Caminito del Rey and Ardales Guided Tour from Costa del Sol
Marbella, Spain
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
Overview
Walking the Caminito del Rey can be difficult to organize on your own due to access and logistics. This full-day tour simplifies the experience with transport from multiple Costa del Sol locations and a guide leading the way. Follow the dramatic cliffside pathway above the Guadalhorce River, then enjoy free time in the white town of Ardales.
- A guide saves you from navigating or planning
- Explore a side to the area off the usual tourist trail
- Enjoy the intimate feel of a small-group tour
- Skip the hassle of public transport with private transfers
What's Included
- Air-conditioned motor coach
- Multilingual guide
- Guided tour of the Caminito del Rey
- Admission Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
Select a meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Costa del Sol
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rio Guadalhorce Nature Reserve (Pass By)
2
Ardales
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
Caminito del Rey
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 8 years.
- The estimated time for this route is between 2.5 hours and 3 hours walking, so it is essential to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
- This path is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, or for people who might suffer from dizziness.
- It is recommended for visitors to bring water and snacks.
- Near public transportation
- There are no restrooms along the path.
- This tour can have multiple pickup stops.
- Multilingual guide/escort.
- Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.
- The tour could be cancelled due to the bad weather.
- The duration of the tour can vary depending on your pick-up point.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- A maximum of 9 people per booking.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Geraldine_G
It was brilliant, enjoyed every minute!
Would recommend to a friend saying it's very safe with a friendly guide all the way through who is very safety conscious!!👍
Definitly recommend comfy but proper walking shoes plus sunglasses as sun can be quite dazzling in places obscuring the view!!👍
Again it was an excellent experience and would highly recommend it to a friend with the proviso of course that they didn't mind heights!!👍
Many thanks for the experience!! 👍🥰❤
Reviews
4.1
based on 109 reviews
Geraldine_G, Oct 2025
It was brilliant, enjoyed every minute!
Would recommend to a friend saying it's very safe with a friendly guide all the way through who is very safety conscious!!👍
Definitly recommend comfy but proper walking shoes plus sunglasses as sun can be quite dazzling in places obscuring the view!!👍
Again it was an excellent experience and would highly recommend it to a friend with the proviso of course that they didn't mind heights!!👍
Many thanks for the experience!! 👍🥰❤
Michele_V, Sep 2025
Our bus driver never showed up so obviously we did not get to go on our tour. We were at the correct designated pickup points 10 minutes early and made numerous attempts to contact them. Communication has been very poor with Viator. I contacted Viator who then contacted the tour company for a refund but have been told that will not be happening. I have followed up with them, providing even more proof of what happened, and should they change their mind, I will write a new positive review. In the meantime, I would never recommend using Viator and will certainly not use it again myself.
William_K, Aug 2025
The Caminito is amazing, a 5. I gave the 3 solely because of our experience with the tour operator. There were pre designated pick up points when we booked and we picked one and then the day of the tour lo and behold there were a whole bunch more stops not listed for onesies and twosies, several out of the way, that added a fair amount of wasted driving time. The Caminto entrances and exits are crowded and there are many large groups mixed in with each other, no stickers or good standard processes which you would expect to minimize confusion or ease of identifying the guides in the crowds. Several of us experienced this and finally were also confused by location for bus pick up point at end of Caminito, not told time or location before the walk but luckily bumped into guide. Asked begore, but Still waiting to hear if there is a toilet on the bus. Don’t want to make a big deal over petty grievances, but this operator doesn’t have it together. Go to Caminito, but pay a little extra for a small group tour.
Derek_S, Dec 2024
This is almost a must do if you’re in the Costa del Sol area. Beautiful views. Pablo was an excellent tour guide, talking about all aspects of the area from nature to history.
Elena_B, Oct 2024
Absolutely amaizing trip and congratulation to th tour guide Michelle and Lucinda who bring a lot of information kindness and fun for all!
mfong017, Aug 2024
El Caminito del Rey was fantastic. Beautiful vistas and amazing walk. Andarles was ok. We got there early and not many places open.
Jill_M, Aug 2024
The entire hike was exceptional. The stop in a small town was not at all interesting and was infact, frustrating as there was nothing of particular interest to see and we spent 2 hrs there. I'd recommend skipping this stop, or finding an interesting town.
Sabrina_l, Jun 2024
Great day exploring the Caminito. Guy was very knowledgeable and organized. It was a long hike but very interesting…..I would do it again.
Dalene_H, Feb 2024
This was a great trip. A coach picked us up on time and then we had an English speaking guide when we got there who was very informative. Views were amazing and the walk round was very easy for any age.
The only gripe I had was the lack of information regarding what time and place we were to be picked up. Most of us were very confused as to where to go so if you go make sure you find that out before you go off on the tour.
AnaAstrid_S, Jan 2024
great day trip in Caminito del Rey. The stop in Ardales was useless since everything was closed except for a coffee shop. No time to visit the castle.
Cynthia_C, Nov 2023
Our guide was nice, but it felt like the group was too big and a few people slowed us up so we had to wait. Our guide should have given the tour, not being pawned off to the guides at Alhambra, who were very nice and informative.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Cynthia_C
Thank you for sharing this review,
I am glad to learn that you enjoyed the Caminito del Rey Tour,
Please bear in mind taht we do not operate small group tour to Caminito del Rey,
Nevertheless, we will take your comments into account for future revisions of the tour,
Best regards,
JJgrill, Nov 2023
Amazing experience & something that should not be missed! Only bad part was the many hours on the bus as we were the first pick up & last drop off of the day! Loved going to the small authentic Spanish town too! Thank you for a very memorable day!
alyson_p, Aug 2023
This tour was even better than I expected! Location was quite a long way from Toremelinos but worth it! David our guide was excellent and the team at the walk were v professional! Maria our guide for the 3hr mountain walk was so much fun!!
Mayra_S, Jul 2023
Fun and exciting experience with a knowledgeable tour guide and clean, comfortable air conditioned bus. The scenery and historical information were awesome
Diego_V, Jun 2023
The hike itself was amazing! The town that we went to before going to the hike was very boring with not a lot to do. Seem to be a waste of time
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Dear Diego_V,
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the hike on the Caminito del Rey. However, we apologize if the town you visited before the hike didn't meet your expectations and felt boring. We strive to provide a comprehensive itinerary for our tours, and all the details are available on our website to give you a clear understanding of the tour's activities.
Thank you for your feedback, and we appreciate your valuable input. We hope you consider joining us again for another memorable experience.
Best regards,
John_M, Jun 2023
From start to finish the service was excellent, from the bus driver to the guide both were a credit to both themselves and the tour company.
The actual walk itself was easy going as long as you can handle heights. The guide was very informative , with a good bit of humour thrown in for free . There was plenty time to take memorable pictures and nothing was rushed . Very basic level of fitness required and suitable for all ages . No hills , just a few stairs at the end .
The visit to the village before the walk was an excellent insight into local life .
The highlight for myself was watching scores of vultures soaring above the canyon , just hoping someone didn't make it .
Thankfully our full group of 30 made it back and all enriched for the experience. A big thanks to Rubert our guide for his excellent presentation.
Boda_T, Jun 2023
The bus arrived on time and we left from a central location in Malaga, I think the location is so amazing, it must be visited, the majesticity of the cliffs and the valleys is amazing, also it's 100% safe with a guide who is an employee at the park and the helmets and all.
Alex_W, May 2023
Great experience, the door really gives you the breadth Caminito del Rey and Ardales. The views were amazing, the walk was smooth and definitely got the steps in. One to be weary of if you don’t like heights, but always good to try get over your fears. César, who was our tour guide was impressive with his 4 languages and a really funny guy too, made the trip more interesting! Thanks for a good day out.
Best,
Lots hermanos.
Sophie_L, Apr 2023
We received an email stating that the time of the tour had changed, but the new time was not indicated. We contacted Viator to have more info. They never replied but sent us an email the day before the tour confirming the original tour time. The bus never showed up. Viator refuses to refund us. We will never use them again.
Debbie_T, Mar 2023
This tour was very well organized. Our first stop, Ardales, gave us a chance to see the typical life in a smaller Spanish village. We had ample time to wander around and see the town.
Caminito del Rey was incredible. The hike was not grueling but definitely not a walk in the park. Our guide Amanda was great. She told us about the natural history of the canyon. She maintained a pace that made it enjoyable for everyone. I would love to go back again and spend more time in the area.
Most of our tours were private tours. This one was not. However, this was the perfect tour to do as a group. The park breaks the large tours in to groups of 20 and provides head sets. You are able to hear and see everything just like being in a small group.
Well worth it.
Rosalie_P, Sep 2022
Everything was excellent, the guide Miguel was excellent with his four languages and the driver Diego was excellent too. One suggestion, the pickup point was stated that we were to meet out the front of the San Cristobal Hotel, in fact the bus arrived across the road. If we had not seen other passengers across the road we would have missed the bus. part from that we really enjoyed the tour, thank you to all involved.
Regards,
Rosalie and Robert Pearson
Australia
Abdulaziz_a, Sep 2022
- The bus has a lot of stops but it’s ok
- The guide friendly and professional
- The instructions very clear
Cecilia_F, Jul 2022
Caminito del Rey was a great experience for me and my 15 years old daughter. It was high, hot and memorable. The travel back and forth was very comfortable and well organized. The guide was interesting and entertaining and spoke fluently st least 4 languages!
We got back to our hotel tired and happy. We would do it again tomorrow!
Cecilia
John_B, Jul 2022
A wonderful experience! Our trail guide was helpful and informative. The bus guide was also very helpful (speaking 4 different languages was impressive). The trip was very organized. The views from the trail were so very beautiful!
Peter_T, Jul 2022
Very early pickup from Marbella (7:25 am), about 40 min rounds to pick up co-travellers from all hotels in Terremolino and Malaga. Bring more water than you would think you need! Freeze it the night before. The hike can be strenuous and the sun is relentless. Overall however, it's more than worth the trip!
Vesta_B, Jun 2022
at Caminito Del Ray we had such un amazing experience , incredible views , also great tour’s guide and bus driver .
If u never done it ? Don’t think twice ! U won’t regret!
Ruaridh_D, Jun 2022
It wasn’t explained well that you have 2 hours in Ardales prior to arriving at the Caminito Del Rey and there is a lot of waiting around; this made for a very long day which could have been shorter. The walk itself was beautiful and definitely worth it, both of us travelling have minor mobility issues and my partner has asthma and didn’t find it too strenuous. The guide, Marcelo, on the walk was excellent and the trail was really well looked after. Make sure you go to the kiosk at the end of the trail for any snacks and drinks as it is much cheaper than the first kiosks that you will see! Remember to bring lots of water! The toilets are very limited and there is none on the trail which is 5km long.
Ann_M, May 2022
The bus was very late to pick us up, over an hour late, this was a very negative start to the trip, however the visit to the Caminito del Rey was brillant, it has breathtaking views. The walk took over 2 and half hours to complete with a short break half way. Wear comfortable shoes, bring some water and use the toilet beforehand.
Michelle_N, May 2022
We Booked a trip to Marbella especialy for Camanito del Rey. The bus picked us up at 7:30. We had a 3 hour bustour because they had to pick up all the other people who joined the trip. We didn't go to camanito del Rey, but first to a place Ardales. Here you had free time (?) We did not know it was part of the trip. When We finally arrived at Camanito del Rey the trip was cacelled because of hard wind. We spent the intire day (of 4 day trip) in a bus. Ofcouse the company can not change the weather, but We didn't know We had to spent a few hours in a place called Ardales, when they went to Camanito del Rey directly We could have walked it.....
They said We wolde get a refund. I hope that is true
Danijela_C, Mar 2022
Caminito del Rey is great experience and really worth to visit.
Organization of the trip not so great: bus route with drop of in Malaga was not ok. Good three hours on the bus from Caminito del Ray to Malaga. On the way back, bus drove first to Marbella and endet in Malaga. At the he beginning of the trip, we drove from Malaga (last pick up) to Caminito del Ray for about an hour.
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