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The Axarquia region, which is something similar to a county, is made up of 31 coastal and inland municipalities and has more than 30 km of beaches. We are sure that you will discover the wonderful beaches like those of Maro, but have you ever thought about all that this land has to offer? Gastronomy, cultural heritage, traditions, fiestas and history. The Oletrips Team would love to help you get to know la Axarquía and its surroundings in depth, to help you discover everything that Andalucía has to show you.

Oletrips will pick you up in their elegant Mercedes Vito van and take you to discover the Axarquia region in groups of maximum 8 people, so you can travel comfortably, safely and at your own pace. Cipriano, the local and official guide of Oletrips, knows the area perfectly and will take you to the most hidden corners for the eyes of a tourist. If, in addition to getting to know the region, you are thinking of visiting the great monuments of Andalucía, Oletrips can help you, too. Discover the Alhambra, the Albayzin neighborhood in Granada, the Mosque of Cordoba and much more with a local expert.  

On these tours you can visit the capital of la Axarquía, Vélez-Málaga, all its monuments and its interesting and millennial history, get amazed by the taste of delicious tropical fruits, muscat wine, or the best raisins in the world; go in-depth into the most authentic, arabic and pure Andalusia by visiting small typical arabic villages like Salares, Competa and its history, Comares ‘the balcony of la Axarquia’ or Frigiliana ‘the village of the three cultures’, which has been considered several times as one of the most beautiful villages in Spain.

They offer a wide variety of tours, which will make you fall in love even more of our region, and here's our top 5 selection of tours for the summer:

SUN & WINE TOUR

Sun and Wine, what a combination! You will probably have heard about the beaches in Torrox but its historic centre full of flowers and Moorish architecture is worth a visit. This is precisely the reason why this village, known to have “The Best Climate in Europe”, will be your first stop. They will take a guided tour on its historic streets. After this visit they will drive you to beautiful Cómpeta, where they will take you on a tour guide into its Moorish, decorated streets. Cómpeta is known in all the region to produce the best wines, so visiting a wine cellar with a wine-tasting is a must. Your last stop will be Sayalonga, where you will enjoy an Andalusian lunch made with local products and a glass of wine if you wish.

MEDITERRANEAN BOAT TOUR

Sun, beach, sea, history and… boat trip! Enjoy a boat trip along the Costa del Sol. From the Sea you will have amazing views of all the coastal villages and the mountains of Málaga. With our guide you will learn about the history of this area and see wonderful natural spots. Who knows, you could even spot some dolphins and mussel-beds! Relax yourself and enjoy the nice weather on this 2 hours boat trip. After the boat trip they will take you to a restaurant to enjoy one of the most traditional dishes in Malaga and the Costa del Sol, the fried fish or “pescaitofrito” is one of the most delicious dishes in our area. This restaurant is close to the most important port of the province of Málaga and you will taste the very fresh fish of the bay of Caleta de Vélez. You will also visit the Sugar Cane Museum (Museo de la Caña de Azúcar) in Torre del Mar, where you will discover how important this plant was for the industry of the area during the XIX and XX century. Enjoy your life, enjoy the Mediterranean Sea. An unforgettable day on the sea gazing at the Costa del Sol is guaranteed!

WHITE VILLAGES & MUDEJAR TOUR

Would you like to go in-depth into the most authentic and pure Andalusia? You cannot miss this route so rich in history and charming villages. We will climb the mountains through a curvy road but with a view so breathtaking that will take all of your problems away. Small white typical Arabic villages that seem like they have been caught in time are waiting for you. Quietness, beauty, history… A unique combination to enjoy the Mudejar architecture along with its turrets, bell towers and sinuous streets. You will enjoy a delicious lunch made with local products in the last village we will visit, where you will also get the chance to walk through the narrowest street in Andalusia.

FRIGILIANA & EL ACEBUCHAL TOUR

Surely one of the reasons why you have come to la Axarquia is to visit one of its most known villages: Frigiliana, which has been considered several times as one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. You have the opportunity to visit ‘the city of the three cultures’ and its beautiful streets in this tour, which will allow you to get to know the history of the Moors on the mountains in la Axarquia. After the tour you will enjoy some free time to discover the beauty and magical corners of Frigiliana at your own path. Lastly, they will drive you to El Acebuchal, an old village abandoned after the Spanish Civil War located in the mountains with a very interesting past, which has been completely restored and where one of the most famed restaurants in the area is located. There you will have the pleasure of enjoying a menu made of local products and after lunch they will take you back to your lodging in la Axarquia.

THE ALHAMBRA & EL ALBAYZÍN TOUR

Discover the magnificence of the city of Granada in a different way. La Alhambra is, with no doubt, one of the most unique monuments in the world and should be on your list when traveling to Andalusia. This is a different trip to discover not only the Alhambra, but also one of the oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods in Granada, called El Albayzín. They will pick you up at your accommodation in their Mercedes Vito and take you to Granada, capital of the ancient Nasrid Kingdom, where they will take you first to the Alhambra to discover it together. The guide will help you to understand the importance of this building throughout centuries and its incredible beauty, captured on every decorative motives, gardens and patios. Then they will drive in our van to the Albayzin, a neighborhood declared a World Heritage Site, where we will enjoy lunch in one of the best tapas bars in the city. You will understand why Granada is known worldwide for its tapas. Once lunch is over, you will enjoy a guided tour of this neighborhood with our official guide, who will discover the Islamic past of this city in which buildings of other architectural styles are mixed. You will get lost in the streets of this neighborhood, full of Carmens, hidden gardens inside the houses of Granada. We assure you that you will come back in love with this city.

Goat-keeper for a day!

If you ask us, this is a truly unique experience: being a goat herder for a day, a tour through the Mediterranean landscape with one of the most characteristic animals in the province of Malaga. The day starts at an Andalusian cortijo (country house) where you will meet Antonio and his herd of goats. Then you will hike along small goat paths and cliffs. During the tour you will have the opportunity to learn more about the profession of goat herder and the beautiful nature of La Axarquía. Optionally, this special experience can be ended with a delicious dinner prepared of local products.

Have these tours excited you and do you want to book a trip? Make sure you book in time! Space is limited due to the small groups they offer.

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