Leave the everyday hustle behind and embrace Andalusia’s natural rhythm with a 5-day winter walking holiday that’s as much about discovery as it is about relaxation. We’ll walk easy trails through blooming almond orchards, sip on local wines, and trace the footsteps of history on ancient routes. With scenic views of Sierra Nevada in the background, cultural encounters, and some seriously amazing Spanish meals, this trip offers the ideal balance for those seeking both adventure and leisure. Let’s discover Andalusia’s hidden gems together—no rush, just great walks and good company under the winter sun.
Immerse yourself in the heart of Andalusia with this 5-day winter walking holiday in Spain that blends history, nature, and culture. With three days of leisurely guided walks, we’ll explore stunning landscapes, from the snow-capped Sierra Nevada to blooming almond orchards. We’ll visit historic villages, walk along ancient trails, and discover hidden gems like Gerald Brennan’s hillside retreat. This easy-paced journey includes cozy accommodation, delicious regional meals, and transfers to and from the airport.
We’ll pick you up from the Malaga airport. We’ll then transfer to the hotel in Cádiar for welcome drinks and a nice dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Alquería de Morayma Hotel
We’ll transfer to the Barranco Oscuro vineyard where we’ll start our walk down the Contraviesa mountain range. Walking downhill all day, we will pass through almond orchards in full bloom with snow-capped Sierra Nevada as the backdrop. Later on, we’re walking back to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 10 km / 6.2 mi (14 km / 8.7 mi with extension on an optional, longer hike)
Elevation: -400 m / -1,312 ft
Accommodation: Alquería de Morayma Hotel
A 20-minute transfer from the hotel takes us to the village of Juviles. We will join the GR7 trail and follow it down the spectacular gorge of El Fuerte. We’ll visit the place of the longest siege in the Moorish conquest, and after that, we will walk through the village of Timar, and then contour along an ancient Acequia (water canal) for lunch at the village of Lobras. In the afternoon, we’ll walk back to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 10 km / 6.2 mi (16 km / 10 mi with extension on an optional, longer hike)
Elevation: +300 m / +984 ft, -200 m / -656 ft
Accommodation: Alquería de Morayma Hotel
On Day 4, we’ll walk from the hotel along a dry river bed which takes us to the small village of Yator, where we’ll have a coffee break. From here, we’ll walk uphill on a vehicle track to the hamlet of Monte Negro before we get to the village of Yegen, where we can see the 1920s home of the Hispanista Gerald Brennan. Later on, we’ll transfer back to the hotel for a nice dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 15 km / 9.3 mi
Accommodation: Alquería de Morayma Hotel
It’s our last day on the tour. After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the airport in Malaga and say our goodbyes.
Meals: Breakfast
A wonderful experience from beginning to end. Spectacular scenery, interesting little villages, excellent accommodation and meals. The terrain was varied and, at times, challenging but Dan was always there with a helping hand if needed and his local knowledge of the area, its vegetation, wildlife and history is extensive. Dan was a kind, thoughtful and fun host/well informed guide in a stunningly beautiful part of Spain. A week wasn’t long enough!
Highly recommend this company. Excellent value and Dan dealt with all aspects of trip/our queries with good humour, and very informative of local history. Accommodation fantastic and memorable in all the right ways. Myself and group of friends thoroughly enjoyed our trip and would use again
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This winter walking holiday in Spain is rated easy. You must be able to walk for 4-5 hours with some uphills and downhills on good paths, meaning that a basic level of fitness is required. Check out the itinerary to learn day-by-day distances and elevation gains.
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Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
The weather is usually dry and sunny at this time of the year. The temperatures will be good for walking, around 18°C (64.4°F) in the sunshine, but at night it will be quite colder.
Group sizes and pricing
Hiking in Spain can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your winter walking holiday in Spain is Malaga. To get there, most people fly into Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP / LEMG). From there, you’ll be transferred to the hotel in Cádiar in the Alpujarra region.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time. More info will be provided by the guides before the start of the trip.
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Deposits
You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:
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Dan organised an excellent trip, the walks were ideal for the group taking in a variety of areas of the beautiful Alpujarras . Good company, great hotels, food and transport. Definitely recommend. Bill on our trip also quoted..Dan is a good guide with a grand sense of humour. He allows the group to walk at their own pace and provides insight to locality. The accommodation was first class with two hotels used on our trip.