Valencia Xativa Castle and Albufera Lagoon Private Tour

Valencia, Spain
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Duration8h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the soul of Valencia on this full-day private tour, blending history, nature, and authentic cuisine. Travel south from Valencia through scenic mountain passes, and charming villages to the historic town of Xàtiva, once a key city of the Kingdom of Valencia. Rising above the town, Xàtiva Castle crowns twin mountain peaks, offering panoramic views of the fertile plains below. Explore its Iberian, Roman, and medieval sections while hearing stories of empires and the Borgia family. Enjoy a coffee break before strolling Xàtiva’s old town, with cobbled streets, fountains, and Baroque architecture.
The journey continues to Albufera Natural Park, a serene wetland and Spain’s largest freshwater lagoon, alive with birdlife, reed beds, and scenic rice fields. As the birthplace of paella, savor a traditional Valencian paella lunch cooked over wood fire with locally grown rice and lagoon views, followed by a relaxing boat ride on the lagoon—a true taste of Valencia’s heritage.

What's included

  • Private expert guide
  • Xativa Castle entrances. NOT available on Mondays
  • Private well-conditioned vehicle with AC
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Castell De Xativa
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Xàtiva Castle is a dramatic hilltop fortress in Xàtiva, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into centuries of medieval history through its towers, walls, and ancient ruins.
    NOT available on Mondays!
  2. Parque Natural de la Albufera
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Albufera Natural Park in Valencia is a peaceful wetland reserve known for its freshwater lagoon, rice fields, rich birdlife, and beautiful sunsets just outside the city.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Each of our tours is private and customizable, including your start and end locations. Our guides will pick you up from a location of your choice at the beginning of each tour and drop you off where you prefer. All pick-ups and drop-offs must be in or around Valencia city center (including the bus and train stations) or the port of Valencia. We are happy to coordinate pick-ups or drop-offs outside of the city center, including in neighboring towns or at the airport for an additional fee. Please inquire for more information.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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