Walking in the Light: A Pilgrimage to Andalusia April 13 - 23, 2010
(This pilgrimage is full. A similar experience is planned for
April, 2011. Let me know if you'd like updates.)
This pilgrimage will explore the "Golden Age of Spain."
From 711 - 1236 Andalusia, known in those days as
"The Ornament of the World," was reknowned
as a cultural and intellectual center where
Jews, Muslims and Christians lived and worked side by side.
April 13: Arrival Day/Cordoba (Tuesday)
Arrive in Sevilla around noon, gather our luggage, go through customs and meet our bus and driver. We’ll enjoy lunch as we drive toward the hotel in Cordoba. After checking in, you are free to take a nap or a walk around this amazing city. A brief group gathering before dinner will provide time to cross the pilgrimage threshold into this “journey of light.”
Stay: Cordoba
April 14: Cordoba (Wednesday)
Following breakfast, we will meet our guide and visit the Mezquita, one of the most remarkable, beautiful, and unique buildings in all of Spain. The Mezquita of Córdoba is a Christian cathedral originally built as a mosque (784) on the foundations of a Visigothic church. It is regarded as perhaps the most accomplished monument of the Umayyad dynasty of Córdoba.
Following a leisurely lunch, we will take a walking tour of the Old Jewish Quarter of Cordoba, ending with a tour of the synagogue. An evening group meeting and dinner will give us time to reflect on the day.
Stay: Cordoba
April 15: Granada (Thursday)
Today we leave for Granada, stopping in the city of Linares to visit the Andres Segovia museum. More than any other 20th century Spanish guitarist, Segovia popularized the guitar by bringing it to the concert stage. He is considered by many as the “father of the modern classical guitar.” We’ll stop for lunch along the way, arriving in Granada in time to visit the Granada Cathedral and Royal Chapel. On our way to the hotel, we’ll visit a couple of local guitar builders.
This evening, you will enjoy a tapas dinner on your own, followed by a late, optional excursion to the gypsy caves above Granada to experience the historic, dramatic flamenco traditions of this great city.
Stay: Granada
April 16: Granada (Friday)
Today we visit the Alhambra, one of the most remarkable sites in the world.
Designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1984, the Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex of the Muslim rulers of Granada in southern Spain placed high on a hill above the city of Granada.
Once the residence of the Muslim rulers of Granada and their court, the Alhambra is now one of Spain's major visitor attractions exhibiting the country's most famous Islamic architecture together with Christian 16th century and later additions in buildings and gardens that created its image as it can be seen today.
Free time after lunch for shopping, journaling, exploring or resting with an evening gathering and dinner.
Stay: Granada
April 17: Granada (Saturday)
Following breakfast, we will meet our guide and visit the Great Mosque of Granada followed by a walking tour of the Albayzin, the old Muslim quarter of Granada, where we’ll find lunch and enjoy time to explore it’s ancient winding streets.
A short late afternoon bus ride will take us to the House/Museum of Frederico Garcia Lorca. Considered one of the greatest poets of Spain, García Lorca achieved international recognition as an emblematic member of Spain’s avant-garde. He published poetry collections including Canciones (Songs) and Romancero Gitano (translated as Gypsy Ballads, 1928), his best known book of poetry. His second play Mariana Pineda, with stage settings by Dali, opened to great acclaim in Barcelona in 1927. He was murdered at the beginning of the Spanish Civil War by persons likely affiliated with the Nationalist cause. He is thought to be one of the many victims who 'disappeared' during those years of upheaval.
Dinner at our hotel.
Stay: Granada
April 18: Coast/Ronda (Sunday)
Today we say goodbye to Granada and enjoy a scenic drive along the Costa tropical then along the exquisite Costa del Sol as we make our way to the dramatic beauty of the white hill town of Ronda.
We’ll find lunch along the way and arrive in Ronda in time to meet a local guide for a walking tour of this unique city.
An evening dinner at our hotel.
Stay: Ronda
April 19: Ronda (Monday)
Today we make an excursion to the Pileta Cave which features the oldest cave paintings in all of Europe.
After returning to Ronda, we’ll sample regional food and wine for lunch.
Free afternoon to explore Ronda or rest at the hotel followed by a group gathering and dinner.
Stay: Ronda
April 20: Sevilla (Tuesday)
Tour the Seville Cathedral and the Alcazar in the heart of the old city. Then, well head North of the cathedral, up Calle Sierpes and into Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter where we’ll find lunch.
A free afternoon will allow you to enjoy the Feria de Abril in Sevilla, a once-a-year extravaganza of Southern Spanish culture. We’re blessed to be in Sevilla during the Fair.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy a Flamenco Show with dinner
Stay: Sevilla
April 21: Sevilla (Wednesday)
Following breakfast, you are free to explore the fair, rest, shop or simply enjoy Sevilla. Following lunch, you will enjoy an optional afternoon which could include the bullfighting museum or you may continue your exploration of the Feria de Abril.
In the evening, we’ll be led through Sevilla on a “tapas tour,” discovering the history and tastes of this unique Spanish tradition.
Stay: Sevilla
April 22: Sevilla (Thursday)
Following breakfast and morning prayer, we’ll tour the “Bellas Artes” Art Museum after which you are free to find lunch and enjoy the “Feria de Abril” on your own
A farewell gathering and dinner will provide an appropriate ending to this life-changing journey.
Stay: Sevilla
April 23: (Friday)
Fly home from Sevilla
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