Looking for a walking holiday in Mijas?
Sprawled across a mountain slope some 1,475 feet (450 metres) above the Mediterranean Sea the white washed centre of Mijas Pueblo still has the look of an old Andalucian village. It’s set amid the impressive landscapes of the Sierra, which are rich in vegetation, only a quarter of an hour’s drive from the commercial excesses of the coast, but light years away in atmosphere.
The marble and limestone Sierra de Mijas is crossed with mountain valleys and has a variety of walking paths and routes with hidden beauty, views, and landscapes. Mijas has a folk museum of which its prime focus is Picasso’s ceramic works, of which 41 are on display, as well as some of his paintings and others by Dali and Miro. Picasso was born just down the road in Malaga, which also has a fine museum displaying his paintings. Malaga is easily accessible on public transport, or you could spend a day at the seaside in nearby Fuengirola.
Holiday Highlights
- Seven nights half board in Mijas staying at the TRH Mijas
- Cable car ride
- Three guided walks
- Local knowledgeable walking guides
- Flights included from your local airport
- Transfers included
Itinerary
DAY ONE – Arrival Day
Flight to Malaga, transfer to Mijas (30 minutes) and your hotel for seven nights half board accommodation.
DAY TWO – Walk 1
5 MILES – 400M ASCENT/DESCENT Mijas and the Sierra. Your first walk starts and finishes at the hotel, beginning with an introduction to Mijas itself, with its narrow alleys, broad squares, and the ‘Camino del Calvario’ a pilgrims’ path of the Way of the Cross up to the Hermitage (built-in 1710 as a refuge for Carmelite monks), situated on the side of the Sierra, from where there are superb views over the coast. Your route goes to the Mission Cross and through an abandoned marble quarry. The landscape varies as you go, offering firstly herbs and lavender, and then eucalyptus and pines. You re enter Mijas and head through the town back towards the hotel. Today’s walk is 5 miles, 400m of ascent/descent.
DAY THREE – Free day in resort
Free day in resort. Why not take a trip to nearby Malaga the birthplace of Picasso.
DAY FOUR – Walk 2
5 MILES – 350M ASCENT/DESCENT You will head northeast and visit the quarry near the hotel, if you are lucky, you will be able to see ibex and their young. After the quarry, before your decent back to your Mijas Hotel, following a path you can enjoy magnificent views towards Africa.
DAY FIVE – Free day in resort
Free day in resort . Why not spend a day at the seaside in nearby Fuengirola.
DAY SIX – Walk 3
5 MILES – 500M ASCENT Calamorro and the old path to Mijas. There will be a 20-minute transfer to start your walk near Benalmadena Pueblo, a pretty town in the hills. The trail follows a ridge – on a clear day you can see Gibraltar and Africa! Your destination is Calamorro, from where the cable car whisks you 3km back down the mountain to ‘civilization’! At the bottom there will be a further short, level walk (approx 30 minutes). Today’s walk is 5 miles, 500m ascent (descent by cable car).
DAY SEVEN – Free day in resort
Free day in resort.
DAY EIGHT Departure Day
Free time until departure for Malaga airport.
Accommodation
The TRH Mijas enjoys an excellent location at the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas mountains, close to the resort centre of Mijas, one of the most beautiful places in Andalucia. The hotel is set amidst palms and pines in the rolling landscapes of the Sierra. Built in an Andalucian style the hotel offers a buffet restaurant and bar as well as boasting panoramic views of the Costa del Sol from its outdoor pool and sun terrace area.
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Dates & Prices
| Depart | Return | Price | Offer | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Mar 2026 | 22 Mar 2026 | From £1249 to £1299 | Book Online | |
| 01 Nov 2026 | 08 Nov 2026 | From £1249 to £1299 | Book Online |