Alhambra and Generalife - UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Duration: 2.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Granada, Spain
Product code: 3443G1
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The visit will begin in the Alhambra, the construction of which began by the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty, Mohammed Ibn Alhamar, in the XI Century on the red hill known as Assabika, which overlooks Granada.
First the fortress or Alcazaba was built, and subsequently, the Royal Palace and the highest part of the Alhambra which became the court member residence. Later Charles V ordered the construction of a palace within the same grounds.
You will visit the most important halls and courtyards of the Alhambra including the fortress of Alcazaba, Maxuar Palace, the Serrallo, the Patio of los Arrayanes (Myrtle Courtyard), the Hall of la Barca, the Salon of the Embajadores (Ambassadors Hall), the Peinador de la Reina, Patio de los Leones (Lions Courtyard), the Hall of the Abencerrajes - the scene of a tragic legend; the Royal Baths, Lindaraja, the Gardens of the Partal and the Palace of Charles V.
Continue to the Generalife, situated next to the Alhambra, it was a place of leisure and recreation for the Moorish Kings of Granada. Its beautiful gardens stand out with their abundant and varied flora and stunning water features, described in one poem as "water that cries". The visit includes two further courtyards the Patio de la Acequia and the Patio de la Sultana.
Schedule Details
Departure Dates:
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- January 01 (New Years Day)
- March 21 and 22 (Easter)
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Granada hotels
Departure Time:
- Between 9:30am and 10:00am
Return details:
Tour returns to original point of departureHotel Pickup:
- Complimentary pick-up service is available from all Granada hotels. Please advise pick-up hotel at time of booking and call upon arrival in Granada to re-confirm exact pick-up time.
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Additional Information
The Alhambra, Granada
Inclusions:
- Entrance fees
- Coach transport
- English speaking guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Exclusions:
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this tour will be received at the time of booking
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- On occasion the Alhambra Trust may alter the order of the visit and restrict access to certain areas. In this case, the tour will be adapted accordingly without reducing the visiting time
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