For almost 800 years, from 711 to 1492, Granada had Muslim rulers. Even after Christian conquest, the Muslim heritage endured in the Albaicín and the remote mountain villages of the Alpujarra, which were strongholds of the Moriscos – Muslims who converted to Christianity.

The Albaicín and Sacromonte's Iconic Sights: A Granada Walking Tour
Explore the medieval heart of Granada, where the winding streets and alleyways still retain their layout from the Moorish period. On this 120-minute tour, you'll find out about the court intrigues of the Nasrid Dynasty, which ruled Granada for 250 years, and the Morisco rebellion. Experience some breathtaking viewpoints of the Alhambra against the Sierra Nevada mountains, before entering the Sacromonte district, famous for its caves and flamenco music.

Textiles and Tinaos: A Tour of Pampaneira
The beautiful white villages of the Alpujarra were founded by Muslim Berbers from North Africa over a thousand years ago. The 45-minute tour of Pampaneira will give you an insight into the quirks of life here, such as acequias, tinaos, and jarapa. As you explore the village, you'll also hear about the local food, including the Plato Alpujarreño.

Captivating Capileira: From Rebel Stronghold to Hiking Haven
Discover Capileira's rich history including its role in the Morisco rebellion and importance in the silk industry. Now a base for climbing the highest Sierra Nevada mountains, this 75-minute tour will teach you about hiking trails and the area's connections to writer Gerald Brenan and botanist Pierre Edmond Boissier.

This bundle is packed with sights, breath-taking views, and new discoveries, including:
● Alhambra and Sierra Nevada views from the unmissable Mirador de San Nicolás
● See Palacio Dar al Horra, a palace that dates from the same period as the Alhambra's Nasrid Palaces
● Discover what acequias are and why they are so important
● Take in the colourful textiles hung up around the village of Pampaneira
● Learn why mulberry trees were a protected species during Muslim rule
● Discover why the Alpujarra was at the epicentre of a bloody rebellion in the 1500s

Immerse yourself in Spain’s rich Muslim heritage, from Granada's ancient Albaicín to the distinctive mountain villages of the Alpujarra. The tours in this bundle let you weave through maze-like streets, discover traditional crafts, and follow ancient pathways once traveled by Berber settlers as you experience the profound cultural legacy that continues to define this enchanting region today.