Day Trip to Guadalest, Altea and the Algar Waterfalls from Benidorm
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Day Trip to Guadalest, Altea and the Algar Waterfalls from Benidorm

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$49.00
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Language: English, Spanish
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Duration: 9 hours
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Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the historic town of Guadalest and its medieval castle
  • Marvel at unrivaled panoramic views of the picturesque landscape
  • Explore Altea without stopping to discover special corners
  • Enjoy the viewpoints of Altea towards the Mediterranean
  • Take a bath in the waterfalls of the Algar River
What to expect

Benidorm is the tourist destination par excellence in the province of Alicante, but you can discover other unique places in the surrounding area.

First stop Guadalest. You will leave aside the blue of the sea to marvel at the colors of the Guadalest Reservoir, the main protagonist of this area.

The town has been declared a historical site and an Asset of Cultural Interest for its rich heritage. Enjoy a walking tour with the expert guide to learn about the most relevant places and historical data and, then, you will have free time to enjoy the city's museums.

Halfway between the sea and the mountains is the quiet town of Altea. If you are looking for Mediterranean essence, it offers you six km of coastline, among which its coves and stone beaches stand out.

There is no postcard worth its salt that ignores the great dome of the Church of Consuelo, a key point in the old town of Altea. With the white houses, the cobbled streets and the blue tones of the sea appearing in every nook and cranny, a walk through Altea is a gift. You'll explore its streets on a guided walking tour before having free time for lunch and continue discovering it at your own pace.

In the last part of the excursion we will visit the Fuentes del Algar, a fascinating natural area made up of spectacular waterfalls that provide great biodiversity to the environment. You will have free to take a bath and enjoy this place however you want.

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Where

Passeig els Tolls, Benidorm, Spain

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at Passeig els Tolls, Benidorm, next to the "Hotel La Estación".
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • People with walking difficulties or wheelchair users

Not allowed:

  • Pets (only assistance dogs allowed)
  • Food and drinks on the bus

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes and clothes
  • If you are going to take a swim in the Algar Waterfalls, remember to bring a swimsuit, towel and booties.

Entrance tickets:

  • Discounts on tickets to some museums in Guadalest
  • Entrance to the Algar Waterfalls included
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Provider
BUENDÍA TOURS IBÉRICA S.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.3 /5

Based on 17 reviews from verified customers

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    Sarah

    Verified booking

    5
    September 18, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Everything was as we expected . Guide very good stops explained. Plenty of time for each stop. Didn't feel rushed. Coach very comfortable. Everything great.

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    Big Bri

    Verified booking

    5
    August 28, 2025

    Traveled with family

    Danny, the tour guide was brilliant. Guadalest and Altea were beautiful relaxing places to visit. We weren't too keen on Algar waterfalls due to the absolute huge amount of people there which spoils the experience. On a side note the pick up point in Benidorm is outside the Hotel la Estación which is opposite the police station. Just wait on the side of the road and the bus will arrive.

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    Alex

    Verified booking

    4.6
    June 7, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends

    Pickup point was clear, bus was perfectly on time. Danny our guide was fantastic, informative and clear. Air-conditioned bus with a brilliant driver. Great amount of time in each place. However I would say the arrival at Altea was to early as all the shops were still shut and not much to do as walking to the beach would take too long. But, we just got a glass of sangria and enjoyed the view and church. Highly recommend the trip. Guadalest was beautiful and would have loved more time to explore

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    Sue

    Verified booking

    4.6
    January 9, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    The meeting point was a bit confusing as it said the bus station in Benidorm first, then underneath said the entrance to the hotel of the station which didn't make sense to me. I wasn't aware that the bus station had a hotel so we wasted time wandering around the bus station trying to find the bus. Once on board, we had a great day out though. Our guide Danny was very knowledgeable.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    September 17, 2025

    This is a full day of walking. The three places are beautiful so I would definitely recommend. All of the stuff members was excellent. And i definitely would recommend.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5
    April 19, 2025

    We totally loved our day out! Weather wasn't on our side but we didn't let that stop us! Had the best day and even had a swim in the waterfalls! Karen the tour guide was Amazing! Would definately do it again!

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