We offer our students one day excursions during their Spanish language course. These visits take place at weekends and are organized so that our students can get acquainted with the attractive places of interest in the region of Alicante and its surroundings.

Murcia

Murcia is a city whose origin dates from more than 2000 years and whose culture is closely connected to Arabic and Christian culture. The old town with its fascinating monuments lies next to the river Segura. In spring, do not miss the “Burial of the Sardine” (El Entierro de la Sardina), one of the festivals that is a must to participate in). Murcia is a fascinating city to go out in and have bar snacks (tapas) for incredible prices!

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Valencia

Valencia is a fascinating city of clichés: light, the moon, firecrackers (gun-powder), paella, flowers, the Fallas, etc. You have to visit Valencia in order to see the very old traditions coexist with modern life; that the sea melts into the city; that the green lawns and gardens fit perfectly into a modern urban landscape; that Valencia is unique at night and during the day. And the capital’s river, the Turia, is a must. In addition to the innumerable attractions which the city has had for years, there is a series of eye-catching infrastructures such as the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (City of Arts and Sciences) and the Museo Príncipe Felipe (Prince Philip’s Museum) as well as the Fallas, one of the most international of festivals which takes place in February.

Alicante

There are plenty of places to visit and explore in Alicante. Visit to Santa Barbara castle is a must. Perched on the top of Mount Benacantil at a height of 116 metres stands one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain which gives picturesque views of Alicante's bay. Don´t miss the esplanade and the port as it is the best stroll through Alicante. In the evening, go out to El Barrio as there are plenty of restaurants and bars. It is perfect to have a nice night out. Finally, the most important celebration, the “Bonfires of Saint John” (Las Hogueras de San Juan), takes place in June. It was officially declared to be of significant International Tourist Interest.  

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Castillo Guadalest

It is a must to see for all visitors. This village of barely 200 inhabitants is set in a picturesque valley surrounded by the highest mountains in the Province of Alicante. Guadalest is famous for its history and its castle, which was officially declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1974.

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Altea, Benidorm y Calpe

The imposing skyline of skyscrapers greets visitors approaching Benidorm, the greatest of all tourist cities in Spain. Benidorm is famous for its seemingly endless Levante and Poniente beaches and for its fantastic opportunities for leisure and fun.
The beautiful town of Altea is famous for its Old Quarter lined with whitewashed houses. To the north, over the Gully of Mascarat and the Mountain range of Bernia, the landscape opens up to reveal the most striking of landmarks on the Costa Blanca: the Rock of Ifach in Calpe, which rises up to 327 metres.

Santa Pola e Isla Tabarca

A visit to the Island of Tabarca is practically a must-do trip for anyone visiting the Costa Blanca. It is the only inhabited island in the Region of Valencia and is located opposite the city of Alicante, 11 nautical miles offshore, near the headland of Santa Pola. It is approximately 1,800 metres long and around 400 metres across at its widest point. In the past, its shores were a refuge for Berber pirates. It is perfect for lovers of scuba diving.