Top Valencia Shore Excursions

Step into the shoes of a Spanish chef and learn to make Valencia’s signature dish during a hands-on paella cooking lesson. Travel outside the city to a traditional farmhouse, where a gourmet instructor shows you the secrets behind this famous rice-and-seafood dish. Sit down to enjoy the home-cooked cuisine while surrounded by a landscape of orange trees and rice paddies for an authentic Valencian experience.

Get the most out of your time in Valencia on this half-day shore excursion. Visit landmarks such as the Church of San Nicolas, and Central Market. It'll be a hassle-free day with entrance fees, a guide, and a delicious tapas lunch and wine tasting from the rooftop of City and Arts and Sciences included.

Uncork the secrets of Valencian wine on this full-day tasting tour. Discover the ancient art of winemaking in Spain as you journey through the historic Utiel-Requena region and enjoy a tour and tasting at two local wineries. Finally, tuck into a delicious lunch of typical Spanish cuisine, accompanied by fine regional wines.

Discover history and culture in the Valencian province’s capital on this private 4-hour Valencia walking tour. Follow a private guide through Valencia’s bustling streets and enjoy the freedom to choose the private tour itinerary to suit your preferences. Perhaps mingle with the locals at the Central Market or the Plaza Redonda, admire top attractions such as the Real Basílica De Nuestra Señora De Los Desamparados or learn of the city’s cultural offerings at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia — the iconic opera house.

Learn to cook Spain’s national dish during a small-group cooking class in the heart of Valencia, then walk off your lunch with a back-nature adventure. First, get hands-on as you learn the art of cooking paella under the guidance of an expert chef, then tuck into a delicious 2-course lunch. After sampling your home-cooked culinary delights, marvel at the natural wonders of the Albufera National Park on a private tour.

Travel just 25 minutes outside of Valencia to a country home, and attend this workshop to learn how to make paella and sangria. With your transport to and from Valencia planned out for you, all you need is to come ready to have a good time. Your guide will go through each step of the paella and sangria preparation with you, so you can become familiar enough to make it again once back at home. When the food is prepared, enjoy eating it along with other treats such as homemade cake.

When your cruise ship arrives into the Port of Valencia, explore the city with ease on this private 4-hour Valencia tour. Visit important sites of interest including the Hemisferic and the Oceanografic in the City of Arts and Science with a private guide. Admire the iconic Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia — the city’s opera house. Then, head through the historic heart of the city — home to the Central Market, the Plaza de la Virgen and the Real Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Santos Inocentes Mártires y Desamparados.

Lladró porcelain figurines are one of Valencia’s most famous exports and comprise an integral part of the city’s industrial heritage. Admire the craft and learn of its history on a private tour of the Lladró Museum and Valencia’s historic center. Tick off top Valencia attractions such as the Silk Exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) and the Central Market of Valencia, and then see craftsman at work at the Lladró Museum and factory. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

If you’re seeking a personalized sightseeing experience, then look no further than this private 4-hour tour of Valencia’s highlights. After convenient pickup from your hotel or cruise port, you’ll check off major Valencia attractions, including Central Market (Mercado Central), Valencia Cathedral (Seu), and Plaza de la Virgen, in an air-conditioned vehicle. Listen to personalized commentary and customize your itinerary according to your interests, whether they’re food, history, culture, or fashion.

This is a beautiful excursion with spectacular views of the entire coastline, from the Peñón de Ifach to the Cabo de la Nao. We will guide you on this spectacular hike. Besides the standard fact that we will leave at 9 am, there is no exact time schedule, so we can fill in the day as you wish. Our swimmingbreak halfway takes about 1 hour. But if you want to make it longer or shorter this is possible. The day ends around 8- 9 pm, but this is also flexible. If you want to be home earlier or later we will arrange! Depending on the people we will take breaks as much as needed.

Fantastic one-day bike trip on the outskirts of Valencia. We will drink and eat the typical Valencian. It is a trip suitable for anyone who wants to do something different. The trip begins in the City of Arts and Sciences. We will go north to enter the Valencian horta. We will see the fields where the chufa is grown and we will have the opportunity to try the authentic Valencian drink: the horchata. We will turn towards the sea until we reach the Mediterranean. We will cross the beach of Patacona by bicycle and La Malvarrosa before knowing the fishing district of Valencia, in Cabañal. We will cycle through the port before leaving for the Albufera Natural Park, its rice paddies and the best beaches in Valencia. We will have the opportunity to take a picture in one of the most emblematic corners of the area, the Albufera pond. Here we will eat a good typical menu to try the traditional Valencian paella.

Experience the delectable bites and stunning sights of Valencia on a 4-hour sightseeing and cookery tour. Admire prominent landmarks like the City of Arts and Sciences and the Silk Exchange Building from the comfort of your luxury coach, listening to insightful commentary from your professional guide. Then, disembark to enjoy a paella cooking class; under the guidance of an expert chef, prepare and cook ingredients while sipping Spanish wine and enjoying flavorsome tapas. At the end of the class, feast upon the fruits of your labor with the rest of your group.

Albufera means nature, gastronomy, birdwatching, culture and history. Today we will discover the waterland were the famous Valencian rice is grown for paella and we will watch local fauna and flora. The Park was declared in 1986 and since then are thousands visitors who decide to visit every year. During the tour we will visit the bird observatory, where is possible (depends on the year time) to see flamingos, herons, storks or different kind of ducks. Then you will learn about the rice and the local culture and traditions embarking on a boat to do a ride on the lagoon and pass by some rice fields. We can see some typical "Barracas" (local farmers building) and the we Will finish on a tablet sharing the most popular Dish in Valencia and Spain, Paella (meal included).

- Visit Albarracín, a medieval village, one of the most beautiful villages of Spain - Travel of the beaten path - Private tour - Taste fantastic Black Truffle food - Teruel Mudéjarr Art - Ride through Ojos Negros - Spain´s longest greenway - Mudéjar art declared Word Heritage by UNESCO - Black Truffle - Discover Valencia - Albufera Natural Park of Valencia

Valencia is a fascinating city, filled with ancient history and modern charm. Your half-day tour of Valencia is completely private, only for you and your party, including a private guide and private transportation from wherever you want to begin. Since your tour is catered specifically to you and your interests, you are free to customize any part of the tour. If there is anything you would like to visit that you don't see listed as part of this tour, please inquire with us, as we are happy to help you have the best day in Valencia. We are also happy to accommodate any mobility or dietary restrictions.