Andalucia, Tren AVE
Duration
4 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Madrid
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Scenery: The plains of La Mancha, with the silhouettes of windmills and vast expanses of olive groves in the province of Jaén.
07:45 a.m. – Departure from Madrid (the schedule may vary slightly depending on the pickup points). We will stop in Puerto Lápice, a picturesque town in La Mancha that evokes the spirit of Don Quixote.
01:30 p.m. - Granada - Arrival at the hotel. Lunch will be included. In the afternoon (or the next morning if there are issues obtaining tickets), we will visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, dating back to the Arab era, with a local guide. After the tour, you will have free time. We recommend taking a stroll through the Albaicín neighborhood.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:
-The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
-To access the Alhambra, you must present the document used to confirm your reservation (passport or ID).
Scenery: Beautiful landscapes by the sea. Mountains and white villages.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Granada. We´ll travel towards the Mediterranean Sea.
10:00 a.m. - Malaga. We´ll have time to walk through the historic district, famous for its cathedral.
11:30 a.m. – Departure from Malaga. We´ll follow the coastal highway next to the sea.
12:30 p.m. - Puerto Banús. We’ll spend some time in this exclusive area of Marbella, in the heart of the Costa del Sol. Time to stroll along its marina and shopping streets.
03:00 p.m. – Departure from Marbella. We´ll leave the coastline and journey towards the Andalusian mountains, passing through beautiful towns with great views along the way.
04:30 p.m. – Ronda. A magical and peaceful white town, known for its alleys and the deep canyon that divides it. We´ll have time to walk, explore and take in the views.
06:00 p.m. – Departure from Ronda. We´ll continue through beautiful landscapes of hills and white villages.
08:00 p.m. – Seville. Arrival in the evening.
In the morning, we´ll include a city tour lasting approximately one and a half hours. You´ll visit the Giralda, Santa Cruz neighborhood, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Torre del Oro, Maestranza Bullring, Cartuja Island (home to Isla Mágica amusement park and the Expo site), and María Luisa Park with the beautiful Plaza de España. After the tour, we´ll include a boat ride along the Guadalquivir River for stunning panoramic views.
In the afternoon, we´ll transfer you to the train station. Our guide will provide your return ticket. Departure is around 6:00 p.m. on a high-speed train, one of the fastest in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 300 km per hour. Upon arrival at the Madrid station, we´ll transfer you to your hotel.
Notes:
-Europamundo’s guide will not accompany passengers during the train ride.
-If you have purchased a tour that includes a train ticket, your luggage during the train journey will be your responsibility and custody. The total limit is 20 kg, and the dimensions must not exceed 250 cm (length + width + height). The railway services company will not assume responsibility for any incidents related to luggage.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.