CAD pp
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  • Spain

    Cycling the Paradors of Extremadura

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,135CAD pp
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  • Spain

    Cycle Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,575CAD pp
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Here's why Andalucia is a favorite with self-guided travelers:

  • The vibrant cities of Seville and Cadiz
  • The famous pueblos blancos of the Sierra de Grazalema
  • Ronda and its dramatic El Tajo gorge
  • Delicious local food, from cured hams to sherry from Jerez
  • Cycling across plains of sunflowers and olive groves

Andalucía like a local

  • Which trips can I take in Andalucia?

    Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema and Inn to Inn Walking in the Sierra de Aracena on foot (both also as short breaks), and Cycle Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz by bike.

  • When's the best time to visit Andalucia?

    Spring and fall. Our Grazalema and Seville to Cadiz trips run from March to May or June and September to November, and the Sierra de Aracena runs from fall through spring, avoiding the summer heat.

  • What's the terrain like?

    Rocky limestone crags in the Grazalema, quiet mule tracks and cobbled paths in the Sierra de Aracena, and rolling plains on the ride to Cadiz.

  • Are there city stopovers?

    Yes – Cycle Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz includes a day to explore Seville, and finishes in Cadiz.

  • Where will I stay?

    In hand-picked small hotels and inns in villages and historic towns.

More regions to explore

  • Tranquil cove views from the Cami de Ronda

    Catalonia

    Costa Brava coastal paths, Dalí's Cadaqués and the Catalan countryside.

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