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    Mediterranean

    TOUR E - ALMERIA & CABO DE GATA PANORAMIC

    Excursions

    • £45 - £55
    • Approximately 4.5 hours
    • Hard

    Departing the pier, we drive towards the National Park of Cabo de Gata, the major ecological attraction in Almería. Contrasting dramatically with the arid, volcanic inland mountains, the shoreline is composed of sand dunes and salt pans, making it the leading wetland of Almería Province, and giving a unique spectacle of light and forms above and below water.

    After driving through the park, we head in the direction of Almería. The city has tree-lined boulevards and gardened squares, and its dazzling white houses give it a Moroccan flavour. Its core still consists of distinctly Mudéjar flat-roofed houses in a maze of narrow, winding alleys, now framed by modern apartment blocks.

    We leave the coach for a walk through the town centre to visit the Cathedral Fortress, which dates from the 16th and 17th centuries, and was built as a defence against raids from barbary pirates. Its buttressed towers give it the look of a castle.

    Following our visit, we proceed to a small tapas bar, where we can enjoy a glass of wine and a typical tapas (small appetiser), before we re-join our coach and make our way back to the quayside and our awaiting ship.

    TOUR NOTES: This tour involves approximately two hours of walking in the centre of Almería, some of which will be over cobbled and hilly ground, therefore it is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users. There are approximately 15 steps to negotiate at the Cathedral. For reference, toilet facilities are available at the refreshment stop. Please note that at the end of our tour, passengers have the opportunity to remain in town, however it is their own responsibility to make their own way back to the ship in time for sailing.

    DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2011 CANARIES & MED SEASON
     

    Snack or meal provided

    Refreshments available

    Free time

    Shopping opportunity

    Wheelchair access

    Swimming opportunity

    All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.