Costa Blanca Inland Tour to Guadalest and Algar Falls
Two of the Costa Blanca's most photogenic inland spots are the star turns of this tour. You'll visit the fairytale village of Guadalest and the serene Algar waterfalls. Expect amazing scenery and a dramatic drive as you twist and turn along narrow mountain roads. Sofia, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Even though there isn't much left standing of the castle in Guadalest, it's well worth visiting because it has the best views. You'll get fabulous photos of the bell tower that tops the ridge, the smooth, carpet-like reservoir in the valley and the mountains tumbling down to the coast. You can even see the sea.'
First up is Guadalest. The jewel in the crown of the Costa Blanca interior clings to a rocky outcrop amid some of the most romantic scenery imaginable. Wander the village's dozen or so streets, which are home to eight museums, and pass through tunnels carved into the rock. As you weave up the cobbled lanes towards the top of the ridge, the views over the valley just get better and better.
Then it's on to one of the natural wonders of the Costa Blanca – the Algar waterfalls. With pebble beaches, deep blue pools, mossy channels and thundering cascades, it's like a natural waterpark. Stroll along the trail to the sparkling clear pools of the River Algar and admire some of Mother Nature's finest work. Sofia says, ‘The water here is beautiful, clean and refreshingly cold even in the height of summer, because it flows directly from sources high in the mountains.'
Main features
Additional features
Do this because
- Potter around the cobbled lanes and dinky shops of pretty Guadalest
- Climb up to Guadalest Castle for views over the reservoir to the sea
- Visit beautiful Algar Falls and dip a toe in one of the clear blue pools
- Enjoy a scenic drive from the coast into the Aitana mountains and back
- Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of inland Costa Blanca
Important to know
- From July to September, food can't be brought into the waterfalls area – you can make use of lockers outside
- No glass bottles allowed in the waterfalls area
- Please note, from hotels in the Calpe area, this tour has a long transfer time of around 1.5 hours
- Bring water shoes as the rocks can sometimes be jagged
- Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Food and drinks not included
- This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Transport
- Guide
- Algar waterfalls entrance
This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4
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