Guadalest

From Alicante / Benidorm: Guadalest Castle Tour with Transfer

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About this tour

Discover one of Spain's most beautiful medieval towns and explore the Guadalest Castle. Enjoy amazing views of the mountains and a mesmerizing lake that is a soft turquoise color. Relax and enjoy our comfortable car ride from convenient meeting points in Alicante and Benidorm. Be driven for about 60 minutes, during which you can enjoy the beautiful mountain views and lush landscapes.

Stop at Guadalest Castle where you can purchase a ticket. Step back in time on a walking tour with your driver, offering both a historical journey and some of the most spectacular scenery in Spain.

Perched high on a rocky crag Guadalest Castle is a breathtaking medieval fortress offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and turquoise reservoir below. Originally built by the Moors in the 11th century, this historic site has played a strategic defensive role throughout the centuries.

As you explore, you’ll enter through the Portal de San José, a tunnel carved into the rock that leads into the charming old town of Guadalest. Inside the castle complex, you can visit the ruins of the Castle of San José, which was heavily damaged in earthquakes and battles yet still retains its historical charm. The Bell Tower, dramatically perched on a cliff, is an iconic symbol of Guadalest.

Visitors can also purchase a ticket to the Orduña House, an 18th-century noble residence filled with period furnishings and artifacts. The town itself is filled with quaint cobblestone streets, numerous museums (Museum of Microminiatures, the Museum of Microgiants, the Museum of Salt and Pepper Shaker, the Ethnological Museum), and artisan shops offering local crafts, souvenirs, and delicacies.

During your walk, you will be always accompanied by your driver.

What to expect

Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Reserve now, pay laterKeep your plans flexible — book your spot today, pay nothing now

Duration: 4 hoursDeparts at 10:00 AM, returns by 2:00 PM

Pickup includedCollected from your hotel or a central meeting point in Alicante

Small groupMaximum 11 participants for a personal experience

Skip the lineAll visits are pre-arranged — no waiting at the entrance

Highlights

Explore the medieval castle and the town of Guadalest
Enjoy the amazing mountain views and a mesmerizing lake
Have the chance to explore numerous museums and local shops
Purchase local food and drinks with panoramic views of the mountains and castle

Features

What’s included

Round-trip transfer from meeting point in a comfortable vehicle
English-, Spanish-, and Russian-speaking driver
A walk accompanied by a driver through the medieval castle

What is not included

Entrance fees to the museums, Orduna House, and the Castle of San Jose (4-8 EUR each)
Food and drinks
Tips

Additional information

Not suitable for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Camera

Not allowed

Smoking in the vehicle
Food in the vehicle
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately (the area can be cooler than the coastal regions).
The castle and museum are located at a higher elevation (ensure you are comfortable with heights).
Photography is allowed, but the use of flash may be restricted in certain areas inside the museums.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible due to the uneven and steep paths.