Costa del Sol Extended Stay
About the Trip
February 24–March 18, 2027 | 23 Days
Settle into southern Spain on this relaxed 23-day extended stay along the Costa del Sol, based in the seaside town of Benalmádena. After arriving in Málaga, make yourself at home at the Hotel Sunset Beach Club, your base for the duration of the journey. Included experiences include visiting the Picasso Museum, strolling through Málaga’s botanical gardens, enjoying a flamenco evening with tapas and a hands-on cooking experience at an organic vineyard in the Andalusian countryside. Between these highlights, time is yours to enjoy, whether you’re relaxing at the resort, exploring nearby coastal towns or simply settling into a comfortable daily rhythm. With an unrushed pace and beautiful surroundings, this Costa del Sol extended stay offers a rewarding and relaxed way to experience Spain.
Member Exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours.
- Plaza Premium Lounge pass†
- 25 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Organic Vineyard Cooking Experience
Travel into the Andalusian countryside for a relaxed, hands-on cooking experience at an organic vineyard. Learn to prepare traditional local dishes alongside a knowledgeable instructor, then sit down to enjoy a full meal with water, soft drinks and beer in a peaceful rural setting.
Package Includes:
- Return airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Malaga
- 21-night stay in first-class accommodation in Malaga
- Breakfast welcome package, 2 lunches, 2 dinners and 1 snack
- Land transportation via first-class motorcoach
- All bridge, ferry and road tolls
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking tour director throughout the first days of itinerary
- Local English-speaking guides
- Destination transfers
- CAA Host (Requires a minimum number of participants) for first few days of itinerary
Costa del Sol Extended Stay
Activity Level: Moderate. Settle in for 23 easygoing days in southern Spain, blending gentle cultural experiences with long, unhurried days at a seaside resort
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg on your overnight flight to Malaga.
Day 2
Benalmádena – Arrive in Málaga and transfer to the Hotel Sunset Beach Club. A breakfast pack will be waiting in your room upon arrival. Tonight, enjoy a buffet dinner at the hotel. (D)
Day 3
Benalmádena – Today, visit the Picasso Museum, a vibrant cultural landmark in the heart of Málaga. Set within a beautifully restored Andalusian palace, the museum showcases an extensive collection spanning Pablo Picasso’s creative life and offers insight into his enduring legacy. Lunch is included. Later, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the peaceful La Concepción Botanical Gardens. (L)
Day 4
Benalmádena – Spend the day at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a live flamenco performance where dance, guitar and song come together in a memorable cultural experience. A tapas dinner is included. (D)
Day 5
Benalmádena – Immerse yourself in a hands-on cooking session at a beautiful organic vineyard. You’ll craft authentic local dishes alongside an expert instructor, then sit down to a full farm-fresh meal paired with refreshing beverages in a serene countryside setting. Later, unwind and connect with fellow travellers during a relaxed afternoon reception at the resort. (L/S)
Day 6 - 22
Benalmádena – These days are yours to enjoy at your own pace. Explore the area, relax at the resort or simply savour the freedom to do as much or as little as you wish.
Day 23
Check out of the resort and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
L - Lunch | D - Dinner | S - Snack
Terms & Conditions
*All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Plaza Premium Lounge is based on one voucher per person and applies to departures from Canadian airports where applicable. Subject to availability.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊ CAA Travel Insurance, an Orion Travel Insurance product, is underwritten by Echelon Insurance. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2027. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. Deposit is non-refundable at the time of booking. Final payment is due 120 days before departure. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking.
Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg on your overnight flight to Malaga.
Day 2
Benalmádena
Arrive in Malaga and transfer to the Hotel Sunset Beach Club. A breakfast pack will be waiting in your room upon arrival. Tonight, enjoy a buffet dinner at the hotel. (D)
Day 3
Benalmádena
Today, visit the Picasso Museum, a vibrant cultural landmark in the heart of Málaga. Set within a beautifully restored Andalusian palace, the museum showcases an extensive collection spanning Pablo Picasso’s creative life and offers insight into his enduring legacy. Lunch is included. Later, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the peaceful La Concepción Botanical Gardens. (L)
Day 4
Benalmádena
Spend the day at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a live flamenco performance where dance, guitar and song come together in a memorable cultural experience. A tapas dinner is included. (D)
Day 5
Benalmádena
Immerse yourself in a hands-on cooking session at a beautiful organic vineyard. You’ll craft authentic local dishes alongside an expert instructor, then sit down to a full farm-fresh meal paired with refreshing beverages in a serene countryside setting. Later, unwind and connect with fellow travellers during a relaxed afternoon reception at the resort. (L/S)
Day 6 - 22
Benalmádena
These days are yours to enjoy at your own pace. Explore the area, relax at the resort or simply savour the freedom to do as much or as little as you wish.
Day 23
Check out of the resort and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
L - Lunch | D - Dinner | S - Snack