"Enjoy 4 days of winter sun with light activities and the exotic urban highlights of Granada. A pleasant winter weekend escape with skiing, light multi adventure and inspiring guided attractions - invigorate yourself!" Overview /
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DESCRIPTION:
Our
Winter Weekend is hardly about exerting loads of physical energy and
more about balancing refreshing winter activities with the inspiring
beauty of Granada city - the exotic Moorish centerpiece of Spain - all
under the warm Andalucian sunshine!
This weekend winter break is open to those seeking an exciting yet
balanced escape from their winter blues. No experience required and we
welcome all abilities - our emphasis is on fresh air, sunshine and a bit
of healthy play in an inspiring place!
The weekend is filled with activities such as a day skiing or
snowboarding at Sierra Nevada - Spain's largest ski resort, a lovely
guided walk along canyon walls with swinging bridges, an optional
afternoon of rock climbing and abseil fun or mountain biking and of
course tours of the Alhambra Palace, a pub and tapas crawl through the
Moroccan Quarter and an evening of authentic Flamenco at a non touristy
venue.
Groups sizes are small - between 6 and 14 and singles and couples from
around the world have joined us on this tour. With Ryan Air, Monarch and
BA now flying direct into Granada, this unique program is very popular
and a great value!
DURATION OF TOUR / STARTING DAY:
4 days, 3 nights - starting on Thursday evenings
NOT INTERESTED IN THE PHYSICAL SIDE?
Sometimes friends and partners wish to be a part
of our tours but would rather do their own thing such as enjoy their
book in a plaza, shop Granada's markets or just take in the atmosphere
on their own terms - joining the group of course for evening fun! We are
happy to accommodate 'non active' partners - please enquire directly
about price and availability.
"What a fantastic experience! A great week
with my daughters, new challenges, a highlight of rock climbing, great
treks, wonderful lunches and the ultimate leader! Thanks Matt and
Jules!!"
Linda Dmytryshyn (Vancouver, Canada)
DAY 1:
(Thursday Evening)
Group meets at our hotel base in central Granada - right on the plaza
Bib Rambla and in the center of the Moroccan Market place and all the
attractions. Evening orientation dinner.
DAY 2:
(Friday)
After breakfast we
travel by private mini bus to Sierra Nevada Ski Resort (45 min) where
we'll ski or snowboard for a full day. New to the sport? No problem, for
a small supplement we can put you into our ski school - Sierra Nevada is
brilliant for learning to ski or snowboard. Apres ski we enjoy drinks on
an outdoor terrace at the ski hill with options for shopping in the
resort, ice skating or sledging before we return to Granada. Tonight we
learn the art of 'Tapas' culture and taste local wines and sherrys
followed by a walk through the Granada's Albaizan quarter.
DAY 3: (Saturday)
This morning we enjoy
a guided day out in our private mini bus with a lovely walk in the
Monochil gorge over swinging bridges and between steep canyon walls. The
walk is easy and about 2.5 hours in total - enjoying a tapas style
Adventurebug picnic with wine on route. A bit later we offer a fun rock
climbing intro course with abseiling or the option of self guided
mountain biking on the trails around the park - both optional of course!
We return to Granada to free up shopping and exploration time for the
rest of the afternoon. Dinner is not included tonight (allowing you to
experiment with Granada's cuisine and the Spanish language!). Later
tonight we meet up for an exploration of Granada's Flamenco quarter and
take in a real performance at a local Pena (private Flamenco
Association).
DAY 4:
(Sunday)
This morning we have a visit to the lovely Alhambra Palace and the
Gardens of the Generalife then a final tapas lunch in one of Granada's
many pretty squares before departing for our onward journey and saying
adios to the group.
Hotel Los Tilos, Granada
A lovely refurbished hotel situated on the famous Plaza Bib Rambla
with views of the Cathedral, Alhambra Palace and the Sierra Nevada.
Serving a tasty buffet breakfast, this hotel has all modern
conveniences and offers Granada's best features right from its
doorstep!
Pick Up / Drop Off Points: Hotel Los Tilos, Granada
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Enjoy our Winter escape to Granada in 2010 - ski, board, snowshoe or cycle and enjoy Granada's wonderful Flamenco culture!
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Prices are per person, based on sharing a double room. Please add the single supplement ("Single Supp." column) if you require a double room for single use.
Price includes all accommodation, transport whilst on excursion, most meals, entrance fees, adventure and ski equipment & lift ticket, guide and all taxes. A small supplement is required for optional activities (pending availability).
Important Note: Please also see our advice about Insurance cover if you are thinking about booking a holiday or adventure with us
What's included in the Holiday Price:
- 3
nights quality accommodation double share (single room available)
- 3 Buffet Breakfasts, 1 Adventurebug Picnic, 1 dinner (first night)
- Private mini bus shuttles to/from activities
- Ski pass and all Equipment
- Guided day of nature walks, rock climb or mountain biking
- Guided tours of Granada's highlights
- Entrance fees to Alhambra Palace
- Entrance fees to Flamenco Club
- Activity Insurance and permits
- Holiday orientation package and information
- Local taxes & service charges (we have no hidden fees)
What's not included in the Holiday Price:
- Flights to / from Granada
- Airport Transfers
- Insurance outside of our activity coverage (ie. cancellation, etc.)
Notes: Itinerary Confirmation:
These holidays are flexible as noted above. But for your piece of mind, you will receive a
detailed itinerary of hotels, activities and travel arrangements for your trip once you
have booked
- There are now several airlines offering direct and indirect flights to
Granada - click here to visit websites offering flights into Granada.
- Access to the hotel from Granada airport is cheap and easy - taxi or
local bus service available - 20 minutes travel time
- Activities are rated easy and this tour is not designed as a high
adrenalin adventure but more of a light active weekend break
Extended Stay Holidays:
Optional self-excursions (organized by us or independently), may be arranged before and
after your holiday with us. e.g. You may wish to visit Morocco for a few days after we
finish on the Sunday or spend a while on the Atlantic coast based out of Tarifa - the
Windsurf Capital of Europe - 45 minutes away. We would be happy to advise you and/or
provide hotel and car rental bookings for these destinations and many others.
Name: Al Andaluz Winter Weekend Duration: 4 days, 3 nights Start Day / End Day: Thursday to Sunday Pick up / Drop Off point(s): Hotel Los Tilos, Granada Difficulty: Easy - light activities both active and cultural -
no experience required Accommodation Type: Charming central hotel in Granada Climate: Winter Med climate. Evenings cool but days sunny
and mild
Ski or Snowboard,
Guided Nature Trek, Mountain Biking or fun Climbing Course blended with
brilliant cultural excursions in Granada's exotic surroundings.
Charming centrally
based hotel on Granada's picturesque Plaza Bib Rambla
Private mini bus transport to/from all activities and destinations
Ski or Board Sierra Nevada - site of the 96 World Championships and 05
World Cup Snowboarding.
Young dynamic trip leader to show you Granada's true heart, where to
hang out and what's cool about tapas, sherry and flamenco
Guided nature trek in Monachil Gorge with easy rock climb or mountain
bike option
Inspiring visits of the Alhambra Palace and the Albaizan Moroccan
District
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Our
Winter Weekend is hardly about exerting loads of physical energy and
more about balancing refreshing winter activities with the inspiring
beauty of Granada city - the exotic Moorish centerpiece of Spain - all
under the warm Andalucian sunshine!
DAY 2:
(Friday)
DAY 4:
(Sunday)
Hotel Los Tilos, Granada
