Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Andalucia
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10 best christmas & new year Andalucia tours
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- Andalucia at Christmas
- Flavors of Spain: A 11 Day Journey Through Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
- Flavors and Flamenco: A Portugal and Spain Adventure
- Down South, Self-drive
- Andalucia & Toledo, 4 days
- Madrid, Andalucia y Toledo
- A Taste of Spain: : 11 Days Across Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
- From Lisbon 6-Day Andalucia & Madrid
- Caceres, Cordoba & Seville
- Cordoba, Seville & Costa del Sol
Duration 8 days Destinations Malaga, Mijas, Frigiliana, Nerja, Ronda Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Just You From
- NZ$3,830
Flamenco shows in Seville and visits to the UNESCO-listed Alcázar showcase holiday decorations, while New Year celebrations light up Granada's historic Albayzín quarter. The Alhambra Palace glows with festive illumination as traditional tapas tours feature seasonal delicacies. This 11-day adventure includes 4-star hotels and English-speaking guides.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Seville, Granada, Barcelona Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $7,211
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Holiday spirit fills Seville's illuminated Plaza de España and Granada's snow-capped Alhambra Palace. Traditional Christmas markets bustle in Córdoba's Jewish Quarter alongside festive flamenco shows in historic venues. Seasonal tapas and regional wines await in cozy local establishments.
Duration 12 days Destinations Lisbon, Seville, Granada, Barcelona Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $8,338
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Down South, Self-drive
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved our self drive tour in Andalusia.”
Susan, traveled in January
The Royal Alcazar and Seville Cathedral glow with festive charm during wintertime. Granada's Albaicin quarter and Cordoba's Jewish Quarter come alive with holiday spirit. Guests rest at the elegant 4-star Silken Al Andalus, adorned with seasonal decorations.
Duration 8 days Destinations Seville, Jerez, Ronda, Granada, Cordoba Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,175
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Andalucia & Toledo, 4 days
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour itself is designed very well, providing spaces of time in between to explore the cities on our own.”
Saroj, traveled in May
Granada's Alhambra Palace and Seville's Plaza de España shine during Spain's festive season. Traditional Christmas meals await in Toledo's historic center, with optional flamenco shows in Sacromonte caves. Seven December dates feature special holiday programming.
Duration 4 days Destinations Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Toledo Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $1,247
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Madrid, Andalucia y Toledo
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The visits to Cordoba mosque/cathedral, Sevilla old city and Granada Al hambra were very well organized and informative.”
Feras, traveled in October
The majestic Alhambra in Granada and Seville's Plaza de España sparkle with holiday enchantment. Luxury awaits at Exe Sevilla Macarena, while Cordoba's Mosque/Cathedral presents stunning winter views.
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Toledo Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $1,650
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The UNESCO-listed Alhambra Palace glows with Christmas lights while Plaza Nueva vendors offer roasted chestnuts. Three Kings Day fills Seville's historic center with joy, midnight Mass echoes through Seville Cathedral, and Tablao Flamenco El Arenal presents festive performances with seasonal treats.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Seville, Granada, Barcelona Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,313
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From Lisbon 6-Day Andalucia & Madrid
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The guides and driver were excellent. However, the meals were terrible.”
Lorraine, traveled in June
Historic Seville's Plaza de España and Santa Cruz quarter radiate festive warmth. The majestic Alhambra glows with holiday lights while optional flamenco shows entertain at Sacromonte caves. The upscale Silken Al-Andalus Palace serves special seasonal dinners.
Duration 6 days Destinations Lisbon, Caceres, Seville, Cordoba, Ronda, Costa del Sol, Granada, Toledo, Madrid, Torremolinos Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $1,708
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This 4-day Spanish adventure winds through cultural gems from Madrid. The UNESCO-listed medieval quarter in Caceres awaits, while Seville's Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España enchant visitors. Cordoba's famous Mosque/Cathedral stands as a testament to history. The 4-star AC Sevilla Torneo provides comfortable accommodation, with daily breakfast and 3 dinners included.
Duration 4 days Destinations Madrid, Caceres, Seville, Cordoba, Ronda, Malaga Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $1,046
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Cordoba, Seville & Costa del Sol
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tours were informative, interesting and fun. Overall we had a wonderful experience even with the hiccups.”
Sherrie, traveled in January
This 3-day Andalucian adventure costs around $440. Cordoba's UNESCO-listed Mosque-Cathedral dazzles during Christmas, while Seville's Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España shimmer with festive lights. The 4-star Catalonia Santa Justa provides holiday dinners and optional flamenco shows.
Duration 3 days Destinations Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Malaga Age Range up to 97 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $854
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What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours in Andalucia
- Andalusia with Costa del Sol & Toledo
There was some confusion about the meeting place in Madrid, Tourradar called it the Courtyard by Marriott Princesa Hotel which doesn't exist there anymore. Its now the Princesa Plaza Hotel which it does state in the Julia Travel itinerary so they need to align themselves on this issue. Other than that the tour was a lot of fun and Marina, our tour guide, was so amazing and extremely patient but always had a smile on her face and Paco our driver was also amazing. If there was anything critical to say it was the meals at a couple of the stops left us disappointed, especially in Sevilla. We expected something far better from the beautiful Melia Hotel than pan fried dry chicken and potato patties the first night and regular pasta the second, hardly traditional Spanish cuisine! Very disappointing but a beautiful hotel none the less. The hotel in Granada left us a little disappointed as well, on kind of a trashy street in the downtown area with few restaurants nearby, We left wake up calls at all the hotels we stayed at and only received one in four requests even though we went directly to the front desk, in each case, to request them and watched as they either wrote it in their schedule or added it in their system. Was not happy about this as we had early morning starts each day of the tour. The locations were all amazing and the guides we met along the way were very good all around but there should be some alternate arrangements that can be made to accomodate some of the older clients as far as the amount of walking they had to do, maybe have some golf carts there to assist them through the long streches from point A to point B, especially in the case of the L'Hambra where it is a fair distance down a hill and then up one from the bus drop off to the starting point on the tour. Overall a good tour and I would book another through Tourradar but my advice would be to make inquiries into the hotels you're staying at and not be satisfied with the claim that they will be "similar" to the one you start in, they're not! I would also keep your tour short, you have a variety of nationalities on the bus and they all have their own ideas of what personal space is or is not and some have no idea what the meaning of lining up for something is all about.....I guess its a cultural thing maybe?
- Andalucia & Toledo, 4 days
Great tour, highly recommended! All the provincias we visited were beautiful and full of history and culture. The tourist guides were very knowledgeable and attentive. The driver became a member to the travel family. Tour radar and VTN exceeded my expectations.
- Madrid, Andalucia y Toledo
I enjoyed all places visited. I wished that English was used more during our trip. Communication was clearer for Spanish speakers. At many times, English speaker felt left out. We had to ask the Spanish speakers what was going on.
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Andalucia
What special Christmas and New Year festivities can I experience in Andalucia?
The holiday season in Andalucia brings a blend of religious tradition and modern celebration. The Santa Cruz quarter in Seville showcases detailed nativity scenes called Belenes while Granada's Albayzin district transforms into a traditional Christmas market. The Plaza de la Constitución in Malaga becomes the center of New Year's festivities. Hotels like the Melia Lebreros in Seville host holiday gala dinners. The narrow streets light up with decorative displays creating what one TourRadar traveler called "magical traditional celebrations in Seville's old town."
What is the weather like in Andalucia during Christmas and New Year?
Winter in Andalucia offers comfortable temperatures for exploring. Coastal areas like Malaga and Marbella see daily temperatures of 15-18°C (59-64°F). Inland cities such as Granada cool down to 10-12°C (50-54°F). The Sol Principe Hotel in Torremolinos provides views of the winter Mediterranean. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The weather was perfect for sightseeing - cool enough to walk comfortably but still sunny enough to enjoy outdoor cafes and plazas during the holiday season."
What are the must-visit Christmas markets in Andalucia?
The region's holiday markets each offer distinct local character. Granada hosts the sweet-focused Bib-Rambsweets while Seville's Feria del Belén specializes in nativity figures. Malaga's market lines the popular Calle Larios. The NH Gran Hotel in Granada serves as a convenient base for market exploration. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The traditional Christmas market in Granada's historic center was a highlight with amazing local handicrafts and festive treats."
Which Andalucian cities offer the best Christmas decorations and light displays?
The region's cities compete for the most impressive holiday displays. Malaga's Calle Larios features a synchronized light and music show while Granada decks its historic center with traditional decorations near the Cathedral. In Seville Plaza de San Francisco glows with holiday spirit and Cordoba's Jewish Quarter takes on a special character. The Front Air Congress Hotel puts visitors close to these displays. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Malaga's Christmas lights were absolutely breathtaking creating a magical atmosphere throughout the entire city center."
Are attractions and sites open during Christmas and New Year in Andalucia?
Major sites maintain operations with adjusted schedules during the holidays. The Alhambra in Granada and Seville's Cathedral welcome visitors though hours change on December 24 31 and have limited openings on December 25 and January 1. The Saray Hotel in Granada provides convenient access to key attractions. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Despite the holiday season we could visit all major sites just needed to plan around the special holiday hours."
How do Andalucians celebrate New Year's Eve?
New Year's Eve follows local traditions across Andalucia. Crowds gather in Seville's Plaza Nueva and Granada's Plaza del Carmen to eat 12 grapes at midnight. Hotels including the Silken Al-Andalus Palace in Seville organize gala dinners and celebrations. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Celebrating New Year's Eve in Seville was unforgettable - the whole city comes alive with festivities and the traditional grape-eating ceremony was such a unique experience."