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Dive into Andalucia's rich and fascinating culture. This small group walking tour takes you through a magnificent tapestry of people, architecture, landscape and cuisine.


Activity Level: Moderate +

Walking 5-10km daily

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Andalucia’s rich and fascinating culture is one of the most exciting and distinctive in all of Spain. This area was deeply influenced by more than half a millennium of Muslim rule during the Middle Ages, and this small group walking tour takes you through a magnificent tapestry of people, architecture, landscape and cuisine. This is where flamenco, white towns, ancient palaces, tiny villages, religious processions, Picasso, tapas and sherry converge in a colourful procession of culture that is both charming and somewhat addictive.

We explore the heart of southern Spain, including the cities of Seville, Córdoba and Granada. We walk through smaller villages and ‘white towns’ to meet the locals and experience natural beauty, such as the Grazalema Natural Park declared Reserve of the Biosphere by the UNESCO. The Muslim rulers established universities and brought together the greatest achievements of all of the civilisations they had encountered. We see their stunning legacies, such as the amazing Alhambra in Granada, the Mezquita in Córdoba and the Reales Alcázares in Seville.

Food & Wine

We savour authentic Andalusian cuisine, such as gazpacho, pescaito frito (fried fish), jamón from Trevélez, and some of the best tapas in Spain. And of course, indulge in the wines and sherries of the Jerez region and take a guided tour of one of the most illustrious Bodegas in Jerez.

JourneyHighlights

~ Explore the stunning Moorish architecture of the Alcazar and Alhambra
~ Discover the charm of the quintessential white villages of Andalucía
~ Marvel at the precipitous position of the stunning town of Ronda

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Jim Hughes – Spain

Jim is Canadian born of Argentine parents and lives with his wife and two children in the beautiful city of…

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Jennifer Wilkinson Owner / Director

Jennifer has a life-long passion for food, wine and travel. Following a successful career in economics and industrial relations, she…

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GuestStories

  • This trip ticks all the boxes in Andalusia – the big ticket places and smaller unexpected delights. Walking in the mountains, sampling all the delicious tapas and wines and being blown away by the history, art and architecture of this region. Not to mention relaxing by the pools of lovely hotels or watching/ hearing Flamenco and other musicians.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Meredith, April 2024

  • We had an absolutely wonderful time on our tour in Southern Spain. The itinerary was brilliant!
    Our guide Jim was outstanding. He was attentive to everyone’s needs and very knowledgeable. His happy disposition and excellent organisational skills made for a memorable and most enjoyable stay in Southern Spain. Nothing was a problem.
    The other guides during the tour were also fantastic – particularly the guide we had in Cordoba. He was a wealth of knowledge and made our tour of the Mosque a standout memory.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Constance, April 2024

  • The incredible buildings (Alhambra; the Cordoba mosque unbelievable); the ambience of the small towns; the beautiful countryside. It was also a fabulous opportunity to see parts of Spain that i would never have got to on my own, especially the smaller towns that aren’t served by public transport (eg some of the places we stopped enroute to other towns and also Ubeda and Ronda, and the country side walks.

    Jim was a terrific guide. He is really knowledgeable about the history and politics of Spain and very informative. He is also very well organised, easy going and personable and a good walking/hiking guide as well.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Reg, April 2024

  • I had a wonderful trip and found the guiding and the range of activities very enjoyable. The hikes were all quite different and the history of this region is extraordinary but in some ways not so well known. The cities of Seville, Granada and Cordoba all have something very different to offer and the smaller villages have little gems tucked away also. The food, wine and sherry wine in this area was very good and it is always fun trying to navigate the Spanish eating and drinking times. I am keen to return to Spain.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Jane, September 2022

  • Such a wonderful trip exploring so much of the Andalucia area. Each day had yet another highlight, from beautiful hikes, to exploring the white villages, eating amazing tapas, and visiting stunning landmarks. All in the expert hands of Jim, our extraordinary guide.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Mary, September 2022

  • From the people, culture, food, wonderful history and architecture of Andalucia’s Moorish past to the natural beauty of its walks in smaller villages and sierras this is a stunning trip. Having travelled with Epicurious before, we had high expectations, but these were exceeded. Quite simply a must do trip if you enjoy fine food, great accomodation and walking in areas without tour buses and crowds.

    Food, wine and walking in Southern Spain – Robert

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