Alpujarras Walking Holiday Overview
These week long hiking tours in the Alpujarras are based at Casa del Bienestar in Lanjaron.
The Alpujarra is one of Spain’s most spectacular and unspoilt walking areas, with hikes in the Sierra Nevada mountains, and rambles through the meadows, orchards and white villages.
Holiday based at Casa del Bienestar in the mountains above the Spa Town of Lanajron with resident chef, Bongo!
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Accommodation at Casa Bienestar
Our rental apartment is located below the main house and comfortably sleeps 4 people across 2 bedrooms, with a shared bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. The rooms can be set up as doubles or twins, depending on your preference.
Outside, there’s a lovely seating area perfect for relaxing on warmer days, and inside, you’ll find a cozy pellet burner to keep you warm on chilly nights.
Up in the main grounds, close to our part of the house, there’s a large pool that guests are welcome to use. It’s open from April to November, depending on the weather.
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In addition to the apartment, we have 2 extra rooms in our house, so we can accommodate groups of up to 8 people.
As part of your stay, you’ll get to enjoy delicious home-cooked meals prepared by our resident professional chef. We’ll do our best to cater to any dietary needs too!
And if you’re feeling like you need a little "R&R," you can add on extra treatments or movement sessions to help soothe those tired hiking muscles. It’s all about making your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible!
Movement sessions - Yoga, Strength, Mobility - tailored to your needs.
Massage - Sports, Therapeutic, Postural Assessment, Myofascial Release
Our Hikes in the Alpujarras
We’ve put together 5 fantastic day hikes to show you the absolute best of the Alpujarras. You’ll be in great hands with Richard and Kiersten from Spanish Highs—they’re both seasoned local guides. Richard actually wrote the Cicerone guidebook for the Sierra Nevada mountains, and Kiersten is a passionate and super knowledgeable nature guide. You’re in for a treat!
Hike 1 - Walking Over Lemons
This walk takes you on a straight path between the villages of Ferreirola and Ticola, with a stop by Chris Stewart's finca along the way.
We’ll take the old drovers' trail, which was once used to get to markets in Órgiva. The route crosses the Trevélez River gorge and then heads up a zigzagging path on the other side.
If we’re lucky and Chris is around, we might even get the chance to meet him!
Hike 2 - Sierra Nevada, Mountains & valleys
This hike takes you right into the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains, with some stunning high-altitude views. You’ll climb through pine forests before emerging onto open hillsides, eventually reaching the Puerta del Molina. This spot is an amazing viewpoint, offering a full panorama of the Sierra Nevada and all its major peaks.
After soaking in the views, we’ll head back down on a dirt track and join up with the long-distance Sulayr trail (GR240). The descent winds through beautiful forested slopes, bringing us all the way back to the village of Capileira, where we can celebrate with a well-earned cold drink.
It’s a totally fun, unique, and rewarding day out!
Hike 3 - Waterways & Forests above Lanjaron
No transport needed today—this walk starts and ends right at your hotel! It’s a really varied loop that’s always a hit with our guests. First, we’ll check out the Arab Castle and stroll along the cliff tops of the Tajos de Colorao across the way.
After a short climb, we’ll reach the Ermita of the Tajos de la Cruz, an awesome viewpoint with stunning views over the town. From there, we’ll head north and pick up the "Camino de las Sierras," an old mountain trail used by drovers. We’ll follow this until we can take a less obvious path that leads us down to cross the Río Lanjarón via an old bridge.
The next part is a highlight—winding through a series of picturesque irrigation channels and chestnut woods. Finally, we’ll make a steep descent back to the hotel in Lanjarón. A fantastic mix of history, nature, and great views!
Hike 4 - Medieval Way, Taha del Pitres
We’ll kick off the day with a scenic drive through the Alpujarras, heading to the Taha de Pitres area. This spot is known for its charming white villages, dramatic gorges, and loads of plants and wildlife.
Most of the hike follows old medieval trails that wind through the hills and villages. We’ll start in Mecina Fondales and head downhill to the picturesque village of Fondales. From there, we’ll turn east and make our way to Ferreirola, which sits high above the Trevélez gorge.
Next, we’ll climb up to visit the super quaint village of Atalbéitar before continuing uphill to reach the road leading to Portugos. We’ll take quiet back trails to Pitres and then make a steep descent back to where we started in Mecina. A day full of history, stunning views, and charming villages!
This walk is partly covered in our trip report "My Favourite Walk in The Alpujarras" which you would enjoy reading
Hike 5 - River Walking in the Lecrin Valley
Cool, fun, and totally unique! Get ready for some amazing day hikes in and around the rivers and gorges of the Lecrin Valley.
We’ll start and finish in the town of Albuñuelas, where we’ll park the cars. From there, it’s down to the river valley, where the adventure begins—right in the water! The trail winds in and out of the river, bypassing any tricky spots. There are a couple of boulders to climb, but they’re no big deal.
It feels like you’re exploring a hidden piece of the Amazon! The whole way, you’re under a lush green canopy, with plants and insects you’d rarely see anywhere else. The halfway point brings you to a massive waterfall, perfect for a fun (and refreshing!) shower. A truly unforgettable experience!
Hiking level of challenge
Expect altitude gains of about 500m and 6 hours of hiking per day on generally on good mountain and village tracks and trails.
Bring sensible clothing and good hiking boots.
Hiking poles are useful.
Sun hats, sun glasses, sun block and a water bottle are essential.
Choice of walking grades: (What do these grades mean?)
- 1 Leisurely Day Walks
- 3 Moderate Day Walks
- 1 Challenging Day Walks
The week includes!
Accommodation - at Casa del Bienestar, Lanjaron
Prices - from €1095 per person (€1295 single)
Price includes:
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 Breakfasts
- 6 Evening meals
- Rest day at leisure mid-week
- Local transport and walking guides
Note: It does not include: flights, airport transfers, tickets to monuments (eg. in Granada), 1 lunch, 1 night out in local restaurants .
Dates for 2025/2026 Holidays
- 25 October - 01 November 2025
- 23 May - 30th May 2026
- 26 September - 03 October 2026
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