Eat Your Way Through Andalusia: Seville to Ronda
Seville is famous for its bitter oranges
Discover Andalusia through its flavour! From Seville’s sizzling tapas bars to Ronda’s sunlit vineyards, this 7-day journey celebrates the art of slow dining, local markets, and Moorish-inspired cuisine. A sensory escape through olive groves, white villages and rich culture.
Holiday Balance
An Andalusian itinerary with food at its heart
Culture (including Food): The heart of this trip! From bustling tapas bars and olive oil tastings to historic cities, Moorish architecture, and local traditions. Every meal tells a story of Andalusia’s layered history and passion for flavour.
Adventure: Scenic drives through olive groves, vineyard tours, and exploring mountain villages offer a touch of excitement and discovery.
Relaxation: Long lunches, sunset wine tastings, and peaceful stays in charming inns and countryside hotels bring plenty of downtime between indulgent experiences.
The Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive in Seville: Tapas & Tradition
Fly from the UK to Seville Airport (regular direct flights from major cities). Take a short taxi or bus into the city centre and check into your boutique hotel in Santa Cruz. Spend the afternoon exploring Seville’s historic heart — the Cathedral, Giralda Tower, and Real Alcázar — before your first taste of Andalusia: a tapas crawl through the Arenal district. Stop at family-run bars for jamón ibérico, espinacas con garbanzos, and a glass of local sherry.
You’ll find all kinds of delicacies walking the streets of Seville
Day 2 – Flavours of Seville
Start with a market tour and cooking class. Some options here! Enjoy your creations for lunch with a glass of manzanilla. In the afternoon, stroll along the Guadalquivir River or visit the Metropol Parasol for city views. Dinner at El Rinconcillo, Seville’s oldest tavern, followed by a flamenco show with Andalusian wine and dessert.
Day 3 – Olive Oil Country & Córdoba
Pick up a rental car and drive (1.5 hours) through rolling olive groves to Córdoba, stopping en route for an olive oil tasting at a traditional almazara (mill) near Écija. In Córdoba, check in to a charming inn near the Jewish Quarter and explore the Mezquita, one of Spain’s most striking monuments. Dinner in a flower-filled patio restaurant, sampling salmorejo cordobés and Montilla wine.
Day 4 – Market Morning & Drive to Ronda
Visit Córdoba’s Mercado Victoria for breakfast; local cheese, cured meats, and fresh pastries. Then, take a scenic 2-hour drive south through the Sierras Subbéticas to Ronda. Stop for lunch in Zahara de la Sierra, a whitewashed mountain village. Arrive in Ronda by late afternoon, check into a hotel overlooking the gorge, and enjoy sunset tapas with sweeping views of the Puente Nuevo.
The dramatic cliffs lining the mountain city of Ronda
Day 5 – Ronda’s Wine & Countryside
Spend the morning visiting one or two boutique vineyards in the Ronda highlands, where rich reds and floral whites thrive in the mountain air. Many wineries offer tastings paired with local goat cheese and olive oil. In the afternoon, stroll through Ronda’s cobbled old town, visit the Arab Baths, and relax at a local hammam. Dinner at a farm-to-table restaurant celebrating Andalusian produce. There are many day trips and wine tastings on offer in and around Ronda. Here are some highly rated ones from Expedia.
Day 6 – White Villages & Grazalema Cuisine
Take a day trip to the nearby Pueblos Blancos (White Villages) — Zahara, Grazalema, and Setenil de las Bodegas. These mountain towns offer rustic charm and hearty regional dishes like venison stew and payoyo cheese. Pack a picnic from a local market, or lunch at a rural venta overlooking olive valleys. Return to Ronda for a relaxed final dinner of modern Andalusian cuisine and local wine.
Andalusia is renowned for olive oil
Day 7 – Slow Morning & Return to Seville
Enjoy a final breakfast of churros and coffee before the 2-hour drive back to Seville Airport. If time allows, stop at a roadside bodega for one last tasting of Andalusian olive oil, wine, or pastries to take home.
How much does it cost?
Cost Overview (Per Person, 7 Days All-Inclusive) for a 7 day stay. This includes everything from flights, to other travel, food, activities and add-ons. These estimates will of course change with traveller preference!
Tight Budget: £850 to £1,100: Local guesthouses, tapas bars, self-guided tastings, small car hire.
Mid-Range: £1,200 to £1,700: Boutique hotels, guided food tours, winery visits, cooking class.
Luxury: £2,000 to 2,500 plus: 4–5★ hotels, private guides, fine dining, premium wine experiences.
When should I go?
A climate overview of Andalusia for foodies
Every season in Andalusia has its own delicious treats. Spring (March–May) bursts with fresh fruit and veg; wild asparagus, strawberries, and lively terrace dining under orange blossoms. Summer (June–August) brings warm nights, late dinners, and festivals where tapas and flamenco fill the streets. Autumn (September–November) is harvest time! Perfect for wine tastings, olive oil presses, and richer regional dishes. Winter (December–February) slows down beautifully, with cosy taverns, hearty stews, and fewer crowds to distract from the flavours.
