Beyond Mijas: Discover the Real Andalucía & Taste Local Olive Oil
Discover Andalucía beyond the usual Costa del Sol. Explore Mijas Pueblo’s whitewashed streets, viewpoints and historic sights before heading into the countryside to discover La Baltazara, a historic Andalusian estate, enjoy a traditional menú del día and visit a local olive mill for a guided experience and tasting. A relaxed private day combining local life, food, culture and traditions.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel or accommodation In Malaga
- Your Andalusian experience begins with pickup directly from your hotel or accommodation. Sit back and enjoy the journey as we head towards the mountains and the beautiful white village of Mijas Pueblo. Pickup time will be arranged according to your location so we can aim to arrive in Mijas around 9:00–9:30 AM.
Mijas Pueblo
We’ll begin with time for a relaxed coffee or optional breakfast before exploring one of Andalucía’s most beautiful white villages. Wander through its narrow streets, viewpoints and local shops while discovering places such as the historic centre, Town Hall, local museums, church and traditional bullring. There’s no rush — we’ll explore at a comfortable pace with plenty of time for photos, shopping and spontaneous stops.
Alhaurín el Grande & La Baltazara
Leaving the busy Costa del Sol behind, we’ll head into the countryside to Alhaurín el Grande and visit La Baltazara, a beautiful historic country estate surrounded by gardens and traditional Andalusian architecture. Once home to the celebrated Spanish soprano María Barrientos, today it offers a peaceful glimpse into the area’s history and culture. We’ll have time to explore the house and gardens before continuing into town for a traditional local lunch.
Traditional Andalusian Lunch
Time to eat like the locals. We’ll stop at a traditional restaurant where you can enjoy a typical menú del día, usually offering a choice of freshly prepared starters, main courses and dessert or coffee. Rather than a tourist restaurant, the idea is to experience the relaxed lunchtime culture of everyday Andalucía. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price.
Traditional Olive Mill & Tasting
Discover one of Andalucía’s most important traditions with a guided visit to a local olive mill. Learn how olives are transformed into extra virgin olive oil, discover what makes a quality oil and finish with a tasting experience. The exact mill may vary depending on availability, allowing us to select the best experience for your tour date
Return
After the olive mill, we’ll begin our journey back to your hotel or accommodation. If time allows and you’d like one last coffee before heading back, we can make a final relaxed stop along the way.
Ending Point
Hotel/Accommodation in Malaga
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Private guiding and hosting throughout the day
-Guided exploration of Mijas Pueblo
-Guided olive mill experience
-Flexible itinerary and pace adapted to your group
Transportation
-Hotel/accommodation pickup and drop-off within the designated Costa del Sol pickup area
-Private transportation throughout the tour
-All transportation costs, including fuel, tolls, and parking
-Private minibus with a professional driver for groups of 9–15 guests
Food & Drinks
-Morning coffee in Mijas Pueblo
-Olive oil tasting
-Local wine tasting when offered as part of the olive mill experience
Entrance Fees
-Entrance to the Mijas Historical-Ethnological Museum (Old Town Hall)
-Entrance to the Carromato de Max Miniature Museum
-Entrance to La Baltazara in Alhaurín el Grande
-Breakfast or additional food and drinks during the morning coffee stop
-Traditional menú del día lunch — typically around €15–€25 per person, depending on the restaurant and your choices
-Any additional optional attractions not listed as included
-Personal shopping, souvenirs, olive oil, wine or other products you choose to purchase
Tour Important Information
*This is a private and flexible tour, so the itinerary and pace can be adapted to your interests.
*Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as Mijas Pueblo has slopes, steps and cobbled streets.
*Lunch, coffee, drinks and personal purchases are not included in the tour price.
*Please let me know in advance about any food allergies or dietary requirements.
*The olive mill visit and olive oil tasting are included. The exact mill may vary depending on availability.
*Please let me know in advance if you have reduced mobility or any other requirements so I can adapt the day where possible.
*Hotel pickup and drop-off are included within the designated pickup area. Other locations may be possible upon request.
*The order and timing of stops may vary slightly to provide the best experience on the day.
*Children are welcome. Please let me know their ages in advance so appropriate transport arrangements can be made.
Important message from the supplier
All my tours are private and flexible. I’m happy to adapt the itinerary, pace and stops to your interests, or create a completely custom day for you. Private transportation can be arranged when required. If you have something special in mind, just send me a message and we can plan it together.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Daniel S.
Hello, I’m Daniel, a British private guide, local host and co-founder of Unseen Adventours, based in Málaga, Andalucía.
For me, a private tour should never feel like a rushed checklist of famous places. It should feel relaxed, personal and created around you. Before we meet, I take the time to understand your interests, preferred pace and what would make your visit genuinely memorable. Whether you love history, traditional villages, dramatic landscapes, local food, walking or simply discovering places away from the crowds, I can shape the experience around you.
I offer personalized experiences across Málaga, Marbella, Ojén, Mijas, Ronda, the white villages and wider Andalucía. You can book me for a few hours, a complete day or ask me to help plan a longer journey. I am especially experienced in looking after families, couples, small groups and multigenerational travelers who value flexibility and personal attention.
Having led private journeys through both Scotland and southern Spain, I understand that excellent guiding involves much more than sharing information. It means adjusting when plans change, finding the right pace for every guest, helping with practical details and being someone you can depend on throughout the experience.
My style is friendly, informal and attentive. There are no rehearsed speeches or rigid schedules. We can stop when something catches your attention, spend longer somewhere you love and change the plan when a better opportunity appears.
I speak English and work in both English- and Spanish-speaking environments. Where specialist accredited guides, licensed transportation or advance reservations are required, I can help coordinate the appropriate trusted professionals.
Tell me what you enjoy, who you are travelling with and how you want your time in Andalucía to feel. Together, we can create a private experience that is truly yours—not simply another standard tour.
$870/ per group
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