Witness precision and grace at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art as riders present an equestrian ballet of piaffe, passage and pirouettes. Baroque tack and music set the stage while horses and riders glide across the manège in elegant synchrony.

The show celebrates centuries of horsemanship refined in Jerez, home to the famed Carthusian lineage. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

All breakfasts included.

Food is a hugely important part of southern Spain and a key part of Andalucian life is eating out. Dishes will comprise of some of the best locally grown produce. Olives, almonds, lemons and oranges are used in cooking, or in refreshing salads. Along the coastline you can be sure of fresh seafood and fish and the Serrano ham is a speciality from the mountain villages. Tapas originated in Andalucia, and in many places you will often receive small snacks served free with your drinks in a bar.

Typical Andalucian dishes include; Gambas al Ajillo (prawns in garlic and chilli oil), Paella/arroz, Coquinas (clams) served with garlic, parsley and white wine, Calamares (squid), Tortilla Espanola, and churros (strips of deep fried dough) which are often eaten with hot chocolate, perfect in the early hours after a night out!

Glide out of Seville on segregated lanes before you cycle the riverside tracks beside the Río Guadaíra. The landscape opens to sunflower plains, orchards and cereal fields, with whitewashed villages punctuating the horizon as you follow quiet country lanes.

The approach to Carmona reveals ramparts and towers shaped by Roman, Moorish and medieval rule. Pause to admire the warm light over the Vega before rolling beneath ancient gateways into one of Andalucia’s most storied hill towns.

Settle into the Parador de Carmona, a hilltop retreat within a Moorish fortress transformed into a serene hotel. Arched arcades, azulejo tiles and a cool central patio frame sweeping terraces where the sunset over the plains lingers in amber tones.

Built on layers of empire and refined under King Pedro I, the complex blends fortifications with Mudéjar artistry. From the ramparts and salons, sense how the strategic citadel once watched the countryside that you’ve cycled across today.

Pedal a scenic portion of the Vía Verde de la Sierra, a traffic-free rail-trail threading olive groves and cork oaks. Gentle gradients, old tunnels and viaducts, and the distant Grazalema foothills create a relaxed rhythm perfect for photography and easy cruising.

Passing near Puerto Serrano, the route traces river valleys and limestone cuttings once engineered for steam trains. Wildlife calls echo from the cliffs while swallows stitch patterns overhead—riding here feels timeless, tranquil and deeply Andalucian.

Explore Arcos de la Frontera, a white town draped across a sandstone ridge with clifftop miradores and labyrinthine lanes. Step into the Plaza del Cabildo, edged by the parador and basilica, and wander between lime-washed houses glowing in Andalusian sun as swifts circle above.

Once a frontier outpost between Christian and Nasrid realms, Arcos bears Moorish arches and Gothic facades. From the parador’s terrace, gaze over the Guadalete valley and the rolling sierras that define the pueblos blancos landscape.

Follow the curve of the countryside as you follow the Guadalete River over gentle, undulating roads. Sunlit fields, citrus groves and Andalusian farmsteads set a pastoral scene while larks chatter overhead. The route threads minor lanes and bike paths that carry you smoothly into Jerez.

Jerez’s gracious squares and palm-lined avenues hint at traditions the city is renowned for—sherry, horses and flamenco. The relaxed roll into town sets the tempo for tastings, culture and warm Andalucian evenings.

Wheel toward the Atlantic on coastal cycle paths and promenades brushed by salt air and Atlantic light. Pass El Puerto de Santa María, home to storied bodegas and low-slung warehouses perfumed with oak and sea breeze, before tracing beachfront promenades toward Cádiz.

Fishing boats dot the horizon, dunes shift with the wind, and palm-lined avenues lead into the old city. The ride blends seaside calm with historic intrigue as the bastions of Cádiz rise ahead.

Unwind at the Parador de Cádiz, a sleek bay-front design hotel of glass and contemporary lines. Wide decks and lounges frame sunlit Atlantic views, while landscaped pools and spa terraces invite a leisurely exhale after days in the saddle.

Steps from La Caleta Beach and the walkway to San Sebastián Castle, the parador places you between sea and city. Watch evening light glaze the bastions as Cádiz’s skyline glows across the Bahía.

Discover royal patios, carved stucco and fragrant gardens as you step inside the Real Alcázar, then visit Seville Cathedral and ascend the Giralda Tower for sweeping city views. These UNESCO-listed masterpieces reveal Seville’s fusion of Islamic, Gothic and Renaissance art.

The Giralda began as an Almohad minaret before its Renaissance belfry, while the cathedral shelters the monumental tomb of Columbus. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Trace the craft behind Andalusia’s emblematic wine as you visit sherry bodegas lined with chalk-painted casks. Learn the solera system that ages and blends vintages, then enjoy a guided tasting exploring styles from bone-dry fino to amber oloroso.

Hear how albariza soils and the Palomino grape shape Jerez’s identity, and how coastal winds temper the cask houses. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Feel the pulse of Andalucia in an intimate tablao or flamenco in a traditional peña. Guitar rasgueos, staccato palmas and raw cante jondo frame footwork that crackles with emotion, bringing the art form’s Roma and Andalusian roots to life through heel-work and song.

Small venues heighten the atmosphere, drawing you close to the artists’ craft and improvisation. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Explore the luminous Cádiz Cathedral (Catedral Nueva), then climb the ramped Torre de Poniente for sea-breeze panoramas over tiled rooftops and bastions. The cathedral’s golden dome glows above a maze of narrow streets shaped by ocean trade.

Baroque and Neoclassical curves tell the story of Cádiz’s 18th-century prosperity and Atlantic outlook. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Drift across the Bahía de Cádiz on a sunset cruise, skirting castle-topped headlands and city ramparts as the water blushes gold. The skyline of towers and domes slips into silhouette while seabirds wheel in the evening light.

Glide past the fortresses of San Sebastián and Santa Catalina and watch fishing boats return to port. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Ascend Torre Tavira, Cádiz’s tallest merchant watchtower, for a guided camera obscura session that projects live city scenes onto a concave table. Navigate sweeping rooftops, domes and ship masts in real time as the operator turns lenses with theatrical flair.

This 18th-century tower recalls Cádiz’s maritime heyday, when traders scanned the horizon for fleets and fortune. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Get set for the journey as you meet your local representative for a tailored bike fitting. Saddles and handlebars are adjusted to your comfort, gears are checked, and e-bike functions (if chosen) are explained. Routes are loaded to the Headwater navigation app, followed by a short practice spin to ensure everything feels right.

This hands-on session builds confidence for riding Andalucia’s cycle lanes and quiet country roads. Expect practical tips on route nuances, surfaces, and safe road positioning so you start pedalling with ease and local insight.