All breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners (plus local wine with dinner, one bottle per three people) are included.

Breakfast: Continental style – local seasonal fruit, orange juice, different types of bread, cakes, cheese, ham, or bacon and eggs on request every day. Tea and coffee.

Lunch: Picnic lunches will usually consist of bread rolls (our famous wholewheat triple deckers) with cheese and salad/meat, fruit, muesli bars, biscuits or nuts, and a juice carton. Our local guide usually also provides some snacks such as pickled olives, chocolates and dried figs.

Evening meal: As the main meal of the day, we enjoy a large variety of local cuisine including espencat, minxos (small pancakes), legume soups, roasted lamb, and, of course, local paella. Most of the food is freshly prepared from locally grown seasonal produce, and the pension produce its own olive oil. A reasonable amount of red wine is provided with the evening meal, but additional beverages are not included.

Mealtimes in Spain are later than in many other countries; dinner is usually between 7pm and 7.30pm. For the group meal in Guadalest on Day 5, allow approximately €30.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets are well catered for given prior notice, and most other dietary requirements can also be accommodated if you let us know in advance (at the time of booking). Please note, we can’t guarantee any dietary requests made on arrival.

Please note, should flights change to arrive earlier, or depart later, additional meals are not included. Please also note that no refund will be given for meals not taken or taken other than where designated.

Hike from Racó de Tovaines into a dramatic arena of karst towers, threading beneath the limestone needles of Penya Roc and on toward Collado Papatxi. The route traces airy paths with broad Mediterranean vistas as the jagged spine of the Castellets Ridge ripples toward Orxeta.

Expect textured geology—pitted cliffs, weathered walls—and shifting light that casts early sunset rays across the pinnacles. Return via Pas del Comptador, with time to pause for photos and reflection on the valley below.

Climb from Rincón del Olvido to the western crest of the Serrella, summiting Mallada del Llop for a lofty picnic perch. Ridge paths deliver far-reaching panoramas to the Aitana chain and, on clear days, the Valencia mountains shimmering on the horizon.

Explore the remarkable Pla de la Casa snow well, a stone-built ice pit recalling pre-refrigeration trade routes, before a careful scree-and-switchback descent. The outing rewards with sweeping views of the Aitana range and a satisfying sense of high-country scale.

Summit the emblematic Puig Campana via Collao del Llamp and Collao Pouet, tackling a newly marked line that includes sections of technical, rocky path and occasional hands-on scrambling. From the crest, drink in 360-degree panoramas over saw-toothed ridges, coves, and the glittering Mediterranean coast.

This classic ascent highlights the Sierra de Aitana’s rugged character—pines, thyme-scented air, pale limestone—and the dramatic drop toward the coastal plain. Your guide paces the climb to balance challenge and reward.

Trace the restored Solana de Gorgues mule path from the reservoir, climbing steadily to Font Major and the open meadows of the Xorta. Cross breezy high pastures toward the rocky crown of Morro Blau, a coastal landmark seen from far along the Costa Blanca.

After a scenic lunch near a fire-lookout, descend the weathered spine of Peña del Rastrell, looping back to the reservoir through fragrant scrub and Aleppo pines. It’s a varied mountain day with a fine mix of heritage paths and wild outlooks.

Walk from Benimantell toward Font de Partagat and scramble through the natural breach of Pas de la Rabosa, gateway to Aitana’s upper ridges. Unpack a picnic by the Simas de Partagat, remarkable limestone chasms plunging up to 90m, etched into the summit plateau.

Weather permitting, those keen can tag the Aitana Peak before a long descent to the spring at Font del Molí. The route showcases the massif’s stark geology—razor fissures, folded strata—and expansive coastal views.

Head to the coast to stroll Villajoyosa’s colorful seafront and unwind on its wide sandy beach. Between swims and café stops, visit the historic Valor Chocolate Museum to learn how cocoa shaped this fishing town’s fortunes and, if available, sample artisanal chocolates.

This relaxed coastal interlude balances the week’s high trails with sea air and sweet flavors. Optional experience at additional cost; transport and any entry/tasting fees are payable locally and bookable on tour.

Ride the coast on the local line to Altea and ride the coastal tram into a whitewashed hill town crowned by the blue-domed Church of Nuestra Señora del Consuelo. Wander cobbled lanes lined with studios and galleries, pausing for sea views from sunlit terraces.

Expect a slower rhythm and Mediterranean charm perfect for an unhurried afternoon. Optional experience at additional cost; tram fares and any gallery or tower entries are payable locally and bookable on tour.

Join your Tour Leader for a convivial group dinner in the village of Guadalest, tasting traditional Valencian dishes—from minxos and espencat to slow-cooked meats—paired with local wine. It’s an evening of shared stories and mountain flavors in a tucked-away setting.

Ideal during your mid-week downtime, this optional meal deepens your connection to the valley’s produce and people. Optional experience at additional cost (allow approximately €30) and bookable on tour, subject to availability.

Gather in the Guadalest Valley to meet your Tour Leader and travelling companions over a convivial meal at Rincón de Pepe. Savor home-style plates that reflect mountain Alicante—think rustic stews, grilled vegetables from the hearth, and local olive oil pressed from groves surrounding the property—while you sample regional wines included with dinner.

Hear practical tips for the routes ahead and gain local insight into the warm Valencian hospitality that defines this village stay. It’s an easygoing, flavour-forward start that sets a friendly tone for the week of walking.