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The Secrets of the Alhambra, private tour

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Alhambra and Generalife, private guided tour
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Overview

We are both travel agents and official tourist guides. Therefore, we will take care of you before, during and after your experience with us.

We know our city in detail and we will provide you with the best personalized service.

The Alhambra is indispensable, fascinating, mysterious ... for years the most visited monument in Spain and the greatest exponent of Islamic culture in western civilization.

Together we will experience the same overwhelming feeling of the ambassadors who came to visit the Nasrid king and its piece of paradise on earth...

History and legend are intermingled in this jewel of the Nasrid architecture of Al-Andalus that perfectly combines water, light, architecture and vegetation.

Ready to discover the magic and symbolism that surrounds each of these Nasrid Palaces and all its hidden secrets?

What's Included

  • Nasrid Palaces included
  • General entrance tickets to the Alhambra and Generalife
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • The listed price does not include parking fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Avda. del Generalife s/n (junto a taquillas de la Alhambra
18009 Granada, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Nasrid Palaces

Three palaces form this enclosure: the Mexuar, the Palace of Comares (Yusuf I) and the Court of the Lions (Mohammed V).
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Alcazaba

The Alcazaba, or fortress, is the oldest part of the Alhambra. It was built in the mid-13th century by the Sultan Alhamar, the founder of the Nasrid dynasty.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Generalife

The complex consists of the Patio de la Acequia (Court of the Water Channel or Water-Garden Courtyard), which has a long pool framed by flowerbeds, fountains, colonnades and pavilions, and the Jardín de la Sultana (Sultana's Garden or Courtyard of the Cypress).
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Carlos V

The Palace of Charles V is a Renaissance building in Granada, southern Spain, located on the top of the hill of the Assabica, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra. The building has never been a home to a monarch and holds the Alhambra's museum.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • VERY IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • VERY IMPORTANT: A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Please notice that the tour might be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances in relation to tickets availability, even though our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.3% annually. Alhambra tickets are limited and sometimes, they just may not be available for very concrete reasons. We do have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them for our customers due to our full dedication and long experience. Please rest assured because this happens very rarely and you are in good hands. The above information is just to inform you about how the Alhambra's ticket sales system operates and all the travel agents proceed in the same way.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Secrets of the Alhambra, private tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Secrets of the Alhambra, private tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Nasrid Palaces included.
  • General entrance tickets to the Alhambra and Generalife.
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
  • Private official expert guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • The listed price does not include parking fee.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the The Secrets of the Alhambra, private tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Secrets of the Alhambra, private tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Nasrid Palaces included
  • General entrance tickets to the Alhambra and Generalife
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Private official expert guide
  • The listed price does not include parking fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • VERY IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • VERY IMPORTANT: A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Please notice that the tour might be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances in relation to tickets availability, even though our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.3% annually. Alhambra tickets are limited and sometimes, they just may not be available for very concrete reasons. We do have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them for our customers due to our full dedication and long experience. Please rest assured because this happens very rarely and you are in good hands. The above information is just to inform you about how the Alhambra's ticket sales system operates and all the travel agents proceed in the same way.
  • You must bring the same document that you use during the booking process.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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