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Moorish Alpujarra Ride
Southern Spain
Spain
Immerse yourself in the exciting and varied trail riding of the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada. Journey from village to village through spectacular mountain scenery, gentle river valleys, deep forests and open grassland. The professional guides are friendly and make for a relaxing and warm holiday, complete with great hotels, delicious food and wine, and of course the beautiful and well-cared for horses. On the southern side of the Sierra Nevada, facing the Mediterranean, is an idyllic collection of dramatic peaks and hanging valleys. In May, September and October, we head into the Sierra De Contraviesa to take advantage of the warm breezes from the Mediterranean and lush environment of this beautiful coastal range. Rising from the Mediterranean Sea, the Contraviesa is a panorama of undulating hills and pretty whitewashed villages. The rural lifestyle continues as it has done for hundreds of years with the cultivation of almonds, figs and grapes for the local wine. Mules and draught animals are still used to plough the fields and for transport, as many of the farms and vineyards are inaccessible by car. The scenery and vegetation changes with the altitude, allowing us to ride through an ever changing landscape – from the crisp, cool air and blue skies of alpine forests to the warm balmy breezes of blossom-scented citrus groves. The ride offers some challenging riding at all paces and is embarked upon in the spirit of fun and adventure that has made Andalusia famous the world over. The daily itinerary may change and evolve to take advantage of local events, fiestas and celebrations that coincide with your chosen vacation time.
Your luggage is transported to each hotel- all you need to do is relax and enjoy the ride!
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Meeting:
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Trevelez
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Airport:
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Malaga
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Transfer:
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Malaga Airport at 4:30 PM
Drop off time 11:30 AM
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Riders:
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4 riders
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7 riders
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Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2010
Rates include:
Accommodations with private bath, all meals with fine local wines, lunches hot and cold picnic outside (5 days), restaurant lunch for 1 day, 6 riding days
Luggage transfer.
| A | 2010 | 8 day trip, AP | 8d / 7n | €1195 | $1830 |
| Single supplement | €140 | $215 |
Transfer Option:
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2010
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Transfer from Malaga airport at 4:30 PM included; drop off at 11:30 AM
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Arrival: A transfer is included from the Malaga Airport, Terminal 2, at 4:30 PM on Day 1.
Departure: Your transfer will return to Malaga Airport by 11:30 AM on the last day. As airlines recommend a 2-3 hr check in time- your earliest flight departure is 1:30 PM.
Day 1: Arrival
Transfer from Malaga. Briefing of what lies ahead while enjoying dinner and local wines in Trevelez. Hotel Pepe Alvarez, Trevelez
Day 2: The Trevelez Valley
Breakfast at 9am. We take the high road towards Trevelez through oak and pine forests. Broad tracks invite for exciting long canters followed by ancient Moorish trails. At the Rio Trevelez we stop for one of our legendary picnic lunches before continuing along bridle paths to the beautifully restored small country Hotel El Castañar Nazari. (Approximate riding time 5,5 hours) El Castañar Nazari
Day 3: The white villages – Juviles, Timar & Lobras
Breakfast at 9am. Ride over the Loma de Juviles through mountain tracks and alpine grassland at all paces. We will descend via Juviles, Timar and Lobras to the lovingly restored Alqueria Morayma. The hotel has a large pool (open mid May to October) and it’s own bodega. The food is particularly good and typically Alpujarreño. (Approximate riding time 5,5 hours) Alqueria de Morayma, Cadiar
Day 4: Discovering the Contraviesa
No need to pack this morning! Alter a leisurely breakfast we will explore the Contraviesa range at all paces before returning to the lovely Alqueria de Morayma for lunch. The afternoon offers time for the pool and a “Bodega”-visit. A serene day with a very "other worldly" feeling about it. (Approx. riding time 4 hours). Alqueria de Morayma, Cadiar
Day 5: The Longest Day
Breakfast at 9am. Ride back to the farm by one of three different routes, we walk, trot and canter from the Contraviesa back to the high Alpujarra in just one day! (Approx riding time: 7 hours). Pepe Alvarez, Trevelez
Day 6: "La Taha" and Poqueira Valley
Breakfast at 9am. We will explore some more villages and Moorish trails on our way to Mecina where we will enjoy a tasty lunch in the Piano Bar “Mora Luna”. A never ending flood of beautiful views will accompany us on our way to Capileira before we descend to the beautiful and quaint country hotel Al Catifa, famous for its “nouvelle cuisine”. (Approximate riding time 5,5 hours)
Al Catifa, Capileira
Day 7: The Ride Home
Breakfast at 9am. Ride back to the stables via the high trails of the Poqueira Valley and a stop at 2200m for our picnic buffet and a glass or two of “tinto de verano” – a delicious and refreshing summer wine typical for this area. We end the week with a nice canter before descending to our stables and another glass or two! (Approximate riding time 5,5 hours)
Hotel Pepe Alvarez, Trevelez, Farewell dinner at “La Fragua” Restaurant in Trevelez
Day 8: Adios Amigos!
Transfer to Malaga airport (arrival 11am). Taxis and buses are available at the airport to all local towns and resorts.
Subject to changes
Meeting:
Trevelez
Airport:
Malaga
Transfer:
Malaga Airport at 4:30 PM
Drop off time 11:30 AM
Distance:
160 miles
Arrival: A transfer is included from the Malaga Airport, Terminal 2, at 4:30 PM on Day 1.
Departure: Your transfer will return to Malaga Airport by 11:30 AM on the last day. As airlines recommend a 2-3 hr check in time- your earliest flight departure is 1:30 PM.
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Tack:
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English
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Horses:
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Andalucian PRE, Andalucian crosses
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Pace:
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Depending on terrain mainly walk with nice longer stretches of trot and canter - average 5.5 hrs per day
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Level:
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(3
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Age:
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12
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Weight:
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Max
190 lbs
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Riders:
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4 riders
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7 riders
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We supply saddle bags and seat savers. Spurs are not allowed. Helmets are not mandatory, but recommended - please check if it is mandatory to have insurance coverage. Medical insurance coverage is mandatory for this trip. Riding pace: walk, trot and canter (not every day possible depending on the terrain), trot and canter on curvy mountain tracks, clients need to be comfortable at all paces in different terrains. 4-7 hours riding per day, average 5 Saftey While Riding:
The minimum riding ability for these rides is "intermediate." By "intermediate" we mean comfortable at all paces in open country. Riding hats are not provided and we strongly recommend that you bring your own. It is a condition of booking that you have full holiday Insurance that covers horse-back riding and emergency medical insuranace. We are happy to provide this. Simple check the appropriate box in the booking form.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.Note: EU nationals are onl. more
With an average of 320 days of sunshine a year, good weather is almost gauranteed. However, there can be variations in temperature with altitude and between day and night. The temperatures in February to early May range from 10 degrees C and 25 degrees C with a possibility of the odd rainy day. From mid-May to July and September it ranges between 18 and 30 degress C. However, riding at ab altitude always brings wonderful fresh breeze and makes these temperatures very comfortable. In October and November temperatures drop back to between 10 - 25 degrees C and there is a chance of rain. Early mornings and evenings can be cool even in the summer.
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… this list is only a guideline for you |
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Check List |
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Travel documents and Voucher |
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Flight tickets |
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Passport |
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Visa (check with your consulate) |
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RIDING GEAR |
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Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!) |
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Riding boots + Minichaps |
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Riding helmet (not provided- we strongly recommend you bring your own) |
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Riding gloves |
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Hat (with chin strip) for sun protection |
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Comfortable shoes/sneakers (some walking downhill leading our horse is required on 2nd day) |
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Swimsuit) |
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Personal Toiletries |
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Insect protection |
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Personal medications |
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Sore cream (for the emergency) |
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Sewing kit |
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Handkerchiefs |
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Adapter for electric appliances |
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Camera and enough extra films |
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Belt pack |
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Address book and pen (for pictures postcards!) |
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Sun glasses with strap |
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Sun tan lotion and lip balm |
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Your luggage is transported to each hotel, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the ride.
Boots with grips on the sole and ankle support (i.e. lightweight walking boots or jodphur boots with tread). Traditional long riding boots and smooth-soled jodphur boots are not recommended.
* A combination of light trousers, light boots and half chaps for calf protection can be ideal.
* Please limit your luggage to one bag per person.
Full range of clothes including t-shirts, a good jumper and a jacket – it can get very chilly at night and first thing in the morning while very hot during the day.
Spring and Summer Months (March, April, October and November)
Full range of clothes including t-shirts, a good jumper and a jacket - it can get very chilly at night and first thing in the morning while very hot during the day.
Sorry, no video is currently available for this tour.
*Important Notice: The following ratings have been submitted by guests and do not necessarily represent the views of Hidden Trails, its partners or employees.
Every care is taken to ensure accuracy but Hidden Trails is not liable for any errors or omissions.
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caroline leblanc
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10/14/2009
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patty marvel
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10/12/2009
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ellen carson
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6/8/2009
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laura nielsen
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carol brahms
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..view other reports for different trips
Comfortable hotels with en suite facilities - the best in each area and run by their owners. Fantastic views. Accommodation is in locally owned country hotels on a twin-share basis. We always try and use those places that reflect the charm or history to the best effect. Single Supplements: About half our riders travel on their own. Unless your resquest a single room, we will usually try to arrange for you to share with a fellow traveller of the same sex. Single travellers must pay the single supplement which we will refund if we succeed in finding a room partner (and depending in hotel availabiltity)
This trip includes
some wine with dinner.
We supply saddle bags and seat savers. Spurs are not allowed. Helmets are not mandatory, but recommended - please check if it is mandatory to have insurance coverage. Medical insurance coverage is mandatory for this trip.
Riding pace: walk, trot and canter (not every day possible depending on the terrain), trot and canter on curvy mountain tracks, clients need to be comfortable at all paces in different terrains. 4-7 hours riding per day, average 5
Saftey While Riding:
The minimum riding ability for these rides is "intermediate." By "intermediate" we mean comfortable at all paces in open country. Riding hats are not provided and we strongly recommend that you bring your own. It is a condition of booking that you have full holiday Insurance that covers horse-back riding and emergency medical insuranace. We are happy to provide this. Simple check the appropriate box in the booking form.
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Tack:
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English
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Horses:
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Andalucian PRE, Andalucian crosses
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Pace:
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Depending on terrain mainly walk with nice longer stretches of trot and canter - average 5.5 hrs per day
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(3
to
4
out of 5) Intermediate
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Age:
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Min
12
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Weight:
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Max
190 lbs
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
7 riders
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We supply saddle bags and seat savers. Spurs are not allowed. Helmets are not mandatory, but recommended - please check if it is mandatory to have insurance coverage. Medical insurance coverage is mandatory for this trip. Riding pace: walk, trot and canter (not every day possible depending on the terrain), trot and canter on curvy mountain tracks, clients need to be comfortable at all paces in different terrains. 4-7 hours riding per day, average 5 Saftey While Riding:
The minimum riding ability for these rides is "intermediate." By "intermediate" we mean comfortable at all paces in open country. Riding hats are not provided and we strongly recommend that you bring your own. It is a condition of booking that you have full holiday Insurance that covers horse-back riding and emergency medical insuranace. We are happy to provide this. Simple check the appropriate box in the booking form.
Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Note: EU nationals are only required to produce evidence of their EU nationality and identity in order to be admitted to any EU Member State. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. Passports held by EU nationals need only be valid upon entry to and exit from Spain. Possession of a return ticket, any length of validity on their document, sufficient funds for the length of their proposed visit should not be imposed.
Passport Note
Spain is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
Visas
Not required by nationals of EU countries regardless of purpose and/or length of stay; 2. not required by nationals of other countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.
Visa Note
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
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| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No/2 |
| Canadian |
No/2 |
| USA |
No/2 |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Moorish Alpujarra Ride
Tour Code: IT-SPRT01
8 days /
7 nights
~$1,830.00
Trip Rating :
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Accomodation
Tack:
English
Horses:
Andalucian PRE, Andalucian crosses
Pace:
Depending on terrain mainly walk with ...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport:
Malaga
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