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South Spain 7-Day Itinerary

  1. Sunday December 24: Seville
    2 hours 30 minutes (140 miles) from Malaga

    Start your trip in the vibrant city of Seville. In the morning, visit the beautiful Alcazar Palace and its stunning gardens. In the afternoon, explore the historic Santa Cruz neighborhood and its narrow streets. In the evening, enjoy a flamenco show at a local tablao.

    • Alcazar Palace: €9, 2-3 hours
    • Flamenco show: €25, 1-2 hours
  2. Monday December 25: Granada
    2 hours 30 minutes (130 miles) from Seville

    Spend the morning exploring the magnificent Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon, wander through the charming Albayzin neighborhood and enjoy panoramic views of the Alhambra from Mirador de San Nicolas. In the evening, indulge in delicious tapas at a local tavern.

    • Alhambra: €14, 3-4 hours
    • Tapas: €15, 1-2 hours
  3. Tuesday December 26: Malaga
    1 hour 30 minutes (80 miles) from Granada

    Discover the birthplace of Picasso in the morning by visiting the Picasso Museum. In the afternoon, take a stroll along the vibrant waterfront promenade of La Malagueta. In the evening, dine at a beachfront restaurant and enjoy the fresh seafood.

    • Picasso Museum: €10, 2-3 hours
    • Dinner at a beachfront restaurant: €30, 2 hours
  4. Wednesday December 27: Cordoba
    1 hour 30 minutes (85 miles) from Malaga

    Visit the iconic Mezquita-Catedral in the morning, a unique blend of Islamic and Christian architecture. In the afternoon, explore the charming Jewish Quarter and its picturesque streets. In the evening, savor traditional Cordoban cuisine at a local restaurant.

    • Mezquita-Catedral: €10, 2-3 hours
    • Cordoban cuisine: €20, 1-2 hours
  5. Thursday December 28: Ronda
    1 hour 30 minutes (65 miles) from Cordoba

    Marvel at the breathtaking views from the Puente Nuevo in the morning. Explore the historic bullring and visit the Casa del Rey Moro with its beautiful gardens in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional flamenco performance in a local venue.

    • Puente Nuevo: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Bullring: €8, 1 hour
    • Flamenco performance: €20, 1-2 hours
  6. Friday December 29: Cadiz
    1 hour 30 minutes (70 miles) from Ronda

    Visit the historic Cadiz Cathedral and climb to the top for panoramic views in the morning. Explore the charming old town and its narrow streets lined with colorful houses in the afternoon. In the evening, dine on fresh seafood at a local tavern.

    • Cadiz Cathedral: €5, 2-3 hours
    • Dinner at a tavern: €25, 1-2 hours
  7. Saturday December 30: Marbella
    1 hour (40 miles) from Cadiz

    Relax on the beautiful beaches of Marbella in the morning. Explore the charming Old Town and its narrow streets lined with shops and restaurants in the afternoon. In the evening, indulge in a luxurious dinner at a beachside restaurant.

    • Beach time: Free, 2-3 hours
    • Dinner at a beachside restaurant: €50, 2 hours

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to Gibraltar from Malaga, where you can visit the famous Rock of Gibraltar and see the Barbary macaques. For a unique experience, explore the stunning Caminito del Rey in El Chorro, known as one of the world's most dangerous footpaths. To make the most of your money, try the local tapas culture by hopping from one tapas bar to another, enjoying small bites and drinks at affordable prices.

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