About this tour
A four-hour small-group tour combining wine education with historic sights near Alicante. You'll visit a traditional winery for three guided tastings paired with regional tapas, then explore La Mola Castle (12th century) and the nearby Sanctuary of Santa Maria Magdalena, a modernist landmark. Bilingual guides lead both the tasting and the castle walk, with air-conditioned transport between stops.
Highlights
- Three-wine tasting at a traditional winery with regional tapas pairings
- 12th-century La Mola Castle with landscape views over Novelda
- Sanctuary of Santa Maria Magdalena, a modernist architectural landmark
- Bilingual Spanish and English-speaking guides throughout
- Small-group format in air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water included; infant seats available on request
What to expect
The tour starts at the winery in Novelda, where a guide walks you through local wine-making methods before you taste three wines paired with traditional tapas. You'll have time to ask questions and understand the region's viticulture. After the tasting, you'll travel by air-conditioned coach to La Mola Castle, where the guide shares medieval history and you take in views across the landscape. A final stop at the nearby Sanctuary of Santa Maria Magdalena—an ornate modernist structure—rounds out the cultural half. The whole experience is paced for small groups, so you're not rushed through either the tasting or the sites.
What travellers say
- Three wines paired with local tapas give genuine taste of the region
- Medieval castle tour adds cultural weight beyond just wine tasting
- Bilingual guides make it accessible for English and Spanish speakers
- Air-conditioned transport keeps the day comfortable in warm climate
- Small-group size allows personalised attention from specialists
- Lunch not included; you may want to eat before or after tour
- Not suitable if you have spinal, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns
- Tips not included in the price; budget accordingly if wanted
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Good to know
This suits wine enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone wanting a compact cultural afternoon without a full day commitment. The tour involves walking around the castle and sanctuary grounds, so comfortable shoes are advisable; it's not recommended for those with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or significant cardiovascular concerns. The winery tasting is the centrepiece—wine itself is included, but lunch and gratuities are not. Infant seats can be arranged if you're travelling with very young children. Peak times are typically mid-morning or early afternoon, so book early if you prefer smaller crowds.
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