Walk the famous cliffside boardwalk above Gaitanes Gorge with return transfers and a guide. Perfect if you want big scenery without complex planning.

Just skimming? Here are the best day trips from Granada at a glance, with where you go, what you see, and why each one is worth a full day out.
Day trips from Granada work almost all year, but some months feel more comfortable than others. Spring and autumn usually offer the best mix of mild temperatures, clearer skies, and long enough days to enjoy views without rushing.
Summer brings strong heat, especially in lowland areas and on exposed walks. It also brings more visitors to popular spots like Caminito del Rey and Ronda. If you travel in July or August, early departures and plenty of water become essential.
Winter is cooler in the city and cold in Sierra Nevada, which can be a plus if you like crisp air and snow-topped peaks. Daylight hours are shorter though, and some high-mountain routes can be weather dependent, so tours may adjust timings or stops.
Quick tips:
Most day trips last between 7 and 10 hours. Caminito del Rey, Ronda, Sierra Nevada, and Alpujarra itineraries usually include travel time, guided visiting, and some free time before you return to Granada in the evening.
The easiest option is a guided tour that includes round-trip transfers from a central meeting point in Granada. You avoid dealing with parking, rental cars, or multiple bus connections, and you have a guide with you throughout the day.
It is strongly recommended, especially in peak seasons and on weekends. Caminito del Rey has controlled daily capacity, and small-group tours to Sierra Nevada and Alpujarra can sell out. Booking ahead secures your date, time, and preferred language.
Yes, particularly for destinations that involve mountain roads, entry tickets, or reserved time slots. Guided tours handle the logistics, keep you on schedule, and add local context. You spend more of your day enjoying the place and less time troubleshooting transport.
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable overall. You get pleasant temperatures for walking, good visibility for mountain views, and fewer crowds than in midsummer. Winter works well for Sierra Nevada scenery, while summer can still be enjoyable with early starts and shade breaks.
In most cases, it is better to focus on one main destination per day. Each place, whether it is Caminito del Rey, Ronda, Sierra Nevada, or Alpujarra, already fills a full-day itinerary once you factor in travel, exploring, and breaks. Trying to combine two big highlights in one day usually feels rushed.
Inclusions
3-hour tour of Granada
Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide
Entry to the Cathedral
Entry to the Royal Chapel
Personal audio system for groups of 10 or more
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Full-day tour of Granada Geopark
Expert English or Spanish-speaking local guide
Single-use headphones
Lunch
Round-trip hotel transfers
Step into Granada’s living history with a guided walk through Albaicín and Sacromonte.
Inclusions
Expert local guide (English or Spanish)
Guided walking tour through Albaicín and Sacromonte
Stops at major viewpoints overlooking the Alhambra
Cultural insights into Roma heritage, flamenco origins, and Moorish history
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food or drinks
What to bring
What’s not allowed
Accessibility
Additional information
Golden-hour walking tour through Albaicín and Sacromonte with a local expert.
Inclusions
Guided walking tour of Albaicín and Sacromonte
Local expert guide (English or Spanish)
Exclusions
What to bring
What’s not allowed
Accessibility
Additional information
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Pick up and drop-off at your hotel in Seville.
Guided tour with expert guide
Tickets for the different attractions of the Alhambra (Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife).
Exclusions
Discover Granada’s Alhambra and the Albaicín on a full-day guided trip from Seville or Málaga.
Inclusions
English-speaking professional guide
Entry tickets to the Alhambra
Access to the Nasrid Palaces
Round-trip transportation from Seville or Málaga (as per option selected)
Exclusions
Get fast-track access to the Alhambra and tour Granada’s highlights on a hop-on hop-off train tour!
Inclusions Granada Hop-on Hop-off
1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off train tour
Access to Alhambra Route (Green Route)
Audio guide in English, Spanish, Catalan, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Arabic
Kids’ channel in Spanish and English
Free Wi-Fi
Alhambra & Nasrid Palace Tickets
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Hop-on Hop-off Route - Alhambra Route (Green Route) Hop on board and discover the endless sightseeing possibilities scattered throughout the Albaicín, Sacromonte, and El Realejo neighbourhoods of Granada.
Schedule
Alhambra & Nasrid Palace Tickets
Granada Hop-on Hop-off
Alhambra & Nasrid Palace Tickets
Granada Hop-on Hop-off
Alhambra & Nasrid Palace Tickets
Granada Hop-on Hop-off
Walk the legendary Caminito del Rey, suspended 100m above Andalusia’s dramatic gorges.
Inclusions
Round-trip transfers from Granada
Caminito del Rey entry ticket
Guided walk in English or Spanish
Safety equipment (helmet)
Exclusions
What to bring
What’s not allowed
Accessibility
Additional information
See the hidden white villages of the Alpujarra on a full-day guided tour from Granada.
Inclusions
Round-trip transport from central Granada in an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional local guide (Spanish/English)
Guided stops in key villages such as Lanjaron, Pampaneira, Capilerilla, and Pórtugos
Short nature walks to Fuente Agria & Chorrerón waterfalls
Exclusions
What to bring
What’s not allowed
Accessibility
Additional information
Inclusions
Tickets to Córdoba’s Mosque Cathedral with a guided tour.
Local English or Spanish speaking guide.
Access to the Jewish Quarter.
Transfer from and to Granada.
Free time for shopping and dining.
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.