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.
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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.
Witness the magic of Aire, a tribute to nature's grandeur, at the Benidorm palace, Costa Blanca's renowned nightclub.
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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.
Day Trip to Guadalest, Altea and the Algar Waterfalls from Benidorm
Don't miss the opportunity to visit two essential cities in the province of Alicante. Book your excursion to Guadalest and Altea!
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Mundomar Park Admission Tickets
Discover Mundomar animal park. Book your tickets and see different animal species and fun and exciting shows.
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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.
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Costa Blanca mountain tour to Guadalest and Algar Falls
Two of the Costa Blanca's most beautiful inland spots are the star turns of morning excursion. You'll visit the fairytale village of Guadalest and the beautiful Algar waterfalls. Expect amazing scenery and a dramatic drive as you twist and turn along narrow mountain roads.
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Boat round trip from Calpe port to Moraira
Enjoy a coastal sailing from the Port of Calpe to Moraira, a picturesque town on the Costa Blanca famous for its seven distinct beaches and delicious Mediterranean cuisine. Arriving at the Nautical Club near the historic old town, you'll have four hours of free time to explore. Soak up the sun on the beaches, browse the marina for local souvenirs, visit the impressive 18th-century fortress, or savour an authentic Mediterranean meal at one of the seaside restaurants.
Transfer to the Moors and Christians Festival of La Vila Joiosa
Declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest, the Moors and Christians Festival of La Vila Joiosa is one of Costa Blanca's most spectacular celebrations. Every summer, this sleepy seaside town bursts into life for a week of parades, parties and historical battle re-enactments that'll whisk you straight back to the 16th century. Locals dress up as Moors or Christians, and the whole town gets involved – there's dancing, drumming and enough paella to feed a packed Wembley Stadium. With this transfer ticket, all you need to do is turn up ready to celebrate in style. Whether you're into history, costumes, or just love a good fiesta, this lively summer event has loads to offer. It's all about celebrating the town's past, when locals fought off a pirate invasion in 1538. Legend has it that Saint Martha, the town's patron saint, stepped in to save the day by flooding the beach and sinking the pirate ships. As a thank you, the townspeople began holding annual celebrations in her honour.
Finestrat Motor Museum in Finestrat with free transfer
Car enthusiasts, start your engines! On this trip to Alicante's Motor Museum, you'll rub bumpers with a collection of over 60 classic and iconic cars from the 20th century. You can get hands-on with an interactive display on how a four-stroke engine works, head to the projection room for documentaries on motoring history, and look in on a restoration workshop that revives and repairs vintage cars. You'll even find favourites from the world of film and TV, like Deloreans made famous by Back to the Future and KITT from Knight Rider.