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5 nights in 3-4 star hotels

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Entrance to Ciudad Encantada (Enchanted City) Entrance to Cuenca Cathedral Entrance to the Roman settlement at Segobriga Entrance to Castillo de Belmonte Requena wine tasting Entrance to Monastery of Santa Maria in El Puig Entrance to Xativa Castle 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details Tourist taxes Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Meals

5 breakfasts

Guide

Escorted by an English-speaking guide

Transport

Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury mini-coach with a local driver

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Flights are not included.

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Other activities and services are not included.

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International flights and visas Tipping - an entirely personal gesture Optional activities & additional attractions unless specified above

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Day 1 Day 1: Cuenca & La Serrania National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Cuenca & La Serrania National Park

Madrid – Cuenca – La Serrania National Park – Cuenca. Leaving Madrid, we journey through the heart of Old Spain, Castilla-La Mancha. This region boasts serene landscapes, diverse nature, and renowned Manchego cheese. Our first destination is Villarejo de Salvanes, a small town with an intriguing castle and pre-Roman archaeological sites. Continuing to Cuenca, we enjoy a guided walking tour, including a visit to the 12th-Century Gothic cathedral. From Cuenca, we venture into La Serrania National Park, a vast 73,000-hectare wildlife sanctuary. We take in the incredible and bizarre mushroom-shaped rock formations of the ’Enchanted City’, and keep our eyes peeled for resident wildlife, including wild boar, golden eagles and majestic griffon vultures. Enjoy the panoramic vistas from the Mirador de Una viewpoint before we return to Cuenca, our base for two nights. The evening is at leisure. Please note: Pick up for this tour is at 8:15 on day 1 (tour departs at 8:30) - Madrid Pick Up Point, Hotel Porcel Ganivet, Madrid.
Day 2 Day 2: Roman Ruins & Castillo De Belmonte
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Roman Ruins & Castillo De Belmonte

Cuenca – Segobriga – Belmonte – Cuenca. We start today with an included visit to the Roman settlement of Segobriga, which offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Spanish Meseta. After exploring the remarkably preserved amphitheatre, public baths, and temples, we head south to Belmonte. There’s free time for a tapas lunch before our included visit to the remarkable 15th-Century Castillo de Belmonte, known for its unique triangular courtyard and six-pointed star shape. Back in Cuenca, there’s free time to explore at leisure. You may wish to visit the Castilla-La Mancha Paleontological Museum, home to incredible dinosaur fossils and models.
Day 3 Day 3: Wine Tasting & Valencia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Wine Tasting & Valencia

Cuenca – Alcala del Jucar – Valencia. From Cuenca, we journey to Alcala del Jucar, a captivating town nestled within natural caves and perched between the castle and the Jucar River. There’s free time to explore the town and find somewhere for lunch. Next, we visit a winery in Requena for included wine tasting. This region has produced some of Spain’s finest wine as far back as the 7th Century BC. After sampling some of the regional produce, we head to Valencia. This coastal gem is known as the birthplace of paella, boasts a vibrant nightlife, and is home to stunning architecture.
Day 4 Day 4: Valencia Sightseeing & Albufera Natural Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Valencia Sightseeing & Albufera Natural Park

Valencia - Albufera Natural Park - Valencia. This morning, we explore the Monastery of Santa Maria in El Puig on an included visit. This structure has a diverse history with cloisters and defensive elements - it has served as a temple, a school, and even a prison Next, we visit Albufera Natural Park, home to the rice paddies where paella was born. You can enjoy an optional boat ride or spend our time here observing the unique flora and fauna. There’s also time for lunch independently. Returning to Valencia, we enjoy a short orientation tour of the city and the evening is at leisure.
Day 5 Day 5: Xativa & Cullera
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Xativa & Cullera

Valencia – Xativa – Cullera – Valencia. Today we journey to Xativa, known as the ’Town of a Thousand Fountains’. Situated on the slopes of Monte Vernissa, it is best known as the historic home of the notorious noble family of Borgia. We enjoy an included visit to Xativa Castle and a short tour of the town, as well as free time to further explore independently. Next, we head to the charming coastal town of Cullera. Our time here is free to relax on the beach, or enjoy panoramic views from the 13th-Century castle. In the afternoon, we return to Valencia. The rest of the day is free, or you can join an optional walking tour of the city, coupled with a delectable tapas experience.
Day 6 Day 6: Coastal Journey To Barcelona
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Coastal Journey To Barcelona

Valencia – Peniscola – Sitges – Barcelona. In the morning we depart Valencia for the coastal town of Peniscola, known as the ’City in the Sea’. There’s an optional visit to the Papa Lunas Castle, built by the Knights Templar in the late 1200s. Perched at the peninsula’s highest point, the castle offers panoramic coastal views. Alternatively, don your swimsuit for a refreshing swim in the tranquil sea. Continuing along the Mediterranean coast, our next stop is Sitges, a lively cultural hub boasting modernist architecture and intriguing museums. After a short visit, we complete our journey to Barcelona, where our tour ends. Please note: This tour finishes at 18:30 - Barcelona Drop Off, Abba Sants Hotel, Barcelona. (If travelling prior to April 2024, you will be dropped at Hotel Evenia Rocafort, Barcelona).

6 days tour

Cuenca & Valencia To Barcelona - 6 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Cuenca & Valencia To Barcelona - 6 Days

Day 1: Cuenca & La Serrania National Park

Day 2: Roman Ruins & Castillo De Belmonte

Day 3: Wine Tasting & Valencia

Day 4: Valencia Sightseeing & Albufera Natural Park

Day 5: Xativa & Cullera

Day 6: Coastal Journey To Barcelona

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