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- English
- Spanish
Escape to Elche on a half-day private tour filled with palm groves, history, and local charm. Begin with a stroll through Huerto del Cura Garden, known for its exotic trees and the iconic Imperial Palm (entrance optional). Then, enjoy a scenic drive through the UNESCO-listed Palmeral of Elche, with photo stops among the palm-lined avenues. Continue to Elche’s Old Town to admire the baroque façade of Santa María Basilica (exterior visit) and walk through the elegant Glorieta Square, surrounded by cafés and historic buildings. There’s also time for a brief stop by the Town Hall or nearby modernist architecture. End the experience with an optional countryside viewpoint, offering quiet views over orchards, hills, or the Vinalopó River basin. With flexible timing and local insights from your English-speaking driver, this relaxing ride from Alicante blends nature, history, and authentic Spanish culture into one refreshing escape.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
Itinerary
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Hotel pickup. Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Alicante at a convenient time of your choice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stroll through or admire from the outside this lush botanical garden, home to the famous Imperial Palm.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Palmeral Viewpoint Drive. Enjoy a scenic drive through Europe’s largest palm grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Elche Old Town & Santa María Basilica. Discover Elche’s historic center and its grand baroque basilica (exterior visit).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Glorieta Square or Town Hall for a short stroll. Take a short walk through a lively local square or view the elegant town hall façade.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Optional viewpoint stop on the way back (mountain/countryside). Pause for countryside or mountain photos at a peaceful scenic overlook.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4–8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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