1. Historic sites
Jaen Cathedral is the city’s main monument and a jewel of the Andalusian Renaissance, but Jaen is full of monuments, archaeological sites and historical places to discover.
2. Olive oil
Around 65 million olive trees produce 25% of the world’s olive oil. Jaen is the world capital of this essential product of the kitchen, so here you will taste the best oils you can imagine.
3. Flora and fauna
Jaen has four natural parks that compete in beauty. In Cazorla deer, fallow deer and mouflon are easy to spot. In Andujar the star of the show is the Iberian lynx.
Jaen is a destination for those seeking to combine tranquillity with history and nature.
Jaen belongs to the Eastern Andalusian culture, where the protohistory is manifested in fantastic sites of the Iberian culture and where you can discover some unique monumental sites. The countless fortresses of Jaen bear witness to almost 300 years of frontier between Muslims and Christians. You will discover the impregnable castles that crown strategic points and characterise the Jaén landscape. Enjoy the history with one of the private tours in Jaen that we propose below.
Renaissance art
The cities of Ubeda and Baeza have been declared World Heritage Sites by the UNESO. Renaissance and Baroque art acquire a special dimension here.
Its castles
Jaen is considered by many to be the European region with the most castles. The fortresses will tell you about the history of the Christian-Muslim border and epic battles during the Middle Ages.
Cazorla
In this natural park with its deep valleys, fauna and water are abundant. You will be delighted by lush, damp forests, but also by the largest karst plateau in Spain.
Oleotourism
Jaen is considered the ``world capital of olive oil``. You will be able to taste exquisite olive oils, especially of the picual variety, which have their roots in the millenary culture of the Mediterranean.
Waterfalls
With 4 natural parks in Jaen you can't miss spectacular waterfalls and waterfalls. If you visit in winter it is possible to find some of them completely frozen.
To be discovered
Jaen is a city less known to tourists, but it is a true inland capital. Just by strolling through its streets you can perceive the grandeur of its monuments and illustrious buildings.Explore the possibilities
Explore our guided tours in Jaen and learn about the characteristics of each one of them: duration, timetable, transport alternatives, places visited, what is included, what is not,… we are sure you will find something interesting.
Check availability
Most of our activities can be booked and confirmed in real time, however in some cases we have to check availability beforehand. To do so, fill in the form and you will receive your answer within a few hours.
Confirm your experience
Once you have made the payment you will receive a confirmation and all the details of your booking. On the day of the visit our local guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point indicated in the confirmation email. If you have any questions, we are here to help you.
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions.
Here you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about our private tours in Jaen.
Who are you behind all this?
Behind all this we are Mikael and Jose and a lot of good people and great professionals (local guides, mountain guides, heritage interpreters, artists, craftsmen and other collaborators) who make this exciting project possible. Visit our “About us“ page to find out more about us.
Are you going to show us the real Jaen or just the most touristy sights?
Our priority is to show you the authenticity and genuineness of each destination in Andalusia.
We also understand that there are cases when a monument or a neighbourhood is touristy and there is a good reason for it. In such cases you may not want to miss it.What is included?
Within each of the guided tours you will find a section indicating what is included and what is not included in each experience. If you still have any questions, please contact us and we will answer them immediately.
Can we start at a different time than indicated in the booking widget?
Normally our guided tours have a specific starting time as they are designed and coordinated with the opening hours of monuments or places visited during the tour.
If you prefer to start at a different time we recommend you to contact us and we will do our best to adapt to your preferences.Can you pick us up at the accommodation?
The pick-up service from the accommodation is only included in our excursions. If you are going on a private tour and would like the guide to pick you up directly from the hotel or flat where you are staying, there is an additional cost. Remember to indicate this during the booking process.
Is the price high?
As you may have noticed, we do not offer free tours. Our commitment is focused on offering you an exclusive and quality service through a private tour where a local, accredited and highly qualified guide will be accompanying you and will show you without haste the most outstanding and genuine of the destination you are visiting.
Do minors also pay?
There are different prices depending on the age of the children. Children under the age of 3 are free of charge, youngsters between 4 and 15 years old have a reduced price and those over 15 years old are considered adults.
What is this about the ecological quota?
We collaborate with various non-profit associations dedicated to the reforestation and replanting of natural areas in Andalusia. When you sign up for one of our experiences you are contributing an ecological fee equivalent to the purchase of a one year old plant. This contribution is invested in the purchase of seedlings, seeds and working material. The associations are in charge of reforesting and nurturing our future forests. Learn more about the project in this link.
Is it necessary to print a voucher or receipt?
Although it is compulsory to show the booking voucher you have received by email, it is not necessary to bring the printed voucher with you. In fact we prefer that you display it in digital format therefore contributing to the care of the environment.
Is there a return option?
Most of our private tours in Jaen can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours in advance.
If it is an activity that includes the purchase of entrance tickets, for example to monuments, there is a cancellation fee and we will be able to recover these amounts already paid in advance.
You can check our cancellation policy HERE.Still in doubt?
If you still have any questions about our private tours in Jaen you can contact us by phone or email. You can also consult our general FAQ section HERE.
Live Jaen
“It was not nothingness,
nor money, nor the lord that raised them,
but the silent earth,
work and sweat”.
Miguel Hernández (Spanish poet on the olive trees of Jaen), ‘Aceitunero’.
Jaen is full of surprising places
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Trips and experiences in Jaen with a sustainable soul
Did you know that by booking any of our private tours in Jaen you are offsetting your carbon footprint and helping to reforest damaged natural areas?
For each guided tour we donate a small ecological fee to non-profit associations, so that they can continue their magnificent work of reforestation. Thank you for contributing to a greener Andalusia.