The beach and the good weather are the most liked things of the Spanish east, and which makes year by year one of the places most visited by tourists from all over the world, and locals, of course. But outside the summer season and far from the coast there are also alternatives to enjoy Alicante, Valencia, and Castellón. If you have never been to the Valencian Community, you will understand why, apart from its people, its gastronomy and its time, it is a place to return to again and again. If you do not have time to make these 10 plans, go organize your next visit to Valencian lands.
1. Tour Through Valencia’s Old Quarter & Horchata
Discover all the secrets that surround Valencia with a guided tour through the main streets of the city. The route will start in Paz St., passing through important places like the city council, the Central Market, or the Redonda Plaza. Of course, we can’t miss the visit to the Lonja de la Seda. And, is there something more Valencian than the horchata? The guides will invite you to drink one Alboraya, accompanied by Fartons.
2. Parachute Jump From Castellón de la Plana
In the Pinar airdrome, you can make your dream come true and jump to the void, from 4000 meters in height. You will board a light aircraft with an instructor, and when the pilot reaches the indicated height, you will make the most exciting jump in your life. All of this, with all the views of the Castellón de la Plana coasts as the cherry on the top.
3. Helicopter Flight Over Benidorm
Travel through the city full of skyscrapers with a helicopter, is an opportunity you can’t miss. Indulge your whims during your next vacations and cross from the skies the different streets and beaches of the Alicante’s location. Also, so you can submerge in the world of piloting, you will receive a previous theory class, to learn how these crafts work.
4. “Time Portal” Escape Room in Benimaclet
Don’t miss this trending game, the Escape Room, and try to exit the room before the 60 minutes end. You with your friends will be the chosen one by the Merlin Wizard to face and fight the cruel Morgana witch. Would you be capable to defeat the enemy and escape in time?
5. Horseback Ride in Moreira
Enjoy a country day with a 90-minute horseback ride through Morella. After a brief pre-class and with the basic knowledge about acquired mounts, you will start a walk through the field in which the monitor will lead the route and help you with everything you need. This activity is suitable after 10 years, so it is perfect to enjoy as a family.
6. Jet Ski Route from Moraira to Cabo de la Nao
With this complete tour, you can visit the most beautiful coves and caves in Alicante. The bike will allow you to reach places inaccessible in another way, such as the Granadella cove, Moral creek, and Cumbre del Sol cove. You will feel the thrill of flying over the water and reaching other beautiful spots such as the Strait of the Discoverer or the Cabo de la Nao.
7. Pilot For A Day in Manises
Have you ever imagined, be you who pilots a plane? Well in Valencia you can stop imagining to take the controls of a Cessna 150. From the airport of Manises, you will receive a theoretical class, and later under the supervision and help of the pilot, you can take the controls from the flight. We are sure that it will be one of the most incredible experiences of your life. In addition, you will have the opportunity to take a companion with you.
8. Quad Route Through Alcoceber
Starting from the Puerto Deportivo de Alcocéber, you will enjoy a quad route through the Sierra de Irta. They will be 40 kilometers full of adventure and fun to know a little more this area of Castellón. The vehicles are a two-seater, so you can be accompanied by whoever you choose, yes, it is essential that the person who pilots have a driver's license.
9. Bungee Jump From the Siete Lunas Bridge
In the province of Alicante, specifically in the town of Alcoy, is one of the bridges with more activity in the country, the bridge of the Seven Moons. From 30 meters high you can launch yourself into the void and end the stress that you accumulate in a stroke, for your peace of mind, you will jump subject to a harness and with the greatest possible security.
10. Rafting Through the Cabriel
In inner part of Valencia, near the municipality of Venta del Moro, you can experience an exciting descent in rafting. The whitewater will make the pneumatic raft descend at full speed down the river, although there will be some sections in which you have to paddle all. You will be accompanied by a rafter that will guide the journey and encouraging you to coordinate.