Elche and Santa Pola Half Day Guided Tour

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.

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   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)

3. 3

   Basilica de Santa Maria

   15 min

   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.

4. 4

   Elche

   30 min

   Walking tour through the historic center to the market area and town hall, Plaza del Baix, sliding street, Glorieta, etc....

5. 5

   Jardin Artistico Nacional Huerto Del Cura

   45 min

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

6. 6

   Stop 6

   45 min

   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.

7. 7

   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

8. 8

   Castillo Fortaleza de Santa Pola

   15 min

   outside visit

9. 9

   Los Arenales del Sol

   30 min

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

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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