Though technically part of Andalusia and the Costa del Sol, Marbella is its own seaside entity, and has been the vacation destination of glamorous sun worshippers for decades. The area is home to stylish beach clubs, charming restaurants, excellent golf courses and world-class resorts.
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An ideal trip to Marbella will include plenty of poolside lounging, some authentic Spanish tapas and excellent spa treatments. Here is just one example of what our destination experts can create for you.
Marbella is all about taking it easy, lounging pool- or beachside with breaks for leisurely meals. For active travelers, Indagare can arrange a guided bike tour, which includes Marbella’s Old Town as well as more rigorous routes farther afield. A Wine & Tapas bike tour covers a bit of history along with Andalusian treats. For scuba divers, the coast of Costa del Sol features wrecks, reefs, underwater mountains and caves and several PADI-certified dive centers line the shore.
Enjoy a full day of yachting in the Mediterranean towards Gibraltar with Indagare’s preferred charter partner. Basic water toys and snorkeling equipment will be available on board, and larger water activities such as jet-skiing and wakeboarding are also available. You will have a lunch that includes a sushi platter, macaroons, sandwiches, and other snacks.
The Alhambra in Granada, an expansive ancient town built in the 13th century, is the biggest tourism attraction in Spain. (The drive time from Marbella is two hours each way.) In the other direction, Ronda is a small Andalusian town that straddles two sides of the Tajo del Ronda, a narrow gorge 500 feet deep. (The drive time from Ronda is one hour each way.)
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Finca Cortesin is a dream of a hotel—often considered Spain’s best—set in the hills above Marbella and less than a mile from the coastline.
This storied hotel opened in the 1950s as a private enclave for royalty and their hangers on. Today it remains one of Europe's most glamorous resorts, welcoming guests of myriad generations from around the globe.
Marbella and its surroundings are world-renowned for its excellent golfing opportunities. Top courses include those at Finca Cortesin, Marbella Club and in the residential community of Sotogrande. Indagare members can contact our Bookings Team for assistance booking tea times.
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Explore Marbella and its environs on a guided bike tour, which include seeing Marbella's Old Town as well as more rigorous routes farther afield. For an immersive experience, a Wine & Tapas bike tour covers a little bit of history...
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