A Walking Holiday in Sierra Nevada & The Alpujarras, Spain. The “Alpujarras” region, in the province of Granada, is one of outstanding beauty. It is overlooked by the magnificent Sierra Nevada and its seventeen peaks over 3000m! The region was once so difficult to access that the Moors managed to keep it under their control for more than a century after the fall of the Caliph of Granada in 1492. The Alpujarras is a major hiking destination, almost unknown outside the walking community. Over eight days you will witness some spectacular sights; Berber-style villages, streets adorned with flowery balconies, dramatic ravines, country markets, terraced fields filled with olive trees, 800 year-old balcony trails following fascinating irrigation systems. You will also taste Arab-inspired cuisine, drink strong sweet wine and enjoy the passion and drama of a Flamenco performance. A fabulous contrast to the Costa Brava!

One Foot Abroad has meticulously designed this trip to give you a deep and integrated insight into the Alpujarras-Sierra Nevada region. Accommodation on the way varies from hotels to guesthouses, all with en-suite bathrooms. The selected towns are ideally located within the Alpujarras chain.They have been selected for their walking location, cultural interests and services. The route, designed by the dedicated One Foot Abroad team, is unique and takes you to unspoiled and spectacular landscapes that will remain with you long after your visit. In the morning, you start your hike with only a light day pack because your luggage will be waiting for you at the next hotel! You don’t carry unnecessary weight during the day, but you still get to wear your favorite outfit in the restaurant that evening! One Foot Abroad provides you with clear maps and very detailed walking notes that describe the route step-by-step. The

walking notes also include information about the culture, the flora
and fauna, places of interest, and the best picnic spots along the way.

DAY 4 – Cerillos Negros,Circular walk [3h,8km,+-647m]
A gloriously wild walk exploring a little-known, scarcely-visited end of the Taha. Climb to the Cerillos Negro for tremendous views of the Trevelez gorge, then descend to the easternmost Silk Road pass over the Sierra Mecina. Although the ascent and descent are steep, they are truly exhilarating!

Town: Food shop. Hotel: beautiful, family-run hotel situated at the edge of the valley in a renovated Berber-style house. Includes a shaded balcony with views over Picon (1275m) and the valley. Meal: Breakfast and dinner.

DAY 5 – To Trevelez [4h, 9km, +640m, -74m]
An attractive woodland route with stunning views over Trevelez gorge and Penabon (2536m) looming above. For the most part, it’s an easy walk with good opportunities for bird-watchers; spot the colourful bee-catchers, and maybe even a Golden Eagle.In Trevelez – the highest town in Spain (1426m, pop 800) – you will stay in a very comfortable family-run 1* hotel. Don’t miss the famous Mijas, a local dish made of sausages and bread crumbs, which are sometimes mistaken for couscous!

Town: Internet, ATM, shops. Hotel: 1* family-run hotel. Meals: Breakfast and dinner.

DAY 6 – To Cadiar [4h50, 15km,+315m,-875m]
From Trevelez, the path starts with an easy climb through pines
and craggy rocks. The descent to Juviles (1255m) is more exposed and might be hot in Summer. From there, we arrive at an attractive low mountain walk linking some wild, secluded spots to more ‘lived-in’ landscapes. This portion of the route is rarely visited bytourists – enjoy the peaceful solitude. In Cadiar (933m, pop 1600), your luggage will be waiting for you in a delightful 2* farm
stay, where you can unwind with a swim in the pool.

Town: ATM, shops. Hotel: 2* farm stay, with swimming pool. Meals: Breakfast and dinner.

DAY 7 – Back to Malaga or Granada
After breakfast, we bid you farewell.

Meal: Breakfast

Please note that all of our hotels and guest houses have been carefully selected for their comfort, location, food, friendliness and character, and are subject to availability. If the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort & price.

“Lunch boxes” are provided every day. They are filling and very tasty. They usually contain ham or chicken sandwiches (vegetarian options available), a salad and fruit.

Luggage transported by us from hotel to hotel. Whilst walking, you only carry your day pack!

• To Granada/Malaga
  From Dublin, Shannon, London: several companies now operate a direct service to Granada & Malaga at competitive prices. See:
  www.ryanair.com
  www.easyjet.com
  www.ba.com
  www.aerlingus.ie
• To Capileira From Malaga: The airport is 10km outside of the city.
  - From the airport take the shuttle to the bus station (30 mins duration, every half hour). See:www.emtsam.es.
  - Buses to Granada leave Malaga’s bus station every hour (takes 2hrs).- From Granada’s bus station take a bus (1hr) to Capileira (departures year round at 10am, 12pm, and 5pm) From Granada: The airport is 15km outside of the city. From there take the shuttle to the bus station. 6 buses a day leave for Capileira (1hr50)
  See: www.alsinagraells.es
• Back to Dublin.
  From Cadiar, there is a bus to Granada every day at 7am and 4pm (2hrs).
  From there, 14 buses a day connect to Malaga (1hr45)
  See: www.alsinagraells.es

• Included
• 2 nights in a 3* hotel, 3 nights in 2* hotel, 1 night in a 1* hotel.
• Half Board (breakfast & dinner)
• Luggage transported from hotel to hotel
• Detailed Walking Notes & maps

• Not Included
• Flights
• Holiday Insurance (mandatory)
• Drinks
• Minibus to Mulhacen base camp (€8)
• Transfer to/from the airport

DAY 5 – Port Soller to Deia(3h30, 14km, +350m, -200m)
Calla de Deia. From the refuge we follow well-marked trails across the peninsula. Here, the landscape is bare and wild, not unlike Connemara! After 30min we pass some olive groves and then the spectacular coast of Deia suddenly appears – its cliffs looming above the craggy coast and the azure waters glistening in the coves. Following a balcony path we come to the valley of Deia – note the church above us on a solitary hill under the cliffs.

Town: Pretty village set in a secluded valley, ATM, shops. Accommodation: Shared rooms in a new refuge in the centre of town. Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch & dinner

DAY 6 – Deia to Vallehermossa (3h45, 15km, +776m, -476m)
Mirador de Ses Puntes. Today, we tackle the famous “Archduke Path” – said to be the most beautiful footpath on the island. From the refuge, we climb steadily into a forest with various sitjas and deserted huts. Then, facing the cliffs, we take a trail hugging the cliff to the Archduke path. This may seem scary at first but in fact the footpath is quite wide and never very steep. From the top we follow the cliff for about an hour, with great views of the coast, the peninsulas, the village just below and the Tramuntana range (here you are 500m above the sea). On the way down you will have the chance to explore Vallehermossa; a splendid village with plenty of shops and restaurants, and one-time home of Frric Chopin.
We will return by bus to Deia (1.50 not included).

Same as day 5

DAY 7 – End of our trip.
After breakfast we bid you farewell. But you can still take your time and admire the beautiful cathedral of Vallehermossa or visit the vibrant city of Palma!

Meals: Breakfast

All the refuges are modern, and comfortable. The food provided will sustain you during your holiday.

Picnic lunches are provided, but some days you will have the chance to stop in a restaurant if you wish!

Your luggage will be transported by us from hotel to hotel. During the walks, you only carry your day pack! Except on day 3 when your luggage will be transferred to the next step and you will need your overnight gear for the refuge.

• Self-Guided: At any time year round, but it is best to avoid August.
• Guided: For a pre-formed group of 4 persons or more

• Transfer from/to the airport
• Additional night in one of the towns or villages
• Single departure supplement

• To Mallorca, La Palma airport:
  - Aer Lingus from Dublin
  - Or see www.spanair.com, from Dublin to La Palma
  
• To start your holiday, Pollenca:
  Either by efficient local transport, #IB36 train to Inca (30mins, every hour), then a bus to Pollenca (45mins, 6 a day). Or by taxi (1 hour duration, around 70 euros).

• Included
• 6 nights in comfortable shared rooms in mountain refuges
• Full Board (breakfast, picnic, dinner)
• Your luggage transported from refuge to refuge, except on Day 3 when it will be transferred directly to the next stage – Puerto Soller.
• English-Speaking Guide or detailed Walking Notes

• Not Included
• Flights
• Insurance
• Drinks

This trip has been categorised as Moderate, as some days could include more than 1000m ascent, however no major technical difficulties should be encountered. We arrange your accommodation in some of the best places on the island, and transfer your luggage as well.

Just relax and enjoy your walk!

DAY 5 – El Garajonay (4h, 17km, +95m, -1487m)
After a short transfer to avoid walking on the road, we are in the National Park again to see the highest summit on the island – El Garajonay [1487m]. The views to the south are breath-taking. We then return through a network of donkey trails (still used today to carry grapes) and pass through the palms and cactus plants to several small villages. The descent is spectacular!

Town: Sea Front village, beach, ATM, Internet, Shops. Accommodation: Superb apartment-hotel in the middle of a banana plantation, located 5mins from the beach. Rooms en-suite Meal: Breakfast

DAY 6 – Santiago, day with option (1h30, 6km,+-11m)
Today, as we stay in Playa Santiago for 2 nights, you will have the choice between:
1] Going to the Alajero to see the famous Dragon tree
2] Just staying in town to relax!

Town: Sea Front village, beach, ATM, Internet, Shops. Accommodation: Superb apartment-hotel in the middle of a banana plantation, located 5mins from the beach. Rooms en-suite Meal: Breakfast

DAY 7 – the Remote valleys (5h15, 17km, -1250m)
Although close to San Sebastian, this area is only accessible by foot. After a short transfer by bus, you will start to follow the ridge along the GR 132. Then there is a descent toward the valley across terraced fields, and after crossing the river we continue slightly uphill to a very well preserved but eerily abandoned hamlet. Passing the Roque Sombrero (so called because of its hat-like shape), we start a long but super descent towards a warm and green valley. The Barranco de Juan is so dramatic that it shouldn’t be missed! Finally we pass an unspoiled beach with two small fishermen’s huts before reaching our destination. The trail is exposed, so make sure you have a hat and plenty of sun cream!

Town: same as day 1 Accommodation: same as day1 Meal: Breakfast

DAY 8 – End of the trip
After Breakfast we bid you farewell. Take the ferry and a short bus ride (or Taxi) to Tenerife southern Airport

Meal: Breakfast

To Tenerife ‘Airport South’
- Dublin: Ryanair, Aer-Lingus & Spanair
- London: BA

From the airport to the beginning “San Sebastian”
- Take a Bus to Los Christianos (15′, €3, or taxi 5′, €20)
- Then take a www.navieraarmas.com or www.fredolsen.es ferry to San Sebastian (45′, 5 departure/day)

Back to Dublin
- In San Sebastian, take the ferry back to Los Christianos
- Then its just a simple bus ride or a Taxi to the airport.

• Walking Notes describing the path ‘step-by-step’
• Detailed maps
• Rooms en-suite
• Breakfasts

• Flights
• Holiday Insurance (compulsory)
• Transfers from/to airport

French way / Camino Frances
Section 8

The last 100km towards Santiago: the final effort

From Sarria to Santiago de Compostela: 111km

Ryanair and Iberia/BA fly direct to Santiago de Compostela from the UK. Ryanair fly from Stansted, Nottingham East Midlands and Liverpool and Aer Lingus operates from Dublin.

Many of the flights that arrive at the airport are from internal Spanish destinations. Iberia and Spanair offer the best selection of flights and you can fly to and from Santiago De Compostela from: Frankfurt, Paris and Rome and Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma, Seville, Tenerife, and Valencia.

Ryanair now operates a year round service from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, twice a day.

You must take two buses to reach Sarria from Santiago, but the process is straightforward (€15pp).
1 – Santiago airport to Lugo 16h10, 18h40 (1hr45). See timetables in English: www.empresafreire.com.
2 – Lugo to Sarria (30mins). Many buses every day, until late. See www.monbus.es and look for “Horarios” on the left.

From Monday to Friday Monbus operate a direct service to Sarria at 6pm (3hrs), but from the Bus station (20mins from the airport). See www.monbus.es and check “Horarios” on the left.

Shuttle buses from Santiago city center to the airport (20mins).

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please ask us.

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This is the land of Catalonia, well-known for its plethora of festivals; where locals dance the “Sardane”, hand-in-hand in the streets wearing handmade canvas espadrilles. The undulating hills protecting these ancient port towns still respect a long wine-growing tradition, producing a lively peppery wine that delights the palate and compliments the unique Catalonian seafood dishes. This is also the region in which Dal­ grew up, and as you progress in your walk, you too will discover the landscapes that inspired him and see the house in which he was born. In addition, you have the opportunity to visit two museums dedicated to his life and works.

Walking on the route we have carefully selected, from the Vermilion coast in France to the Costa Brava in Spain, offers sun, sea, mountains and the fragrances of the Midi. For 7 days you will follow the coast, and you will have the chance to go for a swim in the warm Mediterranean water every day. At each stage, you are guaranteed maximum comfort and excellent gastronomy. Every evening, you can relax in a friendly and comfortable hotel, typical of this region. Unwind, relax and enjoy!

DAY 4 – The Coves [5h, 12km +202m, -202m]. Today is probably one of the most enjoyable days of the trip. We start by ascending to Colle de Frare (202m), to get a clear view of the Spanish coastline with its white, sandy beaches. First we follow a balcony trail, then descend to the lovely beach of Colera where you can stop for a drink. From here it’s an easy walk under the pine trees past little sandy coves with azure waters!

Town: Llanca; Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities. Hotel: Family-run 2* hotel, the friendliest place in all of Catalonia! Great port-side restaurant. Room en-suite. A/C. Meal: Breakfast, dinner.

DAY 5 – St Pere de Rhode [5h, 12km +570m,-570m]. A fantastic walk up to the Monastery of “St Pere de Rhode”, dominated by San Salvador peak (670m). Descend along the scenic ridge of Serrat de la Gerra – the shade of the trees overhead will keep you cool! Tonight will be spent in the very relaxing Port de la Selva. Note: It’s also possible to shorten the day by walking along the coast [2h]

Town: Internet, ATM, shop, all facilities. Hotel: Excellent 3* hotel in the heart of the town, close to the beach. Room en-suite. A/C. Meal: Breakfast, dinner.

DAY 6 – Cap Creus [6h30, 22km +210m,-210m]. Today we walk in the “Cap Creus Natural Park”, through rugged maquis scrubland. You will have plenty of chances to stop for lunch & for a swim later! En-route you will pass close to the house of Dali in Port Lligat. Tonight we stay in the lovely fishing village of Cadaques, the most pleasant place to stay in the Northern Costa Brava.
Note: it’s possible for you to shorten the day by taking a taxi from Cap Creus directly to Cadaques [16km, 5h45, around €20]

Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities. Hotel: Modern & comfortable 3* hotel with outdoor pool, large garden and tennis court. Located in heart of the town, close to the beach. Rooms en-suite. Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7 – Cadaques. End of the adventure*. After breakfast we bid you farewell. You will have plenty of time to visit the beautiful bay of Cadaques today, and the Oliguera peninsula, or you can also visit the Dali Museum in Figueres before going back to the airport.

Meal: Breakfast

• Fly to Spain or France, and then to “Collioure” .
  1 – Fly with Ryanair to Carcassonne (flights arrive at 09.50) and then get a SNCF train at 17.37, arriving in Collioure at 19.30 (check www.sncf.fr for earlier trains, or alternatively visit Carcassonne for a few hours).
  1 – Fly with Ryanair to Marseille (flight arrives 12pm) and then get an SNCF train 15.00, arriving in Collioure at 19.42 (change in Nimes).
  2 - Fly with Ryanair to Barcelona/Girona [Spain]. From Girona, the train takes 3hours.
  3 - BA fly London to Perpignan, France. From there, the train takes 1hour.
• Back to Dublin from Cadaques.
  2 – To Girona Airport
  - Take a bus to Figueres [1h] leaving from the bus station [7 departures a day from 7.25 to 19.25]. See: www.sarfa.com
  - From Figueres, take a direct bus to Girona airport [1h] leaving from the bus station [7am, 12pm and 7am] See: www.sarfa.com
  3 – To Perpignan.
  Get a direct train
  [2h30]. See: www.sncf.com

• Included
• 6 Nights
• On a Half Board basis (Breakfast, Dinner), except 1st and last nights
• Your luggage transported from hotel to hotel
• Detailed Walking Notes

• Not Included
• Flights
• Holiday insurance [mandatory]
• Drinks
• Transfers from/to airport

French way / Camino Frances
Section 1

A taste of Pyrenees & Basque Country

From St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Pamplona: 68km

1 – To France

• Biarritz
  Ryanair, easyJet, Air France (via Orly)
  Biarritz airport info: http://www.biarritz.aeroport.fr/
• Paris
  Virtually all companies fly to paris

2 – Flying back home from Spain

• From Bilbao
  A large amount of the passenger traffic at Bilbao Airport comes from internal flights and you can fly from Bilbao to any of the following Spanish Airports: A Coruna, Alicante, Barcelona, Badajoz, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Jerez, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Santiago de Compostela, Seville, Tenerife, Valencia and Vigo.
  There are also European flights to Brussels, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Lisbon, Milan, Munich, Paris and Stuttgart.
  At the moment, easyJet, Iberia and AerLingus fly from the UK and Ireland to Bilbao. easyJet offer daily flights to Bilbao from London Stansted Airport, Iberia flys from Gatwick or Heathrow via Madrid and AerLingus operate out of Dublin.
• From Santander
  Ryanair are the only low-cost airline that currently offer direct flights to Santander. They offer flights from London Stansted and now Dublin, Frankfurt, Milan and Rome, as well as Reus and Madrid in Spain.
  Iberia offer a good selection of internal flights from Alicante, Barcelona, Gran Canaria, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Seville and Valencia.

  For more info see: http://www.spanish-airport-guide.com/

From Biarritz (2h)

1 – Shuttle bus to Bayonne train station
Bayonne-Anglet-Biarritz Airport is located just 3 Km from Biarritz. However it is a much better option to go to Bayonne train station (not Biarritz). Take the STAB line 6 to Bayonne train station (direct). The journey takes approx. 20 minutes and will cost €1.20. See http://www.bus-stab.com. The bus stop is in front of the terminal. Alternatively, there is a taxi rank in front of the terminal; cost is €25-€30.

2 – Train to St-Jean-Pied-de-Port
There are direct trains from Bayonne to Saint Jean Pied de Port at 18h13 (1h22 travel). See http://www.voyages-sncf.com/leisure/fr/launch/home/

From Paris (6h30)

Take a train to St-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Departs every day at 12.10, arrives at 18:30

1 – The Burundesa bus company links Pamplona with Bilbao (2h) with 10 departures a day. It is possible to fly from there with Aerlingus.
See: http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html

2 – The Burundesa bus company links Pamplona with Santander (2h) with 2 departures a day. From the bus station in Santander, simply get a direct city bus to the airport (20min), and Ryanair operates flights from there.
See: http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html

Spanish airport info: http://www.spanish-airport-guide.com/

If you would like to stay in Pamplona during the Fiesta de San Fermin (6-14th July) an, additional fee of €80 per person will apply.

For info on transfers for more passengers or from other airports, please ask us.