#MAGICALVILLAGES-Towards the Heart of Andalusia
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#MAGICVILLAGES–ROUTE TO THE HEART OF ANDALUSIA

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Welcome to the route to the heart of Andalusia! This journey will immerse you in the diversity of landscapes, cultural richness and authenticity of the villages that make up this unique region. We begin our journey in Comares, a village perched on top of a mountain, offering spectacular panoramic views of the Axarquia. Its narrow streets lead us to discover the history hidden in its corners. We head to El Borge, where traditions and local architecture intertwine to offer an authentic experience. We continue to Canillas de Aceituno, located in the heart of the Axarquia. This picturesque village, surrounded by olive and almond groves, invites you to lose yourself in its rural charm. The route takes us to Alfarnate, where tranquility and natural beauty are the protagonists, offering a serene refuge among the hills. Entering the Subbetica, we reach Fuente de Piedra, famous for its lagoon and nature reserve, home to flamingos and a unique variety of birds. We continue to Salar, where the streets and white architecture lead us to explore its rich history. The journey leads us to Iznájar, located on a promontory next to the largest reservoir in Andalusia. The reflection of the village in the waters creates an unforgettable landscape. The route continues to Almedinilla, where history and culture merge in a tranquil setting. We explore the impressive Montefrio, in the Poniente Granadino, with its landscape dotted with olive trees and its unmistakable silhouette. Then, we reach Cabra, whose old town has a rich architectural heritage. We conclude our route in Cañete de las Torres, where history and modernity go hand in hand in this inland town of Córdoba. The Route that takes us to the heart of Andalusia: Axarquia, Antequera, Poniente Granadino and Subbetica is a journey that captures the essence of Andalusia. Get ready to discover the authenticity and beauty of this Andalusian region at every step of this fascinating route!

Visiting

DAY 1: MONTEFRÍO
DAY 1: MONTEFRÍO

3:00 p.m Arrival at the selected rural accommodation

  • Begin your Genuine Travel Experience on the Route to the Heart of Andalusia.
  • Free time to settle in and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Montefrío.

4:30 p.m Visit to the Arab Fortress of Montefrío

  • Built in the 14th century by the same architect as the Alcazaba of the Alhambra.
  • Located on a dramatic cliff overlooking the village, giving it a majestic presence.

5:30 p.m Visit to the Old Church of La Villa

  • Built in the 16th century on the remains of the former Moorish fortress.
  • Part of the "Seven Villas", all designed by architect Diego de Siloé.

6:30 p.m Tour of Montefrío’s museums and cultural sites

  • Visit to the El Centinela Interpretation Center.
  • Access to the Olive Museum, the three Archaeological Sites, and the Archaeological Museum Collection.

8:00 p.m Dinner at a traditional local restaurant

  • Enjoy Andalusian cuisine in an authentic and welcoming setting.
  • A perfect way to end the day with local flavor.

10:00 p.m Return to the accommodation

  • Well-deserved rest after a day full of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
DAY 2: MONTEFRÍO - SALAR
DAY 2: MONTEFRÍO - SALAR

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Full breakfast to start the day energized with local flavor.

09:00 a.m Visit to the Arab Fortress of Montefrío

  • Perched on a large rock that overlooks the village.
  • Built in the 14th century by the architect of the Alhambra’s Alcazaba.

10:30 a.m Visit to the Old Church of La Villa

  • Constructed in the 16th century atop the remains of the fortress.
  • Part of the "Seven Villas" churches, all designed by Diego de Siloé.

11:30 a.m Tour of Montefrío’s museums and cultural sites

  • Visit to the El Centinela Interpretation Center.
  • Access to the Olive Museum, the 3 Archaeological Sites, and the Archaeological Museum Collection.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Montefrío

  • Enjoy a regional specialty in an authentic setting.

03:00 p.m Transfer at the client's own expense to Salar

  • Journey to one of the oldest settlements in the region, with roots dating back to the Neolithic period.

05:00 p.m Arrival at the selected accommodation in Salar

  • Free time to relax and prepare for dinner.

08:00 p.m Dinner at a local restaurant

  • Regional cuisine with Andalusian and Roman influences.

10:00 p.m Return to the accommodation

  • Well-deserved rest after a day full of history, culture, and heritage.
DAY 3: SALAR - IZNÁJAR
DAY 3: SALAR - IZNÁJAR

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Early breakfast to begin a day filled with history, landscapes, and traditions.

09:00 a.m Visit to the Church of Santa Ana in Salar

  • Built in 1501 by Hernán Pérez del Pulgar.
  • Constructed over a former mosque, preserving and rebuilding its original minaret.

10:30 a.m Tour of the Roman Villa of Salar

  • Located on the left bank of the Salar stream, in the heart of the fertile plains.
  • An ongoing archaeological project showcasing the richness of Roman culture.

12:00 p.m Walk through El Bañuelo

  • Unique natural site with semi-thermal spring water, connected to Alhama’s aquifers.
  • One of the most iconic natural landscapes in the Salar region.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a local restaurant

  • Enjoy a traditional regional dish in an authentic Andalusian setting.

03:00 p.m Transfer at the client's own expense to Iznájar

  • A whitewashed Andalusian village that rises like an island among the waters, surrounded by reservoirs and hamlets.

05:30 p.m Arrival at the accommodation in Iznájar

  • Free time to rest before dinner.

08:00 p.m Dinner at a typical local restaurant

  • Featured dish: Remojón granadino, a refreshing and traditional Andalusian salad.

10:00 p.m Return to the accommodation

  • Well-deserved rest after a day filled with culture and nature.
DAY 4: IZNAJÁR - ALMEDINILLA
DAY 4: IZNAJÁR - ALMEDINILLA

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Full breakfast to start a day of adventure and gastronomy.

09:00 a.m Escape Room experience at the Castle of Hisn-Ashar

  • A unique ecotourism and immersive activity inside the iconic castle of Iznájar.
  • Perfect for escape room enthusiasts who love cultural heritage and nature.

11:00 a.m Hiking route around the Iznájar Reservoir

  • Walk along the Balerma Water Route, a 3 km trail lasting about 1 hour.
  • Path connecting natural springs and hillside views, ideal for enjoying on foot.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a typical regional restaurant

  • Featured dish: Porra antequerana, made with tomato, bread, pepper, and ham.

03:00 p.m Transfer at the client's own expense to Almedinilla

  • A white village nestled among rocks and olive groves, full of charm and vitality.

05:30 p.m Arrival at the accommodation in Almedinilla

  • Free time to relax before dinner.

08:00 p.m Dinner at a local traditional restaurant

  • Featured dish: Cordoban salmorejo, a cold creamy tomato soup with local garnish.

10:00 p.m Return to the accommodation

  • Well-deserved rest after a day filled with action and culture.
DAY 5: ALMEDINILLA - CABRA
DAY 5: ALMEDINILLA - CABRA

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Early breakfast to start the day with energy and cultural heritage.

09:00 a.m Visit to the El Ruedo Roman Villa

  • Declared a Site of Cultural Interest, dating from the 1st to 7th centuries AD.
  • Features monumental walls and one of the most complete layouts in the Iberian Peninsula.

10:30 a.m Visit to the Iberian Settlement of Cerro de la Cruz

  • Archaeological site declared a Site of Cultural Interest.
  • One of the few known villages from the Late Iberian Period (2nd–3rd century BC).

12:00 p.m Hike to El Salto del Caballo Waterfall

  • A 45-minute route through the foothills of the Sierra de Albayate, alongside the Caicena River.
  • Follows an old livestock trail that overlaps with an ancient Roman road, ending at a stunning waterfall.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a local traditional restaurant

  • Enjoy a meal with regional specialties in an authentic setting.

03:00 p.m Transfer at the client's own expense to Cabra

  • Continue the route to this magical town in the heart of the Cordoban Subbética.

05:30 p.m Arrival at the hotel in Cabra

  • Free time to relax before dinner.

08:00 p.m Dinner at a typical local restaurant

  • Regional dishes served in a cozy, traditional atmosphere.

10:00 p.m Return to the hotel

  • Well-deserved rest after a day full of history, nature, and culture.
DAY 6: CABRA - CAÑETE DE LAS TORRES
DAY 6: CABRA - CAÑETE DE LAS TORRES

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Early breakfast to start the day with history and local gastronomy.

09:00 a.m Visit to the Parish Church of La Asunción y Ángeles

  • A medieval church, built in 1241 by the Order of Calatrava on the site of a former mosque.
  • Dedicated to Saint Mary of the Angels, after the city was conquered by Ferdinand III.

10:30 a.m Visit to the Castle of the Counts of Cabra

  • Fortress built within the walled city enclosure.
  • More than half of its original wall remains, with vestiges of its 18 defensive towers.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a local traditional restaurant

  • Enjoy a regional specialty in an authentic setting.

03:00 p.m Transfer at the client's own expense to Cañete de las Torres

  • A town that blends tradition and modernity, with a rich historic-artistic heritage.

05:30 p.m Arrival at the accommodation in Cañete de las Torres

  • Free time to rest before dinner.

08:00 p.m Dinner at a typical restaurant

  • Featured dish: Albóndigas a la Cañetera, a homemade-style local meatball recipe.

10:00 p.m Return to the accommodation

  • Well-deserved rest after a day full of heritage, culture, and Cordoban cuisine.
DAY 7: CAÑETE DE LAS TORRES
DAY 7: CAÑETE DE LAS TORRES

08:00 a.m Breakfast at the hotel

  • Early breakfast to start the day exploring the most picturesque corners of the town.

09:00 a.m Walk through the Huerto del Francés neighborhood

  • A traditional district known for its narrow streets adorned with potted greenery.
  • Blue and white facades make this area a colorful and traditional tourist attraction.

10:30 a.m Visit to the Castle and Homage Tower

  • Located in the Plaza de España, built in the mid-14th century.
  • The Homage Tower, home to the Municipal Historical Museum, is the highlight of the site.

01:30 p.m Lunch at a typical local restaurant

  • Final opportunity to enjoy a traditional Andalusian dish before bidding farewell to the town.

Meeting point

Rural accommodation in Comares.
Day 1: Montefrío
Day 2: Montefrío, Salar
Day 3: Salar, Iznájar
Day 4: Iznájar, Almedinilla
Day 5: Almedinilla, Montefrío, Cabra
Day 6: Cabra, Cañete de las Torres
Day 7: Cañete de las Torres

This route includes:


5 nights accommodation with breakfast, in rural, local or charming accommodations.

5 lunches in typical restaurants with wine:

5 dinners in typical restaurants with wine.


Menus can be adapted to the client.


❖ Half day tours, with local guide and in all the Magical Towns.

❖ Zip line in Comares (2 sections per person)

❖ Hiking Route in the Natural Park of Canillas de Aceituno

❖ Oleoturismo Experience in Alfarnate

❖ Hiking Route in the Laguna de Fuente de Piedra

❖ Visit to the Roman Villa of Salar

❖ Hiking Route in the Iznajár Reservoir

❖ Hiking Route in Almedinilla

❖ Escape Room Experience in the Castle of Hisn-Ashar in Iznajár


Accommodations available or similar:


➢ Comares - Hotel Atalaya or La Posada del Bandolero.

➢ El Borge - La Posada del Bandolero or Stúdios Bambú

➢ Canillas de Aceituno - Stúdios Bambú or Olive & Ivy

➢ Alfarnate - B&B Villa Deseada or Cortijo Sylvestre

➢ Fuente de Piedra - Casa Rural La Zaranda or Casa Rural El Patio

➢ Salar - Casa Rural Alice or Casa Rural Hispano Brasileña

➢ Iznájar - Hotel Caserío de Iznájar or Rural House Finca Las Encinas or Hotel Villa Moana 

➢ Almedinilla - Casa La Nuez or Hospederia La Era

➢ Montefrío - Casa Montefrío or Casa del Arrabal

➢ Cabra - MS Fuente Las Piedras or Hotel Villa María

➢ Cañete de las Torres - Alcazaba de las Torres


Restaurants available or similar:


➢ Comares - El Molino de los Abuelos Restaurant or Mirador de la Axarquía Restaurant

➢ El Borge - La Posada del Bandolero or Restaurant la Piscina

➢ Canillas de Aceituno - Restaurante Nebula or Restaurante La Sociedad

➢ Alfarnate - Bar Belún or Bar Cristóbal

➢ Fuente de Piedra - La Taberna de Joaquín or El Chaquetas

➢ Salar - Cfé Bar La Bodega o Mesón Atila

➢ Iznájar - Restaurante Hotel Caserío or Restaurante El Charcón

➢ Almedinilla - Restaurant La Bodega or Restaurant Las Cabañas or Restaurante Sabores Internacional Gastrobar 

➢ Montefrío - Mesón-Restaurant Jomay or Restaurant El Pregonero

➢ Cabra - Mesón La Casilla Restaurant or San Martín Restaurant

➢ Cañete de las Torres - Restaurant Alcazaba de las Torres or Restaurant La Bodeguilla


❖ The route is available from 1 pax.

❖ The base price includes all services in your own vehicle.

❖ Insurance. (Check specific cases)



RESERVATIONS:


❖ To choose the ideal hotel or service for you and your special occasion from our carefully curated selection, call us at 935 66 66 61 or write to us at booking@thegenuinetravel.com.

❖ Our team will personalize every detail of your reservation according to your preferences so you can enjoy a truly unique experience.

❖ Flights

❖ Transportation

❖ Lunches

❖ Drinks

❖ Fuel

❖ Tolls

❖ Breakfasts and dinners: Any dishes outside the pre-arranged menu will be considered an extra cost and must be paid directly by the client at the establishment.

❖ Everything NOT mentioned in the included section.


IMPORTANT NOTE:


❖ Weather conditions: TGTE is not responsible for adverse weather conditions that may affect the development of the route. In case of cancellation or modification of activities and services due to climatic events, refunds or compensations are not considered.

❖ Food intolerances and allergies: It is the client’s responsibility to inform in advance of any food intolerance or allergy.

❖ Client responsibility: TGTE is exempt from any liability for damages, injuries, or accidents the client may suffer during the route, scheduled activities, or any other circumstance arising from their participation in the trip. Premium insurance included. (Check specific cases)

❖ Modifications due to closures or schedule changes: TGTE is not responsible for itinerary changes caused by facility closures, schedule modifications, or operational adjustments of visited locations due to seasons or special events. In these cases, alternative options will be proposed based on availability.

❖ Late arrival to activities: It is the client’s responsibility to arrive on time for scheduled activities. In case of delay, the activity will be considered canceled without a refund.

❖ Official schedules and out-of-schedule changes: Activities will take place according to the established official schedules. If the client wishes to make changes or schedule activities outside the official schedule, this may be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability. It is recommended to check in advance to manage necessary adjustments.

❖ Confirmation voucher: Once the reservation is reconfirmed, TGTE will provide the final itinerary along with confirmation of all services included in the trip. During the entire route, the client must have either a printed or digital copy of the confirmation for presentation at the establishments.

❖ Stamp your Magic Passport: During the journey, you will have the opportunity to stamp your Magic Passport, recording the villages visited. There are two available formats:

➢ Physical format: Can be requested and collected at the tourist office of any Magic Village.

➢ Digital format: Available through the Magic Villages App, where you can digitize your physical passport or keep a digital record.

Becoming a Master Traveler is easy: just keep stamping your passport at each destination and enjoy the experience to the fullest.

Possible accommodations

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