Cordoba Patio Festival

Open Group

Visit the UNESCO recognised Patio Festival of Cordoba

The patios of Cordoba are fully in bloom for the first two weeks of May, a tradition dating back to the Roman era. Admire the colours, scents and sounds of the courtyards in peaceful tranquility before travelling to Granada to visit the Alhambra and perhaps a flamenco show!

Price is per person sharing a double or twin room. Single supplement of £425 applies.

Itinerary/Excursions

Day 01

Arrive at either Malaga airport and head to the pretty town of Antequera where you will spend some free time before travelling to Cordoba.

Day 02

This morning, take an official guided tour of Cordoba. Highlights will include the Mezquita, the Jewish Quarter and the historic centre before spending the afternoon enjoying the Cordoba Patio Festival. The UNESCO recognised competition features beautiful courtyards that date back to the Roman era, filled with blooming flowers and stunning architecture.

Day 03

Visit the Medina Azahara, a palatial complex situated at the foot of Sierra Morena. Your guide will tell you all about the history of the monument before returning to Cordoba to further explore and enjoy the patios.

Day 04

Spend the day at leisure in Cordoba, your tour manager will be on hand with lots of suggestions.

Day 05

Say goodbye to Cordoba as you travel east to Granada, stopping at Baena on the way to visit an almazara to learn about the local olive oils. Continue to Priego de Cordoba for a guided visit of the pretty white village before checking in to your hotel in Granada.

Day 06

Take a walking tour of Granada, with its intricate streets and hidden squares. The Royal Chapel, where Catholic monarchs are laid to rest is a must visit, before spending time at leisure for lunch at any of the bars in the centre of the town before heading to the Alhambra Palace. With spectacular scenery, history, and Generalife Gardens, the Alhambra is an iconic monument as the last stronghold of the Moors.

Day 07

Spend your final day free in Granada. This evening, there is an optional excursion to the famous caves that Granada hides and a Flamenco show with a tapas dinner (additional £70 per person).

Day 08

After a wonderful week, transfer back to Malaga airport for your flight back to the UK.

Your holiday includes

Return flights from London
Transfers at desination
4 nights at the 3* Hotel Selu, Cordoba
1 night with half-board, 3 nights with bed and breakfast at the Hotel Selu
3 nights at the 4* Turia Hotel, Granada
3 nights with bed and breakfast at the Turia Hotel
Official guided tour of Cordoba
Official guided tour of Medina Azahara
Tickets to the Mezquita in Cordoba and archeological monumental complex of Medina Azahara
Official guided tour of Priego
Olive oil mill visit in Cordoba
Tickets to the Royal Chapel and Alhambra Palace in Granada
Official guided tour of the Alhambra Palace
Earpieces for the guided tours in Cordoba and Granada
English-speaking tour manager for the duration
All transport as per itinerary
ATOL protection