5-day Cabo de Gata Walking Holiday
Self-guided Andalucia's coastline walking tour
- A dramatic hike through the unspoiled longest section of protected coastline in Andalucia
- Routes between stark semi-desert surroundings and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.
- Stunning scenery of volcanic origin
- Rugged cliffs, white and black sand beaches and tiny white-washed villages
Start: Agua Amarga Finish: San José
The journey begins in the fishing village of Rodalquilar. If you have spare time, you can enjoy an afternoon by the pool or treat yourself to the hotel spa. The spectacular Playa del Playazo is located near the hotel.
Transfer by taxi from the hotel to Agua Amarga, where today's route begins. You will first walk along inland trails heading south and then along the coast to Rodalquilar. Crossing and following dry streams (ramblas), you will discover hidden coves. Areas of lush vegetation create surprising oases amidst this semi-desert territory. The route passes through Cala San Pedro, a beautiful bay where a peculiar hippie colony is settled, before reaching Las Negras. From there, you will reach Rodalquilar passing through the impressive El Playazo beach.
Option to shorten the route with 2 optional starting points: Cala del Plomo (15.5 km in total) or Las Negras (6 km in total).
To be done: 19 km / 11,8 mill, 7 h, 530 m ascent, 500 m descent.
This route runs through a pristine area between cliffs where patches of palm groves emerge among the dunes like oases. The gleaming white villages complete this magnificent landscape. Beaches with dark sands and ancient pirate hideouts lead to the next accommodation located in a picturesque fishing village at the foot of Cerro de los Frailes, which at 493 m is the highest peak in Cabo de Gata.
To be done: 18 km, 5 h, 310 m ascent, 330 m descent
Today you will have the opportunity to visit the most popular beaches in the area, as well as secret coves that can only be accessed on foot - Los Amarillos, Chica, Grande Barranco, Lance de Perro, Playa del Barrón, Media Luna, Los Genoveses, and Monsul. A varied itinerary to end this wonderful week in Cabo de Gata on a high note.
To be done: 16 km, 5.5 hrs, 280 m ascent and descent
The program ends today after breakfast.
Small family hotels, set in beautiful white villages. All of them have been carefully selected for their location, atmosphere and/or unique services. All rooms are en-suite. Some of the hotels we work with appear here. If a certain hotel is unable to confirm due to lack of availability, we will request a similar one and inform you about the alternative booked.
Extra nights:
Extra nights can be booked at any of the accommodations along the way.
Designed with innovative concepts in mind, Hotel Spa Rodalquilar offers a modern architectural style while maintaining Arabic and Andalusí influences. Luxurious details and unique services contribute to guests’ enjoyment and a chance to rest, relax and ….. DREAM
Hotel Doña Pakyta situated facing to the sea, watches every sunrise in the bay. Plenty of natural light and with the best views of San José, this building from 1,960 styled like a traditional Basque House has become, with its refurbishes, and has known how to adapt in the time without leaving its origin to get the XXI century.
Nearest airports are Alicante (ALC), Málaga (AGP), Almería (LEI), Granada (GRX) and Murcia (MJV),
Arriving in Rodalquilar
From the airport, you first take a bus to Murcia. There are several services daily and travel time is about 55 minutes. From Murcia you get a bus to Vera. From Vera, you take a taxi to your first accommodation in Rodalquilar.
From Málaga Airport (AGP)
From Málaga Airport, you first take a bus to Almería. There are several services daily and travel time is 3 to 3.5 hours (Timetables at: www.alsa.es)
From Almería, you take a taxi to your first accommodation in Rodalquilar.
From Almería, Granada or Murcia airports
(*) Optional airport transfers can be reserved in advance. Please enquire at the time of booking. The distance from Almería Airport to Agua Amarga is 55km, approximately one hour by car.
(*) Optional airport transfers can be reserved in advance. Please enquire at the time of booking. The distance from Granada Airport to Agua Amarga is about 225km, approximately 2.5 hours by car.
On arrival in Murcia, you take a bus to Vera. There are several services a day and travel time is about 2 hours. Please check timetables at www.alsa.es. From Vera, you take a taxi to your first accommodation.
(*) Optional airport transfers can be reserved in advance. The distance from Murcia Airport to Agua Amarga is 160km, approximately 2.5 hours by car.
Return from San José
For flights from Alicante (ALC) or Málaga (AGP)
Travelling back to Alicante, you first take a taxi from San José to Vera (80km, approximately 1 hour). From Vera you get a bus to Murcia. There are several services daily and travel time is about 2 hours. From Murcia you take a bus to Alicante Airport. There are several buses a day and travel time is about 55 minutes. (Timetables at www.alsa.es)
Travelling back to Málaga, you first take a bus from San José to Almería. There are several buses a day Monday to Friday, with fewer services at the weekend. Travel time is about 1 hour (Timetables at: www.autocaresbernardo.com). Next you take a bus from Almería to Málaga Airport. There are several services a day and travel time is 3 to 3.5 hours.
For flights from Almería, Granada or Murcia
(*) Optional airport transfers can be reserved in advance. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Distance to these airports…
- San José-Almería Airport: 35km
- San José-Granada Airport: 200km
- San José-Murcia Airport: 180km
Driving to Cabo de Gata
Rodalquilar is about 265km from Alicante Airport (2 hours 45 minutes by car) or 265km from Málaga Airport (2 hours 45 minutes by car).
Distance from other airports…
- Almería-Rodalquilar: 50km
- Granada-Rodalquilar: 211km
- Murcia-Rodalquilar: 190km
You can leave your car in Agua Amarga for the duration of your stay
Returning to Rodalqular
You take a taxi from San José back to Rodalquilar, to collect your car.
GPS tracks upon request
Included
- 4 nights accommodation with breakfasts
- 2 dinners
- 2 packed lunches
- Luggage transport on day 3 according to program
- Digital detailed route notes and maps in English
- Access to the trip on our navigation app
- 24-hour telephone assistance
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the programme
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Tourisrt Tax
- Transfes by public transportation
- Transport to first and from last accommodation
- Personal expenses such as drinks, phone calls, extra transfers, tips, etc.
- Any items not specifically mentioned in the program
Extras
- Extra nights at any of the accommodations of the programme
- Transfers to first and from last accommodation
- Private taxi day from San José to Agua Amarga
- Single Room Supplement (s)
- Solo Traveller Supplement
- Shipment of printed documents to the first accommodation
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