ACTIVITIESINTRODUCING LA ESPERANZA GRANADA
La Esperanza Granada is a magnificent Spanish mission-style hacienda
nestled among 11 acres of private flower gardens, organic fruit trees, and forests.
Just 30 minutes from Granada and 90 minutes from Malaga,
it is also a luxury resort and vacation rental villa with all services
and a concierge/manager and a housekeeping team on call.

A HACIENDAREIMAGINEDLa Esperanza is an authentic take on the traditional
hacienda, where every corner and experience has been
crafted wlth a personal touch.
Those who visit our magical home are given a special tasteof the traditional Andalucia lifestyle and design. Paying
homage to our neighbors, including the world-famous
Alhambra Palace, this project is a labour of love..
When we say there is nowhere like us, we really mean it.
Here we offer you a sampling of the incredible andmemorable experiences possible during your stay.
The list of our offerings is endless.

EXPERIENCES
We pride ourselves on our relationships with local experts
and we can also assist with the following activities:
Gastronomic dinners and traditional Spanish lunchesPrivate tours within Granada and Malaga province
Sommelier and Granada wine tastings
Exclusive flamenco shows and classes
Spa treatments
Mixology Nights
Spanish language tutorials
Cheese and vermouth tastings
Olive oil tastings

WELLNESS
Luisa, our bilingual spa therapist and holistic wellness expert, offers the following sessions at our spa
treatment room or solarium, or in the garden or in the privacy of your room :Body massage with aromatic natural oils
Dry body massage
Lymphatic drainage massage
Muscle therapy
Facial massage
Acupuncture
ReikiPilates mat sessionGASTRONOMIC EVENINGSAT LA ESPERANZA GRANADA
Our private chef, who has cooked for theKing of Spain, uses fresh local ingredients tocreate a beautiful dinner of Granadino foodas well as traditional Spanish dishes.

Guests can also select a menu of local
dishes as well as an a la carte menu that
includes a selection of pizzas andchildren's favorites.

He can also tailor the menu to dietary
preferences and personal requests.

STARGAZING SESSIONWITH OUR ASTRONOMERSFor an additional fee, enjoy the stargazing
evening with tapas and cava, or with anassortment of pizzas al fresco.
This experience is highly recommended byNational Geographic Traveler.

This is one of our favorite guest
experiences. Our astronomers set up oneof the world's largest portable telescopes
in our gardens or on the tennis court andregale guests with tales of new galaxies anddying stars with the use of a six-kilometer
laser pointer.

THE ULTIMATE FLAMENCOSHOW -- JUST FOR YOU"The flamenco experience at La
Esperanza Granada is more authentic
than any show in a theater or stage."- El Pais Newspaper, February 2022

One of Spain's top flamenco dancers will
perform just for you, together with abrilliant young male dancer and three gypsy
musicians. This flamenco performance in
our Alhambra-inspired courtyard is one of
the best evening experiences possible inAndalucia

PASSIONATE FLAMENCO
WITH GRANADINO SINGING"The flamenco experience at La
Esperanza Granada is more authentic
than any show in a theater or stage."- El Pais Newspaper, February 2022

A top-calibre flamenco dancer who has
performed for the Sultan of Bahrain andother Middle Eastern royalty will perform
solo her interpretation of flamencoaccompanied by a traditional guitarist and atalented gypsy singer. This flamenco
performance in our Alhambra-inspired
courtyard is one of the highlights of a stayat our hacienda.

PRIVATE CONCERTWITH ANDALUCIA'S
TOP MARIACHI BANDPLAYING OLD FAVORITESThis is a particular favorite ofour senior guests as well as our young
guests, who love to watch the mariachi
in action.

Although the mariachi is originally from
Mexico, it is a much-loved source ofentertainment in Andalucia.
La Esperanza Granada works with one of
the best mariachi bands in Spain who cometo the hacienda to serenade you with old
Spanish favorites in our courtyard that isperfect for accoustics.

PRIVATE CONCERTWITH ONE OF GRANADA'STOP SPANISH GUITARPERFORMERSThis is a particular favorite ofcouples celebrating special occasionsat La Esperanza Granada.

This is a most romantic evening experience.
Before or after dinner, one of the best
Spanish guitar players in Granada will
perform just for you an assortment ofwonderful classical guitar pieces.
The music enhances further the experienceof being in our beautiful hacienda.

THE LECRIN VALLEY & THE ALPUJARRASTHE LECRIN VALLEY& THE OLDEST OIL MILL IN GRANADA
Visit the towns of the Lecrin Valley and enjoy ashort and easy hike amidst spectacular nature.
You will also cross an amazing vintage bridge onfoot and trace the routes of the Arabs.
Try a local restaurantwith the best chuleton in Granada
for lunch, or enjoy a tranquil lunch
at a nearby winery.

On the return, visit an authentic olive oil mill tolearn how the famous Andalucia olive oil ismade.

SEE THE ALPUJARRAS:THE WILD WEST OF SPAIN

The Alpujarras is Spain's last frontier, where QueenIsabela the Catholic chased after the Moors after driving
them out of Granada.

In this region, you can sample cheeses
and visit a jamon factory, as well as artists' studios.
There is also a wonderful winery restaurant fora gourmet lunch of dishes inspired by theAlpujarras.

Aside enjoying from the beautiful nature, a visit to thisregion includes a stop at the spa town of Lanjaron for
handcrafted souvenirs and a visit to the picturesquewhite hill top towns.
Three villages in the Alpujarras have just been includedin the list of the most beautiful towns in Spain.

BARRANCO DE LUNAHIKING EXPERIENCE

Just by the exit gates of La Esperanza Granada are
the beginnings of a hiking trail into a mostsurrealistic nature world.
The hike takes about one hour down and one hour
up, and we recommend that only serious hikers or
those with experience undertake this. Their efforts
will be worth it as an amazing paradise awaits.

MEET THE LOCALS
Oftentimes a wonderful trip revolves around the people
you meet. At La Esperanza Granada, we offer you
opportunities to experience real Andalucia hospitality.
Our guests can visit the homes of couples and families whotrace their roots in Granada back many generations andenjoy a meal or an afternoon with them.
Learn about the real Spain via this most memorable way.
Advance arrangements required. Subject to schedule
availability.

THE ANDALUCIANHORSE RIDING EXPERIENCE
Visit a typical Andalucia white hill village
and ride horses through mountain trails andthrough the town.
The nearby ranch offers scenic mountain trails anda walk through the village.

We have capacity for four riders at a ranch ten
minutes away from La Esperanza Granada.

Meanwhile, an experience with our partner ranchin the Sierra Nevada can be combined with a visit
to this beautiful national park which isalso a ski resort from December to April.

Meanwhile, serious riders wishing for moreadventure can head to our partner ranch in theSierra Nevada mountains.

THE LECRIN VALLEY
BIKING EXPERIENCE

Spend a day discovering the towns ofthe Lecrin Valley and stop off at a localrestaurant for a typical lunch, before
returning to the hacienda.
The Lecrin Valley offers many biking
trails for everyone, from beginners toprofessionals.

The Lecrin Valley is a bicyclist's paradise. Many
locals from Granada spend the weekends in thevalley just to bike amidst this pristine
environment.
Our partners will deliver bicycles to the property
for your enjoyment at leisure.

RETAIL THERAPYAT NEVADA SHOPPING MALL
Nevada Shopping Mall is only twenty minutes
away from La Esperanza Granada, and it is thethird largest shopping center in Southern Europe.
We can arrange transfers toNevada Shopping Mall and also point
you in the direction of yourpreferences. Families wishing for ataste of food back home may bedelighted to find Five Guys andStarbucks here.

It has most of the major commercial clothing
brands as well as a wide variety of restaurants andshops selling everything from electronics to homedecor. After days in sightseeing, this may prove theperfect way to spend one free afternoon.

GRANADA CITYPRIVATE TOUROF THE ALHAMBRA
After the tour, you can enjoy a lunch of traditional Granadino
specialties with a twist at one of Granada's finest restaurants.
Our wonderful in-house photographer can also be hired
to document your family's visit to the Alhambra via
hundreds of professional images for download.

The Alhambra Palace can be visited invarious ways but we generally recommend amorning tour over three hours with our
excellent private guide, who will bring thisdramatic palace to life for you.

WALKING TOUROF GRANADA'S OLD CITYThis can be combined with the morning tourof the Alhambra Palace. Your guide can meet you
at your restaurant after lunch and take you to theOld City for your tour.
Or you can combine the Old City on another day
and then end the day with lunch at anotherexcellent local restaurant.

The romantic neighborhoods of Albayzin andSacramonte are best explored on foot. This way
you can observe the colorful life in the old quarters
and the intricate details of the architecture andGranada's Moorish past.
Our excellent guides are amazing storytellers
who will make you fall in love with Granada
as we have done.

TAPAS HOPPINGAT LOCAL RESTAURANTS

This experience can be combinedwith the morning tourof the Alhambra Palace, or with acity tour in the afternoon.

Granada is known for its tapas bars,and locals know exactly where to go to get the bestchoices. No one ever stays in just one bar. The fun
is in the variety.
So our guide will take you to four or five of his
favorite bars where each drink comes with the tapaof the day. At the end of it, you are full and you
realize that you've had lunch.

WONDERFUL DAYTRIPSBY PRIVATE TRANSFERS OR SELF-DRIVE

GO COASTALTO VISIT SOME PICTURESQUEOFF THE TOURIST TRACK TOWNSThis daytrip includes visits to four towns and astop for lunch at one of our favorite restaurants.
We also recommend trying the famous leche
rizada dessert after lunch, on the way back, andwe'll tell you exactly where to get this.
We can also arrange this visit with our in-house
photographer who can guide you and take lovely
photos of you as the best souvenir of the trip.

Head towards the sea to visit some of our favorite
little towns. Start off with the blue-and-white
Frigiliana, named one of the prettiest towns inSpain, and work your way towards Salobrena, acastle town with a great seafood restaurant righton the beach.

THE CAVES OF NERJA &THE CASTLE TOWN OF SALOBRENAThis wonderful daytrip includes a visit toNerja, where you can visit the famous Balconyof Europe and then enter the historic Nerja
Caves.
On the return, pass by the seaside town ofSalobrena for a visit to the castle and possibly
lunch on a restaurant right on a rock in thesea.

WALK & SHOPVISIT MALAGA & STOP OFF
AT PREMIUM OUTLET MALL
This visit can also be arranged at the beginningor end of your trip, if you are arriving at or
departing from Malaga Airport, or if you aredriving from or towards the direction ofMarbella or Cordoba.
We work with one of the best guides in the area.
Transfers can be arranged separately
and lunch is on your own account.

Our wonderful guide will meet you in Malaga, a
90-minute drive from La Esperanza Granada, toshow you the best of the Old Town.
After lunch at one of our favorite local restaurants,
get some shopping done at the McArthur GlenOutlet Mall before returning to the hotel.

VISIT RONDA &SETENIL DE LAS BODEGASThis tour includes roundtrip transfers
and a three-hour guided tour of Ronda
in the morning,
We can reserve a table for you at
one of our favorite restaurants,
and lunch is on your own account.

Our wonderful guide will meet you in the lovely
town of Ronda for a walking tour that will include
the famous New Bridge, the majestic bullfight ring(the 2nd oldest in Spain), and the best-preserved
Moorish baths in Spain.
After lunch at one of our favorite local restaurants,
your driver will take you to the amazing town ofSetenil de las Bodegas, which you can discover on
your own..

DRIVE TO CORDOBATO SEE THE WORLD-FAMOUS

MEZQUITAThis tour includes roundtrip transfers
and a guided tour of Cordoba
in the morning, if you wish.
We can also reserve a table for you at
one of our favorite restaurants.

Cordoba is about 2.45 hours away from La
Esperanza Granada. You can leave after an early
breakfast and reach Cordoba in time to visit theMezquita and walk around the Old Town,
with or without a guide.
After seeing enough of this small but beautiful
city, you can sit back and relax for the leisurely
drive back to the hotel.

EXPLORE JAEN, THE CITY
OF OLIVE OIL IN SPAIN

Optional activities include
a visit to the Roman Baths andlunch at the Parador of Jaen.
Make sure to take home a bottle ofthe best olive oil you can find.

This charming city is well worth a visit.
Stroll the streets in search of the best olive oiland then visit Jaen's Renaissance Cathedral,
where a cloth used to wipe the face of Christis stored behind the alter.
280 euros++ for a three-hour tour of Jaen
420 euros ++ for transfer (six hours)

CAVIAR TRIPPINGVISIT SPAIN'S ONLY ORGANICCAVIAR FARM FOR A TASTING

This gastronomic experiencecan be paired with a Granada only
cheese and wine pairing at one of
our partner restaurants on the return
trip to La Esperanza Granada.
*Swimming experience upon request.

Not too far away is Spain's only organic
caviar farm. You can tour the facilities andenjoy a tasting afterwards. The adventurous
can even try swimming in a caviar pool (byadvance reservation)

HOT AIR BALLOONEXPERIENCE
Drive to the Geopark of Granada to experience aterrain unlike anywhere else in Spain. Here youcan experience a hot air balloon ride over thedesert and possible see the majestic Alhambra ona fine day.
Transfers can be included and this experience canbe combined with a rally car driving experienceor a tapas bar hopping experience.

RALLYCAR DRIVING
IN SPAIN'S ONLY DESERT

Experience the thrills of a rally car drive along thedramatic desert region near Granada, along with aprofessional race car driver.
This adrenalin rush experience includes transfers.
Price upon request

LET IT SNOW!
ENJOY A DAY IN THE
SIERRA NEVADA SKI SLOPESThis is the southernmost ski resort of Europe, and
it is also a beautiful little village full of shops, cafes
and restaurants.
This daytrip is possible
during the winter season,
from December 1 to March 30of each year.

You can book ski lessons or ski passes for the day.
And if you don't ski, it's just fun to walk aroundthis winter wonderland and have lunch orafternoon tea on one of the restaurant terraces
with a view of the ski lifts.

PS: OUR PRIVATE VILLACAN BE YOURS
La Esperanza Granada can be hired for exclusive
use, whether for a private holiday or a special
event. Guests will have full run of the villa,
including its five hectares of prlvate parks' with abeautiful panoramic swimming pool and hot tub
overlooking the valley.
A full range of services is available including
private chefs, wellness therapists, flamencoteachers and babysitting services.