Discover some of the best views of the Sierra Nevada mountains surrounding Granada, and enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the old city from secret viewpoints. On the tour, drive along trails that date back over a thousand years, from the time of the Visigoths and the Arabs.
Following pickup from Granada city centre, travel by 4x4 vehicle towards the towering peaks of the nearby mountains north of the city. Reach an elevation of 2500 meters-8000 feet, for amazing views of the highest peaks in the Iberian peninsula, and enjoy a drink in a panoramic mountain hut.
Explore the north face of the Sierra Nevadas to see the highest peaks on the Iberian Peninsula, climbing to heights of more than 3,000 metres. Marvel at the amazing landscape, including the highest peak in the Iberian peninsula, Mulhacen which is named after one of the last kings of the Alhambra.
Learn about the geology, biology and history of this region where Romans, Arabs, and Visigoths lived. Finally, visit a panoramic mountain hut where you can enjoy a typical Andalusian meal (costs not included).
Main sights:
- Gold Roman Mine of Cenes de la Vega: the river that supplies the Alhambra has gold, and the Romans discovered it close to Granada
- Camino de los Neveros: this was the way of the Moors to go to Sierra Nevada to harvest the ice in the hot summers
- Genil River: the main river of Sierra Nevada, which source is in the higuest peak in the Iberian Peninsula: Mulhacen
- Cahorros de Monachil: Beautiful canyon excavated by the Monachil River
- Mulhacen peak, the highest in Spain main land
