Overview
The real voyage of discovery consists, not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes...and that is actually our goal with this tour: To show you the famous "Alhambra and Generalife" from another perspective.
History and legend are intermingled in this jewel of the Nasrid dinasty of Al-Andalus that perfectly combines water, light, architecture and vegetation.
Do you want to know the symbolism behind each of these elements?
Esotericism, sufism, astrology, mythology... interesting, isn't it?
The Alhambra walls and fountains are actually a book full of poetry, religion and political propaganda, where we can also read the function of its rooms in the voice of a beautiful woman speaking with a delicate voice to the visitor.
Together we will experience the same overwhelming feeling of those ambassadors coming to visit the Nasrid king and its piece of paradise on earth...
Thousands book guided tours to the Alhambra every year...do they all come back home knowing its secrets?
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Small group of maximum 15 people
English, Italian or Spanish speaking guide, you choose
Headsets included, for groups larger than 6 people
Entrance tickets to Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens and Alcazaba
Guaranteed to skip ticket desks
Local expert guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Once in front of the Alhambra tickets’ area, please go right towards the Polinario Café Bar and your guide will be waiting for you in the bench on the right.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Meeting time might be earlier or later depending on access time to the Nasrid Palaces that day. Please check your email for updates.
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Entrance tickets will be provided by your guide
• Audio-sets will be added if group finally larger than 6 people
What to expect
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Nasrid Palaces
1 hour
Three palaces form this enclosure: the Mexuar, the Palace of Comares (Yusuf I) and the Court of the Lions (Mohammed V).
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Alcazaba
30 min
The Alcazaba, or fortress, is the oldest part of the Alhambra. It was built in the mid-13th century by the Sultan Alhamar, the founder of the Nasrid dynasty.
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Generalife
1 hour
The complex consists of the Patio de la Acequia (Court of the Water Channel or Water-Garden Courtyard), which has a long pool framed by flowerbeds, fountains, colonnades and pavilions, and the Jardín de la Sultana (Sultana's Garden or Courtyard of the Cypress).
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Palace of Carlos V
30 min
The Palace of Charles V is a Renaissance building in Granada, southern Spain, located on the top of the hill of the Assabica, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra. The building has never been a home to a monarch and holds the Alhambra's museum.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- Please notice that the tour might be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances in relation to tickets availability, even though our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.3% annually. Alhambra tickets are limited and sometimes, they just may not be available for very concrete reasons. We do have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them for our customers due to our full dedication and long experience. Please rest assured because this happens very rarely and you are in good hands. The above information is just to inform you about how the Alhambra's ticket sales system operates and all the travel agents proceed in the same way.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The Secrets of the Alhambra - Small group tour
Can I cancel The Secrets of the Alhambra - Small group tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Once in front of the Alhambra tickets’ area, please go right towards the Polinario Café Bar and your guide will be waiting for you in the bench on the right.
What's included?
- Small group of maximum 15 people
- English, Italian or Spanish speaking guide, you choose
- Headsets included, for groups larger than 6 people
- Entrance tickets to Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens and Alcazaba
- Guaranteed to skip ticket desks
- Local expert guide
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, Generalife, Palace of Carlos V.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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