Top Malaga Outback Tours

Discover some of Malaga’s major attractions in just a few hours on this walking tour, which gives you time to stop and appreciate the finer details of the Andalucian city. Go beyond the guidebook as you hone in on highlights such as Málaga Cathedral, the Roman Theater, and the hilltop Alcazaba, which offers panoramic views. Admission tickets to all three are included to save you from booking in advance and navigating websites in a different language.

Malaga’s wine heritage is rooted in the surrounding countryside, where many historic vineyards are difficult to reach without a car. This small-group tour makes it easy to explore the region’s viniculture beyond the city, with visits to a rural vineyard and wine cellar near Málaga. Learn about traditional production methods, enjoy views over the Mediterranean landscape, and sample local wines paired with tapas during a guided tasting.

Spotting wild dolphins on your own can be unpredictable without local knowledge. This catamaran trip from Benalmádena takes you into the Alboran Sea with a local crew to increase your chances. Learn about dolphin behavior as you search for pods, and, if time allows, enjoy an optional swim—combining wildlife spotting with a relaxed experience on the water.

Walk El Caminito del Rey through the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes gorge on this full-day tour from Malaga. Head into Andalucia’s countryside for a guided hike along the footbridge and cliffside pathway, which hangs about 330 feet (100 meters) above the river, as you absorb the bird’s-eye views from the vertiginous 1-yard (1-meter)-wide path. Entrance fee and coach transport from Malaga included.

Enjoy the natural park of the Sierra de Almijara in the best way: jumping, rappelling and climbing among the streams, ravines and steep rocks of the Río Verde area. With a local Andalusian guide who has over a decade of experience in adventure tours, you'll be in good hands for a day of canyoning. The maximum number of travelers is 10 per group, which guarantees close personal attention.

See the sights of Gibraltar on this full-day trip from the Costa del Sol. Travel to the British territory by air-conditioned coach, and discover its main attractions, including the legendary Rock of Gibraltar. Head inside St Michael’s Cave, meet the cheeky Barbary monkeys, and pass Europa Point, where a lighthouse marks the gateway of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Plus, get free time to enjoy Gibraltar’s British atmosphere and duty-free shopping.

See the fortifications and unique architecture of the Alhambra, and learn about the history of this place—the last Moorish stronghold in Spain. Explore the palaces and courtyards, and find hidden gems among the arches and castle walls. Experience the atmosphere, and see the art and intricate design that adorns every wall and archway, and tells stories of its former inhabitants.

Instead of spending hours planning your Malaga explorations, let a local guide custom-make your perfect private tour. Tell them what you’d like to see—or get their recommendations—and let them handle the logistics and provide commentary on each location. If you wish, hike to the Gibralfaro viewpoint, discover the history of the Roman Theatre, or learn about Malaga’s favorite son at the Picasso Museum—it’s entirely up to you.

In the Alpujarras of Granada, we find the perfect setting for gaining a deeper understanding of the unique character of a region through which numerous peoples and traditions have passed, and how each and every one of them has left its mark both on the land and on those who now inhabit this historic natural paradise. In the Alpujarras of Granada, we find the perfect setting for gaining a deeper understanding of the unique character of a region through which numerous peoples and traditions have passed, and how each and every one of them has left its mark both on the land and on those who now inhabit this historic natural paradise. Amidst magic and legend, our journey will lead us to discover the secrets of the cultural fusion that shapes the region as we know it today. To do so, we will visit: -Departure from the meeting point in Málaga or Granada -We enter via Tablate, a key location in local history -We head to Lanjarón -Our final stop will be in the narrow streets of Pampaneira -From there, we will return to the meeting point