Acequia Real: a hike through the Alhambra's natural environment

Description

In this private, exclusive tour, we will see the water supply system of the Alhambra in greater detail. Our visit will take us on a walk through the Generalife’s environmental area, over the imposing space of the Albercones and the Santa Elena Fortress, with impressive views from the Sacromonte and Valparaiso neighborhoods up to the Fuente del Avellano. One part of the tour runs along the banks of the Acequia del Tercio, which has provided the Alhambra and its inhabitants with water for centuries.

You will gain an understanding of how a hydraulic system was built in the thirteenth century to bring water to the Cerro del Sol, and we will talk about all the plant life that the water supply made possible on this hill, including the age-old orchards and the new gardens of the Generalife and all of the traditional olive groves in the Dehesa del Generalife: a tradition that began in Muslim times and continues to this day.

Our hiking tour also runs through the Castle of Santa Elena. This fortification built above the Acequia Real was used to watch over the water supply. We will finish the visit in an idyllic place: the Fuente del Avellano. This place, across from the Sacromonte Abbey, inspired many romantic intellectuals throughout the nineteenth century.

Our guides, professionals with a passion for the history of Granada and the Alhambra, will accompany you on this walking tour through the most beautiful natural corners of Granada.

Details

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Book your Exclusive Premium Tour and learn the history of the Alhambra and its hidraulic system that allowed the construction of the citadel itself.
- Discover unique panoramic views of the Alhambra, he Albaicin (moorish quarter) and Sacromonte (gypsy´s quarter) with the most expert local guides.
- Enjoy a relaxing live talk in your chosen language as your guide provides engaging content.
- Let your curiosity flow and take advantage of the experience, knowledge of history and architecture and a personalised attention of your guide.
- Enjoy a cultural hike full of culture and nature, while your guide reveals all secrets behind its history, its fortifications and the ancient olive trees that have protected the Alhambra environment for centuries.
- This exciting experience is respectful with sustainability criteria.
- This tour is an excellent option for travelers interested in historical places, medieval roads, hydraulic technics and in doing a light cultural hiking activity.
- We organize your visit with enthusiasm paying great attention to every detail.

ITINERARY: Model platform of the Alhambra and Generalife at the main entrance pavillion of the Alhambra, Ancient Olive plantations Dehesa del Generalife, Albercones (pools) del Generalife, Castillo (castle) de Santa Elena, Cerro (hill) del Sol, Silla (Site) del Moro, Barranco (cliff) de la Lluvia, Acequia (water channel) del Tercio, Acequia Real, Paseo (path) Literario, Fuente (fountain) del Avellano, River Darro, Plaza Nueva.

Start time: according to the availability (check the booking calendar).

Languages: English, Spanish, French and German.

Meeting point: Generalife, 18009 Granada - Main entrance pavilion. Esplanade. "Punto de encuentro/meeting point" signpost.

KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK:
- This tour involves walking. Wearing comfortable shoes is highly recommended.
- We do not recommend this visit for people with impaired mobility
- We use secure transmission, your personal information is protected.
- Immediate booking confirmation.

KNOW BEFORE YOUR VISIT:
- You can either present your printed or electronic voucher.
- Please note, the tour guide will arrive a few minutes before the tour start time.
- We recommend using baby carriers, prams or strollers can make the route difficult.
- A mobile phone with a fully charged battery and headphones may be required.

Duration

2 hours

Including

Professional expert guide.

Live talk in the chosen language.

Not including

Entrance fees for the Alhambra and Generalife NOT INCLUDED.

Pick up.

Gratuities.

Transportation.

Cancellation Policy

Requests for cancellation or modification must be made through a message from the booking page MiReservaOnline.es.

You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the visit. After 24 hours, no cancellations, changes or refunds will be made.

Note: Cicerone reserves the right to make minor changes to the itinerary if necessary, due to unforeseeable or unpreventable circumstances.

Should circumstances beyond our control hinder in carrying out the visit in safe manners, we shall have the right to cancel. In case of cancellation by our end, the customer will be offered a full refund.