Mulhacen Trail

Drive to the equestrian center located in Bubión, which is only 2 kilometers away from Capileira. We will begin by introducing the horses. Our journey will start by going up old bridle paths that will lead us to the captivating Barranco de la Sangre, while we ride through breathtaking landscapes and admire the stunning panorama of the Poqueira Valley in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park. This park has been designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. In front of us, we will have a view of the Lújar, Contraviesa, and Gádor mountain ranges. 

As we continue our ascent, we will follow a track that guides us towards Trevélez, offering us glimpses of the villages in the La Taha Valley. Along the way, we will enjoy a picnic. Throughout the ride, there will be opportunities for exhilarating gallops, providing us with magnificent panoramic views of the Sierra Contraviesa and the Mediterranean Sea. We will then descend to Trevélez using a bridle path and arrive in time to relax with some beers and tapas. Additionally, there will be a chance to visit some of Trevélez's famous ham drying houses, as it is renowned for its hams. This village holds the distinction of being the highest in Spain, situated at an altitude of 1,700 meters. Finally, we will have dinner at the hotel.

Riding: 5 hours

Overnight: Hotel La Fragua

We are going to journey towards the snow-covered mountains of the Sierra Nevada National Park. We will traverse the deep valleys where the melted snow flows and eventually arrive at the picturesque Siete Lagunas, situated at an elevation of 3,200 meters. There, we will enjoy a picnic at the base of Mulhacén, the highest peak on the peninsula, towering at 3,478 meters. Following a brief break, we will descend back to Trevélez, where we will spend the night and have dinner at the hotel.

Riding: 4,5 hours

Overnight: Hotel La Fragua

Our journey will begin by ascending a bridle path that offers picturesque views of the village of Trevelez. From there, we will continue along a track that leads us to the Bina Ravine. After a short distance, we will take the Sulayr path, which will guide us through oak woods and up to the summit of Loma del Jabalí. This vantage point provides breathtaking views of both the Trevélez and Guadalfeo valleys. 

We will then proceed to Las Alcubillas for a picnic, which is situated at an impressive altitude of 2,240m and offers a magnificent panoramic vista of the Sierra Contraviesa and Lújar foothills. On clear days, it is even possible to see all the way to Morocco across the Mediterranean. Continuing our ride, we will follow a track and bridle path that descends through pine woods, providing glimpses of the villages in the Poqueira Valley, until we reach Bubion. Our journey will conclude with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Capileira.

Riding: 5 hours

Overnight: Hotel Finca Los Llanos

After breakfast, transfer to the airport of Granada.