Alpujarra and Sierra Nevada - Overland Trip
1 week: Malaga - Trevelez to Malaga (IMT-UAAL)
Intro
The Sierra Nevada and their foothills the Alpujarra represent a part of Spain that could not be further from the conventional image. Travel away from the hordes to the little visited but stunningly beautiful villages on the edge of the spectacular ‘Sierra Nevada Park Natural’. Spend your days walking in tranquil valleys, through picturesque whitewashed villages, sampling the local produce of wines, hams and cheeses, while enjoying a timeless way of life.Maximum Group Size
18Arrival Transfer
From airport to Trevelez on day 1 onlyTrek Grade
A / B - Easy / ModerateFully Escorted
By local tour leaderTransport
Minibus and public busActivities
Extensive walking in the Alpujarra and Sierra NevadaAccommodation
7 nights apartment accommodationMeals
Breakfast included daily. Allow approx €13 (US$15) per day for other mealsPlease note
You will return to Malaga airport at around 12 noon, so you should take this into account when booking onward flights, allowing for appropriate check-in time.Itineraries
Day 1,MALAGA - TREVELEZArrival in Malaga where you’ll be met and transferred to the village of Trevelez. At 1,550m this is the highest village in Spain and our base for the week.
Day 2,TREVELEZWalk out of the village along a beautiful path beside the river, climbing gently towards its source. The fast-flowing river is made up entirely from snow melt, dashing its way over smooth rocks down the glaciated valley. (B)
Day 3,TREVELEZ - JUVILESSpend some time in the lower part of Trevelez before walking to the delightful village of Juviles. Don't be surprised if we encounter shepherds with their flocks using the same paths. Relax with a beer and tapas before exploring the village prior to returning to Trevelez. (B)
Day 4,GRANADAWe have the opportunity to make an excursion to the fascinating city of Granada and visit the Alhambra (optional excursions), perhaps the greatest of all Moorish monuments in Andalucia. (B)
Day 5,TREVELEZ - PORTUGOSWalking out of the village we wend our way through pine forests, crossing flood gorges and gently making our way to the picturesque village of Portugos where we discover a beautifully renovated church in a traditional Alpujarran village. (B)
Day 6,TREVELEZ - PENABONToday we climb to the nearby peak of Penabon affording us magnificent views of the valley below and much of the Alpujarra and Sierra Nevada range. (B)
Day 7,POQUIERA GORGEWe take an excursion to the beautiful villages of Pampaneira, Bubion and Capalleira, situated within the spectacular Poquiera Gorge. We have time to explore the narrow streets and relax in some of the local bars to enjoy the excellent tapas on offer. (B)
Day 8,MALAGAToday you are transferred back to Malaga for your onward flight. (B)
Last updated: 20th October 2009
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