Spain's Costa del Sol stretches along just over 90 miles of the Malaga province and is one of Spain's
most popular tourist destinations. The Costa del Sol is known for its beautiful landscapes, delicious
food, all while experiencing the warmth of its people. Here you will also discover a rich cultural
heritage, fabulous beaches, coastal sites, and charming villages. On your tour you will travel to the
nearby towns of Seville and Ronda to take in such sights as the Alcazar Palace and Plaza de Toros,
the oldest bull ring in Spain. Your tour includes the #1 attraction in all of Spain, Granada and the
Alhambra Palace. Visiting the Costa del Sol would not be complete without a tour to Gibraltar to
view the infamous Rock of Gibraltar.
HIGHLIGHTS
- 7 Nights at a 4 star hotel
- Granada
- Alhambra Palace
- Generalife
- Mijas
- Seville
- Plaza de Espana
- Maria Luisa Park
- Seville Cathedral
- La Giraldaal
- Cordoba
- Gibraltar
- Ronda
INCLUSIONS
- Round trip airfare
- Airline fuel surcharges and
taxes and fees
- 7 Nights First Class Hotel
- 9 Meals (7B, 2D)
- Sightseeing per itinerary
- Admissions per itinerary
- Professional Tour Manager
- Baggage handling
- Hotel Transfers
- Day 1: Depart the United States on an overnight flight for Spain and the Sunny Costa del
Sol.
- Day 2: Costa del Sol: Upon arrival you will proceed to baggage claim and after clearing
customs, you will be met by our professional tour manager and transferred to your hotel in the
seaside resort town of Torremolinos. This region is known for its wonderful people, great
temperatures, delicious food, and fascinating history. This will be our home for the next seven
nights and is just one of the many conveniences of traveling with C I Destinations. Tonight,
you will enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
- Day 3: Costa del Sol - Granada - Torremolinos: Today you will enjoy a full day tour to
Granada. You will experience one of Spain’s top attractions, the famous Alhambra Palace. The
Alhambra is comprised of many different styles making it one of the most brilliant jewels of
universal architecture. It offers fantastic views as it overlooks the city of Granada. Included in
your tour is the Alcazaba, Palace of the Lions, and of course the Generalife Gardens. This
afternoon you will enjoy the culture as you dine at a local restaurant for lunch. (B,L)
- Day 4: Costa del Sol - Gibraltar (optional tour) - Torremolinos: You can enjoy your day exploring on your own, relaxing, or perhaps playing a round of golf in Torremolinos. You can also take the opportunity to visit Gibraltar on an optional tour. Gibraltar is incredibly rich and full of surprises at any time of the year. It is a combination of geographical location, climate and a unique history, that has made it a tiny paradise. Today Gibraltar is a thriving port and a stepping stone for businesses trading in the global market. (B)
- Day 5: Costa del Sol - Seville - Torremolinos: Following breakfast you will board your
motor coach for a full day tour of Seville. If any one place comes close to rolling together
everything that’s quintessentially Spain, it’s the popular destination of Seville. It is the home of
both flamenco, bullfighting, and has some of the most beautiful gardens and buildings in all of
Spain. Sure to be a highlight will be a visit to the 15thcentury Cathedral one of the most
breathtaking in all of Christendom. Next to the Cathedral is La Giralda Bell Tower, the city's
most well-known symbol with a height of 343 feet. You will spend some time in the Maria
Luisa Park, the largest park in Seville and one of the most beautiful in Europe. Next you will
explore the beautiful plazas of the Santa Cruz district. This evening you will enjoy dinner at
your hotel. (B,L,D)
- Day 6: Costa del Sol - Mijas (optional tour) - Torremolinos: You can spend your day
relaxing around town, enjoy a spa treatment, take a stroll down the promenade, or take an
optional half-day tour to Mijas. Known as the "White Village.” This small village nestled in
the foothills of the Sierra Nevada’s may be viewed as the ideal Andalusion village, with its
narrow cobblestone streets, sheer-white houses, and numerous flowering gardens. It offers
magnificent views of the coast from its natural balcony of over 1400 feet above sea level.
(B,D)
- Day 7: Costa del Sol - Cordoba (optional tour) - Torremolinos: You can spend your day
relaxing or exploring on your own your favorite spots in Torremolinos. Perhaps you might
want to take an option al tour to Cordoba. Enjoy one of the most amazing cities in Andalusia
with this tour from Seville. Explore the wonders of Cordoba, where art, history and culture
combine. Its narrow streets, ancient mosque, Andalusian patios and cuisine will make your trip
an unforgettable experience. The entrance fees to mosque an synagogue are included (B)
- Day 8: Costa del Sol - Ronda - Torremolinos: Today you will enjoy the picture perfect town of Ronda. See the main landmarks of the town, including the Plaza de Toros bullring and its museum. You will also experience a visit to the Plaza de España, Ronda's main square, and the Church of the Holy Spirit, and finally you will admire views of the breathtaking background scenery created by El Tajo gorge, which splits the town into old and new districts, and see Puente Nuevo, the bridge that connects the two. Tonight you will enjoy a farewell dinner as you all share your favorite highlights of this Sunny Costa del Sol tour. (B,D)
- Day 9: Malaga - United States: Following breakfast you will transfer to the airport for your
return flight home, taking with you lifelong memories of the Sunny Costa del Sol. (B)