Take in sweeping views of the Sierra Nevada National Park on a scenic tour from Granada. Travel through old trails from the time of the Moors and admire Europe's second-highest mountain range.
Discover some of the best views of the Sierra Nevada mountains surrounding Granada, and enjoy breathtaking panoramas from secret viewpoints. On the tour, drive along trails that date back over a thousand years, from the time of the Visigoths and the Arabs, as well as old backroads.
Following pickup from Granada city center, travel by 4x4 vehicle towards the towering peaks of the nearby mountains north of the city. Reach an elevation of 2500 meters-8000 feet, for amazing views of the highest peaks in the Iberian peninsula, and enjoy a drink in a panoramic mountain hut. We will have an hour and a half of free time to walk, have lunch (not included in the price), or simply enjoy the views of the highest mountains in the Iberian Peninsula.
Explore the north face of the Sierra Nevadas to see the highest peaks on the Iberian Peninsula, climbing to heights of more than 3,000 meters. Marvel at the amazing landscape, including the highest peak in the Iberian peninsula, Mulhacen which is named after one of the last kings of the Alhambra.
Learn about the geology, biology and history of this region where Romans, Arabs, and Visigods live
Main sights:
- Gold Roman Mine of Cenes de la Vega: the river that supplies the Alhambra has gold, and the Romans discovered it close to Granada
- Camino de los Neveros: this was the way of the Moors to go to Sierra Nevada to harvest the ice in the hot summers
- Genil River: the main river of Sierra Nevada, which source is in the higuest peak in the Iberian Peninsula: Mulhacen
- Cahorros de Monachil: Beautiful canyon excavated by the Monachil River
- Mulhacen peak, the highest in Spain main land
Fra
560 kr.
pr. person
Lokation:
Southern Europe, Europe, Sierra Nevada, Iberian Peninsula, Andalusia, Canales Reservoir, Province of Granada, Guejar Sierra, Hoya De La Mora, Spain, Granada, Monachil
Varighed:
360 minutter
420 minutter
Sprog:
English, Spansk; Castiliansk
Anmeldelser:
4.5/5 stjerner
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Højdepunkter
- Chance to spot local wildlife like Spanish Ibexes, Griffon Vultures and Eagles
- Learn about the unique geology of the second highest range in Europe
- Enjoy ample time at each stop to explore and enjoy the views of the mountains
- Discover different views of the highest peaks in the Iberian Peninsula
- Small group tour up to eight travelers
Yderligere information
- We will take both dirt roads and secondary roads with very little traffic.
- All travellers can participate in this activity; walks during the activity are short and easy
- Feel free to bring your favourite snacks or pack lunch
Inkluderet
- Transportation by air-conditioned 4x4 Mercedes Sprinter with low-range lifted suspension
- Local mountain guide
- One drink in a panoramic mountain hut at 2500 meters of elevation (8000 feet)
- Small-group tour up to 8 people
Ikke inkluderet
- Lunch or dinner (it is possible to purchase lunch or dinner in a panoramic restaurant in the mountains at your own expense)
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