Day Trips from Alicante to Costa Blanca

See more of the landscape beyond the coastal city of Alicante, and visit the mountain town of Guadalest and the Algar Waterfalls (Fonts de l’Algar) on a day trip. You’ll travel in a small group that’s limited to just eight people, along with a driver-guide to learn about the region as you go. Entrance fees to the museum and castle in Guadalest are included, and you’ll have ample free time to walk or swim at the falls.

Did you know that in the ancient Middle Ages Alicante was the border of the two most important kingdoms in the world? Aragon! Castile! Valencia! Murcia! In Alicante they all merge and leave castles and churches testimony of their power. But, why in Alicante? Alicante wine was present in all the negotiations and therefore is the only witness who can answer us. On this tour we will speak with him directly. * Additional information Departure from the center of Alicante (variable time depending on the departure point). Including guided service, transportation, tickets to visit the castle, sanctuary, wineries and wine tasting.

Discovering the second capital of the Costa Blanca with its two World Heritage Sites is essential when visiting these lands. The largest palm grove in Europe has marked the evolution of an ancient city like few others, where up to 7 civilizations have passed throughout history. The remains of the medina as well as its imposing basilica are part of a medieval image that has little to do with the modern city immersed in the footwear industry. Knowing one of these factories and the possibility of buying shoes at a good price is an incentive on this excursion. Returning to the coast, we will approach Santa Pola, once the El portusIlicitanus of the Romans and currently a resting place for thousands of vacationers. Las Salinas, the flamingos, the cap de l'aljub, the island of Tabarca are part of the usual view of this fishing village.

Altea, one of the ten most beautiful towns in Spain and a refuge for artists, continues to be one of the most beautiful getaways in the province to this day. Its white houses and cobbled streets form a unique ensemble that has led it to belong to that list of beautiful towns, so much so that it is difficult to understand the fortress castle on which the new town was built in the 16th and 17th centuries. On the way back, passing through the always impressive Benidorm, we headed to La Vila Joiosa, a city born in the 14th century also on a fortress that marked the border of the kingdom of Valencia for a time. The uniqueness of its colored houses, heritage of the fishing industry, has led to a unique set that is today copied in numerous historic centers of many cities. To finish, we will visit a chocolate factory where we can not only learn about its production but also taste and buy this succulent product.

Elche- or Elx in the Valencian dialect - is also known as the City of Palms and it is becoming a more and more popular destination. Elche is situated in Spain’s Costa Blanca region at about 23km drive from Alicante. If you are looking on this tour - you are making the right choice because here there are so many places to visit and things to do.

Combine the cultural richness of Guadalest with the natural relaxation of the Algar Waterfalls on this day trip from Alicante or Benidorm. In the morning board your transportation for the journey to the beautiful village of Guadalest. Once there, marvel at a village perched on a rocky ridge, and take in breathtaking panoramic views in the heart of the Spanish countryside. Admire the ancient architecture, discover the village's fascinating history, and soak in the picturesque atmosphere. After this cultural immersion, continue to the Algar Waterfalls, a natural oasis of stunning beauty declared a Protected Wetland Zone in 2002. Once there, walk along shaded trails lined with lush vegetation and be carried away by the gentle murmur of crystal-clear waterfalls. Relax in the natural pools, perfect for a refreshing swim in the midst of nature. There is everything you need for a good time: bathrooms, picnic areas. Afterward, return to Alicante or Benidorm for drop-off.