Walking In Andalucia, Spain

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Average Review Rating: from 45 reviews.

Robert Cowell

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written June 2008
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip. The variety of the walks was just right; along tracks, through meadows, among the limestone rocks. We also had the benefit of an explosion of beautiful wild flowers (first week of June 08). The accommodation was homely and relaxed and we were delighted with the delicious meals conjured up by the local spanish girls. A great holiday!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Walking through banks of beautiful wild flowers.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was excellent. She set the pace of the walking just right for the group with plenty of stops for admiring the views, wild life and flowers.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go for it! I can't think of anything about the trip which we did not enjoy.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
We were blessed with beautiful weather. Breakfast was taken outside with a spectacular vista of rolling hills and olive trees and at the end of the day's walk, when feeling hot and tired, it was most refreshing to dip into the swimming pool.
Megan L Stubbs

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written June 2008
Great holiday. First trip with Exodus and would thoroughly recommend them. Cortijo Rosario was a great base, good food, friendly staff, comfortable rooms and stunning views in all directions. A real home from home. Walking was varied through some amazing scenery with so many wild flowers of every colour.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The variety and colour of the wild flowers where ever we walked.
The friendliness of the local people.
What did you think of your group leader?
Suzy was great, friendly and outgoing who always kept the walking at just the right pace for everyone.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go for it and enjoy a weeks leisurely walking in some great scenery with a comfortable base to come back to at the end of the day.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This was a great introduction to holidaying with Exodus. I didn't know what to expect of Andalucia but it more than lived up to my expectations. Algamitas is a peaceful village that feels light years away from the hustle and bustle of life in the U.K. Just a great place to get away from it all.
Finola McGrath

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written April 2008
Cortijo Rosario was a lovely place, the food was fantastic, the staff were great fun. The walking was just wonderful and the company was great!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Can't decide!
What did you think of your group leader?
Suzy was very knowledgeable about the walks, the area etc. She was great fun and a really nice interesting person. She made sure everyone had a good time and felt at ease.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just relax and you'll love it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I came away from the holiday feeling more confident about my walking ability, my socialising ability and my ability to relax.
Nigel Trevor

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written April 2008
Great food [I really do mean great food] It was my first vist to Spain really enjoyed the place. the walking was great, each day the the landscape was different. and really felt at home, servill was good so is the Paplo Picasso musseum in Malaga .
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
meeting a group of people from different backgrounds . with one common interest{walking}makes for some intresting conversations . and all of the staff went out of their way to make your holiday relaxing and enjoyable.
What did you think of your group leader?
Christine was enthusiastic, knowlegeable and good fun able to have a good laugh with everyone but at the same time keeping us all in check .
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I booked my own flights . and as my flight came in latter then the group flight . had to make my own way to Algamitas .in the final join instruction where times of the train time table and where to go and how to use them .these because of my flight times and being a Sunday were no use to me however if you follow the instructions. to Malaga RENFE right next door is the Estaciond de autobus. whose timetable may be better for your requirements. I managed to get a bus to Almargen . {the same as if by train } and a taxi from there . the bus didnt .stop at a bus station or a busy part of the the town so I went into a bar and they were kind enough to arrange a cab for me . you may want to phone ahead to see if the tour leader could possiable arrange this for you.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
just relax enjoy . also on the return due to flight times . couldnt find a baggage holding facility in airport .but there is one at Malaga RENFE. so if you want to spend a half day in Malaga its worth doing
Susan Dorrell

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Written January 2008
Just what we hoped for at Christmas - a relaxing break with decent food, well thought out accomodation, pleasant weather and plenty of fresh air and exercise to clear the mind and avoid Christmas sluggishness.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The simple pleasure of eating a picnic lunch in the sunshine on the top of a mountain watching the Griffin vultures swoop around us was just lovely. The visit to the fascinating city of Seville was also really enjoyable, and a great contrast to the rest of the week.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was a great guy and obviously experienced at tuning into the the group dynamics and judging the pace at which the group wanted to go. His laid back humour and good organisation really added to the holiday experience, but we were a little disappointed at his lack of local knowledge.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you travel in winter be prepared for a range of temperatures and layer up. No need to take a travel kettle as you can help yourself to anything you like.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The hotel was great - spotlessly clean, really well laid out with a cosy lounge complete with log fire and plenty of books and games and the pool area was really attractive. We really appreciated the modestly priced honesty bar. The staff were helpful and charming and obviously enjoyed giving their guests an enjoyable experience. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food, which was freshly prepared, locally sourced and plentiful, although I suspect it was subtly adapted to suit a British palette. Anyway, I bought the cookbook, which makes a great souvenir! The brochure emphasised that the accomodation was basic, so in many ways it exceeded our expectations. It may be picky, but as everything else was so comfortable I would have really appreciated better quality beds and pillows.
Dirkje Ten Hove

Relaxation in Andalucia

Written November 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

The mixture of relaxation, sight seeing and Maria's cooking.
The highlight of the trip was the mosque in Cordoba. I could have spent the whole day there to try and figure out what is going on in that building.
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What did you think of your group leader?
Very organised and very relaxed.
Very knowledgable.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you need to have some time to relax and get away from it all, book on this holiday.
Lorraine Tresnak

It's only a ten minute walk and not very steep!!!!

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Can't really decide! It was a combination of a beautiful location, fantastic sights a great guide and a brilliant group of people!!! And of course topped by Maria's cooking!
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What did you think of your group leader?
The group leader was excellent, very knowledgable. He is obviously very passionate about this part of Spain!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I would not hesitate to recommend this particular trip. The cortijo is wonderful and you are made so welcome.