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Trees planted for this trip: 6
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Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.
Trees planted for this trip: 6
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Ripple Score for this trip: 100
Arrive in Granada by 4pm to meet your CEO and fellow travellers. From our meeting point at Hotel Pilar del Toro, hop in a private transfer to Benalúa de Guadix. After a short welcome meeting, opt to head out for dinner with the group.
Hike along the foothills of the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains, passing through picturesque villages in the Marquesado del Zenete region. En route, enjoy scenic views of the 15th century Castillo de La Calahorra. View the area's unique canals and basins, built by the Moors and still in use today. Opt to pack a picnic lunch. Later, visit Cuevo Museo and get a glimpse of life in a traditional cave dwelling.
On today's hike, travel towards the Sierra de Huetor, a range of rugged hills north of the Sierra Nevada. Trek through forests of pine and take in panoramic views of the mountains. Later, continue to Canillas de Albaida, nestled along the slopes of the Sierra de Almijara.
Enjoy a free day to relax, explore the town's labyrinth of narrow streets and whitewashed houses, or lace up for another hike. Opt to trek Andalucia's most impressive gorge walk, the Caminito del Rey, or go on a shorter hike to nearby Salares.
Take on the Sierra de Almijara, a range of marble-rich mountains that meander down to the Mediterranean coast. Hike up to the Puerto Blanquillo mountain pass at an altitude of 1.260m before descending to the village of Competa. Enjoy a tasting at a local winery. Walk an ancient path through lush fruit orchards and fields.
Depart at any time.
Hotel (5 nts).
5 breakfasts
Allow USD215-280 for meals not included.
Private vehicle, hiking.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
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