Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Peñíscola, an enchanting destination on the Spanish Mediterranean coast. This trip offers an immersion into breathtaking landscapes and fascinating historical sites. Explore the lands of Baix Maestrat and its ancient olive trees, discover the natural beauty of Jérica and the Palancia River, and uncover the wild authenticity of Alt Maestrat with its cave art treasures. Venture into the Mediterranean jungle of Sierra de Espadán, walk along the pristine coasts of Sierra d'Irta, and be captivated by the fortified city of Peñíscola, with its rich Templar and papal history. Each day promises enriching hikes, delicious tastings, and cultural discoveries, all crowned by comfortable stays in a 4-star hotel. Prepare for a memorable experience combining nature, history, and gastronomy.
SUD EVASION ADVANTAGES
- ● Lunch at a restaurant every day (except days 6 and 7)
● Visit to an olive grove with professional olive oil tasting
● City tour of Peñíscola with a craft beer tasting at the end of the day
Day 1 - DEPARTURE TO VALENCIA
Meeting at the airport according to departure schedule. Formalities and boarding for the flight to Valencia. Upon arrival, welcome by our guide. Transfer by coach to the 4-star hotel in Benicassim (110km). Check-in and Welcome Aperitif. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2 - HIKE AMONG THE ANCIENT OLIVE TREES OF BAIX MAESTRAT
Breakfast. Full-day excursion with a hike: the lands of Baix Maestrat are known for having the highest concentration of ancient olive trees in the world (some over 2,500 years old). In the region, we literally find thousands of these majestic specimens, a sea of authentic olive trees. Along a simple route, we will cross the historic center of Canet lo Roig and, walking through rural paths, discover its natural and cultural history as well as spectacular examples of these living monuments. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a professional tasting of extra virgin olive oil from 2 local varieties, authentic olive juices made from ancient olive trees by an expert local producer. Afterwards, we will go to the neighboring town of Traiguera to visit the Royal Sanctuary of Font de la Salut, one of only five royal sanctuaries in Spain. During the day, lunch at Casa dels Capellans, one of its spectacular seasonal menus – you have to experience it to believe it! Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 - HIKE IN JÉRICA AND ALONG THE PALANCIA RIVER
Breakfast. Full-day excursion with a hike: Where the Palancia River unfolds to flow towards its mouth, we find Jérica. Water accompanies us, starting from the historic springs of Randurías. We will continue along the riverbank, then move inland, passing through the aquatic area of Los Chorradores, up to the natural monument of Vuelta de la Hoz: impressive cuts in a fluvial karst landscape unlike few others. After learning the ins and outs of this ecosystem, we will ascend to the medieval historic center of Jérica: walls, towers, and gates that precede the famous Mudejar tower of Alcudia, unique in its kind in the Valencian Community. Finally, we will visit the Viver cooperative, recognized for its fantastic work in recovering traditional crops and as an excellent agro-tourism experience. We will visit it and taste its products. Lunch at the Cooperative. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 - HIKE IN ALT MAESTRAT
Breakfast. Full-day excursion with a hike: The Alt Maestrat region is probably one of the wildest areas in the interior of Castellón. The town of Ares, a legendary town and an essential passage between the interior and coastal regions, boasts several natural and cultural gems worth visiting. Strolling through landscapes of limestone rock, black pines, and holm oaks, we will find ourselves in Ares, atop its imposing peak, which dominates a vast sea of mountains as far as the eye can see. Traditional lunch at a restaurant. After a short ascent, we will visit the most spectacular evidence of cave painters from 8,500 years ago, a time when humans began to settle in the territory: the Cova Remigia. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 - HIKE IN THE MEDITERRANEAN JUNGLE
Breakfast. Full-day excursion with a hike: The Sierra de Espadán is not only a large mountain range in Valencian territory and an invaluable ecological corridor between the humid, wild, and continental interior and the subtropical agricultural coast. It is what some of us know as the authentic Mediterranean jungle, a forest that shelters the wildest and best-preserved cork oak forests in this part of the Mediterranean. It was the homeland of the Muslims who, in the 16th century, sought to establish an independent territory to escape the impositions of Christian rulers. We will visit the heart of the natural park in the beautiful town of Aín, ascending towards its castle among the cork oaks. Return via the town of Mascarell, a fortified gem nestled among orange groves. Lunch will be provided at a restaurant. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Option to extend the circuit with an ascent to the castle
Day 6 - SIGHTSEEING HIKE IN PEÑÍSCOLA, TEMPLAR AND PAPAL CITY
Breakfast - Full-day excursion with a hike, accompanied by two cultural/mountain guides: The Sierra d'Irta Natural Park is the last pristine spot on the Valencian Mediterranean coast. Starting in the town of Alcossebre, we will begin a circular route that will take us through deserted coves and imposing cliffs. We will be able to enjoy the best-preserved ecosystems and discover one of the richest places in biodiversity, with its unique fauna and flora. Upon arriving in Peñíscola, the last Templar hideout of the 14th century, we will take a city tour, exploring the Papa Luna Castle and the main sites of the historic center of this legendary fortress-city. To conclude, an exquisite craft beer tasting at the Badum brewery – 120 km – Picnic lunch provided by the hotel – Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 - RETURN
Breakfast and departure from the hotel towards France. Lunch at leisure en route. Continuation towards your locality.
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