Founded in 2013, Explore Al-Andalus was born out of a passion to showcase Spain’s rich Islamic history from an authentic perspective. We realized that the vast majority of tour guides often overlook the depth of this significant era, focusing primarily on the Christian narratives that begin with the Catholic Monarchs. This gap inspired us to create tours that delve deeply into the Andalusian legacy, offering a more comprehensive understanding of Spain’s diverse cultural tapestry.
Our dedication to this mission has resonated with visitors from around the world—from Malaysia to the United States—who consistently express their complete satisfaction with our tours. They value the unique insights and profound connections they experience while exploring historic sites that played pivotal roles in Islamic history.
What truly sets us apart is our team of native Muslim guides. Their personal backgrounds and deep-rooted connections allow us to introduce our guests to the local Islamic community, adding an intimate and enriching dimension to each tour. This immersive approach not only educates but also fosters cultural exchange, making every journey with us a truly special experience.
"We travelled to Spain from Canada in August 2016. Our tour guide for Seville, Cordoba and Grenada was Mr. Mohammad Alcaraz from Explore Al-Andalus. Mr. Idrissi was well versed with the Andalusian history, which was evident in his clear and thorough explanations of the several historical sites we visited with him. He even went above and beyond by recommending historical sites (not part of the tour), local eateries and artisan shops that enabled us to experience the authentic Andalusian culture. Overall, we would rate our experience as being extremely positive, and would definitely recommend Mr. Idrissi and Explore Al-Andalus to our friends and family."
Customers in Canada
"I recently had the opportunity to tour Andalusia with Shaykh Muhammad Idrissi. Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah SWT) the trip itself was beyond beneficial! I have visited a lot of Islamic history during my travels, however, in the absence of a guide, bricks are just bricks. The lessons, stories and wisdom behind their existence is what sets touring with Shaykh apart as he ads a whole different dimension to the tour Ma Sha Allah. If you visit Spain, he is my first go-to. Not only fluent in local custom being born in Cordoba, Shaykh is also a Qualified Scholar (aalim) from the UK. His language scope extends to Spanish, Arabic, English – all vital components in getting the most out of the mind-blowing history of Spain."
Customers in Scotland
"I have toured Andalus with Shaykh Muhammad Idrissi twice. He has a genuine concern for what happened to the Muslims of Andalus which is evident from his passionate, detailed discussions on the history of Andalus. His native Spanish roots have accustomed him to the intricacies of the Spanish culture and allowed him to identify which aspects were inherited from the moors. This experience, when shared with the group gives a true feel for what life was like in Muslim/ moorish Spain."
Customers in England