Description
The program is designed to allow guests to experience nature’s healing elements in a stunning mountain landscape, in a unique and peaceful atmosphere.
A perfect retreat to gain new energy. We offer guided mountain hikes in Andalucia with spectacular views combined with morning and afternoon pilates classes and organic cuisine with local ingredients – all a perfect starting point for active experiences and better health. Join in and experience the magic of this retreat!
Accommodation
Finca Parrilla surrounded by a large “Alhambra Garden”, overlooks the Natural Park and the Mediterranean sea, with small fountains, orange trees, apricots, mangoes, figs, olives and a small vineyard, providing the perfect setting for tranquility.
The Finca is a property, offering a combination of elegant accommodation and beautiful surroundings. It consists of two houses, lovely rooms, a swimming pool, yoga facilities and a small Maria Chapel for silence and meditation.
The Hikes
We will hike every day in the beautiful mountains of Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama, located in the province of Malaga / Granada. The Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park is a mountain group filled with mountain peaks, streams, rivers, beaches, trails and cart roads.
From the coast of the Mediterranean, the mountains break up to the horizon with a spectacular array of peaks reaching up to 1500 meters above sea level. Here is lush nature with a unique plant kingdom. On many of the tours you can see the white medieval villages and the blue Mediterranean as far as the eye can see.
The hikes take place in ancient historical landscapes and on these mountain paths and country roads people have throughout history brought fish from the coast to the fish market in Granada. The hillsides are covered with aromatic plants such as rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage, lemon thyme, mint and lavender, and there are great opportunities for us to meet mules, donkeys and goats on our way.
We start our walks every morning from Finca Parrilla and get back for a delicious lunch in the garden patio.
When the program is complete, guests have walked 4-6 miles, practiced yoga every day, relaxed and taken in the healing effects of nature on the body and soul. Guests travel home with inspiration and better health!
The trip is suitable for those who are in good physical shape and enjoy an active and experiential holiday. It is required that you have experience walking in hilly and rugged terrain with ascent. Not suitable for beginners or if you are very scared of heights.
Retreat schedule
MORNING PROGRAM
8:00 – Morning Pilates (for the early birds)
8:30 – Breakfast
9:15 – 14:00 – Mountain hiking
14:30 – Lunch
AFTERNOON PROGRAM
15:30 – Pool time
17:30-18:30 Pilates classes
20:00 – Evening meal
One of the days is set for excursion for those who want to explore this beautiful region.
Visit Granada & Alhambra (8 hours)
Join us on an excursion to Granada and Alhambra. Starting off visiting Alhambra, the 13th century old palace and gardens are among the finest Islamic constructions in the world.
Set on the footsteps of the Sierra Nevada peaks, it is a true jewel. Next up, we explore the old Arabic architecture and narrow streets of Granada (Albaicín), filled with tapas bars and Spanish/Moorish culture. Finishing off with a delicious lunch overlooking the beautiful views of Alhambra and the old city of Granada, it will leave you wanting to come back again and again.
• Price: 180€ per person, 10 hours, minimum 4 people. The excursion is not included in the price and is paid upon registration.
Teachers
Hiking guide
John is our local mountain guide who takes us into the mountains. He is well known in the mountains of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama, and a very knowledgeable guide. John picks us up every morning in his old minibus and drives us to the starting point of the trip. His local knowledge enriches the trips with stories and history.
Retreat Price
5 DAYS RATE: 1350€
Location and how to get there
Frigiliana, Andalucia, Spain. Malaga airport is the nearest airport. The retreat center is 40 min. from the airport. Free transport from and to the airport in Malaga, if you arrive at the specified time of arrival.
Those who arrive sooner or later must get to Parrilla in their own taxi. (About € 95 a way)
Includes
• Accommodation for each guest
• Guided mountain hikes
• Daily pilates classes
• Plant-based meals designed to nourish & energize you during the week
• Village walk sightseeing and garden tour
• Cleaning service
• Pickup and return airport transfer to Malaga Airport (by predetermined arrival and departure)
• Checkout at 11:00 AM
• Free fast speed Wifi
Does not include
- Airline tickets
- Alcohol
- Excursions
Optional activities
- Biking
- Paddling
- Golf
- Riding
- Swimming & diving
What to pack
- Touring bag, backpack
- Good footwear, the terrain requires solid mountain shoes.
- Thin jacket
- Thin Pants
- Shorts, t-shirts
- Small thermos for coffee, tea and hot water etc.
- 2 water bottles of 1 litre
- Sun protection, (with high factor) caps and sunglasses
- A small first aid box with (for rubbing wounds etc.)
- Walking sticks ( if you use this )
Booking
To book your place on this Hiking and Pilates Retreat in Andalucia, send your enquiry to the team who will get back to you within 24 hours or email us directly on [email protected].
