Private Tour: Explore History and Art at Nasrid Palaces, Alhambra, and Albaicín
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Granada
Immerse yourself in the rich history and art of the Nasrid Palaces, Alhambra, and Albaicín on this private tour. Discover the symbolism of Islamic art and explore the sensory delights of beautiful gardens.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nasrid Palaces - The Main Palace conserved, The Official House of The Kingdom of Granada. It is a visit that focuses on the Nasrid palaces in depth. The guide will explain the Nasrid and Islamic art in detail, we will read the walls of the Alhambra contemplating one of the jewels of Islamic art in the peninsula.

  • Generalife - We will visit the sultan’s rest house, its gardens, orchards and the more than 3000 plants of the Alhambra

  • Mirador de San Nicolas - Place of crossroads of cultures and the most beautiful sunsets in the world. What else can be done in this viewpoint apart from contemplating the Alhambra

  • Paseo de los Tristes - Walking along the Paseo de los Tristes is one of the essentials when you come to the city, but why isn’t it on the maps? When you arrive in Granada, if you are looking for the Paseo de los Tristes, map in hand, you can go crazy touring the city. In no street map or GPS you will find reference to this famous place in the city. It is one of the most recommended places in any travel guide and by any self-respecting Grenadian, but it does not appear anywhere.
    The Paseo de los Tristes is in the Valle del Darro, between the hills of the Alhambra and the Albaicín, an idyllic place. For many, the most beautiful street in the world next to Carrera del Darro. Colors and essences, palaces, churches, convents, museums and medieval buildings surround it, making it the ideal place to sit and rest or enjoy the beauty of Granada.

  • Sacromonte - Traditionally the neighborhood of the Granadian Romani, who settled in Granada after the Christian conquest of the city in 1492, it is one of the most picturesque neighbourhoods of the city, with cave houses installed in whitewashed caves

  • Granada Cathedral - Visit from outside

  • Royal Chapel of Granada - Visit from outside

  • La Madraza - Visit from outside

  • Corral del Carbon - Visit from outside

What's Included
  • Expert guide in History and Alhambra Art
  • Tickets included for Nasrid Palaces, Generalife, and all of Alhambra
  • Approximate appointment time
  • Priority access with skip-the-line privileges
  • Private tour for small groups (max 6)
Additional Information

Ideal for enthusiasts of history, art, and the aesthetic appeal of splendid gardens, this visit provides a profound understanding and admiration for these two remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the course of the tour, you’ll delve into the extensive past of the Alhambra, the Nasrid Palaces, and the Albaicín district during both the Islamic and Christian epochs. We’ll dive into the particulars and representation of Islamic art, inclusive of deciphering some of the ten thousand scripts that decorate the stronghold and its abodes.

  • Please note: the Alhambra requires that all passengers provide the full name, passport details for each participant when booking. If not provided, the Alhambra may deny access to their premises.
  • Keep in mind that The Alhambra closes every December 25 and January 1, we will always assign the visit either for December 26 or for January 2
  • After finishing the visit, each client can visit the rest of the Alhambra on their own, such as the Generalife and the Alcazaba without a guide.
  • If you have not received an email informing you of the start by 4 days before your tour, please contact the tour supplier. The starting time printed in your voucher is approximate. The exact start time will be sent to you by email or SMS. Please provide a valid phone number in case the tour supplier needs to call you.
  • Once the tour is confirmed, the supplier will send you the appointment time with your tour guide as soon as possible via Viator or phone.
  • Due to the great demand of tickets and to the restriction of the number of visitors per day, we recommend you to book at least one month in advance.
  • The appointment time printed on the voucher is approximate and helps us understand at what time the customer wants to start. We will try our best to respect it, but please note that you should expect an email with the exact appointment time. Please understand that on specific dates, there may be limited tickets, and we may need to change the appointment.
  • Our tour includes the tickets. The Alhambra system requires that you provide us with all full names, as the tickets are nominative (you will need to bring your passport or ID card on the day of the visit). We would also like to inform you that the tour may be canceled due to sold-out tickets, although our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.4%. It can happen because Alhambra tickets are limited, and sometimes they may not be available for various reasons. However, we have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them due to our dedication and experience. But please rest assured, this happens very rarely; you are in good hands. We prefer to inform you about the system and this is how all agencies operate
Location
Calle Real de la Alhambra
Address: Meeting point on the main gate of Alhambra ( Ticket Offices) in front of the map of Alhambra
Cancellation Policy

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

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Bbenlahcene
Jan 31, 2020
Visiting Alhambra with Mohammed Naciri - Very interesting trip that let me live in the glorious history of Muslim Andalusia. With the tour guid Mohammed Naciri, the trip was more informative and exciting
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Lindapr3926og
Jan 26, 2020
Exceptionally Knowledgeable Tour Guide - My husband and I had the great fortune of touring the Alhambra and Nasrid Palace with Mohammed. Mohammed’s in depth knowledge of art, architecture, religious and cultural history made the palaces come alive. Our private tour lasted three hours and was well worth it! Mohammed is kind and friendly and eager to share his encyclopedic knowledge of the complex with visitors. I recommended Mohammed as a guide to my friend and her daughter. They too , thoroughly enjoyed spending time learning about the Alhambra’s remarkable history with Mohammed. If you are considering visiting the Alhambra and want a private tour with an English speaking (as well as Spanish & Arabic) tour guide, Mohammed is the best!
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