Day trip from Benidorm to Alicante with free time.

You will be collected by coach at your chosen start point. Once everyone is on board, accompanied by an English spaking representative, you’ll follow the coast road southwards passing the villages of Villajoyosa & Campello before heading to the beach road of San Juan de Alicante with its kilometers of golden sands that stretch all the way into Alicante itself. As with all major cities, Alicante has its very own hop-on, hop-off city tour bus and we would definately recommend it as a way of getting around and seeing the sights so that you can make the most of your experience. You will have 5 hours free time upon arrival in Alicante.

Visit the old town of Alicante known as El Barrio, which runs from the Co Cathedral of St Nicolas. The Co Cathedral situated in the city centre is Renaissance in style. Built in the 1600’s it was built over an ancient mosque. Under its dome is the Chapel of the Holy Communion considered one of the most beautiful examples of Spanish Baroque architecture.
Modern and cosmopolitan, Alicante has secrets waiting to be discovered in every corner of the city. The charming port with a great selection of restaurants, pizzerias, bars, ice cream parlours, shops, etc.
Alicante province is known for its beaches, offering 15kms of coastline forming incredible beaches with fine sand and idyllic views
On the top of the Benacantil hill, 166 metres above sea level, is the Santa Barbara Castle, its strategic position permits views of the Alicante bay and the surrounding area. On the hillside Roman, Iberian and Bronze age archaeological remains have been uncovered.
The Castle is divided into 3 areas: the turret, where the old Tower of Homage is located. In this enclosure is the Bulwark, the Engineers Park, the Noble Room, (which was previously a hospital), the Governor's House, etc. Next, the intermediate enclosure, where the most important units are located: Felipe II Hall, Guard Corps, Bulwark of the Queen, etc. Finally, the lower enclosure, dating from the 18th century. There we can find the Revellín del Bon Repós, in which the monument to the illustrious Alicante soldier Felix Berenguer de Marquina is located.

There are also many museums in Alicante, the best known are the MARQ, the Archaeology Museum of Alicante and the MACA, the Museum of Contemporary Art, plus plenty of shops and department stores too for you to explore.

Also worth a visit is the Island of Tabarca, just off the coast of Alicante.  It is the only inhabited island on the Costa Blanca and from the port you can take one of the ferries that cross to the island daily or the City Tour bus tour which will take you around this beautiful city. 

Discover the city of Alicante and be surprised!

Valencia is not just the capital of the Valencian comunity but a vibrant modern city full of century old traditions and a place where nature and city life create a unique cocktail.

Now it is posible to visit Valencia, the Oceanografic aquarium or Valencia football club's home ground, the Mestalla Stadium on these excursions with pick ups departing from Altea and Calpe. 

Your first option gives you approximately  5 hours  in Valencia to explore at your leisure.  You have free time to explore the city`s monuments, market, museums etc and soak up the atmosphere of the city.

If you select the option to visit the Mestalla Stadium you can enjoy the hour long guided tour in English and see the press room, trophy room, dressing rooms etc. You will learn a lot of local history of Valencia as well as anecdotes and the history of the actual football team.

Your second option is a visit to the Oceanografic aquarium, the largest of its kind in Europe.  The Oceanografic is located in the City of the Arts and Sciences here you have two and a half hours free time to walk under the tunels and observe the marine life above your head. 

• Tickets must be purchased a minimum of 3 days in advance.
• Pick up times are approximate..
  
• IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print out your ticket from the screen or from the e-mail which will be sent to your account.  You need to present this to the guide on the day of the excursion.

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Valencia is one of Spain's most vibrant cities, a city with an intriguing fusion of tradition mixed with the present. Home to the paella, the famous Fallas Festival and the City of the Sciences.

In the morning, you will be taken on a guided walk through the historic city centre of Valencia accompanied by an official guide.  Discover the Roman origins of the city and the imprint of its Muslim past. 

Admire the splendour of Valencia's Gothic Monuments such as the Cathedral and the Lonja de Seda which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Then compare the modern era at the Gantxo House or the Central Market. 

Then on the the Albufera Nature Reserve.  This reserve is located between the rice paddies and the sea.  Discover the beauty of the island of El Palmar while you enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the Albufera Lake. Learn how fishermen work on the lagoon with a demonstration of the fishing techniques from the region .  You will also get a chance to try "Mistela" a local sweet wine served with cake. 

This full day excursion departing from Benidorm and Albir departs every Thursday arrives back in Benidorm between 18:00 and 18:30

• Included transport with various pick up points from Benidorm and comentary from an official guide.
• Guided tour of the historic city centre.
• NOT INCLUIDED lunch.
  
• Arrival back in resort approx 18:30 hours.
• Children are from 4 - 12 years of age.  Infants from 0-3 years pay  6€.
• IMPORTANT:  Print your ticket from the screen or from the e-mail you will receive to hand in to the guide on the day of the excursion.

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This beautiful afternoon excursion gives you three hours free time to explore the magnificent surroundings of the Algar River.

Considered nature’s natural water park the Algar Water Falls, just 15 kilometres from Benidorm is an oasis of calm.

The Algar River which means "cave” in Arabic has over time created these spectacular waterfalls and springs or “Tolls” which spring from the rocks. You can bathe in the pure crystal-clear waters once considered to be beneficial for your health then follow the river over its 1,5 kilometre route. As there are a lot of steps to climb as you follow the river’s course, this excursion is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.

In the morning you will be picked up from one of the various pick up points then as you head inland away from the coast you can admire the spectacular scenery on route arriving in the village of Algar. You then have 3 to 3 and a half hours free time to explore at your leisure, relax or take a dip in the spring water before heading back to Benidorm, arriving back in resort at approximately 16:30.

Don´t forget to bring your swim wear, towel, sun screen and something to change into afterwards.

INCLUDED: guide on the coach and the entrance to the water falls.

NOT INCLUDED: lunch.

• Included transport with pick ups from various points in Benidorm and Albir plus entrance to the waterfalls.
• English accompanying guide. 
• IMPORTANT:  Please ensure that you print out your ticket from the screen or from the email sent to your e-mail address. You will need to present this to the guide on the day of the excursion.

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