Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting tour from Alicante

Alicante's castles were built because wine negotiations needed witnesses.

A guided tour of Vinalopó Castles and a winery in Alicante covering five medieval fortresses across the valley, with wine tasting and transport included. The tour runs 3 to 5 hours from central Alicante and includes entry to each castle, a guided service in English, Spanish or French, and a coffee or soft drink stop along the route. All physical fitness levels suit this tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting Tour

• Depart from Alicante center
• Visit modernist jewel (little Sagrada Familia)
• Explore authentic medieval castle
• Pass by fortress at La Hoya de Castalla
• Pass by rock castle in Vinalopó valley
• Pass by another Vinalopó castle
• Visit winery and enjoy wine tasting

The Experience

The tour departs from central Alicante and moves through the Vinalopó valley, stopping at five castles that mark the border where Aragon, Castile, Valencia and Murcia once met. Each fortress tells a different story: one blends Moorish and Christian construction; another, an impressive stronghold called La Hoya de Castalla, witnessed two major battles during Spain's war of independence. A third castle creates unusual rock shapes on the horizon as it controls the valley below. You also visit a modernist church, described as a smaller version of the Sagrada Familia, before the winery visit that closes the day.

Transport between sites happens in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the guide speaks English, Spanish or French depending on your group. A coffee or soft drink is offered somewhere along the route. Entry to each castle and the winery is included, as is the wine tasting itself—the only witness, according to the tour's framing, that can explain why these five fortifications exist in this particular valley.

What’s included

• Guided service in English, Spanish or French.
• air-conditioned transport between castles.
• entry tickets to all five castles and the modernist church.
• wine tasting at the winery.
• a coffee or soft drink offered during the route.
• WiFi on board the vehicle.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by LLORCA SOLER IVAN ANTONIO

Is this one for you?The tour covers ground at a moderate pace with stops at each castle for walking and viewing, so it suits anyone comfortable with a few hours of movement and standing. The 3-to-5-hour window means you can fit it into a morning or afternoon without reshaping your whole day.

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Top questions

What castles do you visit on the Vinalopó tour?

The tour includes five castles across the Vinalopó valley. One is an authentic medieval fortress with both Moorish and Christian sections; another is the impressive La Hoya de Castalla, which overlooks the valley and saw major battles during the war of independence; a third is a curious rock castle that creates unique shapes on the horizon; and two others complete the route. You also visit a modernist church before the winery tasting.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs between 3 and 5 hours, depending on your departure point within central Alicante and how long you spend at each castle and the winery.

Is wine tasting included?

Yes, wine tasting at the winery is included in the tour, along with entry to all five castles and the church. A coffee or soft drink is also offered during the route.

What language is the guide available in?

The guide is available in English, Spanish or French, and you choose your preferred language when booking.

Does the tour include transport between castles?

Yes, transport between all sites is included in an air-conditioned vehicle, and pickup from central Alicante is part of the tour.