Sentier Alpujarras

Alpujarra Granadina, Spain

Excellent from 4 reviews
4.5/5
100% of guests recommend

Location

Andalusia

Riding Level required

Intermediate, Strong Intermediate, Advanced,

Weight limit

50

Description

Les Alpujarras sont un paysage d'une beauté naturelle exceptionnelle et d'une grandeur impressionnante, ce qui en fait un endroit charmant pour des vacances à cheval en Espagne. Ici, tout est resté pratiquement inchangé depuis la rébellion des Maures il y a 400 ans. Des villages blanchis à la chaux se cramponnent au bord des falaises. Par temps clair, on peut voir la mer Méditerranée depuis ici. Bubión (1200 mètres), le point de départ de trois randonnées différentes, se trouve à l'ouest.

Sur ce sentier, qui dure cinq ou quatre nuits selon la date, nous chevauchons au cœur de cette région, une expérience qui ne diffère pas beaucoup de celle de l'Espagne du 19ème siècle. Ici, le temps s'arrête pour les voyageurs, qui s'émerveillent devant les paysages changeants et la végétation des différents microclimats. Votre charmant hôte, Rafael, organise des randonnées équestres dans ces montagnes depuis plus de 30 ans et connaît les itinéraires sur le bout des doigts. Les purs Andalous sont des montures très appréciées et sûres sur les sentiers escarpés. Sans aucun doute, vous vous ferez de nombreux nouveaux amis sur ce sentier.

Guide Languages spoken

English,French

DAY 1. CAPILEIRA.

Welcoming and introduction of the guide. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel Finca Los Llanos*** in Capileira.

DAY 2. BUBIÓN – TREVÉLEZ.

Drive to the riding centre in Bubión (2 Km away from Capileira). Introduction of the horses. We will start by climbing up the GR7 path through the Blood Ravine with views of the villages of the Poqueira Valley. Descend to the village of Pórtugos. Always along bridle paths we will climb again through oak woods to the track that leads us to Trevélez with views of the villages of La Taha Valley. Picnic en route. During the ride there are some opportunities for gallops with a magnificent panoramic view of the Sierra Contraviesa and Lújar opposite us. Descend to Trevélez by a bridle path where we will arrive in time for some beers with tapas. Famous for its hams Trevelez is considered the highest village in Spain at an altitude of 1,700m. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel La Fragua **. A five hours ride.

DAY 3. TREVÉLEZ – JUVILES - LOS BÉRCHULES.

After crossing the bridge over the river, we will start this route by a bridle path that climbs the left slope of the ravine, leaving behind the village from which it takes its name. After a gallop, descent along a gentler path to Juviles for lunch. Once again, we will enjoy the beauty of the Sierra Contraviesa and Sierra Gádor. On a clear day we will have the view of the Mediterranean Sea and the silhouette of the mountains of Africa in front of us. The journey continues on horseback to Los Berchules by a bridle path. Dinner and accommodation tonight in a very comfortable, family-run hotel - El Cercado***. Option for free access to Spa. Five hours riding.

DAY 4. LOS BÉRCHULES - CÁDIAR.

From Los Bérchules, we will descend to Narila, where we will stop for water the horses and visit a breeding farm of P.R.E. (Spanish Pure Breed) horses. The ride passes through Cádiar village and we will finish the ride at the beautiful hotel Alquería de Morayma**, where we should arrive just on time for lunch. Three and a half hours riding. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

DAY 5. CÁDIAR - BUBIÓN.

Crossing the Guadalfeo river, we will join the path that will lead us to Lobras, Nieles and Càstaras. We will continue until we reach the impressive gorge of Las Carihuelas de Busquístar, where we will descend to cross the Trevélez river, and we will follow the path which leads to the village of Busquístar for lunch. After lunch two more hours riding to Bubión. A six-hour ride. Farewell dinner in a local restaurant and accommodation at the hotel Finca Los Llanos*** in Capileira.

DAY 6.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport of Granada.

Accommodation

Drive to the riding centre in Bubión (2 Km away from Capileira). Introduction of the horses. We will start by climbing up the GR7 path through the Blood Ravine with views of the villages of the Poqueira Valley. Descend to the village of Pórtugos. Always along bridle paths we will climb again through oak woods to the track that leads us to Trevélez with views of the villages of La Taha Valley. Picnic en route. During the ride there are some opportunities for gallops with a magnificent panoramic view of the Sierra Contraviesa and Lújar opposite us. Descend to Trevélez by a bridle path where we will arrive in time for some beers with tapas. Famous for its hams Trevelez is considered the highest village in Spain at an altitude of 1,700m. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel La Fragua **. A five hours ride.

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You can fly to Faro or Madrid. Faro has flights most days from UK airports...

Transfer

We collect groups of 3 or more from the airport, but you can get the 7A bus ...

Climate

cool

Health

great

Electricity

24/7

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Proatur riding

25/10/2022 13:18

Great Trip

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Gredos Ecuestre

Gredos Ecuestre

25/10/2022 13:18

Good Trip

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Wendy Hofstee

25/10/2022 13:18

Trip was great

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Proatur riding

Proatur riding

25/10/2022 13:18

Good Trip

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