Granada Trip Overview
On this hiking tour, you will get to see the natural environment of the Cerro del Sol, the hill chosen by Al-Ahmar to build the red citadel. The Cerro del Sol is located across from Valparaiso, which means that during our walk we will get wonderful views of the Sacromonte hill, as well as the Albaicín neighborhood.
● Book your Exclusive Tour and learn the history of the Alhambra and its hidraulic system that allowed the construction of the citadel itself.
● Discover unique panoramic views of the Alhambra, the Albaicin and Sacromonte with the most expert local guides.
● Enjoy a cultural hike full of culture and nature, while your guide reveals all secrets behind its history, its fortifications and the ancient olive trees that have protected the Alhambra environment for centuries.
● This tour is an excellent option for travelers interested in historical places, medieval roads, hydraulic technics and in doing a light cultural hiking activity.
Additional Info
* Duration: 2 hours
* Starts: Granada, Spain
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Granada, Andalucía, Spain
On this hiking tour, you will get to see the natural environment of the Cerro del Sol, the hill chosen by Al-Ahmar to build the red citadel. The Cerro del Sol is located across from Valparaiso, which means that during our walk we will get wonderful views of the Sacromonte hill, as well as the Albaicín neighborhood.
● Book your Exclusive Tour and learn the history of the Alhambra and its hidraulic system that allowed the construction of the citadel itself.
● Discover unique panoramic views of the Alhambra, the Albaicin and Sacromonte with the most expert local guides.
● Enjoy a cultural hike full of culture and nature, while your guide reveals all secrets behind its history, its fortifications and the ancient olive trees that have protected the Alhambra environment for centuries.
● This tour is an excellent option for travelers interested in historical places, medieval roads, hydraulic technics and in doing a light cultural hiking activity.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Alhambra, Calle Real de la Alhambra, s/n Palacio de Carlos V, 18009 Granada Spain
Model platform of the Alhambra and Generalife at the main entrance pavillion of the Alhambra, Ancient Olive plantations Dehesa del Generalife, Albercones (pools) del Generalife, Castillo (castle) de Santa Elena, Cerro (hill) del Sol
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: La Silla Del Moro, Camino Avellano 18010 Granada, Espana, 18010 Granada Spain
Silla (Site) del Moro, Barranco (cliff) de la Lluvia, Acequia (water channel) del Tercio, Acequia Real, Paseo (path) Literario
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Fuente del Avellano, Calle Santo Sepulcro del Sacromonte 102, 18010 Granada Spain
Fuente (fountain) del Avellano
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plaza Nueva, Granada Spain
Plaza Nueva
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Paseo de los Tristes, Paseo del Padre Manjon 2, 18010 Granada Spain
River Darro and Paseo de los Tristes
Duration: 10 minutes
