Why choose this Granada tour ?
Take stunning photographs of Granada’s historic Albayzin & Sacromonte neighborhoods on a 2-hour tour riding an electric bike. Discover the heart of the Muslim quarter, take photos of the Alhambra at sunset, and visit the gypsy cave houses of Sacromonte.
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What makes Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada a unique experience ?
It is the street that gives access to the Alhambra and the meeting point from where we start and end the tour
Paseo de los Tristes offers stunning views of the Alhambra and begins at the point where it crosses the Bridge of the Chirimias; the Chirimias are a kind of flute that was once played from a balcony or veranda built there for such use.
The Sacromonte district is located on the Valparaiso hill of Granada and borders the north-east side of the Arab El Albaícin district. In the 15th century, a large group of Roma, or the Spanish gypsies (the Gitanos) situated themselves here. They created houses by making cave homes in the hills; the Sacromonte district owes its fame to these houses. In the 15th century, the Valparaiso hill received the status of holy mountain, because people believed the caves in the hill contained the remnants of the city’s patron saint, San Cecilio. The literal meaning of Sacromonte is therefore holy mountain.
The Albaycin is the old Arab Quarter. It comprises approximately the area between the hill of the Alhambra, the hill of San Cristobal, the Sacromonte and Elvira.
The Albaycin is like a different world within Granada. This is due to the strong Muslim influence in this area. It was the place where the first Siri court was built in the eleventh century.
The city descended from Saint Nicholas to the banks of the River Darro. The Albaycin featured luxurious carmenes and public baths, like the Banuelo
At the height of splendour the Albaycin enjoyed in the last years of Nazarid dominance, the quarter comprised a population of more than forty thousand inhabitants and thirty mosques.
The streets were very narrow and small with clean houses, plus numerous wells, some of which are still in the Albaycin.
With the reconquest, the Albaycin was left for Muslims as their own place of residence.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Each tour lasts an estimated 2 hours
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Tour difficulty: medium
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Minimum age is 12 years
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local guide
- Bike and helmet
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Transportation to/from attractions ( Available from your Hotel to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Explorer Granada.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 56 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Dress code is smart casual
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Minimum age is 12 years
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
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