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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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What you get on this adventure:
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- An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- All transfers (to and from the trails, to and from the airport)
- 5-day walking holiday in Spain (3 days of guided hiking)
- All meals, as indicated in the itinerary
- Accommodation for 4 nights in the beautiful Alquiera De Morayma Hotel
What’s not included:
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- Flights to and from Spain
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Drinks with your meals
- Entry tickets/parking
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Travel and medical insurance – mandatory
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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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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Hiking poles
- Lightweight hiking boots or shoes, preferably worn-in and not brand new
- Comfortable hiking clothes, shorts, and t-shirts
- Spare clothes for layering
- Waterproof rain jacket
- Warm jacket, fleece etc.
- Sunhat
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, blister plasters, toilet paper, etc.)
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
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.
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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.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this winter walking holiday in Spain, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1.
- It takes a minimum of 3 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8-12 participants.
Hiking in Spain can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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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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