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Alhambra Small Group Tour: Secrets of the Alhambra

4.8(118 reviews)Granada, Spain
3hDurationEnglish, Italian, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

This small group tour allows travelers to explore the Alhambra and Generalife, focusing on their historical and cultural significance. Participants will examine the intricate blend of water, light, architecture, and vegetation in this UNESCO World Heritage site, which reflects the legacy of the Nasrid dynasty of Al-Andalus. The tour is ideal for those interested in history, mythology, and the symbolic meanings behind the site’s elements. It is not suitable for those seeking a typical sightseeing experience without a deeper context. Before booking, note that this tour includes a guided exploration of Alhambra’s walls and fountains, revealing the stories and functions of its rooms. Group sizes may vary.

Itinerary

1

Nasrid Palaces

Three palaces form this enclosure: the Mexuar, the Palace of Comares (Yusuf I) and the Court of the Lions (Mohammed V).

2

Alcazaba

The Alcazaba, or fortress, is the oldest part of the Alhambra. It was built in the mid-13th century by the Sultan Alhamar, the founder of the Nasrid dynasty.

3

Generalife

The complex consists of the Patio de la Acequia (Court of the Water Channel or Water-Garden Courtyard), which has a long pool framed by flowerbeds, fountains, colonnades and pavilions, and the Jardín de la Sultana (Sultana's Garden or Courtyard of the Cypress).

4

Palace of Carlos V

The Palace of Charles V is a Renaissance building in Granada, southern Spain, located on the top of the hill of the Assabica, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra. The building has never been a home to a monarch and holds the Alhambra's museum.

What's included / not included

Small group of maximum 15 peopleEnglish, Italian or Spanish speaking guide, you chooseHeadsets included, for groups larger than 6 peopleEntrance tickets to Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens and AlcazabaGuaranteed to skip ticket desksLocal expert guide
Food and drinksHotel pickup and drop-off

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • VERY IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • VERY IMPORTANT: A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Audio-sets will be included, always for free, if the group is finally larger than 6 people
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please notice that the tour might be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances in relation to tickets availability, even though our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.3% annually. Alhambra tickets are limited and sometimes, they just may not be available for very concrete reasons. We do have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them for our customers due to our full dedication and long experience. Please rest assured because this happens very rarely and you are in good hands. The above information is just to inform you about how the Alhambra's ticket sales system operates and all the travel agents proceed in the same way.
  • You must bring the same document that you use during the booking process.

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