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title: Caminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del Sol
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/malaga/tours/caminito-del-rey-day-trip-from-costa-del-sol/
type: tour
city: Malaga
country: Spain
price: 68
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.69
reviews: 503
duration_minutes: 420
duration_max_minutes: 540
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: true
guidekin_pick: Pickups along the coast
rank_in_category: 23 of 25 (Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-12
data_updated: 2026-09-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/caminito-del-rey-day-trip-from-costa-del-sol/
---

# Caminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del Sol

**Guidekin's take:** A Caminito del Rey day trip that collects from Malaga and Costa del Sol pickup points, with the admission ticket and an air-conditioned coach for €68 per person. A solid pick if you are staying outside Malaga city and do not want to drive to the gorge yourself.

## Overview

Discover the Caminito del Rey with the comfort and security of an organized experience from the Costa del Sol. Our tour includes convenient transportation from Málaga and selected pickup points, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey.

Travel in a comfortable coach while our professional guides share the fascinating history of the Caminito del Rey, once known as one of the most dangerous walkways in the world and now fully restored for a safe and unforgettable adventure.

During the 7.7 km route, you will walk along spectacular cliffside paths, cross hanging footbridges, and admire breathtaking views of the Gaitanes Gorge and the surrounding natural landscape.

Our experienced guides accompany you throughout the experience, providing interesting insights about the area and ensuring you enjoy this iconic Andalusian attraction safely and comfortably.

## Key facts

- Price: from €68 per person
- Duration: 7h–9h
- Rating: 4.69/5 from 503 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Visitanddo.com

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuengirola centro | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: P.º Jesús Santos Rein, 6, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga, Spain |
| Benalmadena Plaza Solymar | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: Av. Antonio Machado, 23, 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain |
| Torremolinos Bajondillo | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: Oficina de Turismo Torremolinos Bajondillo - Playamar, Pl. de las Comunidades Autónomas, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain |
| Torremolinos Centro | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: Av. Palma de Mallorca, 15, 29620 Málaga, Spain |
| Málaga Centro Av. Andalucia 10 | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: Avda Andalucía (Unicaja), Centro, 29007 Málaga, Province of Málaga, Spain |
| Benalmádena Los Maites | €68 / person | Spanish, English | Starting point: Los Maites V, 29630 Benalmádena, Province of Málaga, Spain |

## What's included

- Caminito del Rey Admission Ticket
- Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Food and drinks

## Itinerary

1. **Malaga** (5m) - We will pick you up in the centre of Malaga to go to the Caminito del Rey.
2. **Ardales** (30m) - Stop for breakfast and to see the white village of Ardales.
3. **El Pantano De Guadalhorce (ardales)** (5m) - You will start walking by the restaurant "Kiosko" located near the entrance of the Caminito del Rey.
4. **Caminito del Rey** (4h; admission included) - Long tunnel of Ardales Tafonis Tunnel Gaitanejo Power Station The chocolate staircase The King's Bridge in the Tajo de las Palomas Valley of El Hoyo Glass viewpoint in the Gran Gaitan canyon Suspension bridge in the Gaitanes Gorge
5. **El Chorro** (30m) - Views from the Chorro reservoir

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 30 start times between 06:20 and 14:35
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Fuengirola - Antigua Oficina Turismo Fuengirola en Pº Jesús Santos Rein 6 a 150m de Fuengirola Train Station

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No se admiten menores de 7 años.
- No se permiten paraguas
- No se permiten bastones para caminar
- No recomendable si padeces vértigo

## How it compares in Day Trips

Ranked **#23 of 25** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

Alternatives worth comparing:

1. [Canyoning Rio Verde from Nerja](https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/canyoning-rio-verde-from-nerja/?format=md) — €85 per person, 4.98 (326)
2. [White Villages Tour in the Nerja area: Small-Group Tour and Lunch](https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/white-villages-tour-in-the-nerja-area-small-group-tour-and-lunch/?format=md) — €85 per person, 4.99 (143)
3. [Semi Private Tour to the Alhambra from Nerja](https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/semi-private-tour-to-the-alhambra-from-nerja/?format=md) — €175 per person, 4.98 (98)

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