WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

8 days from GBP879 to GBP1,039 including flights
Tripcode: TDS

Countries Visited: Spain

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 35 reviews.

Rina Gurvitz

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written December 2011
This is the first time I had this type of holiday with a guide and a bunch of people I didn't know. I was worried that I wouldn't be happy to be told where to go/when to go/what to do by someone else on my holiday.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The location was beautiful and remote, no TV/ Internet . We were very lucky with the weather which for me was one of the most important factors for enjoying the whole experience. The views on the walks were great
and everyone in the group was very nice.

What did you think of your group leader?
Andy was a very friendly guide, easy to talk to with a good sense of humour. On the last day I wanted an alternative to the walk and Andy recommended a beautiful village in the area of the walk. I was dropped off on the way and was picked up on the way back. This was a different day to the ones before but still very enjoyable.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The cortija offers a cosy homely environment but is quite basic. The nearest village is 20 minutes away so you need to bring everything that you might need with you. There are no real facilities for washing clothes and those can get very dirty so bring enough to last the week.
Make sure you get concrete directions where to meet the leader in the airport as it wasn't as simple as we were made to believe at home.

Is there anything else you would like to add?
The staff in the cortija were lovely and the kitchen catered for some special dietry requirements very well.
Anna Charlton

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written November 2011
This felt like a real holiday with all the details taken care of by Exodus and the farmhouse manager. The scenery was beautiful and the walks diverse in the terrains they covered.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The journey up to the Pass of the Doves was incredible (so long as eyes were closed on some of the hairpins).
What did you think of your group leader?
Chris the group leader was very calm and measured and well informed - and by request put on a quiz to test how well we had been listening.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The walking is relatively easy (around 6 miles a day) - if you like long or steep walks this isn't the holiday for you. However if you want a really relaxing break it probably is.
Bethan Thomas

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written November 2011
A relaxing holiday in pleasant surroundings. Well organised and was very well looked after during the week
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The final day walk had spectacular views. The day in Seville was also a nice break in the middle of a week of walking
What did you think of your group leader?
Friendly and helpful
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I had not done an exodus holiday before. The organisation of the trip was excellent and I did not have to worry about doing anything once on holiday. I was unsure as to the standard of physical activity so opted for an A/B walking holiday to get an idea of the level of difficulty - the A grade walks were probably too leisurely for what I was after so would opt for more challenging holidays in future. Having done this holiday I would not do the same holiday again but would certainly book another holiday with Exodus.
Michael Canham

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written October 2011
Just to repeat what other scribes have written, food, farmhouse, driver, manager, smiling dog, staff, fellow travellers all first class. Thanks.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Being 60 somethings wondering if we could hack it, we did.
What did you think of your group leader?
I'LL never forget what's his name!!! top man, kept muttering about it being really lovely in May.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just pay the money and go, worth every penny sorry euro.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Loved the smiling dog, didn't love the farmhouse hill.
Sue Ryder Richardson

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written June 2011
Walking in Andalucia is a magical holiday. Wonderful walks with amazing views and wildlife. Fantastic food and hospitality at the Cortijo run by Anne and Bill who's philosophy of 'my house is your house' is exemplified throughout by all the staff.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Walking in the Grazalema Mountains over to the village of Benaocaz. Vultures nesting only metres away almost sharing our lunch! A walk we didn't want to end. Standing on the cliffs high above El Chorro Gorge and just watching the scenery, followed by swimming in the turquoise green waters of the King's lake at the end of another perfect day in paradise.
What did you think of your group leader?
Alejandro was a fantastic leader. Although new to Spain he had learnt a wealth of information about the area. He was a brilliant guide giving meticulous walking information. He was interested in all the wild life and knew an amazing amount about it. Above all he has a superb sense of humour and was really good fun to be with. We all had a great week.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take a good back pack and water bottles if going in summer months. We found sticks really useful.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
We were an all female group and we had just the best time. So many laughs and we all got on fantastically with Ale, our leader joining in throughout. Be prepared to dance and join in the Flamenco and even have a go at the Bachata under Ale's instruction. Hilarious! Mojitos a must!
Jane Jonason

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written June 2011
A fabulous holiday. Cortijo Rosario has very friendly welcoming staff and fabulous food. The walks are lovely and although we had unusually hot weather (even for June), we enjoyed every moment.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Hard to decide between the last two days as both walks were in the hills with stunning views. Perhaps the walk to the El Chorro Gorge just gets top spot, particularly as we finished the afternoon with a swim in the lake opposite the King's summer residence!
What did you think of your group leader?
Fantastic, could not have been better!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you go in June, take lots of sun block!
Anna Watson

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written May 2011
A lovely holiday in a fascinating and very beautiful region of Spain. Each walk was completely different and the whole holiday gave a wonderful introductory taster to the diversity, richness and colours which make up the Andalucian landscape.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Meeting and sharing some stories with my fellow travellers, seeing some Griffin vultures fly past when we arrived at the 'Pass of the Doves', and walking through some incredibly beautiful meadows of spring flowers.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was very knowledgeable and really upbeat. She made a really genuine effort to include everyone regardless of their level and fitness.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
A waterproof jacket is a must on a Spring time holiday, as the weather can be slightly unpredicatble.

Is there anything else you would like to add?
Along with several other group members travelling on the group flight from Gatwick I was slightly mystified by an extra flight payment required. As we were joining a group flight, which we thought would surely have been blocked booked in advance we couldnt really see, or work out any real reason for this. Everyone felt that an adequate explanation of this hadn't really been provided.
Our guide arranged for us to visit the town of Ronda on our final day, could this or perhaps another trip to one of the pueblos blancos actually be somehow built into future trips?
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