Alhambra Exploration: Discovering Islamic Architecture and Generalife Gardens from Malaga Port
4.8
96 Ratings
Granada
Embark on a full-day shore excursion from Malaga Port to the Alhambra in Granada. Explore the stunning Islamic architecture of the 13th-century palace complex and wander through the beautiful Generalife Gardens. Limited to 18 people for a personalized experience.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Alhambra - Skip the line into the Alhambra with your all-inclusive ticket for a guided walking tour of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours
  • Nasrid Palaces - Inside visit to the famous Palace with your timed ticket purchased in advance
  • Generalife - Discover the magical gardens with your all-inclusive ticket
  • Plaza de Toros de Granada - We will visit the Granada city center for approximately one hour, subject to the circumstances on the day of travel (depending on the docking times of the cruise ship)
  • Granada - Subject to time only - free time at Granada’s city center
What's Included
  • Skip-the-Line access to Alhambra, Nasrid Palace, and Generalife Gardens
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
  • Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Convenient port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Exchange the Malaga cruise dock for the UNESCO-recognized landmarks of the Alhambra with this complete day shore trip to Granada (exclusively offered to cruise passengers). With a professional guide and a fast-track pass, you get express entrance into the 13th-century royal residence — a globally celebrated piece of Islamic architecture. Explore its historical pathways and uncover the stories of the monarchs and sovereigns who called it home. Afterwards, take a peaceful walk through the heavenly Generalife Gardens. If time allows, conclude your trip with some independent time in the city center. The group size is capped at 18 to ensure an intimate touring experience.

  • This tour is available for cruise passengers only
  • Duration of tour is approximate, and depends on the duration of your time in port
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Location
The Alhambra
Calle Real de la Alhambra, s/n, Palacio de Carlos V
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(96 Ratings)
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Kathleenf993
Mar 30, 2024
This company is the BEST! - I can’t say enough about this company. Our ship docked five hours late and they still took us to Granada and back for the best experience in Spain. The Alhambra is indescribably beautiful and our guide Noalle gave us so much information and kept everything on time. The tour director Debby met us at the door of the harbor and got us back safely. We had had some bad weather the previous couple of days and this company saved the trip for us. Just so thankful they didn’t cancel
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Perkyrogers
Dec 27, 2023
Alhambra - Was a great tour. Was the one port stop hubby planned. It didn't disappoint. We would have loved to have had time in Granada but we took the tour for Alhambra. After having seen the Royal Alcazar of Seville, we definitely wanted to see the other castle of Isabelle and Ferdinand. Alhambra is a site to see. The gardens, the fortress itself and the palace that Charles V didn't finish. Totally recommend this tour. Great way to see Alhambra.
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Phillis
Dec 11, 2023
Good excursion but tour guide didn't find our booking info - The guide in Alhambra was very knowledgeable, and the walking tour was not rush, nicely paced, she took times to wait for those who walked slow. Another guide who took us to Alhambra was quite good too.. The only hiccup happened to us was that our names were not on the booked passengers' list, we had to show the guy our booking confirmation and messages that we should board on bus number one.
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Sunset43
Nov 24, 2023
Amazing day in Granada - We took Spain Day Tours excursion from Malaga to Granada to experience the UNESCO world heritage site Alhambra. We were greeted by an escort at the cruise port, and then transported via coach bus to Granada. The escort was very thorough, explaining things along the way, and what would happen once we got to Granada. When we reached Granada, we were divided into small groups of 14 and each group had their own local guide. For the next 2 1/2 to 3 hours, we toured the Alhambra and the gardens and were given the entire history. They are right when they say that this place should not be missed. We were given free time in Granada to do as we wished before returning to the bus. It was a full day excursion, and we were back at the ship about an hour and a half before departure. The escort, guide, and driver were outstanding! Needless to say this was a fantastic excursion, that was very well organized. I would not hesitate to use Spain Day Tours again.
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Q95sxdavidd
Nov 18, 2023
Great Company Which Goes the Extra Mile! - My husband and I were very pleased with the tour to Granada as well as the one to Seville. The drivers were excellent as were the bus and onsite tour guides. I have a lung problem which prevents me from comfortably walking uphill for more than a very short period of time. I notified your company's guides and they made sure that I was directed to a rest area when I needed to stop. The overall experience with Spain Day Tours was magnificent, especially considering the reasonable price.
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Bigdawgta
Nov 18, 2023
Great Trip to Ronda and Mijas - We joined Malaga Day Tours for its tour from Malaga to Ronda and the White Village of Mijas. Their team was prompt, as promised, waiting for us as we exited security from the port terminal. The bus was in great condition and we greatly appreciated the clean, easy viewing windows. We found our guide, Enrique, to be very good, clear and concise. He provided us with the necessary background and directions at each visit, and he and the driver were always there waiting for us, as promised. We found Ronda to be unique and amazing. The visit to Ronda alone was worth the price of the tour. We also enjoyed Mijas, which is a white-washed town on a hill overlooking Andalusia. We returned to the ship exactly as planned. Overall, a great outing.
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Cracklinrose
Nov 13, 2023
Easy shore excursions - Our cruise did not offer Alhambra as a shore excursion and this was a must see. We found Spain day tours who did all the work - picked us up from the boat, got tickets and gave us the tour. We just enjoyed. Thank you for making them easy and enjoyable. We would book again and recommend to friends.
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Jansonl78
Nov 6, 2023
great tour for people cruising - Great value compared to what was offered on the cruise, got us back to port in time without issue, picked us up right outside terminal. Guides were extremely knowledgeable, tickets for Alhambra were ready and waiting (important since they usually sell out). Couldn't be happier with tour exactly as advertised.
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Lynne_e
Nov 6, 2023
Alhambra - Our tour guide Debbie was outstanding! Local guide Noelia (?) was so knowledgeable. Timing was perfect with no worries about getting back to the cruise ship on time.
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Donv850
Oct 26, 2023
Granada - The tour of the castle was great. We did not get a tour of downtown Granada, which should’ve happened. I spent $130 to ride on the bus for four hours and two hours of a tour. Very disappointed. Please contact me after November 1 at 724-612-6838.
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