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Caminito del Rey with Pickup from Malaga City

4.9 · 828 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Malaga Operated by Viajes Pareja Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
6h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
German, English
Start & pickup
09:25, 11:10 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The straightforward coach version of the Caminito del Rey from Malaga city: about 6h 30m with an air-conditioned bus, admission and a guide working in English and German for €59 per person.

Less personal than the small-group runs, but the logistics are handled and the price is fair.

Best for: Admission, helmet and a premium coach from Malaga city at the lowest price in this collection: €59 per person, with 4.86 from 828 reviews, the biggest base here. Caminito del Rey comparison

Trade-off: A full coach, not a small group.

In our comparison: #7 of 23 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 1, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
9:25 AM from MálagaThe page priceGerman, English€59
11:10AM From Málaga -EnglishEnglishCaminito del Rey Couch€59

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • English and German guide
  • Meeting point pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • At the beginning of the hike
  • Entry ticket to Caminito del Rey
  • Lunch

Reviews

4.9
828 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 808 of 828

Star breakdown of all 828 ratings

5 stars
747 · 90%
4 stars
61 · 7%
3 stars
11 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
8 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the gorge views and organised transport, but faulty audio equipment can make the commentary hard to hear.

Praised

  • Views of the gorge from elevated walkways and bridges
  • Friendly, knowledgeable guides explaining the history of the route
  • Clear pickup points and smooth organisation from departure to return
  • Comfortable coaches and careful driving on winding roads
  • Reassuring guides helping nervous walkers cope with heights

Complaints

  • Some hear the commentary clearly, while others report faulty headsets or microphones
  • Some enjoy the relaxed pace, while others find the group too slow
  • Some find the walk easy, while others find the stairs and heat physically demanding

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 November 2025 to 26 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The pickup point address is Avenida de Andalucía, 12, 29007 Málaga, Spain. Wait in front of the UniCaja Bank for a Bus with "PAREJA" written on the side. Arrive 10 minutes before pickup time. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:25, 11:10 on Wed, Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Viajes Pareja Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Walking sticks, drones, and umbrellas are not allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers afraid of heights, with vertigo or altitude sickness

Children

  • Kids younger than 8 years old cannot access Caminito del Rey.
  • Bring your personal Identification. Kids +8 years must bring their original Identification or Family Book to check their age

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age 8+ minimum age to join

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #7 of 23€596h 30m4.86 (828)shared
Canyoning Rio Verde from Nerja€858h4.98 (329)shared
White Villages Tour in the Nerja area: Small-Group Tour and Lunch€856h 30m4.99 (145)shared
Via Ferrata Caminito del Rey€65 per group4h4.97 (76)private

Ranked #7 of 23 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €6 to €500, median €85; typical length 7h. 9 of 23 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 23 Day Trips

From €59 per adult · 9:25 AM from Málaga