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Yes. In 2012, we open every day, from Monday to Sunday, from the 1st of February to the 5th of August and from the 27th of August to the 7th December including national holidays.
We offer three tours daily. There are two short tours of approximately 3 hours; one in the morning and one in the afternoon. There is also the possibility to go on longer tour of approximately 6 hours, which starts in the morning and includes lunch plus an additional visit to a special viewpoint.
The pick up and return times are from and back to your hotel and may vary according to location.
The commentary, visits and the olive oil tasting are the same in all the tours.
In addition the 6 hour tour, will take you into the Lecrin Valley, well known for its beautiful countryside, covered in orange and lemon trees. Here you will stop at a viewpoint from which you can enjoy the sight of these fragrant trees as well as the glimmering Beznar lake. This view point is also attractive because of its own particular appearance which will surely surprise and delight you.
This is followed by lunch in a typical Andalusian restaurant where you will be served delicious local seasonal specialties. This is a three course meal of a starter, main course, dessert, bread, wine and coffee.
In addition the 6 hour tour, will take you into the Lecrin Valley, well known for its beautiful countryside, covered in orange and lemon trees. Here you will stop at a viewpoint from which you can enjoy the sight of these fragrant trees as well as the glimmering Beznar lake. This view point is also attractive because of its own particular appearance which will surely surprise and delight you.
This is followed by lunch in a typical Andalusian restaurant where you will be served delicious local seasonal specialties. This is a three course meal of a starter, main course, dessert, bread, wine and coffee.
The 3 hour tours cost 38 Euros per person (VAT included). For children between 6 and 14 years old, the cost is 28,50 Euros (VAT included). Children younger than 6 years old are free of charge.
The 6 hour tour including lunch costs 55 Euros per person (VAT included). For children between 6 and 14 years old, the cost is 41 Euros (VAT included). Children younger than 6 years old are free of charge.
It is also possible to add an extra wine tasting to any of the tours. This consists of a selection of 4 Andalusian wines with Serrano ham from Trévelez and goat cheese from the Alpujarra region. This option has an extra cost of 15 Euros per person. (Available to adults only).
2010 prices per person
The 6 hour tour including lunch costs 55 Euros per person (VAT included). For children between 6 and 14 years old, the cost is 41 Euros (VAT included). Children younger than 6 years old are free of charge.
It is also possible to add an extra wine tasting to any of the tours. This consists of a selection of 4 Andalusian wines with Serrano ham from Trévelez and goat cheese from the Alpujarra region. This option has an extra cost of 15 Euros per person. (Available to adults only).
2010 prices per person
Yes, all the tours include an olive oil tasting, without any additional cost.
You can book by sending us an e-mail at: reservas@oliveoiltour.com
or calling the following phone numbers: (+34) 958 559 643 or (+34) 651 147 504
Please don’t forget to tell us:
1. The date (or available dates if you are staying several days) on which you wish to do the tour
2. Choose a tour option: 3h morning tour, 3 hour afternoon tour or 6 hour morning tour with lunch.
3. The number of adults/children and/or infants you wish to book on the tour.
4. If there is a child, his/her age.
5. Your pickup point (if you already know the hotel where you are going to stay).
6. If possible, a personal contact telephone number.
You can pay on the same day of the tour, in cash, or with credit card, VISA or MASTERCARD.
Yes. Pick up and return is included from locations in Granada city, its surroundings or if you are staying in the Lecrin Valley, Lanjarón, Salobreña and Almuñécar.
We can pick you up depending of the number of passengers in your group, and/or if there are other people wanting to join the tour from the same area. If this is not possible we can help you to find transport to come to the tour. This service will include a fee to cover any additional cost.
The 3 hour tour takes place in Nigüelas and its surroundings. Nigüelas is located in the Lecrin Valley, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, between the Tropical Coast and the city of Granada, close to the Alpujarras.
The tour starts in Nigüelas (post code 18657), and GPS coordinates: If you come from Granada, take the A-44 in the direction to Motril. Take the exit # 157 (NIGUELAS – DURCAL) and follow the signs to the village of Nigüelas. At the entrance of the village, on your left, there is a big free parking place where you can park your car and meet our guide. It is very important to book in advance in order to do the tour, so our guide will be able to meet you in the car park. If you are using your own transport without prior arrangement with us it may be not possible to organize a tour for you.
Once you leave Granada, and join the A44 motorway, it takes around 20-25 minutes.
Once you leave Malaga, it takes around 1h30 minutes.
Once you leave Malaga, it takes around 1h30 minutes.
13. After the tour we have to go to the train station, to the bus station or to the airport, could you drop us there?
In most cases, we can leave you at a different point from your pickup point in Granada: for instance, in the city center (Plaza Nueva), at the train station or bus station. Please, let us know when you make your booking, so that our driver can organize the return route. Granada’s airport is located at around 25-30 minutes out of the city. If you wish we can help you organise transport to take you directly to the airport after the tour. You may leave your luggage in the minibus during the tour.
14. We would like to take the tour which includes lunch, but we are vegetarian, or we have special dietary requirements, could you prepare something special for us?
Yes, the restaurant offers typical Andalusian food including vegetarian options. If you have any special dietary requirements please advise us at the time of booking so that we can order according to your needs.
Yes, if you travel with a baby or a small child, please tell us in advance so we can prepare the seat appropriate for his/her age.
No. At the beginning of the tour, in the olive groves, we walk approximately 100 meters (around 330 feet). The path is surfaced, flat and easy to walk on. Later in the tour, we walk very small distances (less than 50 meters (around 150 feet)). The tour is quite relaxed, so you’ll be able to rest after the long walks you may have done visiting Granada’s center and the Alhambra.
There are two situations to take into account. First, the transport in the minibus: it is possible for a person who can stand on his/her feet to come into the van, but the minivan is not adapted for someone who must stay in his/her own wheelchair. Then in the XV century oil mill, there is a high step of 25 centimeters (around 10 inches), which makes it unaccessible for wheelchairs. If the person can stand on his/her feet and walk about 20 or 30 meters (65-100 feet), then there is no problem.
The time outdoors during each of the tours in the olive groves is just 10-15 minutes. For the occasional shower an umbrella or a rainproof jacket is enough. On the very rare occasion that it might rain heavily, you can stay inside the minivan where your guide will provide the commentary on this part of the tour. This also applies for the stop at the view point on the 6 hour tour.
No. You can come as you please. In the olive groves we walk on an asphalted path, so you don’t dirty your shoes. But remember not to forget your camera!!!
It is not always possible to know in advance the number of people who will apply to join the tour. In general, we work with small groups between 4-8 people. Sometimes it even happens to be a very personalized tour for a minimum of 2 people. In high season, the groups can get up to 12-15 persons. Apart from this, we also organize private visits for student or company groups. For more information about groups please go to groups
No, there are no age restrictions to going on the Olive Oil Tour. You are all welcome!