Plaza de España in Seville, Spain

Highlights of Southern Spain Tour: Madrid to Malaga

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Countries Visited

Spain

Places Visited

Madrid, Cordoba, Sevilla, Granada...

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Suggested Duration

9 Days

Travel to the land of sunshine and tapas in Spain’s beautiful Southern region of Andalucia.  Sit on the café terraces to enjoy a soothing cup of café con leche beneath citrusy aromas of orange trees as you listen to the heartfelt melodies of flamenco performers nearby.  History unfolds around each corner as you step inside ornate cathedrals and walk through opulent palace gates, and culture is baked into every deliciously fried croqueta and sewn into the fabric of each traditional sevillana...

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Trip Highlights

  • Indulge in a tour of an authentic bullfighting stadium and visit the internationally acclaimed Plaza de Espana in Sevilla
  • Venture inside Cordoba's La Mezquita and enjoy a meal in the city's quaint Jewish Quarter
  • Bask in the halls of Madrid's Royal Palace and stroll through the impeccable gardens of Parque El Retiro
  • Marvel at Granada's cathedral and sample delectable tapas in the city center
  • Trek through the remarkable grounds of La Alhambra palace and Generalife gardens that are perched high above the city
  • Summit to the mountain towns of Las Alpujarras and attend a lively flamenco show in the picturesque neighborhood of Albaicin
  • Lounge on the beaches of Costa del Sol and admire the beautiful artwork within Malaga's Picasso Museum

Detailed Description

Andalucia is not only coveted for its aesthetic charm but because it is steeped in a captivating history that spans thousands of years. Christian, Moorish, and Jewish communities have laid claim in each of the region's major cities as is evidenced in the exquisite cathedrals, mosques, and synagogues that flank the major plazas and narrow alleyways to this day. You will wind past verdant gardens, through prestigious museums, and around lavish palaces as you come to know these beautiful and critical historical markers. As the sun reaches its peak temperature each day, do as the Spanish do and indulge in a refreshing siesta. Then, you can sit back with a glass of tinto vino in the evening as you look out on the glowing horizon.

You will begin your journey in Madrid, which is the nation's capital. Here, you will live like royalty in your five-star hotel and meander through the Royal Palace, which will be just a short walk away. You will stroll through Parque El Retiro and keep up with the busied pace of life along Gran Via. Then, you will venture to Cordoba, where the fascinating history of La Mezquita is hidden within the ornate mosque-cathedral threshold. You will indulge in the Jewish Quarter before continuing to Sevilla. Here, you will admire the careful tilework in Plaza de España and get your adrenaline pumping as you run with the bulls inside Plaza de los Toros. This event only occurs in July, so should you be here during the festival, then you will have the opportunity to partake in this very unique and exciting experience.

Then, you will venture to the last-standing stronghold of the Moorish Empire in the charming city of Granada, which is where you will summit to the top of La Alhambra palace and the picturesque gardens of Generalife. Delectable tapas await you in the charming city center before you wind through the Sierra Nevada mountain range to the quaint villages of Las Alpujarras. In the evening, you will enjoy an authentic flamenco show in the cave-style homes of Albaicin. Malaga's beaches and superb Picasso Museum are the final destinations along your Andalucian adventure.

Read more here about the other exceptional experiences our travelers have appreciated in their travel reviews of Spain.

Starting Price

$3,600 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

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  • Some or all activities and tours
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Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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