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Europe I Spain
City of Arts and Science
Valencia & Valls de la Marina
Spain 8 days
TRIP DETAILS
Itinerary: Day 1 Fly to Alicante; transfer to Quatretondeta. 2 Gentle introductory walk through Moorish villages offering superb views from Gallinera escarpment to the surrounding region and the Mediterranean. 3 Visit the spectacularly located castle of Jativa, built by the Romans and dating back to 300BC. 4 Free day to relax around Quatretondeta, explore Moorish and archaeological museums of Alcoy, or possible winery visit (all optional). 5 A complete day to enjoy the wonderful Cathedral, Basilica and Central Market of Valencia - the City of Arts and Science. 6 Morning visit to wonderful Cocentaina market followed by wine-tasting in the award winning Vins de Comtat; after lunch we learn the essential elements of local life including olive-oil processing and wine making. 7 Walk through the impressive Griffon vulture colony with wonderful views throughout the day. 8 Transfer to Alicante; fly to London. Profile: travel by private minibus, local train and on foot. Grade: leisurely. Group: min. 2, max. 16, plus leader. Min. age 16. Accommodation: 7 nights hotel. Food: all breakfasts, 3 lunches and 6 dinners included.
Trip Code ADM · 8 days Sun to Sun
Start End Flight Land Flight Land inc. only Start End inc. only 2008 03 Feb 10 Feb 755 695 15 Jun 22 Jun 795 695 09 Mar 16 Mar 795 695 21 Sep 28 Sep 795 695 13 Apr 20 Apr 795 695 19 Oct 26 Oct 825 695 18 May 25 May 795 695 16 Nov 23 Nov 795 695 2009 01 Feb 08 Feb 775 695 08 Mar 15 Mar 825 695 No Local Payment Prices are £ sterling per person Recommended carbon offset £4 Optional single supplement £50 Land only start Quatretondeta day 1, end Quatretondeta day 8 Insurance £26
Relaxed walking and spectacular scenery from our comfortable base in Quatretondeta, including a day in fascinating Valencia Valencia, situated in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline, has paved the way for many other European cities with its groundbreaking advances in Science and Art. We spend the week exploring this autonomous kingdom with its fascinating Roman and Muslim influences. Away from this cultural gem, we discover the stunning landscape, culture and history of Les Valls de la Marina, an undiscovered part of Spain perfectly hidden behind the busy coastline. These valleys boast archaeological findings dating back to the Bronze Age, substantial agricultural improvements thanks to the Moorish occupation and an incredible variety of flora and fauna, including an impressive Griffon vulture colony. The week is spent in the quaint village of Quatretondeta, where our comfortable hotel serves sumptious Michelin recommended cuisine every evening - a real gastronomic treat.
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