8-Day Andalucia & Costa del Sol from Madrid (C-682)

About this experience

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day tour through the heart of Spain, beginning in Madrid and traveling south through the storied lands of Extremadura and Andalusia. Visit Mérida’s remarkable Roman ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before immersing yourself in the charm of Sevilla—home to the stunning Cathedral, the Giralda, and the picturesque Santa Cruz quarter. Continue your journey to Córdoba to discover its mesmerizing Mosque-Cathedral and wander through the narrow lanes of the Jewish Quarter. Travel along the Route of the White Villages to reach Ronda and the sunny shores of the Costa del Sol, where two relaxing days invite you to unwind by the Mediterranean Sea. The adventure continues in Granada, where the majestic Alhambra and Generalife gardens reveal the splendor of Moorish architecture. Finally, visit the Imperial City of Toledo, with its impressive historic center and panoramic viewpoints, before returning to Madrid. This itinerary perfectly combines culture, history, and leisure across some of Spain’s most iconic destinations.

Experience type

Multi day tour

Duration

8 days

Booking in advance

Book at least 1 weeks in advance. Before the tour starts.

Live tour guide

Spanish, English

Categories

Arts and culture · Bus or minivan tour · Bus tour · Cultural and theme tours · Multiday

What's included

• Accommodation and daily buffet breakfast. • 1 lunch and 6 dinners. • Transportation by air conditioned coach. • Multi-lingual tour escort. • Sightseeing tour with local guide in Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada and Toledo. • Tickets: Mosque in Cordoba and Alhambra in Granada*. • Travel Insurance Accommodation (Hotels or similar) • Sevilla: Silken Al-Ándalus Palace • Cordoba: Exe Ciudad de Córdoba / Crisol Jardines de Córdoba / Exe Las Adelfas • Costa del Sol: Sol Príncipe (Torremolinos) / Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo / Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro • Granada: Saray 2026 Note: - On the 26 December departure, the stay in Costa del Sol on 31 December will be on a bed and breakfast basis.

Please note

• A minimum of 12 passengers is required to operate the tour. In exceptional circumstances, if the number of registered passengers should fall below the required minimum and in order to maintain our commitment to guaranteed departures, the tour may proceed without a guide, accompanied instead by an expert driver/guide. • Not wheelchair accessible • Animals or Pets NOT allowed • Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1

   (Saturday) MADRID - MERIDA - SEVILLA (540 km)

   Departure from our terminal at 7:30 a.m. towards Extremadura to arrive in Mérida, with free time to explore its extraordinary archaeological complex, featuring the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, both declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lunch at leisure. We then continue along the “Autovía de la Plata” (Silver Route) towards Andalucia, arriving in Sevilla. Dinner and accommodations.

2. 2
   Day 2

   (Sunday) SEVILLA

   Breakfast. Morning city sightseeing tour, including María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the exterior of the city’s stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and the typical neighborhood of Santa Cruz with its streets, squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit to the Maestranza bullring. Lunch at your own. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show. Accommodations.

3. 3
   Day 3

   (Monday) SEVILLA - CORDOBA (145 km)

   Breakfast. Departure to Cordoba, at our arrival we start our walking tour starting at Almodovar Gate through the Jewish Quarter and continue for visiting the famous Mosque/Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and accommodations.

4. 4
   Day 4

   (Tuesday) CORDOBA - RONDA - COSTA DEL SOL (322 km)

   Breakfast. Then departure to the Route of the White Villages and Ronda. Free time. Continuation to Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations.

5. 5
   Day 5

   (Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL

   Half board in the hotel. Full day at your own leisure in this cosmopolitan resort.

6. 6
   Day 6

   (Thursday) COSTA DEL SOL

   Half board in the hotel. Full day at leisure.

7. 7
   Day 7

   (Friday) COSTA SOL - GRANADA* (180 km)

   Breakfast. Departure to Granada. Visit to the spectacular group of monuments of the Alhambra and Generalife, former residence of the Moorish kings, with its magnificent fountains, gardens and arches. Dinner and accommodations. Optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte and attend a typical show of gipsy flamenco. * If in any case, The Patronato of the Alhambra and Generalife were not granted tickets for certain dates for the participants of the Visit, a tour of the city of Granada will be provided instead: Visit to the Palace of Carlos V, the Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa María de la Alhambra, Royal Chapel and a walk through the city Alcaiceria (silk market) and the Cathedral Square

8. 8
   Day 8

   (Saturday) GRANADA - TOLEDO - MADRID (446 km)

   Breakfast and departure towards the Imperial City of Toledo, full of history and monuments. Lunch and panoramic view from Mirador del Valle and walk through it´s old town. Continuation back to Madrid. Arrival and end of our services.

Meeting point

VPT Tours & Activities Calle de Ferraz 3, 28008, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, ES

Pick up

Pickup is not provided.

Cancellation policy · Twin room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Cancellation policy · Single Room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Good to know

Operated by VPT Tours and sold by AGORA. Your voucher and booking reference arrive by email straight after payment.