A True Taste of Andalucia

A True Taste of Andalucia

8 days by air from only £819

Join us on this very special tour, taking advantage of a unique opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the Spanish way of life. Explore the history, culture and cuisine of Andalucia from Salobrena, with free drinks included at the hotel's bar. A true taste of this wonderful part of the world.

Holiday highlights
• Spectacular Alhambra Palace, Granada
• Enjoy a traditional Andalucian meal with the locals
• White washed houses of Frigilana and Salobrena
• Sample delicious local delicacies
• See stunning Andalucian scenery
• Famous caves of Nerja
• Free drinks at the hotel's bar

Holiday itinerary
Day 1 UK to Salobrena - Fly to Malaga, then transfer to your hotel. (D) 
Day 2 Salobrena - A day exploring Salobrena. We take a walk through its winding streets to the 12th-century Moorish fortress, offering stunning views over the Mediterranean and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Enjoy tapas for lunch. (B,L,D)
Day 3 Las Alpujarras in the Sierra Nevada - We travel along the Costa Tropical, through an enormous gorge, carved over time by the Guadalfeo river. We vist charming villages and learn about the ham-curing process, with the chance to enjoy this delicious delicacy with a glass of wine. We then enjoy another tapas lunch. (B,L,D) 
Day 4 La Axarquia - Lunch with Local Housewives - To beautiful Axarquia, where we visit an olive mill to discover how olive oil is made. We then have a very special lunch, as we are invited into the home of a local resident to enjoy a typical Andalucian meal, offering a unique insight into the Spanish lifestyle and cuisine. (B,L,D)
Day 5 The Nerja Caves - To the famous caverns in Nerja and pretty Frigiliana, visiting a family-run bodega to enjoy some local delicacies, including dessert wine, fig bread and sugar-cane honey. (B,D)
Day 6 Granada and the Alhambra - North to Granada, with free time to explore. On then to the Alhambra, where a local guide shows us the unique architectural treasures. (B,D)
Day 7 Almunecar - To Almunecar, where we explore the rich heritage of the region, then on to a local market, to pick up some unique local gifts. (B,D)
Day 8 Salobrena to UK - Transfer to Malaga for the flight home. (B)
Included Meals: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Best Western Salobrena, Granada (3*)
Occupying a superb cliff-top position, with stunning views of the sea, town and beach, the Best Western Salobrena is the perfect base for your Andalucian aventure.
• Selected FREE drinks served between 11:00-23:00
• All bedrooms have private facilties, balcony with a view, satellite TV and telephone
• Coffee bar
• Restaurant
• Games room
• Tennis
• Entertainment on some evenings, with live music and a Flamenco show
• Courtesy bus into Salobrenas centre
No. of rooms:167, Lifts:1, Official rating: 3 stars

Flight departures:
Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Exeter, Gatwick, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, Luton, Manchester, Newcastle,  Southampton and Stansted

Your Grand Tourer holiday includes
• Services of a Shearings Tour Manager
• Air travel, including complimentary UK lounge pass
• UK airport meet & greet service
• Shearings Assist service safeguarding your luggage
• 6 included excursions
• 6 cities and resorts around Andalucia
• 7 nights half board, 3 lunches