Elche and Santa Pola Half Day Guided Tour

4.5 (8 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover the other capital of the Costa Blanca and its 2 world heritage should be mandatory during your visit in the region.

The biggest european palm tree forest marked the evolution of an historical town, proud to say that til 7 diferent civilisation passed through along the history.

traces of the medina and it's beatifull Basilica show a medieval picture so diferent from the current and busy activitie of a modern town where shoes industrie is well known in the whole country.

Discover and visit one of the factories coul be possible if your are thinking about some shopping.

Returning towards the coast we will approach Santa Pola, once the PortusIlicitanus of the Romans and currently the resting place of thousands of vacationers. The Salinas, the flamingos, the cap de l'aljub, the island of Tabarca are part of the usual panorama of this fishing town.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: LLORCA SOLER IVAN ANTONIO

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–64 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Entrance La alcudia Archelogical sit / MAHE
Included: Tasting on the road
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Entrance to Basilica Snata Maria
Included: entrance Huerto del Cura

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop

Itinerary

Province of Alicante

30 min

Transfer from Alicante to Elche, on this tour we will pass very close to the airport, encountering the contrast between the modern facilities of the terminal and the adjacent agricultural areas that resist change.
Stop 2

20 min

This medieval military construction originates from the 9th century with the first relocation of the city at the hands of the Muslims. Although the vast majority of the current building corresponds to renovations carried out especially in the 15th century. It is currently the headquarters of the MAHE (on the afternoon tours you visit this museum instead of the archaeological site)
Basilica de Santa Maria

15 min Admission included

The Archpriest and Insigne Minor Basilica of Santa María was built in 1672, being the jewel of the city, it is one of the best-known attractions of the city, since, in addition, the Misteri D' Elx, a popular festival of the city, is celebrated there and heritage of humanity.
Elche

30 min

Walking tour through the historic center to the market area and town hall, Plaza del Baix, sliding street, Glorieta, etc....
Jardin Artistico Nacional Huerto Del Cura

45 min Admission included

The best example to understand the palm grove of Elche enjoying a botanical garden like no other. a slice of paradise on earth.
Stop 6

45 min Admission included

Location of the first city in the times of the Phoenicians, Iberians, Romans and Visigoths. Place where the Lady of Eclhe was found, currently in the excavation phase and where we can verify certain privileges that existed in some families in Roman times.
Parque Natural De Las Salinas De Santa Pola

15 min

Spectacular salt lagoon where a natural park and the salt industry coexist in harmony.

photo stop
Castillo Fortaleza de Santa Pola

15 min

outside visit
Los Arenales del Sol

30 min

Panoramic tour through Cape Santa Pola, Gran Alacant and Arenales del Sol.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Innside By Melia Alicante Porta Maris
Hotel Alicante Gran Sol, Affiliated by Melia
Hotel Residencia Covadonya
GSM Hotel Europa
NH Alicante
Hotel Almirante
Tryp Ciudad de Alicante Hotel
Hotel SERAWA Alicante
Travelodge Alicante Puerto
Occidental Alicante
Meridional Hotel Alicante
Leuka Hotel

and 59 more pickup points

The guide will be recognized by clearly wearing a blue license plate with the official tourist guide accreditation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.