Hiking holidays in Spain
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Explore Granada’s nearby Natural Parks
One day hiking or backpacking tours by Granada for those who want to venture off the beaten path
Granada is inarguably one of the most beautiful capitals in all of Spain with a complex and storied past blended with an incredibly vibrant modern culture. You’ll remember Granada as the city of generosity with its friendly people and free tapas, as well as for the beauty of the famed Alhambra Palace back-dropped by majestic snow-capped mountains. Living on the edge of the Sierra Nevada National Park instills a love of nature in the heart of Granadinos and attracts those interested in an outdoor lifestyle.
Whether you have a day or a week in Granada, don’t miss this opportunity to follow your inner adventurer and explore Beyond the Mirador!
Half day trips
Walk through the maze-like cobbled streets of the Albaizín and up the Rio Darro Valley; discover the medieval irrigation channels of the Alhambra and the Sacromonte caves. Hike in natural and wild areas near Granada spending only 5 hours.
Trip Style: Half-day hike.
Activity Level 1-2 (REI): Easy active to moderate
Suitable for outdoor novices and above.
Day Trip excursions
Full-day (6-8 hrs) excursions provide access to the most beautiful natural areas surrounding Granada.
We have designed excursions of varying levels for your hiking interest, accommodating those seeking a vigorous day on the trail or those wanting a more relaxing nature walk.
Trip Style: Full-day trip. Hikes begin within a half-hour or two-hour drive from Granada city
Activity Level 2-4 (REI): Depending on your interests. Easy active, moderate to vigorous
LONG WEEKENDS TRIPS
Discover
southern Spain’s diverse landscapes
Give yourself a break to recharge your batteries in Spain.
The expansive picturesque views, contrasting landscapes, rich cultural heritage, incredible biodiversity and exceptional climate of Andalusia—even in winter—makes this an ideal setting for a hiking long weekend in Southern Spain.. Experience a 3-4 day-trip in our Natural Parks!.
CHOOSE YOUR TRIP
Take part on a small guided group from 4 to 15 people
Winter Climb Mulhacen Peak
Sierra Nevada National Park
2 days winter climb to Mulhacen Peak
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in winter
Ask for price and conditions
Hiking Mulhacén and Veleta
The jewels of the Sierra Nevada National Park
High mountain weekend in the Sierra Nevada, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in summer
Ask for price and conditions
7 Lagunas and Alcazaba peak
Sierra Nevada National Park
Weekend hiking trip in the Sierra Nevada, Granada
Date:
23th and 24th of June 2017
Price per person: 100€
Hiking in Almeria, where winter doesn’t exist
Almeria and Cabo de gata Natural Park trip
Date:
Custom date
Ask for price and conditions
(50% to confirm the booking)
Autumn Top Hikes: Sierra Nevada
Symphony of colors
Sierra Nevada National Park, Granada
Date:
Custom date
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Alpujarra: Hiking and Festival
Sierra Nevada National Park
Guided hiking trip in the Alpujarra, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in autumn (festival)
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Hiking the Eastern Alpujarra
Sierra Nevada Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in the Alpujarra, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in spring
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Exploring the Sierra Castril
Sierra Castril Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in the Sierra Castril, Granada
Date:
Ask for price and conditions
The heart of the Alpujarra
Sierra Nevada Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in the Alpujarra, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in spring
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Hiking with snowshoes and spa in La Alpujarra
The Apujarras (Granada)
Date:
Custom date
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Exploring the heart of the Alpujarra
The Alpujarra (Granada)
Date:
Custom date
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HIKING VACATIONS IN NATURAL PARKS
Discover wild Andalusia
Four to seven-day trips to discover the incredible diversity of Southern Spain
The expansive picturesque views, contrasting landscapes, rich cultural heritage, incredible biodiversity and exceptional climate of Andalusia, even in winter, make our region an ideal setting for a hiking holiday in Spain.
CHOOSE YOUR TRIP
Take part in a small guided group from 6 to 15 people
Snow melting in the Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada National Park
Ask for price and conditions
Hiking in Cabo de Gata – Almería
Almería and Cabo de Gata Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in Cabo de Gata, Almería
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Camino de Santiago – Mozarabe Way
Granada
From Hueneja to Granada
Date: Customer date
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Hiking vacations
long weekend
Granada Natural Parks and Caminito del Rey
Date
Custom date
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Autumn Top Hikes: Sierra Nevada
Hiking Vacations
Guided nature walks in the Sierra Nevada, Granada
Date:
Ask for price and conditions
Winter hiking vacations
Sierra Nevada Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in Granada, Andalusia
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in winter
Ask for price and conditions
Spring hiking holiday
Sierra Nevada National Park
Guided hiking trip in the Sierra Nevada, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in spring
Ask for price and conditions
The heart of the Alpujarra
Sierra Nevada Natural Park
Guided hiking trip in the Alpujarra, Granada
Date:
Custom Date,
recommended in spring
Ask for price and conditions
Autumn colours hike in the Sierra Nevada
Hiking The Sierra Nevada and Granada
Date:
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SPANISH & HIKING
Language immersion in the Mountains
Step outside the classroom and into the Andalusian mountains with our outdoor language courses
For this full-immersion language program, Sierra&Sol partners with Castila Language School, internationally recognized by the Cervantes Institute, and located in Granada’s historic Albaizín neighborhood. The Spanish & Hiking program offers three courses which combine classroom activities with a range of hiking trips in the Natural Parks near Granada.
In these three full-immersion language courses, you will interact with your teachers, Spanish students, mountain guides and local hikers.
CHOOSE YOUR COURSE
Standard program
1 or 2 weeks
Spanish & Hiking language course in Granada
Price per person:
On request
Special: bank holiday hiking trip
2 weeks
Spanish & Hiking language course in Granada
Price per person:
Ask for prices and conditions.
Special: Camino de los Faros (Galicia)
1 week
Spanish & Hiking language course in Granada
Date:
Custom date
Price per person: ask for prices and conditions
CUSTOMIZED TRIPS
Imagine your ‘dream trip’
Let us help you plan the vacation of your dreams!
The trips displayed on the website represent only a small fraction of the outdoor excursion possibilities in Andalusia. Customized trip options are available to the exclusive interests, schedule, pace and needs of your group.
Options include:
- Hiking for private groups: friends or couples; families, women travelers group, clubs and organizations, senior groups, business retreats and alumni travelers.
- Hiking in the other Sierras and National Parks of Andalusia or Spain (Cabo de Gata, Los Alcornocales, Doñana, Grazalema, Pirineos, Picos de Europa, etc.).
- A combination of hiking and cultural activities such as flamenco, pottery, cooking, yoga, etc.
- A combination of hiking and adventure activities such as river trips and horseback riding.
How to create a Customized Trip?
1. Select your preferred trip from the Sierra&Sol website, and we’ll customize it to suit your needs.
2. Simply tell us what experience you are looking for we’ll tailor-make a trip for your group.
PRIVATE TRIP FOR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
PRIVATE FAMILY GROUP
PRIVATE SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY GROUPS
TAILOR MADE TRIPS IN OTHERS SPANISH SIERRAS AND NATURAL PARKS
ALL FEMALE OR MALE GROUPS
SENIOR GROUPS
NORDIC WALKING
Nordic Walking:
Learn, practise and enjoy
Nordic walking courses and routes to improve and practise. Join our group of walkers and practise without leaving Granada.
We will start to learn the technique of Nordic Walking as part of an introduction course. You will experience a more intense and healthier movement than just normal walking. Join our program of weekly outdoor excursions and explore national parks while practising your Nordic Walking skills.
CHOOSE YOUR TRIP
Groups from 10 to 30 people
Activity Level Descriptions
REItrips
(1) Relaxed: Adventure travel at its most relaxed pace.
- Activity: 1-3 hours most days
- Distances: walk less than 3 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat terrain
- Elevation change: little to none
- Altitude: less than 3,000 ft
(2) Easy: Great for newcomers to active travel.
- Activity: 2-5 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 6 miles, cycle 10-30 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat or rolling terrain with some possible steeps
- Elevation change: up to 2,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 6,000 ft
(3) Moderate: For outdoor novices and above.
- Activity: 4-6 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 10 miles most days, cycle 20-40 miles most days
- Surfaces: rolling or mountainous terrain with some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 3,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 10,000 ft
(4) Vigorous: Recommended for fir travelers with basic skills.
- Activity: 5-8 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 30-50 miles most days
- Surfaces: mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor’s release may be required
(5) Strenuous: Designed for very fit travelers.
- Activity: 10+ hours/day
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 50 miles or more miles most days
- Surfaces: remote mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents, uneven trails with loose features.
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor’s release may be required
Coming trips
Exploring the Sierra Castril
Custom date
Partnership
Contact & Reserve trip
Sierra&Sol | Ecotourism guided hiking and trekking tours in southern Spain
Placeta de Liñan 5
18010 Granada, España
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