Let yourself be seduced by the Andalusian charm of Cordoba on this day trip from Seville. Let yourself be seduced by the Andalusian charm of Cordoba on this day trip from Seville.This magical, city was once the light of the world, ruling over an Empire that stretched from the Atlantic to the Persian Gulf. Visit the city's many attractive monument in the company of your knowledgeable local guide and discover a maze of narrow streets, quiet alleys, sunny plazas and whitewashed courtyards, presided over by the impressive Great Mosque, a masterpiece of mediaeval Islamic architecture.
After an early start from Seville we'll start by exploring the majestic Alcazar del los Reyes Cristianos, a mediaeval Islamic Fortress, later occupied by the Catholic Kings of Spain. Next stop is the impressive Great Mosque, a spectacular testimony to the age of the Caliphate, one of the most important monuments of Islamic art in the west. The bright golden mosaics and the endless rows of red and white arches are a sheer visual delight.
Then it's time to head for the Juderia, the mediaeval Jewish Quarter, a vibrant neighbourhood, packed with small shops, hole in the wall bars and great restaurants. We'll stroll down the Callejon de las Flores, a fiesta for the senses as we come onto the Plaza of Gran Maimonedes where we’ll visit the city's ancient synagogue, dating from 1315.
Now you'll have some time to explore the city for yourself. You can go shopping, sit back on a pavement café and watch the world go by or maybe try some wonderful Cordoban cooking. The area is packed with tapas bars as well as some great restaurants. Redeem informationVoucher type: PrintedPrinted Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.LocationStart point: Hotel pickupEnd point: Same as the starting pointScheduleOpening dates07:30Last admission time: 08:00Duration: 12 HoursGuide optionsGuide type: GuideRequirementsIf you select Flexible Offer during the booking process, the rate entitles you to enjoy the activity on any date from the service date until 31/12/2020 for no extra cost (subject to availability). Modifications can only be made prior to the original service date.
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