Incentive

Granada

&

Costa del

Sol

32 people

May 2015

Andalusia is a land of culture, history,

fiestas, nature areas and of course

excellent food. You can visit everything

from outstanding monuments to a wide

variety of natural landscapes… and you

can be part of several unique popular

events and sample a wide range of

delicious gastronomic products.

Day 1

Arrival at Malaga Airport morning

Meet & Greet with our local english speaking

assistance which will accompany the group

during their whole stay. Also at disposal remains

our luxurious mini-coach.

Drive along the coast to Bodega Bentomiz

in Sayalonga

The Bodega is located on a mountain side

of Sierra Tejada with a stunning view of

the coast and sea. Since 2003 they

produce premium wines. We will visit

their vineyards, winery and also have the

oportunity to taste their wines while

enjoying a selection of regional tapas.

Duration 2 hrs approx.

Day 1

Drive to Granada (1h and 15 minutes)

Moorish heritage - Granada is the

essence of poetry. Federico Garcia

Lorca, the universal Granada writer,

immortalised his city in his art. Once

visited, it is not difficult to understand

the well-known verse, which reads:

"There is nothing like the pain of being

blind in Granada".

This fabulous city preserves all the

enchantment and mystery of eight

centuries of Moorish occupation, which

lasted until the re-conquest by Catholic

Kings in 1492.

The Alhambra, a castle complex of

worldwide fame, they say it's the eight'

miracle of the world!

Day 1

Check-in at Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos,

5* deluxe

http://www.hospes.com/granada-

palacio_patos/default-en.html

Hospes Palacio de los Patos represents a

suggestive combination of two buildings

that look at each other with complicity:

The Patos Palace, a looked after

conversion of a 19th Century palace, with

classical and industrial architecture, and

proclaimed of Cultural interest by

UNESCO, and a new building, with a

mixture of deepness and clarity behind a

majestic and subtle alabaster latticework.

The Palacio offers 22 rooms with

contemporary design while conserving the

original décor of this historic property. The

new building offers 20 rooms also all

decorated in contemporary design.

The hotel spa includes a sauna, Turkish

bath and indoor pool. Massage and various

beauty treatments are available. The

hotel’s Senzone Restaurant serves healthy

cuisine, using only fresh ingredients.

Day 1 – evening

20.00h visit to Alhambra in exclusivity

Duration 1,5 hours, with english

speaking guide and audiophone

It was originally constructed as a small

fortress in 889 and then largely ignored

until its ruins were renovated and rebuilt

in the mid-11th century by the Moorish

emir of the Emirate of Granada, who built

its current palace and walls. It was

converted into a royal palace in 1333 by

the Sultan of Granada.

Alhambra was extended by the different

Muslim rulers who lived in the complex.

However, each new section that was

added followed the consistent theme of

"paradise on earth". Column arcades,

fountains with running water, and

reflecting pools were used to add to the

aesthetic and functional complexity.

Day 1 – evening

Dinner at Restaurant Alacena de Las Monjas

Located at city centre of town. Enjoy typical

spanish tapas in their former cellar!

Afterwards experience the temperament of

Andalucia

With your very own private function at

Venta El Gallo!

Feel free to join in!

Day 2

After breakfast check-out and drive to Málaga

(1h 30 min.)

Málaga's history spans about 2,800

years, making it one of the oldest cities

in the world.

This important cultural infrastructure

and the artistic heritage have

culminated in the nomination of Málaga

as a candidate for the 2016 European

Capital of Culture. The internationally

acclaimed painter and sculptor Pablo

Picasso, Hebrew poet and Jewish

philosopher Solomon Ibn Gabirol and

actor Antonio Banderas were born in

Málaga.

Day 2

The old historic centre of Málaga reaches

the harbour to the south and is

surrounded by mountains to the north.

The Moors left posterity the dominating

presence of the Castle of Gibralfaro,

which is connected to the Alcazaba, the

lower fortress and royal residence. Both

were built during the Taifa period (11th

century) and extended during the Nasrid

period (13th and 14th centuries).

We will visit the cathedral of Málaga,

constructed between 1528 and 1782 and

was planned with Renaissance

architectural ideals but there was a

shortfall of building funds and it was

finished in Baroque style. Although it was

never finished as the second bell tower is

still missing today.

And also we see the Roman theatre,

which dates from the 1st century BC and

was rediscovered in 1951.

Day 2

Next we visit the Automobile Museum

(private visit, closed to the public)

The Tabacalera is a spectacular building,

a former tobacco factory in 1923 and

appears to have been made to receive

and evaluate this set of over 94 vehicles,

unpublished works of contemporary art,

sculptures and installations designed from

parts of the motor world.

A fantastic combination of history, art and

culture.

An extraordinary collection, presented

in thematic areas that describe the

different styles that characterize the

evolution of twentieth century art.

Day 2

Our exclusive visit also includes live models

dressed according to the area will make the

experience even more enjoyable!

And we enjoy lunch at the “Sala Principal”

provided by Dani Garcia Catering.

Day 2

After lunch we drive to Marbella (50 min.)

Approx. 17h Check-in at

Finca Cortesín, 5* GL

http://www.fincacortesin.com/en/hotel

Built around two principle courtyards with

palatial proportions, the hotel has 67

large, luminous and exquisitely designed

suites with lofty 4m high ceilings ranging

from 50 to 200m².

With 23.000 m2 of manicured gardens,

luxurious spa, 3 pools, tennis and paddle

courts, impressive 6.000 m2 beach club,

exquisite cuisine and an ambiance of

tranquility, elegance and refinement.

Day 2 evening

Puerto Banús has become one of the most

important meeting points for the

International Jet Set. In its exclusive port

are docked stunning sailing boats and yachts

while the elegant town’s streets are the

centre of the latest fashion and prestigious

shops.

Here we enjoy our dinner at the restaurant

El Gran Gatsby overlooking the port. The

restaurant also offers a Dance Lounge to

enjoy the “after dinner night life” of

Puerto Banús.

Day 3

Breakfast at hotel

This morning we experience a nice

helicopter ride. Divided in two groups we

have two helicopters for 6 passengers

each which pick us up at the hotel and

take us to a panoramic tour of the

beautiful mountain village of Ronda, one

of the most impressive cities in

Andalusia.

As city of Celtic origins, Ronda is one of

the most ancient cities of Europe and the

UNESCO declared it of historical and

artistic interest. The city is situated on a

steep plateau and surrounded by

mountains offering a superb natural

theatre right in the centre of the so

called “Serrania de Ronda “.

Ronda is divided in two by a gorge of

more than 100 metres depth - the

Tajo. The two quarters, the historic on

one side and the modern on the other

side, are linked together by an

extraordinary bridge, which

construction took decades...!

Day 3

The ride ends after approx. 30 - 40 minutes at

Ascari Race Circuit / 5.425 m of race track.

Here we have prepared for you the ultimate

Driver Experience!

Our cars include a Lotus Elise, a

Karting competition and last bus not least

the Radical SR3...

Unforgettable!

Professional Instructor, Racing

material, mechanical team and

security on track will be provided

as well as a Hospitality Box at

disposal during the whole event and

a Gourmet Buffet Lunch will also be

prepared.

Also available Track and Thrill

Experience with the addition of a

BMW Compact car.

Transfer back to the hotel with our

luxurious mini coach after lunch.

Day 3 evening

Enjoy a typical Spanish evening at

The Courtyard

A hidden oasis of calm just 5 minutes

from Marbella. Pretty Andalusian patios,

tropical gardens with waterfall, spacious

terraces with stunning sea views, stylish

interior banqueting room.

And all this exclusively yours!

Day 3 evening

Upon arrival our guests will be welcomed

by Flamenco girls handing over flowers.

Then the evening starts with a welcome

cocktail, during which we can admire the

art of a Sherry pourer – called

“Venenciador” - who fills the small

glasses from a long distance and a

professional ham cutter shows you how

the famous air dried Iberian ham is cut

from the bone.

The combination of a flamenco dancer,

being courted by a horse and its

Equestrian will leave you with memories

you won’t easily forget.

During dinner enjoy the Spanish guitar as

well as the intervention of two very

peculiar waiters

And to finish we will have a spectacular

Flamenco show!

Day 4

Breakfast at hotel

Today we enjoy a trip with our chartered

sailing boat Goleta Dawn with capacity for

36 people.

A very good option for a relaxed trip,

drinks during the whole trip are

provided as well as a Barbecue made on

board with seafood, fish and meats...

We will also have the opportunity for a

little golf tournament!

After lunch transfer back to the hotel.

Time to refresh. Transfer to the airport

3 hours prior to your flight home.