Seasonal events in Costa de la Luz

Costa de la Luz - Seville tour with Casa Pilatos visi

Step into the soul of Andalusia with a full-day tour of Seville. First up is a visit to Casa de Pilatos, a palace once home to the Dukes of Medinaceli. It's a real showcase of Andalusian style, with airy courtyards, intricate tiles and gardens that look like they've been plucked straight from a postcard. Then, wander through the winding lanes of Santa Cruz, Seville's old Jewish quarter. Think flower-filled balconies, tucked-away squares and endless photo ops here.Next, swing by the city's three UNESCO landmarks – the Cathedral, the Royal Alcazar, and the Archivo de Indias. Your guide will share stories of Seville's layered past, from Moorish roots to its role as one of Europe's busiest ports in the 16th and 17th centuries, as you get a good look at their exteriors. To round off the day, you'll head to the iconic Plaza de Espana. With its colourful tiles and sweeping arcades, you'll see why it's one of the city's most popular photo spots, and the perfect place to soak up Seville's warm, laidback vibe before heading back to your accommodation.

Costa de la Luz - Feria de Jerez and Sherry Tour

Spain is known for its fantastic fiestas and they don't get much bigger than this – Feria de Jerez. Party like a local at one of the biggest events on the fiesta calendar and raise a toast with a glass or two of local sherry from the Gonzalez Byass Bodega. A not to be missed Andalusian experience.We'll kick off our day of exploration by travelling along the Costa de la Luz to a city that's quintessential Andalusia. Full immersion into Jerez culture begins in earnest with the tour and sherry tasting at the González Byass bodega – keep an eye out for the glass left out for the mice. You'll then head to the legendary Feria de Jerez, where you can mingle with locals in traditional dress and enjoy the full-on fiesta atmosphere.

Costa de la Luz - Tangier Medina & Kasbah Tour

Exotic, mysterious and atmospheric, Tangier is Europe's gateway into Africa and it's just a stone's throw away from Tarifa. You'll board the fast ferry across the Mediterranean and spend the day exploring the city's spice-scented souks, rambling medina and impressive Kasbah. Then wrap it up with a traditional Moroccan feast.

Costa de la Luz - Guided dolphin cruise and tour in Tarifa for World Dolphin Day

Join us for World Dolphin Day on the 23rd of July to celebrate the 1982 global stand against commercial whaling. This guided tour is all about discovering more about dolphins and celebrating their intelligence and playfulness.Your day kicks off with a walking tour through the picture-perfect old town of Tarifa, full of coastal history and character. Next, you'll attend a talk by a marine biologist, where you'll learn about the different dolphins and whales you might spot out in the ocean. Then, it's time to hop aboard for a dolphin-watching cruise in the Strait of Gibraltar. Along the way, you'll hear fascinating info about dolphin behaviour and what makes them unique.Once back on land, you'll have some time to explore the lively harbour, known for its sweeping views that stretch all the way to Morocco. This is more than just a tour, it's a celebration of World Dolphin Day and a chance to see wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

Costa de la Luz - Cadiz Half-day Guided Tour

Europe's oldest city, Cadiz is a treasure trove of historic sites and streets, seaside promenades and a vibrant Andalusian atmosphere. Discover its past with a guided city tour and admire highlights such as the cathedral, La Caleta beach and the Central Market.

Costa de la Luz - Gibraltar Shopping

Gibraltar is a small slice of Britain on the sunny shores of Costa de la Luz – and this day trip allows you to choose exactly how you want to spend your time there. With great duty-free bargains, it is a shopper's paradise and you'll have plenty of time to bag a bargain.

Costa de la Luz - Gibraltar day trip with minibus tour of the Rock

Experience a slice of a uniquely British-style world – on the shores of the Mediterranean. On this excursion to Gibraltar, you'll tour the Rock, and learn all about its fascinating history, and then enjoy free time for shopping.

Costa de la Luz - Rock of Gibraltar tour with dolphin-watching cruise

A quirky potpourri of the familiar and the unusual, Gibraltar is a must-visit. This tour is a roll call of its star attractions – the Barbary apes, the Rock and Main Street. And to top it off, you'll sail around the Bay of Gibraltar for the chance to spot dolphins. Rosa, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Gibraltar's monkeys are the most accommodating wildlife around. Unlike dolphins, you don't have to search for them – they come looking for you, especially if you're holding food.'The fun kicks off with a boat trip in the bay to look out for dolphins. Three species – bottlenose, common and striped – are known to frolic in these waters. Then, back on dry land, head for a guided minibus tour of the Rock of Gibraltar, which juts 426 metres above the Mediterranean. You'll stop at Europa Point, where there are many famous monuments, a mosque and a historic Christian shrine. Plus, you'll also visit the Rock's recently renovated St Michael's Cave, which now hosts an auditorium.At the Upper Rock nature reserve, you'll meet the free-roaming Barbary apes – Europe's only wild monkeys. Rosa adds, ‘There are about 300 monkeys on the Rock. A local legend says that if the monkeys disappear, Gibraltar will stop being British.' Back at ground level, Gibraltar's town centre makes a point of being more British than Britain itself. Head to Main Street, where many of the British high street chains have outlets, for a mooch around its duty-free shops.

Costa de la Luz - Jerez Feria

Jerez is a small city with a big reputation. It's famed for its sherry, its horsemanship and as the cradle of flamenco. This tour will give you a taste of all three with the bonus of some free time in the legendary Feria de Jerez.

Costa de la Luz - Jerez Sightseeing & Sherry Tasting Tour

Home of sherry, capital of horsemanship and birthplace of flamenco – Jerez de la Frontera is Andalusia to a tee. And on this full-day trip from the Costa de la Luz, you'll get to unravel the city's culture and history at your own pace, with a sherry tasting thrown in for good measure.

Costa de la Luz - Jerez tour with Andalusian horse dancing and sherry tasting

As the home of sherry, the capital of horsemanship and the birthplace of flamenco, Jerez offers a fascinating day trip on the Costa de la Luz. You'll watch the Andalusian horses dance, feel the passion of flamenco and taste the world-famous sherry the city is known for.

Costa de la Luz - Sevilla shopping

Shopping and Seville were made for each other. Whether you're searching for one-off pieces or looking to bag a bargain, Seville is a shopper's paradise. You'll travel in the morning to make the most of the day. We'll drop you off near the main shopping district so you can hit the shops straight away.

Costa de la Luz - Seville full-day guided tour from Costa de la Luz

The heart and soul of Andalusia, Seville is bursting with history and personality. You'll explore its historic landmarks and walk through hidden courtyards and squares on this tour from the Costa de la Luz.

Costa de la Luz - Intro golf lesson

Tee off on one of Spain's top golf courses and take home an edge on the competition. With this two-hour lesson, you'll pick-up tips from a professional coach. Then, after honing your skills, get on the green and play three 9-hole rounds on Real Novo Sancti Petri golf course – one of the Costa de la Luz' premier fairways.

Costa de la Luz - Five-day Costa de la Luz Surf Lesson

Washed by Atlantic waves, La Barrosa beach is the place to learn to surf when in the Costa de la Luz. These five 1.5-hour lessons are geared for all levels of ability and are taught by qualified instructors with a lifelong passion for surfing. All the necessary equipment is included – surfboard, neoprene and lycra as well as liability insurance.

Costa de la Luz - Four-day Costa de la Luz Surf Lesson

Washed by Atlantic waves, La Barrosa beach is the place to learn to surf when in the Costa de la Luz. These four 1.5-hour lessons are geared for all levels of ability and are taught by qualified instructors with a lifelong passion for surfing. All the necessary equipment is included – surfboard, neoprene and lycra as well as liability insurance.

Costa de la Luz - Three-day Costa de la Luz Surf Lesson

Washed by Atlantic waves, La Barrosa beach is the place to learn to surf when in the Costa de la Luz. These three 1.5-hour lessons are geared for all levels of ability and are taught by qualified instructors with a lifelong passion for surfing. All the necessary equipment is included – surfboard, neoprene and lycra as well as liability insurance.

Costa de la Luz - Two-day Costa de la Luz Surf Lesson

Washed by Atlantic waves, La Barrosa beach is the place to learn to surf when in the Costa de la Luz. These two 1.5-hour lessons are geared for all levels of ability and are taught by qualified instructors with a lifelong passion for surfing. All the necessary equipment is included – surfboard, neoprene and lycra as well as liability insurance.

Costa de la Luz - One-day Costa de la Luz Surf Lesson

Washed by Atlantic waves, La Barrosa beach is the place to learn to surf when in the Costa de la Luz. This 1.5-hour lesson is geared for all levels of ability and are taught by qualified instructors with a lifelong passion for surfing. All the necessary equipment is included – surfboard, neoprene and lycra as well as liability insurance.

Costa de la Luz - City Sightseeing Bus Seville

If ever a city was designed for exploring by hop-on, hop-off bus, then it's Seville. Boasting a widespread array of attractions, and baked in heat for much of the year, this City Sightseeing tour allows you to reach the main sights with ease.There are 14 stops to hop on and off – from La Cartuja, site of Expo 92, in the north, to Maria Luisa Park, where Expo 29 was hosted, in the south of the city. What's more, at different times of the day, there are four guided walks you can avail of – ideal for an in-depth exploration. There's one around Maria Luisa Park and the iconic Plaza de España. And keep an eye out for times for the Santa Cruz, Triana and Fine Arts Museum tours.Also included are entry to several museums and churches – in Seville they are even more impressive on the inside. You'll have easy access to top sights such as the Torre de Oro, cathedral and Royal Alcazar, and enjoy 360° panoramic views of the city with audio commentary in 15 languages.