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Pedal through the medieval streets of Granada on this half-dat electric bike tour. Get a battery-powered boost to help you climb hilly stretches of the city’s Albayzin Muslim district while your local guide points out historic highlights and hidden gems. Keep your camera handy for shots of winding cobblestone streets and spectacular views. Continue the two-wheeled tour with a visit to the legendary limestone gypsy caves of Sacromonte.

Granada is a melting pot of different cultures and with this tour, a private guide teaches you all about them. Visit a variety of different areas—including Plaza Nueva, with its Christian monuments; the old Moorish quarter of Albaicin; and Sacromonte, which is known for its Roma community. Along the way, hear detailed information on the history and culture of each place, which you’d miss if exploring alone.

Discover the magic of the Alhambra and its surroundings on a guided tour of the monument’s public spaces and the most emblematic places around it. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will tour historical areas full of charm where you will understand the cultural and artistic importance of this World Heritage Site. During the tour you will walk through the impressive Alhambra Forest, a natural environment that envelops the monument and offers unique views of the city of Granada. You’ll also discover places as representative as the Puerta de la Justicia, one of the most monumental entrances of the fortress, and discover the history, legends and curiosities that marked life on the hill of the Sabika. This visit is perfect for those who want to know the essence of the Alhambra, enjoying its walls, historic gates, landscapes and viewpoints. An essential cultural experience to understand Granada’s Nasrid past

The Alhambra has some of the secrets of the unique Spanish-Muslim culture that lasted for over 700 years hidden away inside. You will not be able to explore these charms anywhere else in the world. A stunningly well-preserved complex of Medieval palaces where it is still possible to feel the presence of its previous oweners. The paradise-like gardens are only a few of the gems that await you in the unique setting. Find out more about the plots and intirgues that provoked the failure of the Moorish Kingdom of Granada when faced with a Christian assault. Submerge yourself in the history of the last Moorish kingdom in Western Europe and live your own experience!

Sail into the Port of Mortil and set out to explore one of Granada’s most alluring attractions with a skip-the-line shore excursion to the Alhambra palace complex. Enjoy luxurious transportation and a knowledgeable guide as you wander the opulent chambers and pristine palaces of the complex. Sail past the long lines of the entrance hall with a priority access pass and visit historical highlights like the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife Gardens.

The magnificent UNESCO-listed palace of Alhambra is Granada’s most visited attraction and a must-see for first-time visitors. On this tour, combine a guided morning tour of the Alhambra—including the Generalife gardens, the Nasrid Palaces, and the Alcazaba—with a night tour of the atmospheric Albaicin and Sacromonte neighborhoods, known for their historic caves and flamenco bars.

Discover the old Moorish quarter of Granada—Albaycin (also known as Albayzin)—and the “gitano” (Spanish Romani) district of Sacromonte in a day with this small-group guided tour. Access spectacular views of the Alhambra, and learn about the history of these two atmospheric UNESCO World Heritage-listed neighborhoods without putting in the research time, as a guide provides fascinating commentary throughout.

Skip those crowded walking tours and instead, take this private tour of the Sacromonte area in Granada, where you’ll be able to hear everything the local guide tells you. Stroll the gypsy quarter through the winding Sacramonte hills as your guide explains the history and culture of the flamenco caves and other Granada landmarks.

Explore a pair of Granada's oldest and most atmospheric quarters on a walking tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte neighborhoods. Learn about the city's Muslim and Gypsy heritage as your guide shares stories of the characters and legends that lend the historic streets their mystique. See the distinctive cave houses of Sacromonte, stroll through charming plazas, and take in stellar views of Granada's crown jewel, the Alhambra.

Go beyond the Alhambra and explore a side of Granada that most tourists miss with this small-group walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Albayzin and Alcazaba. Navigate the maze-like streets of these two historic quarters without getting lost with your guide and learn about the origins of Granada and its Islamic architecture.

Half-day route to get to know Granada in depth. Tour the 4 main historic neighborhoods of Granada: Centro, Realejo, Albaicín and Sacromonte. You will know the 4 cultures that have shaped Granada over the centuries: Christians, Muslims, Jews and Gypsies. All this in a small group to favor personal contact and improve coexistence with the environment. We will also enjoy a break with tea, Arabic sweets and breathtaking views of the Alhambra. This tour avoids traffic on traffic streets and is set to pass through public fountains and water pillars.

The beautiful city of Granada can be tricky to explore by car or bus due to the many pedestrianized streets in its historic center. Save time walking around and make your time go further by choosing this guided Segway tour. After meeting your guide, head off on a group tour to see the Plaza Nueva, the Albayzin neighborhood, the Mirador de San Nicolas, and plenty of examples of stunning Moorish architecture.

Our tour will take you through the famous Albaicín quarter, will introduce you to the tragic story of the Jewish people by wandering around the Realejo neighborhood and will show you the main monuments of Christian Granada. The long history of Granada is a result of the different cultures that have inhabited the city. In Granada, the last Muslim city of the Iberian Peninsula, you can feel the heritage of the Islamic past, discover the traces of the Jewish settlement and amaze yourself at the sight of the Christian monuments. The legacy of these three cultures can be felt in the different quarters of Granada. Our tour will take you through the lowest part of Albaicín, through the Realejo quarter and to the surroundings of the impressive Renaissance style Cathedra

Get to know in detail the Historic Center of Granada from the hand of an exclusive Official Guide for your group. This private tour allows you to discover the impressive history of this area, asking all the questions you need. The Cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the Alcaicería… We could spend days talking about the history of these places. In this private tour we propose a temporary trip that will allow us to know exclusively the origins of this area and how, over the years, it became the center of the city of Granada, as we know it today. Architecture, culture and history come together on this guided tour.

Enjoy pure flamenco in the heart of the city! Granada is the land where this impressive art of flamenco was born. Do not miss the possibility to listen, see and feel the natural and authentic flamenco live. Every night a singer, a guitarist, a dancer and a dancer will interpret this art for you. Many of them belong to recognized Sacromonte families. Our tablao is located in the historic center of Granada, in Plaza Nueva, at the foot of the Alhambra and Albaicín.

The Alhambra is a magnificent palace and fortress complex that defines the Granada skyline. Rather than visiting alone and pondering about the stories behind its distinctive architecture, this guided tour is the ideal way to get the most out of your visit. First—enjoy skip-the-line entry, then explore the palace with a guide to provide commentary about its construction and stunning features.

Are you looking for a way to see Albaicín and Sacromonte without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Wind your way through the heart of the Albaicín, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in charm and dotted with historical sights • Hear from the producer, Ben Barclay who's part owner of treksierranevada.com, which offers guided and self-guided hikes • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. • Use the virtual tour option at home. Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go." Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Enjoy sightseeing and sublimity on a full-day tour of Granada’s alluring Alhambra palaces and the Arab baths. Sail straight past the long lines of the entrance hall with an Alhambra priority access pass, and then explore the vast courtyards and opulent chambers of the complex with a knowledgeable guide. Stroll amid the exotic flowers of the gorgeous Gerneralife Gardens then enjoy an afternoon of blissful indulgence in the Hammam Al Andalus, soothing your mind and body in the warming pools of the spa. Upgrade to include a relaxing massage during your time at the baths.

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Combine a skip-the-line visit to Granada’s iconic The Alhambra with an electric bike or Segway tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte on this 5-hour combo tour, ideal for visitors short on time in Andalucia. Beat lines often in advance of two hours with your skip-the-line ticket to the UNESCO-listed Alhambra and explore the Moorish features and Generalife Gardens with a guide. Then, depending on the option chosen at checkout, you’ll take a Segway or electric bike tour of Albaicin, the city's old Muslim quarter, and Sacromonte, the epicenter of Granada's flamenco scene.

You will be guided in the UNESCO heritage neighbourhoods of the city of Granada. Walking through the labyrinth of the Arab Quarter & Gypsy District we will tell you the centuries-old history of this city while enjoying the unique panoramic vista that stretches across the cityscape, with the iconic Alhambra looming in the distance. Retracing Granada's historical milestones, from the Reconquista to the coexistence between Muslims, Jews, and Christians, to the arrival of the gypsies, you will receive historical inputs allowing you to experience this unique city. Engage with our passionate walking tour, which will illuminate the city's past and present with captivating tales and insights.

On this excursion from Granada we will travel to the Lecrín Valley to visit an olive oil mill where we will discover all the secrets of extra virgin olive oil. It will be a delight! We will visit a traditional oil mill in the Lecrín Valley. Once there, we will learn about all the phases of the extra virgin olive oil production process. We will learn how the different phases of the olive circuit are carried out. We will conclude the visit with a tasting of two types of extra virgin olive oil. These Aoves will allow you to discover new sensations, flavors and aromas.

This is a visit for Families with children, to enjoy with them without worrying about anything else and try to make them forget their cell phone or tablet. When you visit the Alhambra with children, you want them to learn, have fun and, above all, entertain them. Our specialized Guide will make these special travelers explore the place with you, adapting the entire view to their age. Furthermore, this wonderful monument full of history, walls and towers, gardens and palaces, where numerous legends of princes live, will not leave them indifferent. and princesses. A way to bring the Alhambra closer to children and adults by sharing a cultural visit in a fun and friendly way where mothers or fathers with children can enjoy and learn together exploring the Alhambra, safely and peacefully. Choose well and see the Alhambra with the best guides in Granada for your children, their great experience will make you enjoy an unforgettable visit to this incredible place.

Journey back to the Kingdom of Cordoba with your expert guide. Visit the intricate maze of streets in the Jewish quarter, walk through the many arches of the Mezquita, see the intricate designs in the synagogue and cross the Guadalquivir’s oldest Roman bridge. Enjoy a local specialty for lunch (not included) and all in just a day!