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Guided walking holiday

Walking

Spain • Andalucia • Grazalema Natural Park

Zahara reservoir, Grazalema Peace and pinsapos We follow picturesque routes past trout streams, through pastoral valleys, dramatic gorges and dense woodland. This is a week rich in bird and plant life; a third of all Spain's plants grow here and the park is one of the main 'fly ways' between Africa and Europe.
Some of our days

Arrival day
Leaving Málaga we arrive in Grazalema in time for a short explore and a drink before dinner.

The Goatherd's leap
This famous walk takes in secret valleys dotted with majestic oak trees. All day we enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains while a myriad of wild flowers carpet our routes in the spring.

Walkers in Grazalema

Pinsapo forest
Crossing the spectacular Palomas pass we arrive at the start of this walk, close to Grazalema.We make a stiff climb into the heart of the Grazalema Natural Reserve enjoying excellent views over the sierra. We then go through the ancient Pinsapo forest with all its magic. Finally we descend to Benamahoma.

Grazalema to Villaluenga
A route of romance, we travel through Dornajo and it's abandoned farm to the village of Villaluenga with views to Cadiz on a clear day.

Grazalema to Zahara
This is a lovely gentle descent which follows a verdant valley dotted with old watermills. Swinging west we follow a lovely track with views of Zahara and its lake.

Free day
A chance to visit the historic town of Ronda, explore nearby Grazalema or enjoy a restful day around the hotel.

Villaluenga road to Montejaque
A lovely walk down into Montejaque through cork woods and green valleys edged by limestone cliffs. We pass abandoned farms and enjoy all-round views.

Departure day
After breakfast we return back to Málaga airport for 10.00.

Note: This is a selection of the many options available. Weather conditions, group interests and the individual tutor will influence the final itinerary.
Dates and Prices
21 Sep 2008 7 nights £889
Availability: Some
Grade : 4 Single Supp: £119
What's included
7 nights' b&b in en-suite accommodation, 6 dinners and 5 lunches
Personal welcome at Málaga airport
Airport transfers in Spain
Spanish style picnics or tapas lunches
Wine with evening meals
Air-conditioned support vehicles
5 days of guided walking with local leader
Exclusive to this holiday
Dinners in hotel and local restaurants
Locality
Walking conditions
Mostly stony paths and tracks with some open ground.