15 days in South of Spain Itinerary

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

Get a sense of the local culture at Alhambra and Royal Chapel of Granada. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Albayzin and Generalife. Get out of town with these interesting Granada side-trips: Chocolates Sierra Nevada (in Pitres), Bodega La Moralea (in Pampaneira) and Hilacar ArtesAna (in Bubion). There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Mirador de San Nicolas, look for gifts at Munira Leather, and wander the streets of Sacromonte.

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Washington DC, USA to Granada is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Granada when traveling from Washington DC in July, with lows around 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): stop by Old City, snap pictures at Puente Nuevo, then explore the stunning scenery at El Tajo de Ronda, and finally catch a live event at Plaza de Toros de Ronda.

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You can drive from Granada to Ronda in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. July in Ronda sees daily highs of 95°F and lows of 66°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Vejer de la Frontera.

Vejer de la Frontera is a Spanish hilltop town and municipality in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia, on the right bank of the river Barbate. On the 20th (Thu), stop by Colmado Selecto Palomita, then stop by Vejer ArtesanIa, then indulge your taste buds at Ya En Tu Casa - El sabor de Andalucía, and finally kick back and relax at Playa El Palmar.

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Getting from Ronda to Vejer de la Frontera by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Ronda in July, plan for little chillier days in Vejer de la Frontera, with highs around 82°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 69°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to go by car to Seville.

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Head to Zaguan 24 and Productos de la Sierrafor plenty of shopping. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Casa de Pilatos and Triana. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Plaza de España, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and add some entertainment to your itinerary with Museo del Baile Flamenco.

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Traveling by car from Vejer de la Frontera to Seville takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Vejer de la Frontera in July, you will find days in Seville are a bit warmer (91°F), and nights are about the same (68°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can take a train to Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Head to Mercado Victoria and Meryanfor plenty of shopping. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Jewish Quarter (Juderia) and Roman Bridge. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, don't miss a visit to Patios de Cordoba, examine the collection at Casa de las Cabezas- Patios de Leyenda, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Capilla Mudejar de San Bartolome.

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Traveling by train from Seville to Cordoba takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Seville in July: highs in Cordoba hover around 100°F, while lows dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Malaga.

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): browse the fresh offerings at Mercado Central de Atarazanas, take a stroll through La Carihuela, then take a stroll through Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village), and finally see the interesting displays at Automobile and Fashion Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Fri): explore the historical opulence of Castillo de Gibralfaro, then shop like a local with Calle San Miguel, then take a stroll through Los Boliches, and finally stop by Recuerdame.

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Take a train from Cordoba to Malaga in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Cordoba in July, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Malaga: temperatures range from 88°F by day to 70°F at night. On the 29th (Sat), you'll travel back home.