Excursion Hiking the stunning caminito del rey with tapas tour at Malaga

Hike Caminito del Rey

Leave the pier by coach and in 75 minutes reach the fascinating landscape of the "Caminito del Rey". The Caminito del Rey has an itinerary that will lead you across the heart of Desfiladero de los Gaitanes (Gaitanes Ravine). The gorge is famous for the walkway - not for the faint hearted which hangs 100m above the base of the gorge. The past provided access to a hydro-electric system and took its name from an official visit by Alfonso XIII of Spain in 1921.  The gorge runs from the outlet of the "Embalse del Gaitanejo" to "El Chorro". There are two extremely narrow sections at each end of the gorge with a wider bowl in-between. In addition to the re-furbished walkway, the old Malaga-Cordoba railway line runs through the gorge in a set of tunnels and bridges. The gorge features prominently as a place of escape and refuge for the main characters played by Stephen Boyd and Brigitte Bardot in the 1958 movie "The Night Heaven Fell". The railway and sections of the Caminito were used in the final location shots of the 1965 adventure film Von Ryan's Express.

Discover the remote landscape on foot and learn curious facts about railroad pioneers and the electricity production from you guide.

Tapas

After a 3h30 walk surrounded by nature, you will enjoy a tapas tasting with drinks at the end of the route. The setting for your refreshment is an old flour factory built in 1827 in the Gaitanes Gorge.

Reservation note:  Please note that tickets are not refundable .                                                                                                               

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Stunning Views, El Chorro Gorge, Gorge of the Gaitanes, Tapas Reservation note: Entrance tickets are not guaranteed. If Silversea manage to get group tickets for the suitable entrance time (usually 2-3 months before the call), the waitlisted bookings will be cleared following the order of the reservation date. A message will be e-mailed to all waitlisted Silversea Guests to notify the confirmation of their booking and the departure time.

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity (Approx. 8 km and 325 steps) and it is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair or guests with fear of heights. Lightweight comfortable clothing, and flat, closed-toe walking shoes are recommended. Please bring a rain jacket as in case of rain there is no place to take shelter and umbrellas are not allowed in the path. Walking sticks are not allowed in the path. Expect lower temperatures than in Malaga. Guests must be at least 8 years old in order to participate. There are no bathrooms along the paths. Only at the entrance and exit. It is mandatory to wear the safety equipment that will be provided at the entrance such as a protective helmet.