4.7 / 5Best of Alicante and Cadiz Two Port Package
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An approximate 5-minute complimentary shuttle is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
Alicante Vermut, Tapas, and Castle Visit
Begin your unforgettable experience with a comfortable private taxi ride from the port to the iconic Santa Barbara Castle, majestically perched high above the city of Alicante.
Upon arrival, indulge in a traditional Vermouth Breakfast, featuring a carefully selected range of local vermouths accompanied by freshly baked pastries crafted by skilled nearby artisans. This flavorful start is the perfect introduction to the region's rich culinary traditions.
Following breakfast, embark on a fascinating guided tour of Santa Barbara Castle. Discover the castle's captivating history, explore its ancient walls and towers, and take in breathtaking panoramic views of Alicante and the sparkling Mediterranean coastline below.
After immersing yourself in the castle's heritage, enjoy a leisurely and scenic 15-minute walk descending into the heart of Alicante's charming old town. Here, you will arrive at a welcoming local bodega wine bar, where a delightful tasting awaits. Savor a carefully curated selection of regional wines, paired expertly with artisanal cheeses and traditional jamon, providing an authentic taste of Alicante's renowned culinary culture.
To conclude this enriching journey, relax as you are chauffeured back to the port in a private, reflecting on the wonderful sights, tastes, and experiences of the day.
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Cruise Ship PierSecrets of Cadiz
Experience more than 3000 years of history in just one tour. This Cadiz tour introduces you to Europe's oldest city, a city rich with attractions both modern and ancient. Here's your chance to travel back in time and watch history unfold for yourself.
Your tour begins at the cruise terminal, where you'll meet your guide. From there, you'll board an air-conditioned minibus and proceed toward the first of many points of interests. You will then head towards the outskirts of the city and go over the New Bridge over the ocean to embrace of view of the surrounding villages nearby. From there, you will continue onward to Campo Sur to witness the incredible La Caleta Beach. Although it's a tiny beach, it has served as a big inspiration to the likes of artists and writers like Paco Alba and Carlos Cano and was also the set of a famous secret agent movie! Other notable landmarks include Santa Catalina castle where your guide will take you for a visit. Walk through Genoves Park, the city botanical garden before stopping at Spain Square. Your old town visit will take you to Mina Square, Plaza de las Flores and Cadiz Cathedral among other sights.
The star of the Cadiz sightseeing tour, however, is the final stop: Populo. This medieval quarter that dates back to the 13th century and is widely known for its stone gates, which Christopher Columbus walked through to start his second journey to America. This is also where you will get to enter Cadiz Roman Theater! There's a lot of exploration to do on the 1.5 hour walking portion of your Cadiz tour, and after some free time you will get hungry.
At the conclusion of the tour, your licensed guide will take you to a private wine and cheese tasting event. You will be taken to a 360-degree roof top of a hotel, where they have a few different glasses of sherry (a traditional wine from Andalucia) and some locally made cheese! We utilize lifts to ascend rather than climbing stairs. What a great way to end your day!
The list of attractions above is by no means exclusive; there are dozens more that you will encounter throughout the extensive tour. For a comprehensive look at the city, make your reservation today.