Your Best of Andalucia 2-Week Vacation Includes:

• Round-trip Airfare
• Meeting and assistance on arrival
• Roundtrip airport transfers in Spain.
• 13 Nights at 4-star beachfront air-conditioned Sol Aloha Puerto Hotel in rooms with private private bathroom, living room, and balcony
  
• 20 MEALS as follows:
  13 Buffet Breakfasts
  7 Dinners at your hotel with 2 glasses of wine, beer, botled water, or soft drinks, including a Farewell Dinner with wine, coffee, and special dessert the last night of your stay.
  
• 6 FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING TOURS as follows:
• Full Day Sightseeing tour to Granada visiting the Alhambra Palace
  
• Full Day Sightseeing tour to Seville, the heart and essence of Andalucia
  
• Full Day Sightseeing tour to the ancient town of Ronda
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of Gibraltar including the Rock
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of Nerja & Frigiliana
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of the Countryside Marbella and Mijas
• DISCOUNTED SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS!
• The exclusive service and assistance of a Sun Holidays hostess.
• All hotel taxes and service charges.
  

A superb vacation value including 6 Full-Day Sightseeing Tours:

• Full Day Sightseeing tour to Granada
• Full Day Sightseeing tour to Seville
• Full Day Sightseeing tour to Ronda
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of Gibraltar including the Rock
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of Nerja & Frigiliana
• Full Day Sightseeing tour of the Countryside Marbella and Mijas
• SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THESE INCLUDED TOURS BELOW THE ITINERARY
  

DAY-BY-DAY  ITINERARY:

Day 1- Monday: USA – Costa del Sol, Spain
Evening flight with dinner and a movie on board.

Day  2 – Tuesday: Costa del Sol
Landing at Malaga airport. Upon arrival, your hostess will greet you and provide transportation to your hotel.  Rest of the day at leisure to relax and begin exploring the area. Accommodations at your 4-star beachfront hotel in Torremolinos. (Sol Aloha Puerto****) (D)

Day 3 – Wednesday: Granada & The Alhambra Palace. (Full Day Tour)
After breakfast, early drive along the Costa del Sol through the mountains of Malaga towards Granada. Halfway we will stop briefly in Loja and then continue to Granada. As we enter the city you’ll be able to see the peaks of the white-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains. A sightseeing city-tour will lead us to the Alhambra Palace. ”Alhambra” is an Arabic word that means red, the color of its fortified walls. Built during the 13th and 14th century, it took nearly 100 years to be completed. Visit includes the Court of the Myrtle’s, the Court of the Lions, the Hall of Secrets, the Hall of the Ambassadors, and the Alcazaba, the castle that guarded the Palace.  We will also visit the beautiful gardens of the Generalife with its green water gardens and the fountains that inspired several famous Spanish composers. Over the centuries the Alhambra gradually fell into ruins but, curiously, it was the American Author Washington Irving who helped prod the city into having the monument restored. Irving lived in the palace early in the 19th century, where he wrote his book "Tales of the Alhambra". Now the Alhambra is completely restored and rebuilt. Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol in time for dinner. (B-D)

Day 4 – Thursday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations and buffet breakfast at your hotel (B)

Day 5 – Friday: Seville: Capital of Andalucia (Full Day Tour)
After breakfast, drive along the hills and plains of the beautiful Andalusian countryside for a great view of typical towns such as Antequera, Estepa, Osuna and, finally, Seville.  The fourth largest in Spain, Seville is a city humming with life and prosperity, holding magnificent buildings and monuments, and considered the most popular and attractive in the whole country. Our visit will start with the Alcazar, which served both as Palace and Fort, and will continue in the Cathedral, a unique beauty all its own combining old Arabic and Christian architecture. The cathedral was built on top of a former mosque and is now the third largest in the world. Adjoining it, the Giralda tower stands 322 feet high.  We continue our visit to the Barrio de Santa Cruz, the old Jewish quarter where we will ramble along the narrows streets with it small bars and restaurants. Not to be missed is the beautiful Maria Luisa Park with its sunken gardens, the decorative fountains, and the lovely "azulejos"(tiles) in the Plaza de España, a semi-circular square with a great building around it.  We finish our trip to Seville with a drive over the Isla de la Cartuja area, where the Universal Exposition took place in 1992. Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol in time for dinner. (B-D)

Day 6 – Saturday: Countryside Marbella & Mijas (Full Day Tour)
This tour heads from the coast and covers a number of charming towns in the rich Guadalhorce Valley including Alhaurin de la Torre and Alhaurin el Grande. A stop is included at Alhaurin el Grande’s Wholesale Farmers Market before continuing through the valley and the Sierra Blanca Mountains. This picturesque route leads past the white town of Monda, and then towards the Sierra Alpujarra Mountains to the town of Ojen. After a brief stop in Ojen, head toward the coast to Marbella, where sightseeing of the old section of this enchanting town is included.  Marbella has long been a favorite destination of the rich and famous, and its beautiful scenery and coastline provide the perfect backdrop to this city. Departing Marbella, the coastal road leads to Fuengirola en route to Mijas, located about 1300 ft. above sea level and surrounded by the dramatic Sierra de Mijas Mountains. A sightseeing tour of the town is included as well as free time for shopping and lunch (lunch not included). Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol in time for dinner. (B-D)

Day 7 – Sunday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations and buffet breakfast at your hotel (B)

Day 8 – Monday: Nerja/Frigiliana (Full Day Tour)
Drive along the eastern coast of Malaga province to Frigiliana in the "Lower Axarquia" Region, where history traces back through Moorish, Roman, Greek, and Phoenician civilizations to the Bronze Age. Often called the most picturesque town in Andalucia, Frigiliana shows the indelible mark of ancient culture in its Moorish “Mudejar” neighborhood with its outstanding mosaic paved streets, immaculate white houses, and the cornucopia of colors provided by abundant flowers.  Free time is allowed to stroll this quaint town and perhaps taste its delicious locally made sweet wine.  The tour continues on to the site of the magnificent underground prehistoric Caves of Nerja.  Free time is provided for lunch (not included) and to visit this cave, often called “Nature’s Baroque Cathedral.” Admission fee to the cave is included. Afterwards, we drive to the old section of Nerja and then walk to the nearby “Balcony of Europe, ” set 100 feet above the sea and renowned for its spectacular views. Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol in time for dinner. (B-D)

Day 9 – Tuesday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations and buffet breakfast at your hotel (B)

Day 10– Wednesday: Ronda (Full Day Tour)
Today we head to the ancient town of Ronda. Spanning more than four centuries of Spanish architecture, this quaint town is sure to transport you back in time. One look at the famous “El Tajo” and the impressive sheer drop of the mountain cliffs illustrates its origins as a military stronghold. While in Ronda, marvel at its architectural variety, including the walled Old Town, a residential palace of nobility, the Cathedral, the bullring - the oldest existing in Spain - and the “Bullfight Museum.”  Free time for lunch on your own and shopping prior to returning to your hotel. Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol in time for dinner. (B-D) 

Day 11– Thursday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations and buffet breakfast at your hotel (B)

Day 12– Friday: Gibraltar The Rock (Full Day Tour)
After breakfast, drive along the southern Costa del Sol will take us to La Linea de la Concepción, the border town with Gibraltar. We will cross the border and enter Gibraltar crossing the runway of the airport where people transfer to small vans for a tour around the Rock. This tour takes us to the highest point with fantastic panoramic views of the Bay of Algeciras, the Strait of Gibraltar, and the African coastline. We also visit the Saint Michael’s caves with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites. Once taking the road down again, we will see the Barbarian apes that still live in Gibraltar. Free time for tax-free shopping or having a snack at the various English or Spanish-type pubs and restaurants. Late afternoon return to your hotel in Costa del Sol. Dinner on your own tonight. (B)

Day 13 – Saturday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations and buffet breakfast at your hotel.  Dinner on your own tonight. (B)

Day 14 – Sunday: Costa del Sol
Day at leisure in Costa del Sol. Accommodations, buffet breakfast, and Farewell Dinner with wine at your hotel tonight (B-D)

Day 15 – Monday: Costa del Sol - USA
Breakfast at your hotel and transfer to Malaga airport for your return flight back home. (B)

DESCRIPTIONS OF TOURS INCLUDED IN WITH THIS PACKAGE:
About ANDALUCIA, the region you will be visiting:

The jewel of historic Spain, Andalucia is the country’s largest and most quintessential region. It offers genuine folklore, boundless sightseeing, rich history and culture, and scenic beauty.  The region occupies the entire southern Iberian Peninsula, including the provinces of Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga, and Seville. Andalucia has become a vacation Mecca for its charming villages, seaside resorts, excellent shopping, local seafood restaurants, olive and citrus groves, and year-round temperate climate. The exclusive “DISCOVER ANDALUCIA” tour series described below has been carefully designed to provide our customers with a unique perspective and deep appreciation of the land they are visiting. The selected itineraries run and operated exclusively by Sun Holidays staff overseas, combine unique cultural, historical, and educational insights that will enliven your vacation experience.

Granada & The Alhambra Palace. (Full Day Tour) 

Early drive along the Costa del Sol through the mountains of Malaga towards Granada. Half way we will stop briefly in Loja and then continue to Granada. As we enter the city you’ll be able to see the peaks of the white-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains. A sightseeing city-tour will lead us to the Alhambra Palace. ”Alhambra” is an Arabic word that means red, the color of its fortified walls. Built during the 13th and 14th century, it took nearly 100 years to be completed. Visit includes the Court of the Myrtles, the Court of the Lions, the Hall of Secrets, the Hall of the Ambassadors, and the Alcazaba, the castle that guarded the Palace.  We will also visit the beautiful gardens of the Generalife with its green water gardens and the fountains that inspired several famous Spanish composers. Over the centuries the Alhambra gradually fell into ruins but, curiously, it was the American Author Washington Irving who helped prod the city into having the monument restored. Irving lived in the palace early in the 19th century, where he wrote his book "Tales of the Alhambra". Now the Alhambra is completely restored and rebuilt.

Seville: Capital of Andalucia (Full Day Tour) 

The beautiful Andalusian countryside will be the setting for a great view of typical towns such as Antequera, Estepa, Osuna and, finally, Seville.  The fourth largest in Spain, this is a city humming with life and prosperity, holding magnificent buildings and monuments, and considered the most popular and attractive in the whole country. Our visit will start with the Alcazar, which served both as Palace and Fort, and will continue in the Cathedral, a unique beauty all its own combining old Arabic and Christian architecture. The cathedral was built on top of a former mosque and is now the third largest in the world. Adjoining it, the Giralda tower stands 322 feet high.  We continue our visit to the Barrio de Santa Cruz, the old Jewish quarter where we will ramble along the narrows streets with it small bars and restaurants. Not to be missed is the beautiful Maria Luisa Park with its sunken gardens, the decorative fountains, and the lovely "azulejos"(tiles) in the Plaza de España, a semi-circular square with a great building around it.  We finish our trip to Seville with a drive over the Isla de la Cartuja area, where the Universal Exposition took place in 1992.

Ronda (Full Day)

Spanning more than four centuries of Spanish architecture, this quaint town is sure to transport you back in time. One look at the famous “El Tajo” and the impressive sheer drop of the mountain cliffs illustrates its origins as a military stronghold. While in Ronda, marvel at its architectural variety, including the walled Old Town, a residential palace of nobility, the Cathedral, the bullring - the oldest existing in Spain - and the “Bullfight Museum.”  Free time for lunch on your own and shopping prior to returning to your hotel.

Gibraltar: The Rock (Full Day Tour)

A drive along the southern Costa del Sol will take us to La Linea de la Concepción, the border town with Gibraltar. We will cross the border and enter Gibraltar crossing the runway of the airport where people transfer to small vans for a tour around the Rock. This tour takes us to the highest point with fantastic panoramic views of the Bay of Algeciras, the Strait of Gibraltar, and the African coastline. We also visit the Saint Michael’s caves with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites. Once taking the road down again, we will see the Barbarian apes that still live in Gibraltar. Free time for tax-free shopping or for a snack at the various English or Spanish-type pubs and restaurants.

Frigiliana & Nerja (Full Day)

 
Drive along the eastern coast of Malaga province to Frigiliana in the "Lower Axarquia" Region, where history traces back through Moorish, Roman, Greek, and Phoenician civilizations to the Bronze Age. Often called the most picturesque town in Andalucia, Frigiliana shows the indelible mark of ancient culture in its Moorish “Mudejar” neighborhood with its outstanding mosaic paved streets, immaculate white houses, and the cornucopia of colors provided by abundant flowers.  Free time is allowed to stroll in this quaint town and perhaps taste its delicious locally made sweet wine.  The tour continues on to the site of the magnificent underground prehistoric Caves of Nerja.  Free time is provided for lunch (not included) and to visit this cave, often called “Nature’s Baroque Cathedral.” Admission fee to the cave is included. Afterwards, we drive to the old section of Nerja and then walk to the nearby “Balcony of Europe,” set 100 feet above the sea and renowned for its spectacular views

Countryside of Marbella & Mijas (Full Day)

This tour heads from the coast and covers a number of charming towns in the rich Guadalhorce Valley including Alhaurin de la Torre and Alhaurin el Grande. A stop is included at Alhaurin el Grande’s Wholesale Farmers Market before continuing through the valley and the Sierra Blanca Mountains. This picturesque route leads past the white town of Monda, and then towards the Sierra Alpujata Mountains to the town of Ojen. After a brief stop in Ojen, head toward the coast to Marbella, where sightseeing of the old section of this enchanting town is included.  Marbella has long been a favorite destination of the rich and famous, and its beautiful scenery and coastline provide the perfect backdrop to this city. Departing Marbella, the coastal road leads to Fuengirola en route to Mijas, located about 1300 ft. above sea level and surrounded by the dramatic Sierra de Mijas Mountains. A sightseeing tour of the town is included as well as free time for shopping and lunch (lunch not included)

4* Sol Aloha Puerto Hotel, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain

The 4* air-conditioned beachfront Sol Aloha Puerto hotel has been a preferred choice of Sun Holidays’ clients since 1980, attracting hundreds of repeat customers every year. All rooms (called mini-suites) have a separate bedroom and living room, as well as a private bathroom, cable TV, and terrace.
A refrigerator is available for a small extra fee. An optional upgrade to west-facing rooms is available to enjoy the winter afternoon sun. Amenities include an outdoor heated pool, restaurant, bar, attractive lobby area, and a shopping arcade. Evening entertainment features live music, dancing, and occasional folklore shows.

The Sol Aloha Puerto hotel is part of the prestigious Sol Melia Chain, one of the largest hotel companies in the world. The hotel sits in a perfect location for exploring the nearest town of Torremolinos and for quiet walks along the seven-mile seaside promenade. Outdoor cafes, restaurants, shops, and banks are within walking distance. Day trips can be planned from the Sol Aloha Puerto to a wide variety of genuine and beautiful Andalusian towns within the region and beyond. A Sun Holidays hostess is available at the hotel lobby to assist our customers and to inform about the area, its attractions, and endless sightseeing opportunities. The Sol Aloha Puerto is a long-time winner among Sun Holidays’ clients.

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