Spain 2019

After hopping on a Coach (our first real Coach Tour) we left lovely Lisbon and drove into Spain.

Caceres

First Stop - The Medieval town of Caceres

Sevilla

Next we stopped at a spot we'd been before - and loved - Sevilla!

Sevilla River Cruise

It was a beautiful afternoon, and I wanted a sit down so we hopped on a river boat!

The Alcazar

Used for several Game of Thrones sets (fifth season), the Alcazar was the reason we went to Sevilla the first time, and we loved it all over again the second!

The Streets of Sevilla

Walking around Sevilla brings a constant stream of photographic opportunities. Such a beautiful place.

La Cordoba

The township of Cordoba can trace its' heritage back past Roman times, and still retains much Moorish influence. We spent some time in the amazing Mezquita Cathedral, originally a Mosque, now a Cathedral - and very beautiful.

The Trip to Ronda

I hadn't heard of Ronda (unless that was what the Beach Boys were singing about?), but the drive there was very pretty!

Ronda

Another ancient settlement, Ronda is perched on the edge of a huge ravine - and the views are spectacular!

Ronda - Plaza de Toros

The oldest Bullring in Spain constructed solely in stone, the Plaza de Toros must be an amazing place when an event is in progress. The stadium seats only 5,000 people (one of the smallest capacities in Spain) but the ring itself is the largest.

The Trip to Marbella

Back in the Bus and we're off to famed Marbella, playground of the Rich and Famous!

Marbella

Fabulous Marbella! Home of the Rich and Famous! And half of the population of the U.K., it seemed..

The Trip to Granada

Another bus ride - destination - Granada!

Alhambra

Alhambra is am amazing place, an ancient fortress which has been very well maintained to give a glimpse of days gone.

Granada

A short drive from Alhambra, and we had an afternoon and overnight in Granada.

Granada Gypsy Dancers

We should have known better, but let ourselves get talked into going to little nightclub that featured genuine gypsy dancers.

Granada Night Views

After the Gypsy Dancers we were taken up into the hills above Granada in a rattly little bus along narrow cobblestone lanes.

The Trip to Toledo

Off to our last stop in Spain - Toledo

Toldeo

Our last stop before leaving the tour - Toledo