Excursion to Guadalest
All year
The no. 20 urban bus will take you to Guadalest which is located 25 kilometres outside Benidorm.
This picturesque village, which has been declared a Site of Historical-Artistic Interest attracts millions of tourists every year in spite of only having a population of 200.
It is located almost 600 metres above sea level over the Guadalest valley and although it has a similar climate to Benidorm, it tends to be a bit cooler. It is bordered by some of Alicante’s greatest heights: la Sierra Aixortá (1.126 m.) to the north, la Sierra de Aitana (1.558 m.) to the south, and la Sierra Serrella (1.361 m.) to the west.
What to visit? Here are some suggestions:
The Microminiatures Museum: You can see marvellous miniatures through giant magnifying glasses such as: Los fusilamientos by Goya painted on a grain of rice, The Statue of Liberty inside the eye of a needle…
Antonio Marco Museum: You can see many beautiful miniature houses with all types of details.
The Castillo of San José (11th century castle of Muslim origin).
The Castillo de la Alcozaiba (11th century castle of Muslim origin)
The Casa Orduña (17th century house)
Puig Campana
All year
This peak is approximately 1400m high and located in Finestrat (12 km from Benidorm). If you enjoy climbing, make the most of the excellent opportunity to climb this majestic mountain. The wonderful views you can see from up there are simply incredible: Aitana, el Maigmó, el Cabeçó, Alicante, Sella… with the added experience of the cloud formations being so close to the sea which makes it totally unique.
Theme Parks in Benidorm
All year
R·H Hotels highly recommends a visit to some of the many Theme Parks Benidorm has to offer, some in the summer season and others year round.
- Terra Mítica
- Mundomar
- Aqualandia
- Aqua Natura
- A special mention must be made of the new, spectacular Night Visits during the summer season: the Park offers you two options (India or America) which include dinner and shows.
There are also many theme park options on offer on the outskirts of Benidorm such as: Aitana Safari Park (33kms fromBenidorm, between Penaguila and Sella), Cactus D´AlgarBotanical Garden (in Callosa d´en Sarria at approx 16km), it boasts over 500 different varieties of cactus and succulent plants.
A Day of Relaxation at the Princesa Termal Club
All year
Housed within the Hotel RH Princesa, there is a a beautiful hydrotherapy and beauty centre with modern installations, techniques and natural products such as seaweed, mud, etc to tend to your wellbeing, relaxation and beauty.
Get more information on the Princesa Termal Club website.
Excursion to Calpe
All year
Located 25km from Benidorm, a visit to the famous Peñón de Ifachis a must. With a surface area of 45 hectares, you can hike up this mountainous rock and admire the spectacular views of the surrounding bays.
You can also enjoy the typical cuisine that this fishing town has to offer, including excellent local fish dishes (mackerel, squid, and sardines) together with the famous cocas (a type of mini pizza) and desserts made from almonds and raisins.
If you are a lover of water sports, Calpe is your city as it is full of fantastic facilities to help you enjoy your favourite sport at reasonable prices.
Excursion a Busot
All year
A visit to this marvellous town which is located approximately 40 km from Benidorm is an absolute must:
The Canalobre Caves: here you can admire the wonderful rock formations which time has been modelling.
La Sierra Cabeçó d´Or, which means golden hill, is for those interested in nature and hiking.
Excursion to Tabarca Island
All year
This island is located some 65 km from Benidorm. In the old days it was used as a lookout for pirates. During the summer months, several different boats run cruises from our coasts to Tabarca, where you will be able to relax and enjoy the view of the stunning coastline from a different perspective.
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (1)
All year
This is not a difficult trek, it is approximately 5 km there and back. The route begins in calle Hamburgo. At the end of Levante beach, there is a steep slope which finishes at the Hotel Benikaktus. Continue bordering the mountainous coastline until you come across some white and yellow signs to the left marked as the Castell de Mar (Sea Castle) which should follow in order to reach La Cruz. Continue until you reach a crossroads with two choices of direction:
- To the right, is the Punta Llisera look-out area and where the remains of an Ibero-Roman hamlet can still be seen. There is a staircase leading to the Cueva del Barbero (the Barber’s Cave).
- To the left, the road leads to the Punta de la Escaleta where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Sierra Helada cliffs from a 17th century watch tower.
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (2)
All year
This new itinerary will take you to La Cruz, an extremely pretty spot offering you wonderful views:
This route is catalogued as easy and takes about 3 hours to cover 5 km there and back.
Start the excursion at the Tourist Information Office at Rincón de Loix (between Avenida Derramador, s/n and C/Gerona). From this point, go up the Mountain via C/Gerona, and turn towards the beach along Avda. de L´Ametlla de Mar. At this point you can choose from two directions:
- The first option is to go from Calle Berlin (an extension of Avda. Mediterráneo) towards the crossroads and 0turn right towards the Sierra Dorada Apartments.
- The second choice is to go up Calle Hamburgo and turn left at the first crossroads towards Castell de Mar where you will join up with the previous route.
From this point, start the ascent which offers the most incredible views over the whole coastline. At a certain point along the way, you can go off towards the right which leads to an observation area and from there you can admire the wonderful panoramic views of the cliffs. Alternatively, you can keep going to the left, where at the end of the road you take a little path leading to La Cruz.
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (3)
All year
This trip is more difficult and will test your fitness levels in spite of being rated as easy – moderate. The trek lasts between 3 ½ to 4 hours just one way, covering approximately 8 km, with sloping ground of approximately 400 m.
The degree of difficulty here is due to the nearby cliffs and the lack of fountains, which means you should carry plenty of water on the trek. We recommend you use the signposted route as the alternative, more difficult to follow paths may not be clearly marked.
Starting from La Cruz (as in Route 2), the path is clearly marked in white and yellow, you will have to be alert so as not to lose the path as it can either run on top of the rocks or among the vegetation where halfway through the trail you can rest at a flat area and will have views of the Mitjana Island and the Peñas de Arabí. Going past some ruins located on one of the heights, you will head along a path that will take you towards a TV relay station.
About 50 m before the access gate, follow the path down to the left and parallel to the electricity poles and towards Albir. The path turns off to the right through a small forest to later rejoin the line of cables.
The journey ends on the road leading to the Albir Lighthouse, precisely in the picnic area set up by the Alfaz de Pi Town Council. From here, you can reach Albir and start the journey home again.
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (4)
All year
The difficulty of this trek is low-medium and it lasts approximately 2 hours.
It commences at the Conde de Alfaz Castle or Trinquet Marina Baixa. As you make your way up the path leading to the quarry you will find on your left a tarmacked track that goes up a long steep slope towards the mountain summit where the TV relay station is located. This is the highest point of the Sierra Helada and the view is extremely impressive.
In case you do not want to go down the same route, you can make a round turn and go along the TV relay station path to the Albir picnic area (mentioned above in Route 3).
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (5)
All year
This route is rated low-medium in difficulty, lasts 2 hours and has a sloping ground of approximately 200 m.
The route starts at the TV relay station already mentioned in previous routes. From there you can proceed towards the water treatment plant and take the path that goes towards the right.
Go up the path leading to the highest point of the plant and from there continue on the track leading to the cave.
This cave was a former meeting place for pilgrims who came here to eat the typical mona de Pascua (Easter pastry).
Hiking: Routes in the Sierra Helada (6)
All year
This route has an approximate duration of 2 hours and is rated as low difficulty.
The route starts at the Albir picnic area from where you will head in the direction of a tunnel. Once passing through the tunnel you will see an old road from which you can take in beautiful views of the coastline and the Peñón de Ifach.
Finally, you will arrive at the Albir Lighthouse where you can also see the remains of a watch tower, and again with magnificent views.
IMPORTANT: Both the lighthouse and the tunnel are fenced in.
Adventure Tourism
All year
f you love to experience great adventures we suggest you try our so-called “active tourism”.
This covers all the activities in which tranquillity and relaxation don’t exist!
You can practice canyoning, mountain biking and also discover the underground world by going down into natural caves to admire the work that nature has done over the centuries.
One of the most popular activities is paintball as well as rock climbing, archery and a huge range of other fun activities which will make you want to come back for more.
For more information about this type of tourism please visit this website: www.tururac.com
Benidorm Experience
All year
A ride through Benidorm on scooter,
starting from the Cooltra office you will visit the old town, the famous San Jaime Church (18th century) and stop off at the "Mirador del Castillo" observation point where you can take in the spectacular views.
You will pass by the “Carrer dels Gats” (Street of the Cats), Benidorm Port and Elche Park towards the Cala de Benidorm (Benidorm Cove), visiting Mont Benidorm, pausing at the “La Ermita” lookout point with its impressive views.
After taking a break for refreshment on the Poniente beachfront, you will continue on the Poniente and Levante beach route, Rincón de Loix, visiting Sierra Helada and stopping at the “Mirador de La Cruz” (the cross observation point).
Finally the journey finishes by returning to the Avenida Mediterráneo back towards the office.
Duration: Approx 3 hours.
Distance: Approx. 30 kilometres. You must bring: driving licence valid for driving in Spain, ID or passport and deposit: credit card. PRIOR BOOKING IS NECESSARY.
Bring: Sweater, swimming costume, towel, bottle of water…
Includes: Scooter rental, insurance, safety helmets, petrol, coffee or refreshment and personal tour guide.
A maximum of 10 scooters per guide.
Larger groups can be organised with extra guides.
Coastal-Mountain Trip
All year
On leaving the Cooltra office, you will ride to the old town and stop off at the "Mirador del Castillo", before continuing down to Levante beach to the "Mirador de la Cruz" look-out point.
Afterwards the trip continues to El Albir, passing Altea port until you reach Altea La Olla where you will make another short stop.
The journey then commences to Callosa d'en Sarriá passing through Altea La Vella, the mountains and fruit orchards.
Next you will take a break at the "Fuentes del Algar" springs and waterfalls, stopping for about an hour to cool off in the waterfalls or have a refreshment. Later on in the journey there will be a lunch break.
After lunch, the trip recommences towards Guadalest, stopping at Polop, la Nucía and finally back to Benidorm
Duration: Approx 6 hours.
Distance: Approx. 65 kilometres.
You must bring: driving licence valid for driving in Spain, ID or passport and deposit: credit card. PRIOR BOOKING IS NECESSARY.
Bring: Sweater, swimming costume, towel, bottle of water…
Includes: scooter rental, insurance, safety helmets, petrol, coffee or refreshment and personal tour guide.
A maximum of 10 scooters per guide.
Larger groups can be organised with extra guides.