The Mozarabe Way - The Winter Trail

1 Week - Taste of the Camino8 Days / 7 nights

Feel like discovering Moorish culture yetremain in Europe? Then look no further andwalk the Mozarabe Trail. Start in Granada,home of the Alhambra, the last Moorishstronghold in Spain. Walk at the foothills ofthe Sierra Nevada mountain range, passingolive groves, medieval fortresses, lagoonsuntil the town of Córdoba. Ancient Moorishcapital prior to being expelled from thecurrent Iberian peninsula in 1492.

Day 4-6 Alcala La Real -Castro del Rio 27km days (17

miles)

A series of longer days in distancebut not in difficulty as we continuethru olive groves.

A very peaceful section passing: alarge lagoon home to many uniquebird species, some ancientmonasteries and more hilltopfortresses. The days are so serene,one needs to be prepared withenough food and water to last theentire stage.

Days 1-3 Granada - Alcala La Real24 km days (15 miles)

Arrival at Granada train station andtransfer to your lodging. Take the time todiscover the Alhambra, an Islamicfortress from 889 and a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site.

These first days of walking offer stunningviews of the regions mountains & valleys,sparse with medieval fortresses.

2014 PRICING - Per person, based on double occupancy, in Euros.

Mix of 2 & 3 star hotels -925€ (approximately 1,340$ CAD/US)Solo traveler supplement - 295€ (approximately 425$ CAD or US)

The Mozarabe Way - 1 Week Trip

Days 7-8 Castro del Rio, Córdoba36 km day (22 miles)

A long stretch for the final day to thelegendary town of Córdoba but on verylevel terrain. Córdoba is filled withbeautiful XIV th century architecture,roman ruins, arab baths, fortresses,flamenco...all in one vibrant city.

Depending on the time of your flighthome, you can either enjoy a full daythrough the streets of Córdoba or headstraight back to Madrid’s airport on thefinal day.

From Granada to Córdoba

Some of our preferred Lodging

BAENA - LA CASA GRANDEAn impressive 16th century manor home in the center oftown renovated into a comfortable hotel.

IMPORTANT NOTICEOur preferred lodges have been carefully selected for their location, comfort,charm and consistent friendly service. They are subject to availability. Should oneof our preferred lodges not be available, we will provide you with one of thesame standard & price.

CORDOBA - POSADA DE VALLINAAdjacent to the legendary Mezquita. This building used tobe the quarters for the builders of the Mezquita.

GRANADA - GAR ANAT HOTELLocated in central Granada. An ancient 17th centurypilgrims hospital transformed into a beautiful hotel.

ALCALA LA REAL - LLAVE GRANADANice apartments on the edge of the city center. Its spamakes this a great stop for the evening.

CASTILLO DE AL CAUDETESmall B&B style hotel with lovely rooms in an idylliccentral location next to the castle.

Booking ConditionsOUR PRICES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING;

- En suite Private room & Bathroom- Luggage transfers (1 bag per person, 20 kilo limit)- High Speed Train Ticket from Madrid to Granada- High Speed Train Ticket from Córdoba to Madrid- All breakfasts- Access To 24 Hour Help Line"- Personalized Electronic Guidebook For Each Participant

Which Includes:- Camino trail map with GPS locations of your lodges- Daily route notes, elevation profiles and itineraryoverview- Informative notes and videos of sites of interest- Restaurant reviews and suggestions"- Essential services locator (banks, pharmacies, water, etc) "- Food menu translator"- Common Spanish phrasebook "- Tips for how to prepare & train for the Camino- First Aid & Emergency situation tips

OUR PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE;- Personal Expenses- Meals outside of breakfast- Museum entrances and paid visits- Potential taxi services to shorten days- Travel Insurance

Our Services

PERSONAL ‘GUIDE’Our Electronic Guide offers you directions, tipsand advice every step of your journey.

PERSONALIZED ITINERARYWe tailor all of our trips specifically to yourneeds, ensuring you get the trip you want.

FREEDOMSelect when you want to stop, where and whatto eat. Experience the Camino your Way.

LODGING VARIETYUnderstanding your needs and expectations,our team scopes the best places for all budgets.

TOP SERVICEOur staff is here for you from start to finish.Dedicated to make this is a trip of a lifetime.

LUGGAGE TRANSFERWe ensure your bags are waiting for you atyour destination at the end of your day’s walk.

Give yourself the best of both worlds:-Flexibility of traveling

on your own

-Security & Supportof a guided trip

“Whether you hike theentire route or just thelast stretch - it’s anexperience that willstay with you forever.”

- Rick Steves, USNationwide Columnist

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