Hostal Caminito Del Rey

“A day in the mountains”

We visited caminito del rey on a recent visit to Spain. We booked it in the resort at Benalmedina 3 days prior. We were picked up by coach and taken to the destination. On arrival we were given hard hats and explicit instructions on the safety and the rules on entering the gauge. We were walked so… lisää

We visited caminito del rey on a recent visit to Spain. We booked it in the resort at Benalmedina 3 days prior. We were picked up by coach and taken to the destination. On arrival we were given hard hats and explicit instructions on the safety and the rules on entering the gauge. We were walked so far by a guide, but then were left to enjoy the walk at our pace. This is a spectacular walk, with a few difficult stretches and quite a number of steep steps. However the views throughout the walk are absolutely stunning, peaceful, and tranquillity. There was a suspension bridge, caves and a railway line running through the mountains, which was used to film Von Ryan's express. A brilliant day, well worth every penny.

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“Awe inspiring place to go..”

Caminito Del Ray or El Chorro. We booked through Elite excursions (Pasaje de Aguila) and went with a tour company called Visit & Daily Tours, from Benalmedina it took 2 hours until the first stop where we had a ‘typical Spanish breakfast’ which was included in the price. From there it was only 10 m… lisää

Caminito Del Ray or El Chorro. We booked through Elite excursions (Pasaje de Aguila) and went with a tour company called Visit & Daily Tours, from Benalmedina it took 2 hours until the first stop where we had a ‘typical Spanish breakfast’ which was included in the price. From there it was only 10 minutes further to the start of the walk. You walk for 2.5k to get to the actual start and then it’s a 5k walk around. You do have to wear helmets which the site provides. Taking a bag is no problem, cameras with a wrist strap would give piece of mind as the photos you want are all taken over a biiig drop! There are plenty of places that you can stop and have something to eat along the way if you want to take food with you but there are only toilets at the beginning and the end so hydrate but not too much! We went on a cloudy day in late May, waiting at the start was a bit chilly but then when you get going you get warm so we were glad we didn’t take jumpers.. Absolutely beautiful place, well worth the trip but it probably will take all day if done as a coach tour.

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“Why wouldn’t you stay here”

This place offers amazing value for money, although on a steep road we easily found parking on the road, the Hostal communicating with us was excellent. Entry to the hostel was simple. I’m not sure what makes this a hostel rather than a hotel other than there’s no reception. The room was very cle… lisää

This place offers amazing value for money, although on a steep road we easily found parking on the road, the Hostal communicating with us was excellent. Entry to the hostel was simple. I’m not sure what makes this a hostel rather than a hotel other than there’s no reception. The room was very clean, very large and very comfortable. So cheap

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“Very nice and exciting walk”

Who is in the area of Alora should definitely do this walk. It took us about an hour in the valley without rushing. Especially the end of the walk is super thrilling. Only drawback are the tickets. You have to get a ticket upfront as they only allow 50 people at a time to enter. As an alternati… lisää

Who is in the area of Alora should definitely do this walk. It took us about an hour in the valley without rushing. Especially the end of the walk is super thrilling. Only drawback are the tickets. You have to get a ticket upfront as they only allow 50 people at a time to enter. As an alternative you can get there early and try to get one of the about 50 tickets they sell at the entrance. The office opens at 9:30 but we suggest to be there a lot earlier to get a ticket. A must do in the area of Alora!

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