Most people go to the Costa del Sol with just one thing in mind - the beach. But if you get bored of the beach (or if the wife is still working on the tan when you turned red days ago), you're going to need other diversions. The Costa del Sol is poorly served by public transport, so if you're going to explore and you don't have access to a car, these guided tours are your best bet.
These tours each depart from various hotels along the coast. Click on the link to find out exactly where the pick-up points are.
The historic town of Ronda, built over El Tajo gorge, is one of the highlights of Andalusia and is within easy reach of the Costa del Sol. It is difficult to get to by public transport (and its a pretty scary drive if you go it alone) so an organized tour is ideal. The tour takes ten hours and includes some free time in the town.
A full day out in Seville, the capital of the region of Andalusia. Take a guided tour of the city, including entrance to the famous cathedral. As packed a day as you could have, this tour leaves very early in the morning, guaranteeing you your money's worth. Seville deserves more than a day's visit, but if you're pressed for time this tour is ideal.
For many, the Moorish fortress of the Alhambra is the highlight of Spain, let alone Andalusia. This tour picks you up in the morning and gives you a full guided tour of the palace and gardens of the Alhambra before giving you a little free time to explore by yourself.
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Nice, short (and therefore cheap) trip to the pretty whitewashed town of Mijas. A little touristy, but if you aren't going to get another chance to see a traditional Spanish village, seize this opportunity.
Gibraltar is a bit of an oddity: a British enclave in Spain that feels like Britain would have done 40 years ago (albeit with better weather). It is also the home to the only wild monkeys in Europe. Gibraltar is not my favorite place in Spain, but it is an intriguing diversion if you have a day to spare.
