10-Day Private Halal Tour in Muslim Spain

Day 1: MADRID

1. Barajas Airport
   8h
   Arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid Barajas Airport. Welcome.
   Transfer to the hotel and registration. Briefing about the Tour.
   Food in a typical restaurant - Halal menu. Rest of the day free.
   Dinner in a restaurant, with a Halal menu, of typical Spanish food.
   Night in Madrid.

Day 2: MADRID - CORDOBA

1. Cordoba
   4h
   Early breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Córdoba: Headquarters of the Umayyad Caliphate.
   Intermediate stop to rest.
   Arrival in Córdoba. Check-in at the hotel. Transfer to Lunch in a typical Cordoban restaurant - Halal Menu.
2. Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba
   2h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon, guided tour of the most famous monument in Córdoba, the Great Mosque Cathedral, the ancient Aljama. Mosque built between the 8th and 10th centuries by the Umayyads of Córdoba, converted into a cathedral in 1236, a World Heritage Site since 1984. The Great Mosque of Córdoba represents a unique artistic achievement due to its size, and the great audacity of the height of its ceilings. . It is an irreplaceable testimony of the Caliphate of Córdoba and is the most emblematic monument of Islamic religious architecture. It was a very unusual type of mosque that testifies to the presence of Islam in the West. The Great Mosque of Córdoba was also very influential in Western Islamic art from the 8th century as well as in the neo-Arabic style in the 19th century.
3. Centro Historico de Cordoba
   4h · Admission ticket included
   We will end the visit with a walk through the historic center. We will see the Puerta del Puente, Roman Bridge and the Torre de la Calahorra (Qala'at al-hurriya), which is a fortress conceived as the entrance and protection of the Roman Bridge of Córdoba, it was declared a Historical-Artistic Site in 1931, along with the Roman bridge and the Puerta del Puente, houses the headquarters of the Living Museum of Al-Andalus. It is part of the Historical Center of Córdoba, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994. We will go to the White Quarter of San Basilio to visit a typical Córdoba Patio (Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO) and a filigree workshop in silver, typical from Cordoba.
   Dinner: Typical Cordoba tapas. - Halal menu.
   Night in Córdoba.

Day 3: CÓRDOBA - SEVILLE - CÓRDOBA

1. Seville
   2h
   Breakfast at the hotel in Córdoba.
   We begin our journey towards Seville - the Arab "Ishbiliyah".
2. Real Alcazar de Sevilla
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Guided tour of the Real Alcázar, one of the most representative monumental complexes of the city, amalgamating influences ranging from the Arab period, late medieval Mudejar, to the Renaissance, the Baroque and the 19th century. The palace features exquisite Mudejar and late Mudejar architecture, characterized by its intricate plaster details, tiles, and horseshoe arches. In it we can contemplate its impressive gardens of Arab influence, the Patio de la Montería which is the main entrance to the Alcazar, the Patio de las Doncellas, the Sala de los Embajadores and the Mudejar Palace.
3. Plaza de Espana
   1h
   In the afternoon we will visit by horse-drawn carriage.
   Panoramic tour of the city, stopping at some strategic points. We will pass by the highlights of Seville: Plaza de España, Maria Luisa Park, Giralda and Torre del Oro next to the Guadalquivir River.
4. Barrio Santa Cruz
   2h
   We will visit the historic center on foot, the Barrio de Santa Cruz, the most picturesque and charming part of the city, with narrow, winding, cobblestone streets and whitewashed houses.
   We will admire the magnificent Torre de la Giralda, an old minaret, a masterpiece of Almohad architecture (the lower two thirds of this tower belong to the minaret of the old Mosque of Seville, the upper third is a construction added in the Christian era to house the bells) , stands next to the “Santa María de la Sede” cathedral, the largest Gothic building in Europe that houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus.
5. Cordoba
   2h
   After our enriching visit to Seville, we return to Córdoba, taking with us the memories of the exquisite architectural details of the Real Alcázar and the vibrant energy of its streets.

Day 4: CORDOBA - GRANADA

1. Medina Azahara
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Visit to the archaeological site of the Caliphal City of Medina Azahara (MADINAT AL-ZAHRA), 20 minutes from Córdoba, (the Luminous City, World Heritage Site since 2018). Medina Azahara was built by the Umayyad Caliph Abd al-Rahman III to show his power to the world in the year 936. After prospering for several years, it was razed during the civil war that ended the caliphate in 1009-1010. The remains of the city were forgotten for almost 1,000 years until their rediscovery at the beginning of the 20th century.
2. Granada
   2h
   After eating in Córdoba we will travel to Granada, arrival at the hotel and registration.
3. Sacromonte
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Located in the hills east of the Albaicín, Sacromonte is known for its troglodyte caves, many of which have been converted into unique dwellings.
4. Barrio Del Albaicin
   1h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon we will take a walk. We will visit El Albaicín.
   The Albaicín is a labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets and charming squares that stretch across the hills in front of the Alhambra. This neighborhood is a living testimony of Moorish and medieval architecture, with its white houses adorned with Moorish details and patios full of flowers. From the Mirador de San Nicolás in the Albaicín, one of the most iconic views of the Alhambra is offered at sunset. We will also visit

Day 5: GRANADA - MALAGA

1. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Granada is one of the most charming cities in Spain. We begin with a guided tour of the main jewel of this city: the Alhambra, the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife gardens, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with the residential neighborhood of Albaycín, in 1984. These world-renowned palaces They are the best preserved example of Moorish art and architecture.
   Nasrid architecture marked the end of the glorious period, which began with the Umayyads in Córdoba in the 8th century.
   To visit the Alhambra is to immerse yourself in a world of architectural beauty, rich and cultural history, and enjoy a unique atmosphere that will captivate us.
2. Malaga
   2h
   Trip to Malaga - Arrival and registration at the hotel
3. Malaga
   4h
   Free afternoon to visit the city, shop, rest, etc.

Day 6: MÁLAGA - RONDA - MÁLAGA

1. Ronda
   3h
   Excursion to Ronda: Ronda is one of the most beautiful (and visited!) towns in Andalusia.
   Near Malaga, this town, located on a rocky promontory, offers magnificent panoramic views of the entire valley. Divided in 2 by the Guadalevín River, it is famous for the Puente Nuevo, which joins the 2 sides of the deep Tajo canyon.
   The Puente Nuevo, the main attraction of Ronda, and the emblem of the city.
2. Puerta de Almocabar
   30m
   In Muslim times, the Almocabar Gate was the main entrance to the city, and the largest gate.
3. Casa Del Rey Moro
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The House of the Moorish King. This palace was built by the Moors in the 14th century, installing an ingenious water pumping system.
4. Ronda
   4h
   Lunch in a typical restaurant. (Halal Menu).
   In the afternoon return to Malaga.
   Arrival at the hotel. Rest of the free time until dinner time. Night in Malaga

Day 7: MALAGA - MADRID

1. Castillo de Gibralfaro
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Breakfast at the hotel. Malaga is not just leisure, sun and beach, this historic city is home to architectural complexes, art museums, delicious cuisine, and is the birthplace of the great Spanish painter Pablo Picasso.
   Among the monuments that we will visit (guided tour), the Alcazaba and the Gibralfaro Castle stand out, with their fantastic views of the city and its bay.
   The Alcazaba (Al-Qasba which means citadel), is one of the two Arab fortresses in the city, the other being the Gibralfaro Castle, located on the top of a hill inland, dominating the city from this privileged position. The Alcazaba is one of the best preserved Moorish fortress palaces in Spain.
   It was built in the 11th century by Badis, king of the Berber taifa of Granada. Both the military and aesthetic sense are perfectly combined, also showing influences from the Almoravid, Almohad and Nasrid times.
2. Madrid
   5h
   In the afternoon, after lunch, travel back to Madrid. Check-in at the Hotel

Day 8: MADRID - TOLEDO - MADRID

1. Toledo
   1h
   Just 70 kilometers from Madrid. Guided tour of the City of Three Cultures, TOLEDO, and its main monuments (full day).
2. Toledo
   5h
   Free afternoon, to enjoy the Historic Center and go shopping, to take in your suitcase all the charm of Toledo, its swords, damascene work, ceramics, leather goods, embroidery... In Toledo you will not have any
   problem choosing a gift.
   Return to Madrid.
   Throughout the Historic Center, you will find a wide variety of shops, where you can buy the most traditional products of the city. These establishments are mainly grouped around the monumental areas, such as the Cathedral, the Alcázar and the Jewish Quarter.

Day 9: MADRID

1. Madrid
   3h
   Guided Tour: "In the Footprints of Muslim and Mudejar Madrid." Enjoy a journey back in time to discover the most magical, mysterious and Muslim Madrid. Madrid is the only European capital founded by the Arabs in the 9th century. Its location, urban design and even the origin of the Virgin of Almudena are part of the legacy of Arab Madrid, which for 200 years was a fortified city, key in the defense of Al Andalus.
   The route runs through the oldest monuments in Madrid, both Islamic and Mudejar, often outside the main tourist circuits. On our guided tour we will walk through Latina (old Morería), as if we were in a Medina.
   You will be surprised to know that the most traditional symbols of Madrid have an Islamic past.
2. Madrid
   4h
   Free afternoon for walking, last shopping and optional visit to the Santiago Bernabeu football stadium, home of Real Madrid. Dinner and farewell to the tour.

Day 10: AIRPORT HOTEL TRANSFER - RETURN TRIP

1. Barajas Airport
   4h
   Breakfast at the hotel and preparation for your return flight.
   Check out and transfer to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Pickup details

We pick up travelers at the arrival airport and after completing the chosen tour we drop them off at the departure airport.
The Guide will be with them at all times from the moment they arrive until they check-in and pass the exit control.

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If the minimum number of people = 5 is not met, the tour will be cancelled.