Marbella & Mijas private full day trip with hotel pick-up

Marbella & Mijas private full day trip with hotel pick-up

Overview

Experience the Costa del Sol in comfort with a Marbella & Mijas private full day trip with hotel pick-up, designed for travelers who want culture, scenery, and free time without the rush. This easy-paced day pairs the elegance of Marbella with the traditional charm of Mijas Pueblo, all with the personalized attention of a private guide.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with a convenient hotel pick-up on the western side of the Costa del Sol, then a smooth drive to Marbella. You will explore the city’s first green spot, then dive into the Old Town’s narrow streets, historic squares, and layers of Moorish and Castilian heritage while your guide shares stories, legends, and key facts.

After enjoying Marbella’s leafy promenades, coastal atmosphere, and the open-air Dali sculpture display along Mar Avenue, you will have free time for lunch. In the afternoon, the tour shifts to the whitewashed lanes of Mijas Pueblo, where you will discover iconic local sights like the Taxi Donkeys, viewpoints over the sea, and a mix of chapels, churches, museums, and craft traditions before returning to your hotel.

✨ Highlights

• 🏨 Enjoy a seamless day with hotel pick-up and drop-off on the western Costa del Sol
• 🌿 Explore Marbella’s first green spot and stroll through its atmospheric Old Town
• 🧱 See remnants of Arab walls and learn the stories behind Marbella’s historic landmarks
• 🗿 Walk Mar Avenue and Alameda Park, featuring a permanent bronze statue exhibition by Salvador Dali
• ⚓ Admire Marbella’s seaport and promenade while learning about local culture and traditions
• 🤍 Discover Mijas Pueblo’s whitewashed streets, flowerpots, and classic Andalusian village vibe
• 🌊 Take in stunning sea views from Mijas, including a botanical garden promenade

📍 Itinerary

Pick-up, Your driver collects you at the set time and place on the western side of the Costa del Sol.

Marbella, Visit the city’s first green spot, then continue into the Old Town. Walk the narrow streets and main square, and see key civil buildings including Town Hall and the Mayor House, both built in the 16th century. Visit the 17th century church, and see hermitages from the 16th and 17th centuries, niches, and the remains of the Arab walls while hearing stories and legends from your guide.

Alameda Park and Mar Avenue, Enjoy a relaxed walk through Alameda Park and along Mar Avenue, where a permanent exhibition of bronze statues by Salvador Dali is displayed.

Seaport and promenade, Admire the seaport and its lovely promenade, and learn about local culture and traditions.

Free time for lunch, After touring Marbella, you will have time for lunch.

Mijas Pueblo, Begin your afternoon visit with a stroll through the village streets and see sights such as the Taxi Donkeys. Stop at the chapel of the Virgin of the Rock while listening to stories and important facts from your local guide. Pass by Constitution Square and remains of the Moorish wall, then climb a little to visit the main church, the Immaculate Conception. Enjoy a promenade by the botanical garden with stunning sea views.

Commercial street and heritage stops, Finish by wandering along the commercial street where the 17th century San Sebastian Hermitage is located, passing the old craft museum and the Contemporary Art museum. You will also have time to do shopping.

Drop-off, Return to your hotel at the end of the visit.

✅ What’s Included

• Private full-day tour (8 hours)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (western side of the Costa del Sol)
• Private guide
• Private driver

❌ Exclusions

• Lunch
• Regional wine tasting fees (if taken, at own expense)

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 8 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Pick-up location: Set time and place on the western side of the Costa del Sol, with hotel drop-off included
• Pacing: A guided walking experience in Marbella and Mijas Pueblo, with free time for lunch and shopping
• Extra costs: Lunch and any optional wine tasting are at your own expense

📌 Ready to Explore Two Icons of the Costa del Sol?

Book your Marbella & Mijas private full day trip with hotel pick-up for a relaxed, guided day that blends Marbella’s seaside elegance with the whitewashed charm of Mijas Pueblo. If you are looking for a private tour in Marbella with time to shop, dine, and take in the views, this itinerary keeps everything smooth, personal, and stress-free.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the tour?
This experience lasts 8 hours. It is planned as a full-day outing with time for guided visits plus free time for lunch and shopping.

2) Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?
Yes, the difficulty is rated EASY. Expect guided walking in Marbella and Mijas Pueblo at a comfortable pace.

3) What will I see in Marbella during the tour?
On the Marbella & Mijas private full day trip with hotel pick-up, you will explore Marbella’s first green spot and the Old Town, including Orange Square and historic buildings like the Town Hall and Mayor House. You will also walk Alameda Park and Mar Avenue to see the Salvador Dali bronze statues, then visit the seaport promenade.

4) What will I see in Mijas Pueblo?
You will stroll through whitewashed streets and see highlights such as the Taxi Donkeys, the chapel of the Virgin of the Rock, Constitution Square, and the remains of the Moorish wall. The visit also includes the main church, the Immaculate Conception, plus a botanical garden promenade with sea views.

5) Are lunch and wine tasting included?
Lunch is not included, and you will have free time to choose where to eat. Any regional wine tasting is at your own expense.