Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Type
In line progressive trail rides
Comfort
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
Level
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor

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Horseback riding in Andalusia. A superb trip on horseback through the beautiful Sierra Nevada to the Tabernas desert. You will discover the wild beauty of the Southern slope of the Sierra Nevada with superb views of the Mediterranean, before reaching the desert of Tabernas where you will ride in the landscapes that have served as a backdrop for many famous westerns.

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Itinerary
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Programme intro

HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDE IN ANDALUSIA
SIERRA NEVADA TO TABERNAS INDICATIVE ITINERARY *

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Day 1: CAPILEIRA. Transfer from Granada airport. Welcoming and introduction with your guide. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel at Capilaeira.

image-20220126175508-3Day 2: BUBIÓN – TREVÉLEZ. Drive to the riding centre  (2 Km away from Capileira). Introduction of the horses. Always along bridle paths, we descend to the village of Pórtugos, where we will take the track that later on will lead us to Trevélez. We will ride through an oak forest on paths that cut this track. Descend to Trevélez by a bridle path. This village, famous for its hams, is considered the highest one in Spain (1,700m). There will be the opportunity to visit some of the ham drying houses. A four and a half hour ride. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 3: TREVÉLEZ – CÁDIAR. After crossing the bridge over the Trevélez river, we will start this route by a bridle path that climbs the left slope of the ravine, leaving behind the village from which it takes its name. Once again we will enjoy the beauty of the sierras Contraviesa, Lújar and Gádor, this one already in the province of Almería. Descent along a more gentle path to Juviles, where we will have lunch. Descend to Tímar along a narrow path through the gorge. Then we will take the bridle path to the beautiful Hotel Alquería de Morayma (**), close to Cádiar. We have descended over 1,000 m in 5 hours. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

image-20220126175229-1Day 4: CÁDIAR – PICENA – LAROLES. Riding first over the hills with stunning panoramic views of Sierra Nevada and the sierras of Contraviesa and Gádor, then we will ride along the dry riverbed to arrive at Ugíjar for a picnic. In the afternoon we will ride up to Picena, where we leave the horses. Drive to Laroles (3Km). A six hour ride. Dinner and accommodation at your hotel.

Day 5: LAROLES – BENECID. Descent to Picena then crossing the Bayarcal river, where we enter the Almería province. Picnic at Guarros. Leaving for Benecid passing by Laujar de Andarax, important wine-growing area. A five hour ride. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 6: BENECID – ALCORA – RÁGOL. Across Sierra Gádor, riding on a track enjoying the open view of Sierra Nevada, on the other side of the Andarax river. After crossing Cortijo Cacín we ride to the old “Venta de Alcora” for picnic-lunch. During the morning ride there are some opportunities for gallops with a magnificent panoramic.  After a short rest, ride for 2 hours to the Casita de Crista and the village of Rágol where we leave the horses. A five  hour ride. Drive  to Canjayar (4 Km). Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in the town’s central square.

rando cheval AndalousieDay 7: RÁGOL – ALBOLODUY – GRANADA. Drive to Rágol to meet the horses for our last three hour ride through the desert. Crossing the Andarax river and riding to the mountain of Montenegro through the Rambla (dry river bed) of Guadix, with many opportunities for canters and where we start to discover the first desert landscape. Descend to the colourful dry riverbed of Alboloduy through a labyrinth of canyons similar to those seen in numerous spaghetti-western films. At the end of the Rambla de Los Yesos, we will arrive at Alboloduy, at the edge of the Sierra Nevada Natural Park. After saying goodbye to the horses, lunch in the village. After lunch drive to Granada (2 hours drive). Dinner in a typical restaurant and accommodation in a hotel.

Day 8: GRANADA. Farewell after breakfast. Transfer to Granada airport or options: visit the Alhambra or the Hamman of Granada for a relaxing and free Arabic bath, subject to availability. It is strongly recommended to book well in advance.

* Indicative itinerary, can be changed if necessary. At some dates, the ride is run reverse side: "TABERNAS TO SIERRA NEVADA".

MEETING/DEPARTURE

MEETING: 
Day 1 in the late afternoon in Andalusia directly to the accommodation or at Granada airport or Malaga airport (paid transfers).


DEPARTURE: 
Day 8 after breakfast. Paid transfer to Granada or Malaga airport (arrival late morning).

TRANSFER PRICES:
Granada Airport 1 person:135  return.
Granada Airport minimum 2 persons: 60 € / person / transfer.
Malaga airport 1 person: 200  round trip / car.
Malaga airport minimum 2 persons: 90 € / person / transfer.
Transfers to be paid directly on site.

BUS FROM MALAGA TO GRANADA:
Very good bus service Malaga center or airport - Granada (almost every hour and at a good price).
See the websites: www.busbud.comwww.alsa.eswww.omio.com
Flights are often cheaper to/from Malaga.

CAR RENTAL:
We recommend car rental, which is particularly cheap in Spain, on the website www.autoeurope.fr .
Flights are often cheaper to/from Malaga.


FLIGHTS:
Flights to Andalusia are not included in our prices because it is generally more interesting to book your flights yourself, a package including flights is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best rates (free service) or to offer you a transport trip included on request.

Riding

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RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be able to walk, trot, canter and galop outdoor on open spaces.

GUIDE: 
Professional licensed guide. Guide speaks Spanish, French and English.

horseback riding in andalusiaHORSES: 
Mostly mixed Spanish-Arabian horses, well balanced, trail rides professionals. 

TACK: 
English or trail ride saddles with saddle bags. 

Comfort

 ACCOMMODATION: ​​horse riding andalusia
In comfortable hotels and guesthouses. Single bedroom available with supplement.  
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MEALS: 
Taken every night in the hotels. Lunchtime, most often in tapas bars, some picnics.

LUGGAGE TRANSFERS: 
The assistant transfers luggage every day.

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Rates
Infos tarif

2043 PRICE / PER PERSON: 
1880 € in 2 person bedrooms  
Single bedroom supplement: +220 €
Registration fees: 15 €
TRANSFER PRICES:
Granada airport 1 person: 135 € round trip.
Granada airport minimum 2 persons: 60 € / person / transfer.
Malaga airport 1 personne: 200 € round trip / car.
Malaga airport minimum 2 persons: 90 € / person / transfer.
Tranfers to pay locally.

THE PRICE INCLUDES: 
Horse and tack rental, guide, assistant, accommodation, all meals, drinks during meals, luggage transfers, financial bond for your payments by our travel agent guarantee.

PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE: 
Individual insurance, drinks out of meals, sodas, hot drinks, visits, tips, transfers from/to Granada or Malaga airports, all that is not indicated in "PRICE INCLUDES".

INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) are compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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