Top Valencia Day Trips

From Valencia: Day Tour in Peniscola, Game of Thrones

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

From Valencia: Montanejos Thermal Pools + Hiking, Rafting, Kayak

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit the Caves of San José the convenient way, with this half-day trip from Valencia. You will discover the origins of the caves, witness their evolution throughout the years, and behold the breathtaking views of the Sierra de Espadán Natural Park. An amazing underground labyrinth where the magic of nature comes to life. Stalactites and stalagmites intertwine in a stone dance, while vast rooms reveal the grandeur hidden beneath our feet.

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia with Local Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover three of the most beautiful villages on the Costa Blanca on a full-day tour from Valencia, perfect for the whole family. A comfortable and complete experience with local guide, designed so you don’t have to worry about transportation or planning, while enjoying some of the most special corners of the Mediterranean. We started in Villajoyosa, a charming seaside village famous for its colorful houses by the sea and its authentic atmosphere. You can also visit the Chocolate Museum, one of its most characteristic places. Continue to Benidorm, where skyscrapers blend with wide beaches and panoramic views from the viewpoint, with the iconic Bali Hotel as a reference. We finish in Altea, considered ''the Spanish Santorini'' with its white old town, cobblestone streets and open sea views. Free time to walk and take pictures. A complete excursion combining culture, coastline and unforgettable scenery.

Costa Blanca Tour from Valencia: Altea, Villajoyosa & Benidorm

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Guadalest, Altea and Algar Fountains entrance from Valencia

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Montanejos is the perfect full-day escape from Valencia, choose nature, relaxation, and adventure. Swim in the famous Blue Lagoon, admire the breathtaking Salto de la Novia waterfall, or add some adrenaline with hiking, rafting, or kayaking. Rafting & kayaking only from April to September. Option 1 – Adventure: Montanejos + (Hiking / Rafting / Kayaking) Choose one activity: a guided 7 km beautiful hike, rafting on the Mijares River or kayaking on the calm Reservoir. Afterward, relax at the Blue Lagoon and enjoy a picnic. Rafting & kayaking only from April to September. Option 2 – Relax: Montanejos + Salto de la Novia Visit the impressive Salto de la Novia 60 mts waterfall. Enjoy the thermal waters, explore the village, and relax by the river. Itinerary Departure from Valencia. On arrival 3h Activities with professional guides. Basic fitness and Swimming skills are mandatory. After Relax at Fuente de los Baños (23–25°C year-round) before returning to Valencia.

Valencia-Montanejos: Choose Hiking, Rafting or Relax

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Peñíscola on a one day trip from Valencia Follow in the footsteps of Papa Luna and fall in love with Peñíscola, a stunning coastal town just a short trip from Valencia. Discover its medieval old town, panoramic views from Papa Luna’s Castle and the golden sands of Playa Norte. History and beauty featured in Game of Thrones Famous for its role in Game of Thrones in 2015 and declared a Historic Conservation Area in 1972, Peñíscola in the province of Castellón blends history and cinematic charm. Wander its cobbled streets, explore the 14th-century castle rising 64 meters above the blue sea, and admire breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. Sun, Sea & Relaxation at Playa Norte Wrap up your day on Playa Norte, perfect for sunbathing and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Peñíscola.

From Valencia: Day trip to Peniscola, (City, Castle & Beach)

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

Old Town Guided Tour: Photo Opportunity at Plaza de la Virgen

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Xàtiva, a city with more than 3,000 years of history and birthplace of the Papas Borja. Despite its size, it has been the scene of key moments in the history of the Iberian peninsula. The tour begins at the Castle of Xàtiva, located high on the mountain, where you will enjoy spectacular views as you explore its past, from Hannibal Barca to the Reconquista de Jaume I. We will continue through the old town, known for its many fountains, visiting places such as the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria, where you will know the history of the Borges, and the Museum of Fine Arts, which reflects the destruction of the city in 1707 during the War of Succession. The tour ends at 13:30 h.

Full Xátiva from Valencia castle and museum included

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Albufera Natural Park Tour from Valencia: Boat Ride & Local Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Put the map away and enjoy a guided tour that takes you through the historic center of Valencia. You won’t have to worry about navigating, so you can concentrate on the amazing sights and views. Save time and see three different World Heritage Sites in a day, including the Silk Exchange, and the Water Tribunal. This tour is a perfect option for travelers interested in seeing Valencia’s must-see sights and learning about its history. Other sights you’ll see include the Central Market, City Hall, and Queen’s Square.

Essentials of Valencia and its World Heritage Sites

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Have only a short amount of time to explore Valencia? Enjoy a fun way to travel—and see many of the city’s top landmarks—on this small-group tuk-tuk tour. Meet your guide in the city center, and hop aboard: you’ll discover Valencia’s Old Town, will visit the City of Arts and Sciences, will admire the marina and postcard-perfect beach, and will learn the stories behind the sights as you go.

Valencia Complete Tour by Tuk Tuk

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Maximum 8 people. Experience the natural beauty of the Valencian Community with a day trip to Montanejos. This tour includes a visit to the region's stunning hot springs, where you can relax in warm waters year-round. Enjoy a scenic 30-minute hike that will take you to breathtaking viewpoints. We'll take a 30-minute walk to discover stunning locations, learn incredible stories, and end at a viewpoint with spectacular views. There are amazing secrets you'll uncover if you book with us. Discover the largest navigable cave in Europe on a guided boat tour along the underground river of the Cave of San José. Ideal for families, this adventure combines relaxation and exploration with an expert local guide. - Minimum of 2 people. - Swim in the Montanejos hot springs and hike through the forest. - Explore the Cave of San José with a guided boat tour. - Includes private transportation and guide.

Desde Valencia: Aguas termales de Montanejos y Cuevas San Jose

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Valencia is the unquestioned home of paella. Avoid tourist traps and master the art of the classic Valencian paella—made with chicken and rabbit, not seafood—during this cooking class. Browse the Ruzafa Market alongside Spanish chefs. Then, learn to make sangria as you enjoy some welcome tapas bites before settling down to craft Spain’s signature dish. Finally, feast on the fruits of your labor with your fellow classmates

Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Fun, City to Beach bike tour. Small groups + BikeGuyVLC Tips App!

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Escape the heat and discover Valencia’s coolest adventure: cruise through the San José Caves’ underground river and enjoy a refreshing hidden waterfall in a full-day excursion. Start your experience at the San José Caves, home to Europe’s longest navigable underground river. Board a small boat and glide through crystal-clear waters, impressive rock formations, and spectacular underground passages in a truly unique setting. The adventure continues at the Salto de la Novia waterfall, a hidden natural gem where nature, history, and local legends come together. Discover its fascinating story. Surrounded by lush scenery and refreshing waters, it’s the perfect spot to relax, take photos, and enjoy a break from the summer heat. With transport, tickets, and a local guide included, you only need to sit back and enjoy two unforgettable locations most visitors never experience. *Official guide speaks your chosen language; the boat ride, run by local boatmen, may be in Spanish only.

Valencia San José Caves Tour and Summer Waterfall Day Trip

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Two wineries tour with wine tasting

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Surely you have heard the traditional "Paella Valenciana" many times, however, I suppose you have not had the opportunity to delve into a real kitchen and learn the secrets of this traditional and famous dish from expert chefs. Do you want to discover the most traditional recipes of Spanish and Valencian cuisine? If the answer is yes, come with us. We are a school with more than 12 years of experience, and from the first day we opened our doors we have made a strong commitment to gastronomic tourism. For us it is exciting and very enriching to be able to transfer a piece of Mediterranean gastronomy to any corner of the world. We have chefs who are fluent in different languages, so there is no barrier and you can easily discover the most authentic dishes while having a great time, we warn you that there will be plenty of laughter!

Valencian paella workshop and visit to the Algiros market

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Outdoor lovers who enjoy swimming in natural settings will love this day tour to some of the most beautiful swimming spots around Valencia. Pack your favorite bathing suit because you’ll be using it a lot. Start the day at the Bridal Veil Falls, where you can swim in the plunge pool. Next, warm up in the thermal waters of the Blue Pools. After lunch, check out canyons, waterspouts, and the dam.

Adventures day: Thermal Springs, Waterfalls, private guesthouse

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the city without the hassle of arranging transportation or planning a route to Valencia’s remote natural attractions. This guided day trip takes you to the thermal springs of Montanejos, where you can relax in mineral-rich waters surrounded by scenic landscapes. A visit to a nearby waterfall adds another highlight to the experience, making it an easy way to combine nature, wellness, and sightseeing in a single outing.

From Valencia: Montanejos Thermal Spring & Girlfriend Waterfall

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Shore Excursion: City Tour with Tapas in 11th Century Monument

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Set sail from the port of Valencia on a fully-equipped motorboat designed for comfort and adventure. Perfect for families and friends, this rental allows you to relax and enjoy the sea with a range of exciting activities, including paddleboarding, snorkeling, or wakeboarding and donut. Enjoy drinks while soaking up the sun or lounging in the shade. With a maximum capacity of 10 people plus a skipper, you can explore the beautiful coastline at your leisure. - Enjoy a spacious motorboat with amenities for up to 10 guests - Includes drinks, snorkeling gear, and water sports equipment *donut and wakeboard are extra - Comfortable seating and dining areas inside and outside - Option to extend your cruise for more time on the water

Valencia Private Motorboat Rental with drinks

1 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Altea: Considered to be the most beautiful and most photographed town on the Costa Blanca, it inspired many artists and painters for decades. Beautiful old town, its narrow cobbled streets, stairs, alleys decorated with hundreds of colorful plants, that you can’t resist to take photos of, and the views will remain for forever in your memories. And don’t forget Alteas beaches. They are so beautiful that they have inspired many many famous artist and painters. Benidorm: Known as the “New York of the Mediterranean” is the second Spanish city with more skyscrapers after Madrid. An impressive place with a wonderful natural environment and modern skyscrapers.

From Valencia: Altea and Benidorm Day Trip

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Avoid tourist traps and learn to master one of Spain's most storied dishes—the ever-popular seafood paella—during this cooking class in Valencia. With all equipment provided, it's easy to follow your guide's step-by-step instructions. Shop for ingredients at the hip Ruzafa Market, then enjoy a sangria-making workshop while your paella simmers. Finish by feasting on your creations with newfound friends.

Seafood Paella cooking class Sangria workshop & Local Market

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

Jasmine_M, Sep 2026

Wonderful way to experience Valencian classics

Paula was an exceptional guide and host for our group. The group consisted of all different nationalities, complemented by Paula’s unique perspective as a person not native to Valencia or Spain in general, but who thoroughly enjoyed Spanish history. Her perspectives and humor made the historical walking portion of the tour very enjoyable. The second portion of the experience was set at a cozy venue and served as a great way to relax and chat with everyone else in the group while filling ourselves with local wines and tapas. I did not leave hungry so come prepared to leave satisfied!

Valencia Complete Tour by Tuk Tuk

Gwen_F, Sep 2026

Much to see and learn

The doorway to the checkin point is at Calle de Xativa 22, adjacent to the Estacion Nord train station. Our excellent guide Kino took us to historical sites and to the beach, but the highlight was at the City of Arts and Sciences, where we admired the beauty of the complex while he explained the significance of each building, and the architects' and engineers' concepts to bring together art, nature and science for all to enjoy. Read less

Essentials of Valencia and its World Heritage Sites

Shoubhik_D, Sep 2026

Fantastic Tour to Experience Valencia

Maria was our guide for the trip. She was passionate about Valencia and took it on herself to present the best of her city to us in 2 hours. Other than visiting historical monuments and interesting sites, she explained the history and politics of the place which gave us context. Maria took special care to be on time to show us the functioning of the Irrigation Tribunal, which was incidentally taking place at the day & time of our tour. Valencia is a beautiful city and this tour is possibly the best introduction to Valencia.

Fun, City to Beach bike tour. Small groups + BikeGuyVLC Tips App!

Andrew_C, Aug 2026

Wonderful taste of Valencia on a bike!

Our guide was very knowledgeable. Provided us with good bike equipment and valuable information throughout the tour. He was energetic, funny and memorized everybody’s names there were 10 of us in this group. It was very hard that day, but we managed. We stopped the water breaks I recommend this at the beginning of your visit because he points out points of interest. Then after the ride, you’re free to explore more deeply those places that you have interest in.

Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop

Rachel_W, Aug 2026

Must try! Highly recommended. 10/10

Highly recommended, the best way to experience València paella history and cooking fun! Really well organised, easy to find the meeting spot, the guide and hosts were 10/10! Relaxing and friendly atmosphere throughout; the kitchen was well equipped and with air conditioning; I went with my 14 years old son and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Great value for money.

From Valencia: Day Tour in Peniscola, Game of Thrones

Mikenna_A, Aug 2026

Peniscola, Espana

10/10 Peñíscola Tour ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 experience in Peñíscola, España! 🇪🇸☀️ This tour was absolutely amazing! Our guides went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed, especially in the August 13th heat. They kept us hydrated with plenty of ice-cold water, made sure we had lots of bathroom breaks, and gave us plenty of opportunities to cool off in the AC. We got to explore the beautiful Peñíscola Castle and see some of the incredible locations where Game of Thrones was filmed! 🏰🐉 We also had free time to explore on our own, which was the perfect addition to the tour. The guides were knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the day. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! I highly recommend this tour, especially to all my Game of Thrones fans! 🐉❤️ If you’re visiting Spain, Peñíscola is definitely worth adding to your itinerary! 🇪🇸✨

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia with Local Guide

Giancarlo_J, Aug 2026

The actual experience is...

The actual experience is about 45 minutes but it’s definitely worth it. It’s one of the more surprising places I’ve seen. Each boat has 10-14 people. If you’d rather have a more personal experience and kayak that’s also a possibility at the location with a different type of excursion.

Valencian paella workshop and visit to the Algiros market

Denise_M, Aug 2026

Super fun experience to...

Super fun experience to have with friends and family. There were 4 tables of 8 at the Valencia Culinary Cocina and everyone got a chance to contribute to cooking the meal. The chefs are engaging and explained every step of the process and the meal and wine were excellent and plentiful. Highly recommend!

Albufera Natural Park Tour from Valencia: Boat Ride & Local Guide

David_I, Aug 2026

The tour was excellent...

The tour was excellent and the guides knowledge incredible. Stunning views across the albufera both from land on the boat while learning about the history and current use of the locations. It was incredible to see the sunset from the boat across the waters. Did have a bit of a wait (30mins) for it while out on the water in the heat, but I imagine you get there early to get a good spot and the tour can’t start later or other points at the start would be unavailable. Was still overall an incredible 5* experience.

Adventures day: Thermal Springs, Waterfalls, private guesthouse

Andrew_C, Jun 2026

Great day out

Fantastic day visiting the Montanejos Thermal pools. Great to see a fellow Australian Nic as the tour guide. He was amazing and made the day lots of fun. He took photos in the water so you didn’t have to worry about your camera. The driver Jaun was amazing too and such a smooth driver . Recommend this tour to everyone it was a great day out

From Valencia: Montanejos Thermal Spring & Girlfriend Waterfall

Beverly_D, Jun 2026

Great day out well worth booking

Great trip . Think it would be a good idea to tell travellers to meet at the coffee shop near the football stadium as we were not sure we were in the right place . The bus was great fully air conditioned. First stop waterfalls would recommend trainers as it’s a steep walk down and you can climb higher . After that lunch in the square lovey really nice sandwiches reasonable price . There are natural water fountains to fill water bottles at the waterfall and the pools . Very windy roads to the top so if you are travel sick you need to prepare for this . Tour guide was all prepared for this with plastic bags we did have someone v sick she was brought to the front of the bus and was better . I get travel sick but had a tablet and was fine . Waterfall was nice and the pools lovely nice swim right amount of time in each place . Changing rooms at the pools and toilets and a small shop . Surprise stop was beautiful as well . Our guide was amazing speaking 5 languages very organised friendly and knowledgeable so helpful . The photographer was also really nice taking lots of pictures and of course we had an amazing bus driver . Really enjoyable day worth the money .

Seafood Paella cooking class Sangria workshop & Local Market

Patricia_L, Nov 2025

Wonderful cooking class - highly recommend!

This cooking class was one of the absolute highlights of our trip to Spain. Guillermo (?) led our market visit, and Jose and Christine were the fantastic chefs who taught our class. They are absolute stars! We opted for the seafood paella option, and all the participants had a chance to prepare the ingredients and cook. Jose gave great instructions and lots of useful tips, and Christine showed us how to make delicious sangria. They had a great rapport and really seemed to enjoy teaching. We enjoyed meeting the other participants, and there was great conversation and a lot of laughter. We highly recommend this class!!