Overview

Andalucia is probably one of the best known regions of Spain. It is the the largest single region in Spain, with an area greater than countries such as Belgium, Holland, Denmark, Switzerland and Austria.

The landscape is incredibly pictoresque and the culture benefits from the incredible diversity of the regions past. From the warm Guadalquivir valley to the low mountain areas and volcanic landscapes such as the Tabernas Desert.

Within this diverse land, live more than seven million people. Most live in the major cities such as the eight provincial capitals of Almeria, Cordoba, Cadiz, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga and Seville. Andalucia is one of the warmest regions in Europe and has a temperate, Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters.

Below you will find a sample day in an itinerary designed to discover the beauty and diversity of this region.

Typical Day Itinerary

Morning

• Breakfast in the garden of our incredible property
  

Late Morning

• Visit of the Cortijo de Arenales bull ranch
  Without doubt, this beautiful estate jealously guards all the hidden secrets and legends of the world of fighting bulls, horse breeding and the philosophy of Andalucian country life, on its over 2,800 hectares.

  The Cortijo de Arenales has continued to maintain all its traditions, in order to immerse the visitor in the magic of authenticity, the true-life experience that can be felt in the natural landscape where the first-class fighting bulls of the old days live in curious harmony with man, horses, farm work and the wild animals of the Dehesa.

  Here we will have a chance to see a practice session and if we re lucky even take part.

Lunch

• Lunch at the private home of the Conde de la Maza
  The Countess will host us in her private garden where we will enjoy a typical Spanish Lunch

Afternoon

• A private visit of the Archaeological Museum of Ecija
  Once on town we will be met by the curator of the Archaeological Museum of Ecija where a behind-the-scenes visit will show the great cultural heritage of the town

Evening

• Dinner at the famous "Bodegon del Gallego"
  An incredible typical Andalucian Restaurant only a stone throw from the Hotel

Overnight

• Hotel Palacio de los Granados
  Located on one of the most prestigious streets in Écija, El Palacio de los Granados stands on the ancient Roman 'Via Agusta', a road that once connected Rome with the important provinces of its empire. We are also situated in the geographic centre of Andalucia providing you with the opportunity to explore and experience the region’s ample cultural, natural and gastronomic choices.

  Our hotel was rebuilt as a residential palace and would have been occupied by the nobility. The 18th century Baroque style is evident in many details on the facade of the building and throughout the interior. During our renovation, it became evident that the existing structure is the result of various remodeling periods.

  Relax in one of our 10 rooms and 3 suites, fully equipped with custom design details to create an elegant atmosphere, contemporary, but rooted in our traditions. This is an atmosphere surrounded by Andalucia contemporary art where you can taste our gastronomic details influenced by far away lands.