activities: Slow Travel Experiences in Andalusia

Cadiz province is full of history and culture. There are tons of possible activities you can do while you are here. We cover everyone in our guide. Some examples are:

1.  Full day Andalucía Alma Jerez Experience: A mix between horse dancing show, flamenco show and typical Andalusian lunch.
2. Flamenco show in Bodegón A Contratiempo
3. Private walking guided tour of Sanlúcar de Barrameda
4. Visit the Barrio Alto and Castle of Santiago
5.  Get to know the most iconic events all year long, like the "feria" with the typical dresses and dances, "Semana Santa" (Easter) with the glorious processions, "El Rocío" with the pilgrims singing and dancing, the horse races at the beach during the summer in Sanlúcar, etc...

If you have a passion for wine, century-old wineries, and exploring vineyards while discovering local producers, you'll find this destination irresistible.

1. Visit and tasting in manzanilla wineries (Sanlúcar) - Bodegas Barbadillo, Bodegas Hidalgo-La Gitana, etc.
2. Sherry wine and brandy route (Jerez de la Frontera) - visits to González Byass (Tío Pepe), Lustau, Fundador, etc.
3. Wine pairing experience Manzanilla + local products (Sanlúcar, El Puerto de Santa María)
4. Visit to the Wine and Manzanilla Museum (Sanlúcar)
5. Visit to the "El Cuadrado" vineyard of “La Gitana” winery.
6. Tapas route in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Jerez or Cádiz.
7. Spanish cooking classes. 

There are also a lot of outdoors activities, from birdwatching to kayaking, here are some examples:

1. Boat trip and visit to the Doñana National Park (Sanlúcar)
2. Horseback riding on the beach of Doñana or through vineyards (Sanlúcar/Jerez)
3. Hiking in the Natural Park of Grazalema - routes like El Pinsapar or Salto del Cabrero
4. Birdwatching in Bonanza and Doñana (Sanlúcar)
5. Climbing to the viewpoint Salto del Cabrero (Grazalema)
6. Beach and water sports (paddle surf, kayaking, rowing) in Playa de la Calzada and Bajo de Guía (Sanlúcar)
7. Bike or e-bike route through vineyards and marshes (Sanlúcar/Jerez)
8. Kayak routes on the Guadalquivir river (Sanlúcar)

Even if you stay in the charming town of Sanlúcar, you’ll find that there are a multitude of exciting day trips available to you, whether you prefer to travel by bus or by car. 

1. Full day in Cadiz - stroll through the historic center, Caleta beach, central market, tapas.
2. Route of the White Villages - Arcos de la Frontera, Grazalema, Ubrique
3. Visit to Vejer de la Frontera - old town + afternoon at the beach of El Palmar
4. Day in Jerez de la Frontera - wineries + Royal Equestrian School + historic center
5. Excursion to Doñana (Huelva area) - 4x4 safari or visit to the Acebuche (visitor center)
6. Visit to Medina Sidonia - another beautiful white village less touristic

These day trips from Sanlúcar provide the perfect opportunity to explore the rich cultural and natural diversity of Andalusia.