9-day cultural tour of Andalusia

After having a local breakfast and then checking out of our boutique hotel, we will visit the Picasso Museum or Center Pompidou Málaga. In one word, a great museum and a must see for art and culture lovers, here you can visit the museum on your own. After a light lunch, we will continue to Malaga's beautiful Alcazaba, one of the city's most emblematic monuments and partly comparable to Granada's Alhambra. A private guide (English speaking) will accompany our tour through the Alcazaba where we will discover Arab influences from the Moorish period.
After visiting the Alcazaba, we drive to our next destination, the beautiful village of Vejer de la Frontera. Vejer de la Frontera is one of the most famous Pueblos Blancos (white villages) in Andalusia. Upon arrival, we check in to our Casa Rural for the overnight stay. This evening's dinner will take place at the renowned Califa restaurant, where beautiful Moorish cuisine reigns supreme.

This morning, there is space and time for yourself to visit and discover Vejer on your own. Of course, Jan Gerard gives you tips and suggestions. At the beginning of the afternoon, we leave for the coast for a delicious lunch at the beach. Then we drive on to the beautiful Ronda, known for the Puente Nuevo and the El Tajo Gorge, among others. Along the way, we stop for photo opportunities and when we arrive in Ronda, we check into a lovely little hotel with beautiful rooms. And there is room to explore the historic center (narrow streets, squares) with a quiet walking route and viewpoints. This evening's dinner will include local tapas.

After breakfast, there is a private guided walk through Ronda with visits to the Puente Nuevo and views over the El Tajo Gorge, as well as a visit to the historic bull arena (Plaza de Toros) and the museum for a cultural context with a focus on local history and architecture. This is followed by a wine tasting in a local bodega, light tasting (3—5 wines) with small snacks. For dinner this evening, we'll sit down to a delicious restaurant with local products and a beautiful view over the Ronda Valley.

After breakfast, we leave for Córdoba early in the morning. Here we visit the Mezquita accompanied by a guide. The Mezquita is Córdoba's cathedral. The historic city center with the cathedral is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Mezquita is Spanish for mosque, referring to the building's function for the Reconquista before it became a cathedral. We will also visit the Jewish neighborhood, where we will also have lunch. To relax after a wonderful day, for those who want to relax, visit the lovely Hamam in Córdoba. For dinner, we take a seat by the river to enjoy this unique experience.

After breakfast and checking out, we leave for Seville. Once you have arrived and checked into this beautiful city, there is free time for yourself until dinner together to stroll through Seville and enjoy the beautiful buildings, stroll around terraces and just stroll and enjoy yourself. The joint dinner will take place in the Alameda de Hércules area where many LGBT visitors come and here you can enjoy flamenco, delicious food, see and be seen and finally an evening walk along the illuminated Giralda and Plaza de España.

In the morning, we'll visit Real Alcázar, one of Europe's oldest royal palaces, where you'll enjoy beautiful gardens, unique architectural styles and a cultural heritage that continues to fascinate visitors from around the world.

Upon arriving in Cádiz, we will start with a leisurely stroll through the impressive old town. Naturally, a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Cádiz (Catedral de Santa Cruz) is a must. We will also explore the Mercado Central, a vibrant indoor market where fresh fish, shellfish, fruit, vegetables, meat, and poultry are offered daily. Both renowned chefs and locals do their shopping here. In Cádiz, Jan Gerard will introduce you to a local specialty: the most delicious tortilla de camarones. After our visit to Cádiz, we travel on to Jerez de la Frontera, where we will visit one of the city's oldest sherry bodegas. Guided by an expert, we will explore the historic cellars, learn all about the sherry production process, and taste several characteristic varieties. The farewell dinner on the final evening of this unforgettable trip will take place at Restaurant Al Jibe. Here, chef Estephan—a master of preparing tajines—serves refined dishes inspired by Moorish cuisine.

This morning, we bid farewell to Arcos de la Frontera and begin a relaxed journey back to Málaga Airport (Costa del Sol). At the airport, Jan Gerard will say goodbye, marking the end of this special trip. You will head home with a suitcase full of wonderful memories, new connections, potential friendships, and unforgettable impressions.