Granada and Alhambra Tour
The famed Alhambra Palace, the Palace of Charles V, and Alcazaba Fortress are the amazing landmarks presented on this Malaga tour to Granada.
Enjoy a scenic motor coach ride to the Alhambra Palaces in Granada to see a maze of magnificent construction. Nearby is the Palace of Charles V. Travelers find this stunning tour of Granada ideal. Once you reach your destination you will be divided into groups of 10 to 18 participants per guide for a more personalized exploration. Originally built in 889, the Alhambra Palace is universally praised as a Moorish architectural masterpiece. Naturally, it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the second most popular attraction in Europe. While it began as a small fortress, in 1333 Yusuf I transformed the structure into a palace, a process which took over 100 years! Your English-speaking guide will escort you to the mighty structure to see its stellar halls, courtyards, and rows of intricately carved arches. On this exciting tour of Granada, you'll visit the exquisite Nasrid Palaces, which included private rooms and residences for the king, as well as semi-public state rooms. Next, you'll visit the Palace of Charles V of England, built within the site of the Alhambra Palace in 1526, largely as a symbol of victory for the Catholics over Muslims. It is lauded as a superb Spanish Renaissance structure, featuring the Torre de la Vela tower, and offering stunning views of Granada. Thereafter, you will visit the Generalife, a royal place of recreation featuring gardens, waterfalls, and bathing pools. The elaborate facility was built during the reign of Muhammad III in 1309 as a vacation destination. Time permitting, you will be driven to the Granada city center, where you will receive an orientation tour and have free time to explore on your own. Please be advised that the order of events may change based on the weather or traffic conditions of the day. Reserve this tour for memories that will last a lifetime. Book this Alhambra tour today for a memorable Spain excursion. Please Note: Due to Alhambra regulations, all guests must bring a government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) that matches the names listed on your e-ticket. If you're traveling in a group, please book together to ensure you're grouped together on the day of the tour, as each guide's manifest must align with the IDs presented at Alhambra. Lunch in Granada is at your own discretion and expense. Admission to Alhambra is included with fast-track tickets. The tour will be customized to accommodate the ship's docking time. If the docking time is tight, please expect limited free time, fewer photo stops, and be prepared for a quick meal, like a sandwich, as we focus on maximizing your sightseeing experience.
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- Cruise Ship Pier
- We recommend wearing comfortable light clothing, a hat, sunglasses, walking shoes and sunscreen.
- Guests must be able to walk, especially on stairs and on uneven cobblestones, and stand for long periods of time. This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues. Due to regulations at Alhambra, all guests are required to bring a government issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport, which matches the names listed on your e-ticket. If you are traveling in a group, please book together to ensure you are grouped together on the day of the tour, as each guide's manifest must match the IDs presented at Alhambra. Infants ages 2 and younger are free to attend the tour but must be accounted for at the time of booking.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.