Itinerary Include flights Leave this field blank Expand all Zuheros to Zuheros Day 1 Arrive in Zuheros Arrive at your hotel in Zuheros. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Dinner Day 2 Cerro de Bramadero A path climbs gently through almond trees above Zuheros before descending into the spectacular gorge of the Rio Bailon, then with golden eagles soaring above, you reach Cerro de Bramadero hilltop where you can relax under holm oaks enjoying wonderful valley views. You return past walnut trees and ancient wells on the way to the verdant river gorge that leads back into Zuheros. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Virgen de la Sierra We take you to the 14th century whitewashed hilltop chapel of Virgen de la Sierra - at 1216m it deserves its nickname 'The Balcony of Andalucia!'. You descend to valleys sprinkled with white narcissi, yellow daffodils and red peonies. Then after lunch by a sparkling waterfall hidden in the valley side, the trail returns under limestone cliffs and past huge holm oaks to Zuheros in time for a cold drink in the village square. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Free Day You could have a relaxing day in Zuheros, visiting the Archaeological museum and Museum of Arts and Local Customs or head further afield taking a taxi to Cordoba (Antonio will happily arrange) and spend the day exploring the fabulous Cathedral, palace and Mezquita, sparkling like jewels in the Moorish crown. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Monte Abrevia You may meet olivareros (olive farmers), with their mules this morning, diligently tending their olive trees on the hills above Zuheros, as you make the gradual ascent to Monte Abrevia (1129m), for lunch. Here you'll enjoy the best views of the week. A thyme scented descent affords perfect views of Zuheros as you approach the village along the Via Verde. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 6 Zagrilla Alta Look out for protected griffon vultures soaring high above you today as you pass through remote Spanish cortijos (farms) in beech and oak shrouded valleys and enjoy stunning views east towards Sierra de la Pandera - the next range of hills. Before long the olive orchards of Zagrilla Alta are visible below, and when you arrive you can enjoy a cold drink by the natural spring in the village before we meet you and take you back to Zuheros. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 Luque This morning sees you striding out east along the 'Via Verde' passing whitewashed farms and olive groves. A short climb brings you to Luque with its imposing castle and elegant square - a good lunch stop. Then up into the National Park - stunning views - before winding down through wild herbs as you descend towards Zuheros. (Staying at Hotel Zuhayra) Meals included: Breakfast Day 8 Leave Zuheros Meals included: Breakfast
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Hotel Staying in such a small village guarantees genuine Spanish hospitality. The whitewashed 2-star Hotel Zuhayra, with its popular bar and patio restaurant, is a stone's throw from the Moorish castle and town square. There is a small pool for a refreshing dip after a day's walking.
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