Spain Walking Holiday
Walk Spain: Aracena Inn to Inn Holiday Details
Aracena hills - whitewashed villages - ancient pathways - olive groves - chestnut forests - independent but supported - delicious food - small inns
Brief Description
- Walk a route exclusive to Pura Aventura through a little-known corner of Andalucía.
- Follow quiet paths from village to village through forests and hills.
- Enjoy well-paced days with maps and walking notes provided.
- Relax as your bags are delivered ahead for you each day.
- Stay in comfortable village inns and hotels with tasty fresh food.
Walking Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 | Alajar | Arrive
You are collected from Seville airport for the drive to the Sierra de Aracena.
Meet your guide this evening to help you settle in. Enjoy dinner in your hotel. (d)
Day 2 | Alajar | Sierra de Aracena
Walk a circular route today to get you used to the area.
The path takes you along streams, past a waterfall and through chestnut forests. (b,l,d)
Walk 18km, 5hrs, up 550m, down 550m
Day 3 | Aracena | Walk through villages
Walk to Aracena, the capital of the region. At one high point you can enjoy views across the sierra.
On arrival at your hotel you will find your bags waiting for you. (b,l,d)
Walk 20km, 6hrs, up 530m, down 550m
Day 4 | Aracena | Explore Aracena
Spend the day at leisure visiting the beautiful village of Aracena. Afternoon walk up to the reservoir for the views. (b,l,d)
Walk 11km, 3hrs, up 50m, down 50m
Day 5 | Galaroza | Galaroza via olive groves
Walk to Galaroza, a charming whitewashed town.
Swim in your hotel pool this evening. (b,l,d)
Walk 19km, 5hrs, 5250m, 6230m
Day 6 | Almonaster | Across rugged highlands
Walk to Almonaster La Real, the Arabic culture is strongest here.
Spend the night in a rural hotel just on the edge of the village. (b,l,d)
Walk 21km, 7hrs, up 650m, down 430m
Day 7 | Alajar | Chestnut forests to Alajar
Walk through a dense Mediterranean forest on your way back to Alajar.
Relax and celebrate tonight as you reach the end of your walk. (b,l,d)
Walk 20km, 6hrs, up 400m, down 620m
Day 8 | Travel | Return home
Return to Seville for your flight home. Alternatively extend your stay in Seville or head to the beach. (b)
"This holiday is hard to fault! Diverse scenery and wonderful swathes of wild flowers in bloom made this a really memorable walk." Alison G, 2006.
Prices & Departures
2008 |
Jan - Jul | Sep - Dec | £749pp |
Price includes |
Includes twin/double en suite accommodation; |
Not included |
Flights; personal expenses. We can book your flights for you: please call if you would like to discuss options. |
Prices are per person based on two sharing.
Prices may be subject to change: please confirm at booking.
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If this holiday’s not quite right for you, call us on 0845 22 55 058 to discuss your ideas or consider:
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