Granada · ALPUJARRAS DAY TRIPS
White villages stacked up the southern flank of the Sierra Nevada, with the ham from Trevélez and weaving that predates the road. The 10 below differ mostly on how many villages they attempt in a day — and the ones that attempt fewer tend to be better.
Granada to La Alpujarra’s highest mountain villages: mineral-water stops, ham tastings, white houses, views, and optional lunch.
“The trip was great! Michael was a awesome tour guide, friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating! I highly recommend this tour. It was beautiful & lots of fun”
Small-group Alpujarra day trip from Granada with white villages, Poqueira Valley views, springs, and Chorrerón waterfalls plus a local guide.
“Carlos was a friendly, knowledgeable and well organised guide. He had a very relaxed personality which suited us well. The itinerary was interesting and the villages varied. Carlos greatly increased our knowledge of the area.”
Small-group Alpujarra day trip from Granada with Moorish-tinged village walks, top viewpoints, and stops like Capileira and Pampaneira.
“My sister and I decided to do something different for our last day in Granada. We are so glad we signed up for this tour of Las Alpujarras! We were fortunate to have our tour guide, Gonzalo, all to ourselves! Gonzalo showed us incredible spots with stunning views, stopping at beautiful mountain villages, and sharing with us details on the history and culture of the region. He also gave us a great recommendation for a most delicious and bountiful lunch at a very friendly, family-run restaurant. He also introduced us to a pair of lovely ladies who are keeping alive the art of weaving using traditional looms. The scarves we…”
Full-day Alpujarras trip from Granada with scenic villages, Trevelez ham tasting, Capileira lunch, and included entrances.
“This was not worth the money we paid. Although we booked English tour the tour guide spent more time explaining in Spanish and very little time in English. One English couple told the tour guide that this rude.”
Private Alpujarra day trip from Granada with a guide, village walks, cortijos hike, and Museo Casa Alpujarreña admission included.
“We enjoyed the cute, handmade white little houses with unique chimney tops and the natural water fountains and the views of the Sierra Nevada and the valleys. Our guide Michael made the trip memorable and explained the culture, lifestyle, and history of the area in an easy to understand way. Also he reserved a great place for lunch and suggested a delicious local Migas dish for us.”
Alpujarras day trip from Granada with pickup, small-group comfort, Fuente Agria waterfall, Trevélez ham village, and included lunch.
“Si no fuera porque existen estas excursiones, nunca hubiéramos conocido estos hermosos lugares. El transporte era adecuado. El transporte adecuado y el guia Zarú muy simpático y amable. Prepárate para un viaje con subidas y bajadas por esos caminos de las sierras de Andalucía. Vistas fantásticas de las montañas, valles, y pueblos. Sacarás muchas fotos. Muy bueno el almuerzo. En Trevélez visitamos el Gourmet del Jamón donde hubo una exquisita degustación. Todo bien y muy puntual el tour.”
Granada to Trevélez in 7 hours for a ham factory tour and tasting, plus Alpujarra viewpoints, Pampaneira, and Chorrerón waterfalls.
“Beaucoup de temps en voiture pour très peu de temps à la fabrique, à peine 30 minutes avec comme dégustation une petite tranche de jambon…par contre, on a beaucoup apprécié notre guide Carlos.”
Small-group Alpujarra day trip from Granada with hotel pickup, guided village walks, artisanal food stops, and big Sierra Nevada views.
“The scenery was stunning and the villages fascinating. Our guide, Miguel, was hugely informative about the history and architecture of the area, as well as going out of his way to make sure we appreciated the full magnificence of the area.”
Granada to the Alpujarras with Trevélez jamón factory and tasting, mineral spring water, and village time with classic mountain views.
“Views are amazing and Francisco our guide was the best. He explains very well and does not rush us. Worth it 100%”
Small-group day trip from Nerja to Sierra Nevada and La Alpujarra, with an easy 2,300 m walk, views, and free time.
“Great day trip to Sierra Nevada for a day's skiing”
Every kind of Granada day, and the best of each.