Sol Timor
2 WEEKS at beachfront 3* Sol Timor Apartment Hotel including Airfare, Buffet Breakfast daily, and Daily Evening Entertainment.

The region where you'll stay: ANDALUCIA


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.

Optional Tours you may purchase locally while in Costa del Sol:

These tours can only be
 purchased locally from your hostess while in Costa del Sol.

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.

Tangier: The African experience (Full Day Tour)
An early start this morning with a drive along the coast to Algeciras of Tarifa, closest point in Spain to Africa, where all participants will board the ferry to sail across the strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, formerly the most important free port of Africa. Tangier was in Spanish hands till 1956, when it was handed over to the kingdom of Morocco after Moroccan Independence. Back in the 1940´s and1960´s Tangier was an International zone. Once in Tangier the motor coaches will take us on a panoramic drive through the countryside with a stop at the Cape to have a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. Then we drive through the different areas of Tangier: the Italian, French, Spanish, and American area. After this tour and lunch in a typical restaurant, we will walk into the past and visit the Zocco and the market area, a bustling mixture of sights, sounds and smells, the mysterious Medina, the old town and the Kasbah, and the citadel where snake charmers show their skills. The Moroccan merchants in the bazaars are used to price bargaining so we recommend you use caution and offer a quarter off what they ask for before attempting to buy anything at all. After this interesting experience we return to the port and embark to the ferry to the Spanish mainland, where the motor coaches will take us back to our hotel. PLEASE NOTE: Valid passport is required. Shops are closed on Saturday afternoon and all day Sundays.

Cordoba: The Moorish City (Full day)
A wonderful tour starts with long and scenic drive through the real Andalusian countryside. We pass the city of Malaga, travel through the mountains of Malaga, cross the plains of La Vega de Antequera and arrive at the Moorish city of Cordoba. Cordoba is one of the few cities in the world still characterized by a tremendous feeling of spirit. Founded by the Carthaginians, Cordoba was conquered by the Romans, invaded by the Goths and rebuilt by the Moors in 711, when Cordoba became the capital of the vast Emirate. In the middle of the 8th century a new emir, Abderraman I came to power and gave Cordoba a glorious period of prosperity, reaching its peak with Abderraman II. In the 10th century Cordoba became the most densely populated and civilized city in the West. Its mosque became the richest and most splendid Islamic monument. We will visit the Mosque/Cathedral, one of the most impressive buildings in the world, pass through the Jewish quarter strongly influenced by Islamic and Mudejar art, see the Roman Bridge, the Synagogue, the only one preserved in Andalucia and dating back to the XIV century and a pleasant walk through the Jewish quarter. There will be free time for lunch (not included) before 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. PLEASE NOTE: Valid passport is required. Shops are closed on Saturday afternoon and all day Sundays.

The 3 star Sol Timor

   




A constant favorite of Sun Holidays travelers, the Sol Timor offers an unbeatable combination of unrivaled location and affordability.  Located along the sandy beach in Torremolinos, this apartment-style hotel offers both studio and one-bedroom lodgings. All rooms at the Timor Sol include a kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, microwave and toaster, private bathroom, television, and a private balcony, many with views of the Mediterranean.
Amenities include two swimming pools, tennis courts, supermarket -liquor store, and a self-service laundry. An extensive activity program offers plenty of social events and live entertainment including games, card tournaments, and dancing.   The public areas of the Sol Timor include a lounge, snack bar, restaurant, TV room, game room, and hairdresser.  You need not feel far from family and friends at home as the Sol Timor also offers an internet café (internet access fees apply).
The comfortable Sol Timor is the perfect spot to spend your extended vacation on the Costa del Sol and a perfect base for exploring Torremolinos and the Andalusia Region.  A 7-mile long paved seaside promenade runs between the hotel and the sea providing a great opportunity to stroll along the beachfront and admire both the views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding dramatic rock formations. Along the promenade, you will find numerous cafes, shops, restaurants, and bars within easy walking distance from the hotel.   Don’t leave without sampling local delicacies such as paella and the freshest seafood from these local restaurants. Be sure to visit the nearby Benalmadena Marina with its shops and restaurants. The quaint fishing village of La Carihuela, famous for its fresh seafood restaurants, is also in close proximity to the Sol Timor. Set aside one morning to visit La Carihuela old fishing town now dotted with excellent fresh seafood restaurants.
Just a short bus ride away is the lively town center of Torremolinos with its stores, and seasonal outdoor markets.  Don’t miss the vibrant Calle San Miguel for a unique shopping experience.  Local flea markets are also not to be missed with their treasure trove of antiques, handicrafts, and fine leather goods--perfect for souvenirs and gifts.
The Sol Timor also offers an affordable base for exploring more of Andalucia.  Numerous day-trips are available from including Granada, Gibraltar, Cordoba, and even Morocco.  Our Sun Holidays staff will be happy to assist you in planning these exciting excursions.
Unpretentious and comfortable, the Sol Timor is an unbeatable value in a great location. Come join us in Spain this winter for an unforgettable and affordable holiday.