Granada Day Trip + Alhambra Tour

Discover why the Alhambra in Granada is one of Spain's most popular monuments with this day trip from Benalmadena. Delve deep into its legendary Arab history!

Description

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the meeting point of your choice and leave Benalmadena toward Granada. We will stop halfway for breakfast. Once in Granada, we provide 2 free hours to explore the city, where you can visit the Cathedral, stroll through Arab neighborhoods like the Albaicin, and enjoy views of the Alhambra from the Paseo de los Tristes.

After gathering, we will head to the Alhambra. This tour includes 3 hours exploring the palace-complex, visiting the Palace of Carlos V, the Alcazaba, the Generalife, and its gardens. During the tour, learn about the history of the Muslim caliphs and emirs and the Reconquista in 1492, along with the Alhambra's designation as a World Heritage Site.

We will return to our vehicle and head back to Benalmádena, completing a 10-hour excursion.

Alhambra with Nasrid Palaces

For a complete visit, you can opt to tour the Nasrid Palaces, which includes the Courtyard of the Lions and the Palace of Comares, excluding the Alcazaba.

Itinerary changes

The itinerary may occasionally be reversed, visiting the Alhambra complex first, followed by free time in the center of Granada.