Seville: Private Day Trip to Granada with Alhambra Entry Option 2: Visit the Royal Chapel and Visit the Cathedral
ID: GYG409863-1017495
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Paese: Spain
Durata:
01:30 ore
Descrizione
Head out of Seville and enjoy a guided day trip to Granada. Get an entry ticket to the most famous monument of Islamic architecture, Alhambra. Visit the Albaicin, Royal Chapel or the Cathedral.
In this tour, you will get to see just why the Alhambra is the most visited monument of Spain. Indeed it is probably the most important architectural structure of the Middle Ages and the finest example of Islamic art left in the Western world. Let yourself be taken in by its reddish walls (in Arabic, «qa'lat al-Hamra'» means Red Castle), the speaking walls covered with beautiful and extremely intricate ceramics and plasterwork, through which you will appreciate why the Alhambra is described as Granada's - and Europe's - love letter to Moorish culture.
This is a day-trip from Seville to visit not only the Alhambra but also the old Moorish city of Granada, and the Albayzín quarter, declared UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994. You will get to experience the local culture and lifestyle in Granada, truly one of the best city´s in Spain for tapas.
In our journey from Seville to Granada, you will enjoy the magnificant Andalusian countryside while learning all about its unique geography and history.
Please, note that Alhambra tickets sell out quickly. To avoid disappointment, book ahead of time, either online or by phone. It is necessary to check the organizers if there ticket available.
ITINERARY
•We will depart from our meeting point in Seville
•Arrival in Granada (travel time 3 hours)
•Visit of the Alhambra (Nazaríes Palaces, Generalife Garden and Alcazaba) (aprox. 2 h 30')
•We will find a spot for lunch according to your needs. The suggestions are Granada's tapas or Arabic food.
Option 1: Visit the Albayzín quarter (around 2 hours). Please note that the Albayzín is situated on a hill and we will be climbing through its streets to see the following :
o Gate of Philippe V,
o Plaza Nueva,
o Darro River,
o Zafra house,
o Aljibe Moraima,
o San Nicolas square,
o Plaza Larga,
o San Salvador square,
o View to the Sacromonte
o San Nicolas viewing point
o Teteria street
Option 2: Visit the Royal Chapel and Visit the Cathedral (around 2 hours)
•Travel back to Seville (travel time 2h 45').
Please note, timings are approximate.
Punti salienti
- Explore Spain's top monument, discovering captivating palaces and gardens.
- Panoramic views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada from the Albaycin quarter
- Feel at home in our private tour
- Admire the heritage of Europe's last Muslim Kingdom
- Unique art in the world: intricate ceramics and plasterwork on speaking walls.
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
The visit of the Albayzín quarter of Granada involves climbing steps and stairs. Please get in touch with me beforehand if you have mobility impairments and would like me to organize a taxi service.
INCLUSO
- Guiding Service
- Entrance tickets to the Alhambra
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private Transport in a 9-seater Opel Vivaro (2019): Aircon, heating, radio, comfortable spacious brand new vehicle, microphone incorporated for the guide.
- Carparking taxes
NON INCLUSO
- Taxi expenses from the Alhambra to the city center and back if you do not wish to walk (20 minutes on foot up/downhill)
- Entrance tickets to the Cathedral (9 euros per person) and to the Royal Chapel (7 euros per person). Visits to both of these are optional.
- Food and drinks
- Required for booking: Full Name, Age, Nationality, Passport Number.
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.