Capital of Spain, gateway to Al-Andalus

Depart the capital

A final morning in Madrid — perhaps El Rastro market or one last coffee on a terrace — before your onward connection.

Medieval capital, bridge between three cultures

Descend from the hill

A final circuit of the ramparts, then descend the hill. The road or rail will carry you to your next stop.

Umayyad Capital of Al-Andalus

Leave the city of three cultures

One more walk through the Jewish quarter, then gather your bags. The train or road awaits for your next Andalusian stop.

Last Muslim Kingdom, home of the Alhambra

Alhambra morning

Enter the Alhambra through the Gate of Justice. Nasrid palaces, Generalife gardens, and the Comares Tower unfold across the morning. Book tickets weeks ahead.

Depart from Granada

A last look at the Alhambra from the Albaicín viewpoint, then the road carries you to the next city in your route.

Capital of Spain, gateway to Al-Andalus

Depart the capital

A final morning in Madrid — perhaps El Rastro market or one last coffee on a terrace — before your onward connection.

Medieval capital, bridge between three cultures

Descend from the hill

A final circuit of the ramparts, then descend the hill. The road or rail will carry you to your next stop.

Umayyad Capital of Al-Andalus

Leave the city of three cultures

One more walk through the Jewish quarter, then gather your bags. The train or road awaits for your next Andalusian stop.

Last Muslim Kingdom, home of the Alhambra

Alhambra morning

Enter the Alhambra through the Gate of Justice. Nasrid palaces, Generalife gardens, and the Comares Tower unfold across the morning. Book tickets weeks ahead.

Depart from Granada

A last look at the Alhambra from the Albaicín viewpoint, then the road carries you to the next city in your route.