Prices for this package start at £945 per person in a shared twin room.
Single Supplement £125
Saturday
Collection from Malaga airport not later than 4pm (16.00 Hours). Then a transfer to the village of Bubion where you will be met by the trek organiser and guide. Supper and accommodation in a comfortable village hostel.
Sunday
Heading east we set off for the village of Trevelez, at 1,476 meters this is the highest village in Spain. During the morning we follow the old mule paths through open countryside and woodlands to the village of Pitres and then Portugos where we have lunch. After lunch the path climbs approximately 800m to join a broad forestry track through pines and oaks to Trevelez. The afternoon offers many opportunities for canters if desired. The evening is spent in a comfortable hotel offering twin-bedded rooms with en suite bathrooms.
Monday
Today the path takes us south east. For approximately 15 minutes it is necessary to lead the horses up an old moorish stone path to the 800 year old irrigation channel where we mount up to follow the path through evergreen oak and pines to the open pasture above the village of Juviles. Riding down to the little whitewashed village we have a wonderful panoramic view of the Contraviesa range of mountains, the Almeria coast and on a clear day as far as Africa. After lunch we climb again through gorse, lavender and thyme to join the path as it winds its way down through the small terraced farms to the village of Berchules. The evening is spent in a comfortable family run hotel.
Tuesday
Today as yesterday the first 15 or 20 minutes is by foot, following the old bridle path through almond groves and small terraced cultivations down to the river Guadalfeo. Mounting up in the riverbed we follow the narrow path east through the green terraces of Narila. After Narila we have to join the road for approximately 20 minutes to pass over into the next valley. Here the landscape changes abruptly to dry lands, deeply eroded by the winter and spring rains. Early picnic by the river. After lunch the trail climbs steeply through almond groves and eventually leads us back down to the river bed, where there are plenty of opportunities for some good canters and gallops. Tonight we stay in the Morayma, without doubt the most charming hotel in the area. Built amongst almond and fruit groves overlooking the river Guadalfeo, this hotel has been designed and furnished with a lot of care and good taste.
Wednesday
We will spend a second night in the hotel Morayma, and today we will ride to the summit of the Contraviesa mountain range. The trail will take us through almond and fig farms and higher up the vineyards, during the early spring the whole mountain is an amazing carpet of flowers. Depending on the weather we will either lunch at one of the small farms or be met by the hotel staff who will prepare a delicious local rice dish. Marvelous views across the whole of Sierra Nevada to the north and the Mediterranean to the south.
Thursday
Today we return to the village of Bubion, a long climb for the horses, first over Sierra Mecina with its tiny terraced farms, and in the afternoon the final climb to the high Alpujarra. After a picnic we descend one of the most spectacular stone paths in the region. Built by the Romans, and cut into and out of sheer rock this path is very steep and it is necessary to lead the horses (approx. 30 minutes). After crossing the deep gorge of river Trevelez the path continues to the village of Busquistar where we stop for a well-earned breather and refreshment. From Busquistar we join the road for 2km. to the village of Portugos where the path takes us back to the home stables high above the valley of Poquiera, with the snow capped mountains in the background.
Friday
The final days ride follows a mix of bridle paths and goat tracks high into the Sierra to the base of the Mulhacen. Picnic lunch by one of the mountain streams with amazing views across the whole of the Sierra and on a clear day all the way to Morocco. After lunch we ride along the ridge and then commence the descent through pine wood to the stable. Probably one of the most beautiful days of the whole week!!. Farewell dinner and final night in Bubion.
Saturday
Transfer to Malaga.
Included in the price:
• 7 nights accommodation in shared twin rooms
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners.
• Return transport between Malaga and Bubion (guests must arrive no later than 15.30)
• All horse riding and guides.
• Luggage transfers and support vehicle.
Not Included:
• Airfares
• Personal and Medical Insurance
• Wines, spirits and refreshments.
Cost per person (sharing) £945
Single supplement £125
Dates
15 – 22 Mar
29 Mar - 05 Apr
12 - 19 Apr
26 Apr - 03 May
04 - 11 May
27 Sep - 04 Oct
11 - 18 Oct
25 Oct - 01 Nov
08 - 15 Nov
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