Tabarca Island Tour 1

Tabarca Island

Tabarca, is the smallest inhabited island in the Mediterranean, the first nature reserve in all Spain, declared a historic-artistic complex for the beauty of its walls and heritage, a special protection area for birds and a place of interest community by the European Union. Tabarca is one of the prides of Alicante, locals and visitors fall in love with it thanks to its charm, its protection of the marine environment with a dreamlike aquatic flora, a snorkelling paradise, its seafood cuisine and, of course, its sunsets.

However, if we look back a few centuries, it was just the opposite, the Alicante´s nightmare. Although Tabarca has always been linked to the sea, its history is marked by misfortune, by the scarcity of resources, by smuggling, by the corsairs and pirates who inhabited it and who took advantage of it to constantly attack the province of Alicante. A cursed island that nobody wanted to inhabit until the end of the 18th century, except for the most feared corsairs of the Mediterranean.

Spending a day in Tabarca is a superb experience. We can just provide the guide, or arrange transportation and lunch in the Island. Please, let us know your needs and we will organize the best option for you.

PRICE:

  • Tour guide: 230€ per group
  • Ship Alicante Tabarca: 22€ per person
  • Lunch in Tabarca: 22-30€ per person
Alicante gastronomic Tour 1

Alicante Gastronomic Tour

During this 3 hours tour, we will visit the Central Market while we try different local food at the Market stalls.

The Alicante Central Market is the largest indoor market in Spain. It is hundred years old and the centre of the social life in Alicante since it was built.

Even if it is one step away of the main tourist attractions, it is still a local Market where most of the stalls have been owned by the same families through generations.

We will talk about its history and Alicante gastronomy while interacting with the owners of the stalls.

Since the Market only opens until 2:30pm, the tour must start at least 3 hours before.

We can offer two different kinds of “menus” depending on your budget:

Option 1:

Two savoury local pies, assortment of olives, gourmet salted fish (hueva, mojama and fish crust), assortment of local tomatoes, cold sausages from Alicante mountains, Iberian ham tasting (the 4 existing qualities of Iberian ham) and seasonal fruits. Price: 15€ per person.

Option 2:

Two savoury local pastries, red tuna toast, wine tasting (a red and a white wine DO Alicante), 2 cold sausages and 2 cheeses, Iberian ham tasting (the 4 existing qualities of Iberian ham), tomato salad, season fruits, turron (traditional sweet) and a local liquor.  Price: 25€ per person.

Do you want something different? Do you have vegetarians in your party? Would you like to include other things like scallops or octopus? Just tell us what you need and we will tailor the experience to your needs.

Half day Trip to Elche 1

Half day Trip to Elche

Elche is a city about 30 minutes away from Alicante. There are two Wold Heritage by the UNESCO: The Palm Trees Parks (largest palm tree farm in Europe) and a theatre playwright that takes place at The Basilica de Santa María.
Also, Elche was the most important Roman town in the area. However, the actual Elche was founded by the arabs. Therefore, one of the most important remains is the Calahorra Tower, almost a thousand years old.

Also, the 43% of the footwear produced in Spain is produced in Elche. Therefore, some shopping is mandatory!

From Alicante, we can get to Elche by public transportation or by private bus. Or, if you just need the guide, let us know!

Do you want to visit Elche? Are you interested in Shopping? Would you like to have lunch there? Just tell us what you need!

PRICE:

Guide: 160€ per group
Public transportation: 10€ per person
Private bus: Depending on amount of people. 300€-400€
Lunch in Elche: 25€ per person

Alicante at a glance Overview from the Sea

Alicante at a glance

This is the best seller tour. The must do tour when you want to discover the city of Alicante.

During this tour, depending on your needs, we can visit the main attractions in the old town and/or the Castle. If you want to visit both on the same tour, this will last at least 3 hours.

We could walk up to the Castle, or, take the elevator (extra 2,70€ per person).

Alicante city has been destroyed four different times, which means that there is a lot of hidden history, stories and legends. During this tour we will discover the main monuments, but we can combine it, or, focus on the hidden history behind the scenes. We are well known for our entertaining style. History, legends and our own local experiences.

Can´t you decide? No worries! We help you to decide depending on your group needs. Retired people? School groups? Friends? Company outgoings? Bachelorette? Travel agencies? We provide tailored experiences, do not hesitate to ask.

Tour de cocina de Paella y Sangría

Paella & Sangría Cooking Experience

Eating Paella and drinking Sangría is a must when visiting Spain. But if on top of that you learn how to cook them, the experience will be superb!

During this workshop you will learn how to cook an authentic Alicante style Paella and Sangria. The Paella we suggest is shrimp and cuttle fish, since it is the traditional from the area, but we can cook any flavour you prefer.

All the ingredients are fresh, bought at the Central Market. Just a few minutes away from the workshop place.

In fact, if you are available in the morning (the Market opens only until 2:30pm), we can visit the Market and buy the ingredients all together for no extra cost.

Along with the Paella and Sangría, we prepare some local aperitives such as tomato salad with salted fish (that we previously torch), a cold sausage from Alicante mountains and Iberian Ham. As a dessert, you will enjoy the best seasonal local fruits.

Are there any vegetarians in your party? Do not worry! We can cook a fish/meat paella and, also, a vegetarian one. We can also provide vegetarian aperitives.

If available, we can also offer a guitar player to play a few songs at the end of the experience, as the icing on the cake. If interested, please, ask for prices and availability.

The minimum requested for this experience is 10 people. If you do not reach the number, you can also join the set-up activity for individual travellers. (añadir link)

Please, if you are interested, contact us. Tell us what you need, and we will be happy to help.