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Private Day Trips. Easy, Comfortable, and Fully Personalized

Private Day Trips from Malaga & Marbella Designed Around You

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 / 5 · +190 TripAdvisor reviews · Family-run in Mijas since 2012

Ronda, Granada, Gibraltar, Nerja and more — with a licensed local guide. 

No crowded buses. No rigid schedules. We pick you up at your hotel, cruise ship or apartment, plan the day around your interests, and bring you back relaxed — not exhausted.

Costa Excursions is a licensed private day tour operator based in Mijas, Costa del Sol, Spain.
Founded in 2012 by Peter Fischer & Thomas Liedtke.
4.9★ on TripAdvisor.

 

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Private Day Trips Designed Around You

Most of our guests aren’t looking for a typical tour. They want a relaxed, well-organized day without the stress of planning it themselves. That’s where we come in.

We pick you up at your hotel, take care of the details, and guide you through some of the most interesting places in Andalusia — at your pace, not ours.

No crowded buses. No rigid schedules. Just a comfortable, well-planned day with a local who knows exactly where to go.


What Your Day Looks Like

  

  • Pickup at your door — no taxi stress, no meeting points
  • Scenic drive through Andalusia — with photo stops on the way
  • Private guided visit — stories you won’t find in a guidebook
  • Lunch at a proper local spot — not a tourist trap
  • Relaxed return to your hotel — back in time for dinner


 

Popular Day Trips From Malaga & Marbella

 

4.9 / 5 from 175 TripAdvisor Reviews

  • star ratingOutstanding experiences  - Two outstanding private tours. Rhona with Thomas and Mijas with Peter. Both gentlemen are extremely knowledgeable, professional, personable, and just a pleasure to spend time with. Truly days to remember!

    avatar thumb Ed F
    31 March, 2026

    star ratingGreat day in Gibraltar  - Both of our guides were amazing. Thomas gave us great information coming and going to Gibraltar. Steven was wonderful too. He knew everything about the Rock. He made it... read more

    avatar thumb barbarafp2018
    30 April, 2026

    star ratingRonda private wine tour is well worth the time and money!! - Despite a colder, rainy day, we had the best trip from Costa del Sol to Ronda — thanks to Peter (our driver and guide).

    Peter communicated well before... read more

    avatar thumb juliewV4960VK
    30 April, 2026

  • star ratingGreat experience - Great experience. The Nerja caves and towns were really nice. Pictures don't do it justice.

    avatar thumb B8827GMbrianc
    16 April, 2026

    star ratingRonda was the most beautiful city and Thomas and Juan were great!  - Thomas our driver was very personable and a tour guide in his own right. He was very knowledgeable of the area and took very good care of us. He made... read more

    avatar thumb Compass64461348984
    27 April, 2026

    star ratingAmazing memory  - Very nice tour. Peter was friendly and flexible, and Antonio is a fantastic guide: knowledgeable; witty, takes great photos and did recommend really great places to go to.

    avatar thumb Olivier S
    7 April, 2026

  • star ratingGibraltar  - Great educational experience, had no idea there was so much history here.

    avatar thumb Storyteller259297
    13 April, 2026

    star ratingMemorable Day Trip to Ronda and Setenil from Marbella  - This was a wonderful experience, and a chance to see one of the most unique and awe-inspiring cities in Spain. Peter was an excellent guide and driver, and provided... read more

    avatar thumb Roger P
    27 April, 2026

    star ratingGibraltar  - We had an amazing time in Gibraltar! Thomas was an incredible tour guide who picked us up promptly, shared plenty of insights about the area and got us everywhere... read more

    avatar thumb Peter M
    8 April, 2026

FAQs

We pick you up directly at your hotel or accommodation in Malaga, Marbella or the Costa del Sol.

Most tours last between 8–10 hours, depending on the destination and your preferences.

Yes — many of our guests say it ends up being the highlight of their trip to Spain.

You’ll be with an experienced local driver who knows the area well and makes sure everything runs smoothly throughout the day.

Most travelers choose Ronda for its dramatic scenery and unique setting — it’s one of the most popular and rewarding day trips from Malaga or Marbella.

Yes — all our tours are flexible, and we can adjust the day based on your interests and pace.

Prices start from €250 for shorter trips and €600for our most popular full-day tour to Ronda — per group of up to 7 passengers. This is typically much better value than per-person group tours for 2+ travelers.

Private transport, fuel, tolls, parking, and your driver-guide are all included. Meals, entrance fees, and optional winery tastings are extra — we'll always tell you upfront what to expect.

Andalusia is sunny 300+ days a year, so this rarely comes up — but if weather would seriously affect your tour, we'll reschedule at no charge or adjust the itinerary to focus on indoor and covered experiences.

We recommend booking 2–4 weeks ahead in high season (April–October) to secure your preferred date. Last-minute bookings are often possible — message us on WhatsApp to check availability.

Yes. All our guides are fluent in English and Spanish. We also speak  German — just let us know your preference when booking.

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Comfortable private day trips in Costa del Sol, personalized for your perfect experience.
Comfortable private day trips in Costa del Sol, personalized for your perfect experience.

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