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Ronda
is one of those towns that can be visited over and over again, each time offering
something different. We have visited Ronda by car several times but we thought
it was time to relax and examine one of the organised excursions from the coast.
We
joined Andalucian Tours on their coach and train ride to this white, hilltop town.
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The
luxury, air-conditioned coach collected us at around 9am on the sea front in Fuengirola.
The coach collects at various points along the coast. We had a dedicated guide
onboard who proved to be both educational and entertaining. The coach made its
way from San Pedro up the mountain road towards Ronda, offering breathtaking scenery
along the way, accompanied by an informative commentary from our guide.
Peter,
a satisfied customer is pictured below. 'A great day out' he says.
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After about 40
minutes we reach our first stop. Its at the leather factory (pictured left) just
outside Ronda and its a chance to stretch our legs, have a wander round the factory
shop and grab a coffee and a free sherry. Ronda is just 20 minutes round the corner. |
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| Pictured
right is Sandra playing hard to get in the bullring.
When
we arrive in Ronda we're dropped off within walking distance of all the monuments
and shops. We now have a comfortable four hours in the town; plenty of time to
see all the sights, a tour of the bullring, a bit of shopping and a nice, pleasant
lunch. We find that this is just enough time and we meet back at the coach. It
takes about five minutes to drive from here to the railway station where we are
dropped off to catch the train back to San Roque. The coach leaves us and will
be in San Roque, waiting for us when we get there. |
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The train journey
takes a couple of hours and passes through beautiful countryside. We pass through
villages that would not be visible by road. Watch for the paddy fields, storks
nesting on the pylons, cork drying yards and fields of cultivated turf.
Altogether
an interesting and very different journey. The
coach is waiting for us at San Roque train station. It then takes us back to our
starting point by early evening. We
thoroughly enjoyed the day out and the service that Andalucia Tours provided was
first class. This is by far the best way to visit Ronda. Contact them now and
take a look at the tours they offer. Credit
card bookings can also be made
Tel 0034 661 760 896
0034 661 760 897 |
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