Andalusia Tour 2027

A Grand Tour
of Andalusia, Spain

October 1 - 8, 2027

The Alhambra's stone walls and towers, situated on a hill surrounded by lush green trees, with mountains in the background at sunset.

Join us on this special tour to Andalusia, a romantic region of southern Spain with 800 years of Moorish, Christian, and Roman history. This legacy created a distinct cultural identity defined by flamenco, tapas, and a unique architecture that attests to the region’s rich history. This tour explore the art and architecture of Andalusia’s three gem cities: Cordoba, Granada, and Seville.

DETAILS

October 1 - 8, 2027

Double Occupancy: €8,500 per person

Single Occupancy: €10,800 per person

Tour Start Date: The tour begins at 7pm on October 1, 2027 at H10 Palacio Colomera Hotel in Cordoba. You can arrive in Cordoba anytime that day.

Tour End Date: The tour ends on October 8, 2027 at the Hotel Alfonso XIII in Seville. There are no group activities this day and you can depart anytime.

Length: 7 nights

Group Size: Maximum 15

Tour Themes: The Culture and Traditions of Andalusia

To Reserve Your Place: fill out the following form or email laura@wingbacktravel.com. We will respond as quickly as possible with next steps.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • CULTURAL HERITAGE

    While Andalusia is rightly known for is rich architectural legacy, the region is also famed for its tile production, hand painted ceramics, and fine ironwork. On this tour to Andalusia you will experience a wide range of architectural and textile inspiration.

  • THE alhambra in granada

    THE NASRID PALACES AT THE ALHAMBRA

    Begun in 1238, the Alhambra was built for the rulers of Granada until their expulsion in 1492 by Ferdinand and Isabella. Today the complex is widely considered to be the finest preserved building of the medieval Muslim world and a source of inspiration for architects, writers, and travelers for centuries.

  • A hand-tied French floral arrangement, like those made in the tour's private flower-arranging class

    MOORISH ARCHITECTURE

    Ruled by an Islamic caliphate for centuries, Andalusia contains a wealth of monuments that speak to its complex Christian and Muslim identities. We will see this for ourselves at the Mosque of Cordoba and the Royal Palace (Real Alcazar) at Seville.

  • A scenic Spanish landscape of white buildings with red tile roofs overlooking a canyon, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and mountains under a blue sky.

    HILLS TOWNS

    In addition to its fine cities, Andalusia is known for its scenic hill towns. We will visit Ronda, a city set dramatically over a deep gorge, and stroll across its 300 foot tall bridge that spans the gorge.

  • Interior of a museum or historic house with decorative patterned walls, wooden ceiling, hanging lanterns, and display of sculptures and furniture, including a bust and a large round object on a pedestal.

    EXCLUSIVE ACCESS

    This tour features several early and after hours visits to the top historical sights in Seville, as well as a visit with lunch at a privately-owned palace.

  • A luxurious hotel building with ornate architecture surrounded by lush green trees and tall palm trees on a sunny day.

    HISTORIC HOTELS

    Our tour includes stays at four-sand five-hotels that could only be found in Andalusia. In Cordoba, Granada and Seville we will stay at historic luxury hotels that date from the 1920s. Our hotel in Seville is among the finest five-star hotels in Europe.

Intricate and ornate gold and jewel-tone ceiling featuring detailed patterns and decorative elements.
A picturesque view of a historic white-washed town with tiled roofs, a church bell tower, and narrow streets, set against rolling hills and distant mountains under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

ITINERARY

While we plan to follow this itinerary, please know that changes may be made in the event of unexpected cancellations or closures. A final itinerary will be mailed to you one month prior to the tour start date.

Facade of a historic building with intricate carvings, arched windows, and decorative tiles, featuring a central large archway and a small tower with a spire on the roof.

Friday, October 1 - Cordoba

You can arrive in Cordoba anytime before our welcome dinner at 8:00pm tonight. We are happy to assist you with your travel plans on arrival day. Meals: Dinner

Saturday, October 2 - Cordoba

This morning we begin our exploration of Andalusian architecture with the Mezquita of Cordoba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that combines Moorish and Christian architecture. After lunch together, we will have a guided tour of Cordoba’s famed patios(courtyards). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Sunday, October 3 - Granada

On our way to Granada, we will stop in a picturesque town for lunch before arriving at our hotel in Granada for the next two nights. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Monday, October 4 - Granada

We will be up early for our guided tour of the Alhambra right as it opens this morning. Our visit features the lush Generalife Gardens and the Nasrid Palaces. After lunch together, you will have the afternoon free to explore the fascinating city of Granada. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tuesday, October 5 - Seville

This morning we check out of our Granada hotel and continue through the Andalusian countryside to the hill town of Ronda, where we will have lunch together and time to explore the town. After arriving in Seville, we have arranged a private after hours visit to the Casa Pilatos. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Wednesday, October 6 - Seville

We will begin the day at a privately-owned palace where we will be welcomed for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the Real Alcazar, Seville’s royal palace that dates to the 10th century.After some free time this afternoon, we’ll gather in the evening for a flamenco performance. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Thursday, October 7 - Seville

We begin with an early hours visit to the Palacio de las Dueñas, a 15th-century palace belonging to the Dukes of Alba. Afterwards, we’ll visit our favorite house museum in Seville. Join us for one last dinner tonight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Friday, October 8

Our tour officially ends today. There are no group activities and you can depart Seville anytime. Check-out time is 12pm. Meals: Breakfast

A woman dancing flamenco in a red dress while a guitarist and three other musicians sit behind her on stage, clapping and playing music.
A set of brick stairs leading to an outdoor seating area, flanked by potted red geraniums and yellow flowering plants, with a decorative tiled fountain in the foreground.

FAQs

    • This is a high-paced trip with full days of guided sightseeing to Andalusia’s top sights. Punctuality is important on this tour. We will typically visit one to two sights every day before lunch. Some times you will have the afternoon free and other days we will visit a sight after it closes to the public.

    • We like to say that traveling with Wingback Travel is like traveling with friends. Our travelers are friendly and open to meeting new people. We enjoy lively conversation at the lunch and dinner table and love to see new friendships form. Solo travelers are more than welcome on our tours. If you enjoy participating in the camaraderie of group travel then you will enjoy our tours.

  • This is one of our more active tours. Those not accustomed to being on their feet for 2-3 hours at a time might find this tour tiring. On most days we will reach our destinations on foot. Most historic city centers have limited traffic thus making it essential that you be able to walk up to 1 mile to reach a destination. All travelers must be able to walk up and down several flights of stairs (not all historic buildings have elevators), up and down hill (Andalusia is not flat) and to walk on narrow cobblestoned streets.

    • 7 nights accommodation a 4 and 5-star hotels

    • All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

    • Privately guided tour of the Alhambra in Granada and the Royal Alcazar in Seville

    • Private visits to two palaces before public opening

    • Visit to Ronda

    • Evening flamenco performance

    • Visit to a private palace Subject to confirmation in 2027

    • Local and other stay taxes

    • Transportation by private minibus between cities

    • Complimentary travel planning assistance for your time before and after the tour

    • Two full-time guides (Laura and Ross) with you the entire way

    • Airfare

    • Trip Insurance (strongly recommended - we can recommend several options)

    • Anything not listed on the itinerary

    • Airport or Train Station Transfers. We are happy to assist you with this once you have your travel plans.

    • Gratuities to tour leaders

    • The tour begins at 7pm on October 1st in Cordoba. Cordoba is easily reached via high-speed train or its small regional airport.

    • There are no activities on the last day of the tour, October 8th. You can depart Seville any time on this day. Seville’s airport is well-connected to Europe’s major airports.

    • You might have heard of Spain’s late dining hours and this is very true, especially in Andalusia: most restaurants do not open for lunch until 1 or 1:30pm and for dinner until 8 or 9pm. There are casual cafe and bakeries where you can grab a snack or light meal in between these hours.

    • While we hope to avoid the oppressive heat of summer, it can still be warm in Andalusia in October with average highs in the 80s. That said Spain is accustomed to heat and, by European standards, you can expect a comfortable level of airconditioning at hotels and restaurants. Historic buildings may not have air conditioning. All of our hotels are air conditioned.

  • Yes. Each traveler is allowed ONE SUITCASE that cannot exceed 26 x 18 x 12 inches in total size.

    This tour includes two hotel changes and we are traveling with a minibus with limited storage.