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Valencia day tour from Benidorm with panoramic bus and guided walk

Valencia isn't just culture – it's also an enticing place to dine out and hit the shops. On this full day tour, you'll have the chance to see the sights on a panoramic bus ride, then get the lowdown on a guided walking tour of the heart of the city. Martí, one of our local guides, says, ‘Valencia has really come out of the shadows in recent decades, and now stands shoulder to shoulder with Barcelona and Madrid in terms of art, culture and cuisine. Our old town, one of the largest in Europe, is packed with sights, with the Silk Exchange shining brightest of all.' You'll start off with a panoramic bus tour for an overview of the city and an explanation of some of the major sights. Once you leave the bus, you'll set off on a guided walking tour around the city. Your expert local guide will show you around, sharing local insight into the history and explaining some of the highlights. When the tour is over, you'll have free time to explore further, grab a bite to eat or browse the shops.The streets around Calle Colon, a modern boulevard, boast all kinds of stores – from global high street brands to luxury goods shops as well as the latest in technology. There are also smaller, original boutiques selling haute couture clothing. Martí adds, ‘If all that shopping tires you out, pop over to the art nouveau Colon Market. It's evolved into an epicurean food hall and is a go-to, not just for the nibbles but for the design of the building itself. It's a good spot to take a break at one of the cafés.'

Benidorm Island Boat Trip Ticket

If you've been on Benidorm beach, you'll have spotted a mysterious rocky outcrop in the horizon. Locals call it Peacock Island because of the birds that make it their home – and at just 3.5km away, it makes a great trip by boat from the mainland.

Benidorm Palace Variety Show Ticket

With 40 years of success in producing live variety shows, it's no wonder Benidorm Palace garners rave reviews and is voted best in the Costa Blanca year after year. The Palace's cabarets are the stuff of legend and feature world-class artistes performing the best of Spanish entertainment.

Terra Natura and-or Aqua Natura Parks with Transport

An animal lover's paradise awaits at this amazing Benidorm zoo. Its themed areas extend across gardens and countryside as it splits into four specialist areas with a Noah's Ark worth of animals.There's Pangea, where you'll find a whole host of poisonous creatures. And America, which is home to panthers, flamingos, macaws and a tropical forest of plants where you'll find the Maya ruins. Over in Asia, the jewels of the zoo live including a herd of elephants, tigers, rhinos and more. Plus it's all designed around a ‘zoo-immersion' concept, which means you can get inches from the creatures with just glass safety barriers between you. Don't miss the bird shows, either – where free-flying parrots, falcons and hawks swoop through the skies. What's more, this option includes transport to the park.

Day at Sea

A blissful day at sea to blow all the cobwebs away. You'll cruise out following the rugged coastline of Costa Blanca all the way to a secluded cove where we'll drop anchor and while away the hours on a beach far away from the crowds.We'll cast off into the shimmering blue seas of the Mediterranean, passing pristine coves, steep cliffs and sweeping bays along the way. Your experienced crew will handle everything so all you need to do is find your idyllic spot on the boat, sit back and soak up the atmosphere and sunshine.Once your captain has found the perfect spot, we'll drop anchor in one of the stunning coves where only peace and tranquillity are on the agenda. You'll spend a few hours swimming, sunbathing whilst your crew prepares a paella onboard. Tuck into lunch before heading back to dry land.

Valencia Your Way

If the lure of some shopping and sightseeing in Spain's third-largest city is tempting, then this full day trip to Valencia is just the ticket. You'll be transferred by bus to explore the city at your own pace – there's no pressure to do anything you don't want to do, simply enjoy the culture and atmosphere of this historic city.From Benidorm, you'll travel to Valencia by bus, and the best part is that you won't have to find your way in from the outskirts, you'll be dropped off right in the city centre. From here, the day is yours to spend exactly as you wish.Dip in and out of all the shops, try out local eateries – paella hails from Valencia – and stroll around its old town, which is one of the largest in Spain. There's loads to discover. You'll meet up with your guide at the allotted time to head back to Benidorm.

E-Bike Tour to Villajoyosa

Leave the city skyscrapers of Benidorm behind you for the day with this guided e-bike tour. Pedal along the palm-lined promenade of Poniente Beach, navigate the narrow old town and cycle through fields full of greenery to reach Villajoyosa – a colourful coastal town nearby.These easy-to-use machines make it simple to seek out the quiet corners of the Costa Blanca. Use them like any other bike, or flick a switch and save on tired legs with the help of a handy electric motor.You'll follow a guide along the pretty promenade of Poniente Beach and through the tapas bar-lined alleys of the old town, before the high-rises roll away, replaced by fields full of almond and orange trees in Villajoyosa. Admire the colourful seafront houses and boats bobbing in the harbour, rounding off with a chance to grab an optional refreshment before your return ride.

E-Bike Tour to Altea

A world away from Benidorm's bustling beach bars, Albir and Altea offer a slice of Spanish life almost unchanged since the tourism boom. Leave the high-rises behind and cycle through fields full of orange, lemon and almond trees to reach this pair of pretty seaside fishing villages with a guided bike tour.

Villajoyosa and Valor Chocolate Museum Tour

With vividly coloured houses lining the seafront and the banks of the dried-up river bed, it's no wonder Villajoyosa means ‘the Joyful Town'. Find out why it attracts and inspires scores of artists with this trip from Benidorm. You'll also visit the famous Valor Chocolate museum to see their age-old chocolate-making methods and sample some of their well-loved products.You'll begin the tour in Villajoyosa - a quirky town known best for its brightly-coloured fishermen's houses, golden beaches and freshly-caught seafood. Enjoy some free time to stroll its labyrinth of narrow winding cobbled streets, or head to the seafront to watch the fishing boats come in. Then, it's on to Valor Chocolate museum. Here, you'll tour its installations and see chocolate-making methods used since 1881, before a chance to sample some chocolatey treats yourself.

Benidorm Downhill Bike Ride

If you are looking for something a little less ordinary, try this exhilarating excursion for size. But don't worry – it's not as much work as it sounds. Your morning kicks off with a scenic drive high up into the mountains, leaving the bustle of the busy coast far behind.