Maritime Experience: Along the Levantine Coast (2025)

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Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!In the morning, we’ll leave for Aragon, travelling through the lands of Castile. Our first stop will be in Zaragoza to admire the stunning Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We’ll then journey to the serene Poblet Abbey, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (tickets included). Finally, we’ll head to Barcelona, where we’ll arrive in the evening.

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In the morning we will enjoy the city tour of Barcelona, open to the Mediterranean Sea, famous for Gaudí and its modernist architecture, for its promenades and memories of the Universal Exhibitions and Olympics that took place there. Barcelona is considered one of the most beautiful and interesting European cities. Free time in the afternoon.In the evening we include a transfer to the Maremagnum, an avant-garde leisure center with restaurants facing the sea, next to Plaza Colón, where you can stroll through this lively area and dine.

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We’ll travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peniscola, a charming medieval walled city surrounded by beautiful beaches, where you’ll have time for a stroll. We’ll continue to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime. In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a tour with a local guide of this port city on the Levantine coast, with over 2000 years of history. The city’s urban layout is adorned with monuments from various eras, contrasting with the modern architecture of the City of Arts and Sciences. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore at your leisure. A traditional local dinner will be included.

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After breakfast, we’ll depart along the Mediterranean coast towards Denia, renowned for its beautiful harbor and expansive beaches. We’ll visit its impressive Arab-era castle (admission included) as well as the Toy Museum, one of the most comprehensive in the country, showcasing toys dating back to 1904. You’ll have free time to stroll around its picturesque harbor, explore the old town, and enjoy lunch. Denia was designated a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO.In the afternoon, we’ll continue our route south along the coast. We’ll stop at Cabo de San Antonio, one of the easternmost points of the Iberian Peninsula, where cliffs over 150 meters high offer stunning views of Javea and its bay. We’ll then arrive in Benidorm, an iconic vacation city known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and towering skyscrapers. The old town retains a traditional charm that contrasts with the modernity of the newer areas. Accommodation will be here.Note: During periods of high demand, accommodation may be provided in a nearby town.

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Today, we’ll explore the interior of the Valencian Community. Our first stop will be Guadalest, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful villages in the region, known for its charming old town and stunning views, and recognized as a Historic-Artistic Site. We’ll then continue to Alcoy, a city famed for its impressive modernist buildings, such as the Circulo Industrial de Alcoy and the Town Hall, reminders of its significant industrial past. The city is also renowned for its Moors and Christians Festivities, which celebrate its medieval history.Afterward, we’ll head to Jijona, where we’ll visit the Turron Museum to learn about the history and production of this delightful sweet, a hallmark of Christmas desserts in Spain. We’ll then proceed to Bocairent, where you’ll have time for lunch and the opportunity to savor local dishes, with a special focus on regional products and meats. After lunch, we’ll explore this picturesque town, set amidst cliffs and renowned for its beauty. We’ll stroll through its narrow medieval streets and visit the unique caves carved into the rocks, which once served as storage for wheat, wine, and oil. These caves are now cataloged as a Site of Cultural Interest in Spain. We’ll continue our journey to Valencia, arriving in the late afternoon.

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In the morning, we’ll depart for the nearby town of Tavernes Blanques, home to the original factory and museum of the legendary Lladró porcelain house. We’ll visit the Lladró Museum (admission included), which displays historical pieces of decorative porcelain, and observe master craftsmen demonstrating their production process. We’ll then continue to Sagunto to explore its main points of interest, where we’ll see a blend of ancient remains, including the Roman Theater and the Castle. We’ll delve into the city’s history through its various buildings and feel the passage of time etched into its stones. After a break for lunch, in the afternoon, we’ll visit Buñol, internationally famous for La Tomatina festival. We’ll explore its old town, dominated by its beautiful castle, and return to Valencia in the late afternoon.

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In the morning, we’ll drive to Cullera and visit the Fallas Museum, where we’ll admire a representative collection of Fallas, the spectacular satirical monuments made of wood and papier-mâché that are placed in the streets and burned as torches during the most iconic festival in Valencia. Next, we’ll ascend the mountain overlooking the city to explore its Arab castle, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views. Afterward, we’ll continue to La Albufera, one of the largest freshwater lagoons in Spain, and a Natural Park home to significant populations of aquatic and migratory birds. We’ll explore this unique environment with a boat ride (included). Lunch will be in a traditional farming village, where you’ll have the chance to see the historic barracas (traditional Valencian farmer houses), and enjoy a paella, Valencia’s signature dish. We’ll return to Valencia to change buses and then head to Madrid, arriving at around 8:30 p.m.Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.