Landscapes of Andalucía

Landscapes of Andalucía

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Landscapes of Andalucía

12 Days

Visiting: Seville, Cádiz & Jerez with Wine Tasting, Córdoba, Free Time or Alhambra Palace Guided Tour, Free Time or Scenic Andalucía, Úbeda & Baeza, San Sebastian

Tour operator:

Leger Holidays

Tour code:

12esa

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Interests:

Cultural, History

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting landscapes of Andalucía, Spain. This 12-day tour begins with a scenic ferry crossing to Santander, followed by an overnight stay in Avila. Explore the vibrant city of Seville, with its rich history and stunning architecture, including the Alcazar Royal Palace and the cathedral. Discover the coastal charm of Cádiz and enjoy wine tasting in Jerez. Visit Córdoba's iconic Mezquita and immerse yourself in Granada's allure, with optional tours of the Alhambra Palace and Sierra Nevada's picturesque villages. Experience the Renaissance beauty of Úbeda and Baeza, and pause in the bustling town of San Sebastian before concluding your adventure in the Paris area. With comfortable accommodations and a blend of guided tours and leisure time, this tour offers a perfect balance of cultural exploration and relaxation.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic city of Seville, including the Alcazar Royal Palace and the cathedral.

  • Visit the charming coastal town of Cádiz, with its romantic streets and traditional taverns.

  • Experience a wine tasting at a winery near Jerez.

  • Discover the rich history of Córdoba, home to the famous Mezquita mosque.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

  • Visit the picturesque mountain villages of the Sierra Nevada region, including Lanjarón.

  • Explore the Renaissance architecture in the villages of Úbeda and Baeza.

  • Pause in the bustling town of San Sebastian in the Basque country.

Itinerary

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Day 1


Regional departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Plymouth for the overnight crossing to Santander.


Please note: When you board the ferry at Portsmouth/Plymouth, you will require a small overnight bag containing any essential items such as medication. This small bag (no larger than a small rucksack) is counted as part of your overall luggage allowance.

Day 2

We arrival in Santander then travel to our overnight hotel in Avila.

Day 3

We continue southwards with a leisurely drive to our hotel in Seville for a three-night stay.

Day 4 Seville

Location: Seville


Today we spend an included full day in Seville. To help you discover Seville’s fantastic sights and stories, join our local guide for a half-day optional walking tour.
The city is over 2000 years old, and has a very rich architectural and monumental history. We visit the Barrio Santa Cruz area, a maze of narrow streets, picturesque alleys and hidden delights. We also include a visit to the Alcazar Royal Palace and the cathedral.


For the rest of your time, you are free to relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this lovely city at your own pace.

Day 5 Cádiz & Jerez With Wine Tasting

Location: Cádiz & Jerez with Wine Tasting


Today our excursion takes us to the old coastal town of Cádiz. Here, we include a guided walking tour of the centre which is surrounded almost entirely by water, and offers a romantic assortment of charming streets, municipal beaches and traditional taverns. We explore the city's cathedral and monuments, which are famous throughout Spain as the place where, in defiance of Napoleon's siege, the provisional government was set up with its own liberal Constitution. There will be free time for you to discover the town at your leisure.


We also include a visit to a winery close to Jerez to enjoy some wonderful tastings!

Day 6 Córdoba

Location: Córdoba


We leave Seville and head eastwards to Granada for a three-night stay. En route, we visit Córdoba, where you can join our optional guided walking tour. Córdoba was once the largest city in Europe and its incredible history is represented by the beautifully preserved buildings and squares. It is home to the famous Mezquita, a 12th century mosque, which dominates the town centre and is a symbol of worldly and sophisticated Islamic culture (entrance is included).

Day 7 Free Time Or Alhambra Palace Guided Tour

Location: Free Time or Alhambra Palace Guided Tour


Enjoy a full day at leisure in Granada or, alternatively, join our optional guided tour of the vast Alhambra Palace, which dominates the skyline with the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains in the background.

Day 8 Free Time Or Scenic Andalucía

Location: Free Time or Scenic Andalucía


Relax in Granada or join our optional excursion to visit some of the most picturesque mountain villages of the Sierra Nevada region.


We visit Lanjarón at the heart of the Sierra Nevada National Park – the village is famous for its medicinal waters, quaint Moorish style streets and 16th-century heritage.


We also journey onwards to the coast where we enjoy some free time in the charming town of Salobrena. The town radiates deep Andalusían culture, offering the perfect climate and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Day 9 Úbeda & Baeza

Location: Úbeda & Baeza


We leave Granada this morning and head north to Toledo for an overnight stay. During our journey, we pause to visit the picturesque village of Úbeda. Surrounded by olive groves, it has a lovely, relaxing atmosphere, with Renaissance churches, palaces and mansions to admire.


We also enjoy some time in the university town of Baeza, a haven of tranquillity and the perfect location to complete our Andalusían sightseeing!

Day 10 San Sebastian

Location: San Sebastian

We travel northwards through Spain and into the Basque country, pausing en route at the bustling town of San Sebastian, before arriving at our overnight hotel in the Biarritz area.

Day 11

We continue to the Paris area for an overnight stay.

Day 12

Return home.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    You will stay for one night in the Avila area of northern Spain, then three nights in Seville at Hotel Bellavista, or similar. You will then stay for three nights in the Granada area at the Hotel Ma Princesa Ana or similar, followed by an overnight stay in Toledo. Overnight stays in Biarritz area and northern France will be in city-style hotels.

  • Ferry Accommodation

    On the overnight ferry sailing, accommodation will be in en suite inside cabins.

  • Meals

    Breakfast and dinner are included on most days of the tour.

  • Guided Tours

    Included guided tours in Seville, Cádiz, and Jerez with wine tasting.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance to the Mezquita in Córdoba is included.

What's Not Included

  • Meals on Ferry

    Meals on the overnight ferry crossing are at extra cost.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional guided walking tours in Seville, Córdoba, and the Alhambra Palace are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

Accommodation

You will stay for one night in the Avila area of northern Spain, then three nights in Seville at Hotel Bellavista, or similar. You will then stay for three nights in the Granada area at the Hotel Ma Princesa Ana or similar, followed by an overnight stay in Toledo.

On the overnight ferry sailing, accommodation will be in en suite inside cabins (meals at extra cost).

Overnight stays in Biarritz area and northern France will be in city-style hotels. 

Mode of Transport

The tour begins with a regional departure by coach or Door-to-Door service to Plymouth for an overnight ferry crossing to Santander. The journey continues southwards by coach to various destinations in Spain, including Seville, Granada, and Toledo, with stops in picturesque towns along the way.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes stays in various hotels: one night in the Avila area, three nights in Seville at Hotel Bellavista or similar, three nights in the Granada area at Hotel Ma Princesa Ana or similar, and an overnight stay in Toledo. Additionally, there are overnight stays in city-style hotels in the Biarritz area and northern France. On the overnight ferry, accommodation is in en suite inside cabins, with meals at extra cost.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are several optional activities available. In Seville, you can join a half-day optional walking tour. In Córdoba, there is an optional guided walking tour. In Granada, you can choose to join an optional guided tour of the Alhambra Palace or an excursion to the Sierra Nevada region to visit picturesque mountain villages.

  • Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a visit to a winery close to Jerez where you can enjoy some wine tastings.

  • What historical sites are included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to several historical sites such as the Alcazar Royal Palace and the cathedral in Seville, the Mezquita in Córdoba, and the Alhambra Palace in Granada. Additionally, you will visit the picturesque village of Úbeda with its Renaissance churches, palaces, and mansions.

  • Will there be any free time during the tour?

    Yes, there is free time allocated during the tour. In Seville, you have time to explore the city at your own pace. In Cádiz, there is free time to discover the town. In Granada, you have a full day at leisure, and there is also free time in the town of Salobrena during the optional excursion.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 years

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?

    Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

Reviews of this operator

Gary White (Google Reviewer)  

Just got back from a...

27-May-2024

Just got back from a holiday with leger holidays to callea spain which my wife done as a surprise for my 60th and wedding anniversary together my wife and i had a great time the coach journey there was excellent regular stops for toilet breaks and a stretch. Our two drivers Geoff and katrina were brilliant serving regular drinks and making the trip pleasant all the people on the coach were pleasant the hotel in spain was so nice the best we've stayed in lovely staff lovely bar the guy at the bar was great really friendly nice room. Overall our journey there and our return journey was brill the only thing that was not good at all was the ibis hotel on the return journey the room was horrible not a nice breakfast not polite French staff. Not really interested in trying to speak some english if i was leger should try and use a different hotel. Once again a big thank you to Geoff and katrina well done guys for making our holiday lovely. Hope to see you on another holiday soon

Will (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the 4...

05-Jan-2024

I went on the 4 countries trip and swiss glacier express and overall it was a great trip. The coach I was on was silver service, it was tidy had nice seats and other accessories such as charging points and headsets which was very handy. The drivers Alex and Dave were fantastic, very kind, funny and respectful throughout the whole trip and a pleasure to talk to. The excursions were very pleasant and all ran very smoothly. The hotels were decent and offered a good service. I overall very much recommend leger holidays.

Sally Matson  

Excellent customer service

10-Jan-2023

Booked our ‘Christmas in Austria & Scenic Trains of the Tyrol’ through George on the customer Helpline. Nothing was too much trouble, everything clearly & patiently explained. He even had permission to log in on his day off to finalise the sale! A charming and helpful young person and a credit to the company.

Euan Donald (Google Reviewer)  

Been on two tours now...

10-Oct-2023

Been on two tours now the “D Day beaches” and “ All Quiet on the Western Front” tour of the Somme and Ypres. Both four days in total, two travelling and two on the site of the various battles. This is outstanding value for money, picked up from Carlisle , Cumbria and literally looked after all the way through the tours. The coaches are great and the accommodation spot on . The guides are very knowledgeable ( Mark Hope brilliant guy)and the bus drivers professional . Absolutely fantastic .

Remon Wanis (Google Reviewer)  

We have been working with...

05-Aug-2024

We have been working with them for nearly a year now as Sussex Airports Taxis, and they offer the best customer service ever. All their customers are always happy when they return from their holidays. We look forward to continuing our partnership for many more years to come.

William Olley (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

21-Aug-2024

I recently went on a coach holiday with this company. Everything was on time but there can be traffic hold ups with jams and roadworks! The coach was comfortable and the driver stopped for rest periods. The hotel was a 3 star close to a spectacular beach and was adequate. The catering was excellent! I went on the excursions included in the package and visited some lovely places.

Gordon Price (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from Italian holiday....

21-Jul-2024

just returned from Italian holiday. It was great spoilt a little by the high temperature even Ledger can't control that. The only real thing to spoil the trip was one of the hotels. The Krystall hotel in Diano Marina was terrible the room was dire with cracks in shower bogged up shower fittings noe control for AC end so on. The food was very poor, limited choice luke warm food on cold plates. After 4 evening meals (3 or four courses) we were only able to remember 2 we enjoyed. Breakfast was poor no bread except for hard rolls. No fresh fruit if you liked cake for breakfast you were good. If this is a 3 star hotel Italian standards have fallen which I don't think they have. Ledger brochure states "some of Europes most fascinating unique hotels" for Luxuria trips. This hotel should be removed from your list at once. The holiday was other wise good I cannot praise your coach crew too to much they were excellent. A highlight of the trip was the return trip through the swiss alps. It was superb and deserves mention in your holiday iteniary description.

Hilary Jackson (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

12-Jun-2024

I recently went on a 4 night tour to Scarborough. Driver was great hotel superb. My criticism is too many destinations crammed into day excursion. Example visit to Flamborough head stop for 1 hour it was teeming nobody got off coach but even if fine pointless. Then on to Bridlington coach Park 1.5 ml from centre. Most people are hard pressed to get to center & back in 1.5 hours pointless. Incidentally if Leger paid a permit they could alight us in the resort. Very bad logistics. On to Whitby with a decent stop should have taken us there & bypassed the other stops. I will not go with them again. I will source a better holiday with excursions to one place only.

Suzanne Maylin (Google Reviewer)  

Having returned from a fabulous...

24-Sep-2024

Having returned from a fabulous tour of Austria with excellent tour guides/ drivers, it's disappointing to say the least that I'm left chasing a return for an excursion that was cancelled. I called Leger 5 days ago and am still waiting in a call back. Leger if you want to retain customers you need step up on service. Good training , good service costs very little, and once embedded in a company produces more income. I don't suppose anyone from Leger will respond to this, but who knows

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from a solos...

25-Mar-2024

just returned from a solos break to valkenburg and rhine valley i enjoyed the break overall although both journeys were considerably longer than expected due to several picks ups. I could have done without the 3 countries meeting point excursion to be honest and the lunch on rhine cruise was very basic. The drivers/couriers were efficient and good humoured and provided free lunch vouchers on the ferry which were much appreciated. I probably would book another break with leger but to somewhere a lot closer to home.

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    Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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