Granada and Albaicín: Historical Private Tour
ID: GYG182672-279344
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the historic city centre, the Royal Chapel and Cathedral. Visit the lower Albaicin with tearooms and shops Moroccan goods. Enjoy captivating views from the Paseo de los Tristes.
Take a tour which covers a reasonable area of Granada. Your tour begins with a visit to the Royal Chapel, commissioned by the Catholic Monarchs and built in flamboyant Gothic style. Here you will find the mausoleums of Isabel and Ferdinand and their children, Phillip "The Beautiful" and Joan "The Mad". The cathedral stands next to the chapel and is considered as the first Renaissance church in Spain. Marvel at the work of the brilliant façade of the Granada Cathedral, the local guide knows a lot about Granada's heritage and will tell you the Cathedral's history and its majestic significance.
Your journey will continue to the lower Albaicin which is a characterful and historic UNESCO World Heritage Site. There, you can wander the narrow streets before reaching the Paseo de los Tristes. From here, you can experience the beauty and stunning views of the Alhambra. Experience a special atmosphere, discover the legends and hidden alleys and the typical houses of the Arabic architecture, surrounded by the fragrance of jasmine and rose.
Highlights
- Discover one of southern Spain’s greatest monuments, Cathedral and Royal Chapel
- Take a private tour led by a knowledgeable local guide
- Gaze at the Alhambra and charming atmosphere from Paseo de los Tristes
- Explore the majestic history of the lower Albaicin
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The guide will establish the order of the visits to each monument depending on time.
4:30pm at Melia hotel located in Calle Angel Ganivet, 7.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
