Day 1: Arrival - IZNÁJAR, ANDALUSIA

• Welcome to Finca in the heartland of Andalusia ! Enjoy your welcome drinks and some free time to settle in. Early evening you will have an opportunity to take a stroll around the charming whitewashed lakeside village of Iznájar, perched on the rocky outcrop, where you will enjoy a spectacular view of the “Lake of Andalusia”. Later in the evening dinner of contemporary Andalusian cuisine will be served by your hosts at the Finca.

Day 2: PRIEGO DE CÓRDOBA • After a leisurely breakfast, we will travel through an incredibly beautiful countryside of Sierra Subbetica Natural Park to visit the home of award-winning olive oil, Priego de Córdoba. We will taste different types of olive oil and learn about its uses, qualities and characteristics as well as the process of olive oil production. Priego de Córdoba gives its name to one of the nine Spanish olive oil Denominations of Origin approved by an official

regulatory body. Priego de Córdoba is also knows as the “Baroque Jewel” in Andalusia with its glorious Baroque architecture, national monuments and the stunning attractions and yet it is delightfully unspoilt. Following a gentle stroll in the narrow passageways of “Barrio de la Villa”, or the Arab Quarter, bedecked with a myriad of colourful flowers, we will stop at a typical Andalusian tapas bar for lunch. Back to the Finca, relax and attend your first hands-on cooking session followed by dinner.

Day 3: CÓRDOBA 

• After breakfast, we will travel through the delightful olive groves of the southern Campiña and the rich farmlands of the north to visit one of the world’s most magnificent architectural monuments, Mezquita (the Mosque-Cathedral) in Córdoba. We will learn about the history of different cultures - the Moors, Jews and Christians, who influenced this magical city.

balconies and walls are decorated with hanging pots of bright-coloured geraniums in summer. Have a cup of mint tea the Moroccan tea salon and then you are free to wonder around the World Heritage site, the Judería, or old Jewish quarter. Return to the Finca in the afternoon, refresh and into the kitchen for your second cooking session followed by dinner.

Day 4: ZUHEROS • . We will make our way to one of the most picturesque white villages in Andalusia, Zuheros. The town is lying in a gorge backed by masculine rock cliffs and it enjoys superb scenery across the dusty plains. It is a typical Arabic-Andalus with a Moorish castle built on and into the rock with 16th century church alongside. We can take a short hike through an unspoilt

countryside to enjoy spectacular views of the never-ending olive groves. You will also enjoy a hearty welcome at the renowned restaurant serving what they know best – the meat from the Subbética Mountain. Back to the Finca, rest and then into the kitchen for your third cooking session followed by dinner.

 Day 5: GRANADA

• The excursion to Granada to visit another World Heritage Site, the exquisite Moorish Alhambra Palace is the highlight of any visitors to Spain. An expert will guide you through the palace. You will have a chance to walk around the maze of narrow alleyways in the Albaicín district before taking a brief lunch break. We will have a chance to do some souvenir shopping before making our way back to the Finca to revitalize. Later in the evening, you

will enjoy an innovative dinner prepared by the hosts.

Day 6:  FREE DAY •The final day is at your leisure. You will be free to explore the countryside or whitewashed villages, to take an optional tour to do wine tasting, to participate in outdoor activities or just relax. In the late afternoon, you will enjoy a farewell cooking session followed by dinner.

Optional excursions: Montilla (fino tasting), Montefrío (home of award-winning cheese), Riofrío (ecological caviar), Malaga (Picasso museum)
Optional activities: Horse riding, hiking, walking, fishing, water sports at the lake of Iznajar

 Day 7: DEPARTURE

• After breakfast, farewell from us all at Finca Las Encinas in hopes that you will return to us in the future.

Hotel 3*:  description

The activity includes:
• 6 nights accommodation based on 2 people sharing
• Daily breakfast, lunches as listed and all dinners
• 4 hands-on cooking sessions
• Dinner include a bottle of wine per 2 people plus water
• Airport transfers and local transport, all escorted excursions, a recipe booklet and a special gift
• Local taxes

The activity does not include:
Flights, car hire, extra meals or lunches not listed, drinks and excursions/activities not listed in the itineraries, visas, travel insurance and personal expenses and gratitude