The best 10-day Andalucia itinerary to see all the highlights of Southern Spain.
I recall how challenging it was to create my own Andalucia itinerary for just 10 days. I’d been reading Lonely Planet and blogs, but there was no way it could all be covered in 10 days! However much time it took, I did end up with an incredible itinerary that took me to all the places I wanted to see, while still having time for other activities (climbing, in my case). Keep reading to find the best 10-day Andalucia itinerary!
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About Andalucia
Andalucía, in the south of Spain, is a culturally, historically, and naturally diverse area. Renowned for its Moorish architecture, its flamenco music, its white villages, and its sunbaked Mediterranean coastline, it is a destination for everyone. Its cities, Seville, Granada, Córdoba, and Málaga, possess internationally renowned attractions such as the Alhambra and the Gothic Mezquita. From the beaches of Costa del Sol to the summit of the Sierra Nevada, Andalucía is a blend of tradition and diversity that is one of the most interesting parts of Spain.
Planning your 10-day Andalucia road trip itinerary
The best time to visit Andalucia
Even though Andalucia is usually a very nice place to go all year round, there are best times to go, regarding weather, festivals, tourists, and so on.
I would recommend visiting Andalucia anytime from April to June or September to November. I would not advise staying in the summer months of July and August, as the temperature may rise up to 46°c (unless you are planning to lie on the beach for 10 days. Then the summer months are perfect for you).
In winter, Andalucia is also a great place to stay, but just know that it can get cold and many restaurants and tourist attractions will be closed.
When I visited Andalucia for the entire month of March, I was so unlucky with the weather! In March 2025, Andalucia was hit by no less than three storms. With cities like Malaga flooding, it was pretty chaotic. Due to climate change, visiting Andalucia is not as safe an option as it used to be, but still, from spring to fall, the risk of bad weather should be minimal.
Getting to Andalucia
Getting to Andalucia is easy. With several airports in the area, usually the best cities to fly into are Seville and Malaga. Especially European flights to these cities are often on the cheap side.
This itinerary starts in Seville and ends in Malaga. For this reason, you may want to book separate flights. However, it is easy to get back to Seville from Malaga, if you booked a return flight from Seville, or the other way around.
Rental car or public transport for this 10-day Andalucia itinerary?
In Andalucia I highly recommend renting a car. The roads are pretty good and safe. Driving there is easy and gives to lots of flexibility as well as freedom to explore wherever you like.
Public transport is only good between the bigger cities, in my opinion. But as this itinerary also includes smaller towns, renting a car is the best option.
If you choose to rent a car, I highly recommend using DiscoverCars. They will give you great, honest prices and the best coverage!
The best Andalucia itinerary for 10 days
For this itinerary, it’s best to fly into Seville and depart from Malaga. It is also possible to plan the itinerary in the opposite direction, starting from Malaga and ending in Seville. Want to depart from the same city you fly into? No problem, make sure to leave enough time at the end of your itinerary to drive back to the airport!
Here’s a quick overview of the itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival – Seville
Day 2: Seville
Day 3: Seville – Córdoba
Day 4: Cordóba – Ronda & The White Villages (+ a blue village hidden gem)
Day 5: Ronda
Day 6: Ronda – Caminito Del Rey – Antequera
Day 7: Antequera – Malaga
Day 8: Malaga
Day 9: Day trip options
Day 10: Depart from Malaga or drive back to Seville
Now, let’s dive in!
Andalucia itinerary for 10 days
Day 1: Arrival – Seville
On the first day, you’ll arrive in the beautiful city of Seville! I always recommend taking a morning flight if possible, so you have plenty of time to pick up your rental car, check into your accommodation, and do a little bit of exploring. From the airport it’s only a 15-minute drive to the city.
Ps. I will recommend several excellent hotels in this itinerary, and I’ve made sure that they all have parking possibilities, so you don’t have to worry about parking your car in cities.
Seville is one of the most incredible cities in all of Spain! It’s hard to explain exactly what it is that makes this city so great. For me, it was the feeling that it gave me. This lovely charm of the city made me feel special to be there.
That feeling, combined with all the beautiful architecture, culture, history, and the famous Flamenco, made my trip to Seville incredibly enjoyable!
When in Seville, you have to make sure to:
- Explore the Real Alcázar of Seville
- Admire Plaza de España
- Visit the Cathedral & La Giralda
- Watch an iconic Flamenco Show
- Drink and eat all the Sangria and Tapas that the city offers!
Best places to stay in Seville (2 nights)
Luxury – Only YOU Hotel Sevilla
Budget – Casona de San Andrés Boutique Hotel
Apartment/family – Apartamentos Sevilla Centro
Day 2: Seville
Yes, you get to spend a whole 2nd day in Seville! On the first day, you were busy with some of the practical stuff, but on the 2nd day, you can do anything you like! Visiting the main attractions, finding the best terraces in town, following a cooking class, or a wine tour through the city…
Whatever you choose to do, the day is all yours!
I do recommend booking one of these tours, to get to know the city better and learn something new:
- Seville: Cathedral, Giralda, and Royal Alcázar Guided Tour
- Seville: Live Flamenco Dancing Show Ticket at the Theater
- Seville: Tapas, Taverns and History Guided Walking Tour
- Seville: Highlights City Bike or E-Bike Tour
- Seville: 3.5-Hour Spanish Cooking Class & Triana Market Tour
Day 3: Seville – Córdoba
On the 3rd day it’s time to leave Seville and drive to the next destination!
But first… Breakfast. Make sure to sit down in one of the cute cafés in Seville or stay in your hotel for a delicious breakfast. The drive to the next destination will be about 2 hours, so keep that in mind with your planning.
I recommend starting the drive to Córdoba around 11 am, so you’ll be able to sit down for lunch right before checking into your next accommodation.
After checking in, it’s time to explore Córdoba!
I’m struggling to find words to describe this city and my love for it. Córdoba is simply amazing. Being a tad smaller than Seville gives it a more authentic feeling. Known as the Andalucian city of flowers, Córdoba is filled with colorful patios, where once a year, there’s even a competition about which patio is the most beautiful!
Some activities you cannot miss out on in Córdoba are:
- Visiting the impressive Mezquita Cathedral de Córdoba
- Taking a stroll through the Jewish Quarter
- Going back in time at Casa Andalusi
- Admiring the beautiful floral patios
- Walking the Roman Bridge (it’s magical during twilight!)
- Getting lost in the gardens of Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos
Best places to stay in Córdoba (1 night)
Luxury – NH Collection Amistad Córdoba
Budget – Hotel Oasis
Family/apartment – Apartamentos Casa del Aceite
Day 4: Cordóba – Ronda & The White Villages (+ a blue village hidden gem)
The 4th day on this itinerary is going to be quite active. Because after finishing your breakfast in the morning, it’s time to get going.
I highly recommend doing a little self-guided tour through several villages. But firstly, be prepared to drive for 2 hours from Córdoba to Setenil de Las Bodegas, the first white village.
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White villages
Let me explain a little about the white villages in Andalucia. The Pueblos Blancos, or White Villages, in Andalucia are known for their beautiful locations in a natural setting. These villages are often on mountaintops and have steep, narrow roads.
The houses in these villages were originally painted white to keep them cool from the sun. Throughout the years, many villages now have bylaws that require the buildings to be kept white.
These iconic villages are often tiny and perfect to combine visiting several in a day.
Setenil de las Bodegas
The first village I recommend visiting it definitely Setenil de Las Bodegas. I had no idea of its existence, until I ran into a British man who was living in Andalucia for over 11 years! He gave me so many recommendations, I’ll be sharing more of them in this itinerary. But the first recommendation was Setenil de Las Bodegas.
The first thing I heard about this village is that some Americans were so impressed that the Spanish placed a massive rock over the houses to keep them cool. And I’m sorry to break it to them, but the rock was there first.
The Spanish built their houses underneath the rock because it is so practical, temperature-wise. They never expected it to be so unique that people from all over the world would want to see it for themselves. Setenil de las Bodegas is one of the most unique white villages and one of the most significant places I’ve ever visited! Even though it was raining cats and dogs, I loved exploring the hidden corners under the rock to stay dry.
I would advise leaving Córdoba around 10 am, so you arrive in Setenil de Las Bodegas at 12 pm. You can easily spend around 2-3 hours here before moving on to the next village.
Zahara de la Sierra
The next white village you have to visit is Zahara de la Sierra. It’s about a 45-minute drive from Setenil de las Bodegas to Zahara de la Sierra, so make sure to leave Setenil de las Bodegas no later than 3 pm.
Known as the white village with the steepest streets, Zahara de la Sierra is a gem you don’t want to miss. With the beautiful villages and squares, you’ll have your camera glued to your face. The nicest thing about these villages is that most tourists overlook them, so usually it’s quite empty besides the locals (one village more than the other).
You should spend about 2-3 hours exploring Zahara de la Sierra, before moving to Ronda.
The drive to Ronda is another 40 minutes, so you’ll probably arrive there somewhere in between 7 pm and 9 pm (perfectly in time for a Spanish dinner!). You can choose to check into your accommodation before or after having dinner, whatever is best for you!
It was a full day, so just relax now and enjoy a quiet evening in Ronda. You’ll have plenty of time to explore this town on the next day.
Best places to stay in Ronda (2 nights)
Luxury – Arriadh Hotel
Budget – Yanes Bed And Breakfast Ronda
Family/apartment – Lewis&Peter Apartments Los Remedios
Day 5: Ronda (+ a blue village hidden gem)
There is nothing better than waking up in a picture-perfect town like Ronda; one of Spain’s oldest towns! Most people visit this town on day trips, so you’ll find that it’ll be pretty calm in the mornings and evenings.
Take your morning slow and enjoy a nice, long breakfast! You’ll have the entire day in Ronda to explore the town and optionally drive out to my favorite hidden gem.
When exploring Ronda, make sure to:
- Admire the iconis Puente Nuevo
- Go back in time at Palacio Mondragón
- Enjoy the view from Casa Museu don Bosco
- Dare to walk the Desfiladero del Tajo gorge walk
- Walk the city walls
- Visit Baños Arabes (Arab Baths)
Ronda itself is not that big and can easily be explored in half a day.
Júzcar (blue town)
Remember that British guy I told you about? The one with all the recommendations?
Well, he also recommended a true hidden gem that I think people should know about. It’s a town called Júzcar. Unlike the white towns in the area, Júzcar is entirely blue! Often people call it the Smurf Village, because of the bright colors and the Smurfs living in these houses. Nope, just kidding, but you will find incredible Smurf murals and statues.
Visiting Júzcar would take a few hours of your day; the drive there is 30 minutes, and you’ll need an hour or two to explore the beautiful village. I highly recommend taking the trip there, as you’ll be completely fascinated by all the blue!
You can end the day again with a nice dinner in Ronda and spend the night there again.
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Day 6: Ronda – Caminito Del Rey – Antequera
One of the most famous places in Andalucia is the Caminito Del Rey (translated as ‘’The King’s Little Path’’). It used to be the most dangerous walkway in the world, used by the workers of the Hydroelectric Power Station in El Chorro, from the early 20th century. This walkway has its name from King Alfonso 13th, who officially opened this work by walking the entire walkway in 1921.
After several accidents and damages, a significant portion of the walkway was lost, but it has now been rebuilt in a way that is entirely safe for visitors. You’ll still be able to see parts of the old walkway and imagine how dangerous that was.
One super-duper important thing for visiting the Caminito Del Rey is that you need to reserve your tickets a few weeks in advance! There used to be available spots for exploring the walkway on your own, but now (in 2025), only guided tours are available. I was a bit hesitant about following a tour here, but it was super interesting, funny, and interactive! I found the information really helpful in getting to know the place better and imagining what it used to be like.
A ticket costs €18 euros person, and you can reserve a time slot for your visit. I highly recommend visiting around lunchtime. The drive there from Ronda is about an hour, and the guided tour through the Caminito Del Rey will take about 4 hours (it’s about 8 kilometers).
Antequera
After your walk through Caminito Del Rey, You should drive to the next town, where you will sleep as well: Antequera. This is another white village that is quite hidden from tourists.
You will likely arrive in Antequera during dinner time, so I recommend checking into your accommodation and then going out to dinner to one of my favorite restaurants: Mesón Coso Viejo or Saborio del Hagebuche. In both restaurants, you will find the most amazing Tuna Tartare, Red Tuna Steak, and Octopus.
Enjoy a nice long dinner with some wine and look back on a wonderful day!
Best places to stay in Antequera (1 night)
Luxury – Parador de Antequera
Budget – Hotel Infante Antequera
Family/apartment – Hotel Apartamentos Antequera
Day 7: Antequera – Malaga
One of my own favorite hidden gems in Spain, is the town of Antequera (often called El Corazón de Andalucía: “The Heart of Andalusia”). I can’t put my finger on what it is that makes this town so charming. It seems to attract the culturally curious quietly, and once you’re there, you’ll understand why.
Antequera is simply magical. And I’m telling you that from a rainy-day perspective too; yes, I did happen to visit there on a rainy day (it was pouring!). But despite the weather, this quaint little white town left a mark on my heart. From the scent of orange trees (and rain) to the mysterious Dolmens and breathtaking mountain views, Antequera is definitely worth a visit.
In the morning, I highly recommend exploring a little bit of Antequera. First have some breakfast (I loved the breakfast menu at Loulu Bistró), then check out and start exploring!
Some activities that you cannot miss out on are:
- Climb up to the Alcazaba de Antequera for amazing views
- And find more views at Mirador de las Almenillas
- Visit one of the 33 churches (like Iglesia de Santa Maria de Jesus, Real Colegiata de Santa Maria la Mayor, or Parroquia San Sebastian)
- Explore the historic Dolmens (Dolmen de Viera and Dolmen de Menga) and the beautiful museum accompanying them
- Admire La Peña de los Enamorados (also known as ‘’Lover’s Rock), that has the shape of a face
- Find unique structures at El Torcal de Antequera
Just don’t hurry in Antequera and allow this town to steal your heart.
Whatever you choose to do, keep in mind that later on the day (I recommend around 4 pm), you still have an hour’s drive to Malaga.
When arriving in Malaga, you can check in right away and have dinner in the old city center; there are plenty of great places there!
Where to stay in Malaga (3 nights)
Luxury – Gran Hotel Miramar GL
Budget – Hotel Plaza Del Castillo
Family/apartment – Apartamentos Málaga Premium
Day 8: Malaga
Waking up in Malaga is just magical. For the first time in this itinerary, you get to feel the wonderful sea breeze, while enjoying the cozy old town. After breakfast, you simply have to explore the city!
Make sure to:
- Explore the old town and admire the Malaga Cathedral
- Get lost in the Alcazaba and Castillo de Gibralfaro
- Buy some local products at the Atarazanas market
- Take a walk through Malaga at night: it’s another world!
- Dine at Bodega El Pimpi (make reservations though!)
- Lounge at Playa de la Malagueta
You can chillingly spend the entire day in Malaga. If you want to see everything, please do so, but if you need some rest from the busy previous days, make sure to get in some rest!
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Day 9: Day trip options
On day 9, nothing is planned. You can explore more of Malaga, lie on the beach, or make a short or longer trip to another place. I will give you some day trip options that I would do while staying in Malaga:
Granada
Granada makes a perfect day trip from Málaga, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning views. In just a few hours, you can explore the world-famous Alhambra, stroll through the charming Albaicín district, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada.
It’s a vibrant city rich in Moorish heritage, only 1.5–2 hours away. For those wanting a deeper cultural experience beyond the coast, Granada delivers unforgettable beauty and atmosphere in a single day.
Optional: From Malaga: Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra
Marbella
Marbella is the perfect day trip from Málaga for sunshine, style, and seafront charm. Just under an hour away, it offers golden beaches, lively marina at Puerto Banús, and a beautiful old town of whitewashed buildings and orange tree-lined plazas. Whether you want to bask in the sun at the sea, browse designer shops, or enjoy tapas in a pretty setting, Marbella combines sophistication and Andalusian welcome in one convenient coastal break.
Nerja + Frigiliana
From Málaga, a day trip to Nerja and Frigiliana offers the ideal balance of the coast and the countryside. Explore the breathtaking beaches and well-known prehistoric caves in Nerja first, then travel to nearby Frigiliana, one of Spain’s most picturesque white villages, known for its charming locals, narrow cobbled streets, and views of the mountains. This combination, which is only an hour from Málaga, offers leisure, culture, and scenic beauty all in one day that will never be forgotten.
Optional: From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
Mijas
Mijas is a lovely and easy day outing from Málaga, just 30 minutes away. The whitewashed hill town is famous for its stunning views over the Costa del Sol, cobbled streets, and peaceful, authentic Andalusian mood. Stroll through craft shops, visit the little bullring, or enjoy tapas with a view. With culture, relaxation, or a scenic escape, Mijas is a blend of tradition and loveliness in a half-day or full-day excursion.
Malaga sailing tour
If you’re looking for a relaxing day, staying in Malaga, you can still go on a small trip… Onto the water! With lots of sailing tours available, there must be one that suits your needs. Is it dolphins you’re looking for, or just a beautiful sunset on the water with a Spanish wine in your hand? Whatever it is, make sure to check out these wonderful tours:
Day 10: Depart from Malaga or drive back to Seville
Oh no, is it the last day already? Time flew by with this itinerary, but you’ll have many amazing memories and photos to take you back to Andalucia.
I recommend taking a late afternoon flight, to make the best of your day. You can still relax a bit, or make the drive back to Seville. You can also depart from Malaga, just make sure that you tell the car rental that, before picking up the car in the beginning.
I hope you enjoyed every single place in this amazing 10-day itinerary for Andalucia, and you’ll be going home with priceless memories…
Final thoughts on this Andalucia itinerary for 10 days
I hope you enjoyed every single place in this amazing 10-day itinerary for Andalucia, and you’ll be going home with priceless memories…
What’s your favorite place in Spain? Let me know in the comments below!
Happy travels!
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