Wine route with tasting in La Mata Natural Park: 3 local wines

Walk the vineyards, taste the wine, meet the region on a plate

A three-hour wine route through La Mata Natural Park near Torrevieja combines a guided walk through historic vineyards with a seated tasting of three local wines paired with regional cheeses, tapas and oils. The route covers about 800 meters on foot, includes two stops to spot flamingos and plovers, and ends at a tasting area where a sommelier leads the pairing. All products are organic and locally made, with two of the cheeses award winners from 2021 and 2023.

The experience

The walk starts with a brief history of the natural park and its vineyards, which became vital to Torrevieja in the 19th century after the phylloxera plague wiped out vineyards elsewhere. You'll see the centuries-old vines themselves and learn what makes them distinctive, then continue through the park on a route that includes two stops: one at the canal connecting the sea to the lagoon, and another for watching local birds. Plovers and flamingos are common here. The entire walk covers about 800 meters before you reach the tasting area.

Once seated, a sommelier guides you through three DO Alicante wines, one of them from the park's own vineyards and made traditionally. Each wine is paired with specific local products: two premium extra virgin olive oils (Arbequina and Picual varieties), two homemade tapas, and two cheeses from the region that won awards in their categories in 2021 and 2023. Everything served is organic and made locally by hand, not sourced from elsewhere.

The route is accessible to all fitness levels, though the 800-meter walk and uneven terrain mean you should mention any mobility concerns when booking. Bottled water is included, and the guide speaks English or Spanish depending on your group.

What’s included

• Guided tour led by an official guide in English or Spanish.
• three DO Alicante wines including one from La Mata Natural Park.
• two homemade local tapas.
• two award-winning homemade cheeses.
• two premium extra virgin olive oils.
• bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 11:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 90 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tours Costa Blanca

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow comfortably in either language. The walk itself is short and the tasting is seated, making this suitable for mixed fitness levels as long as you mention any mobility concerns when you book.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the walk through La Mata Natural Park?

The walk covers about 800 meters total, with two brief stops along the way to see the sea-lagoon canal and spot local birds. The entire activity, including the tasting, takes three hours.

What wines will I taste?

You'll taste three DO Alicante wines, one of them produced from vineyards within La Mata Natural Park itself using traditional methods. The sommelier pairs each with local products to show how they work together.

Are the cheeses and tapas homemade?

Yes, all the food and oils are homemade and locally sourced. The two cheeses are from regional producers and both won awards in their categories in 2021 and 2023.

What if I have a food allergy?

Let the operator know in advance if you have any food allergies so they can prepare accordingly. The tasting includes specific items (cheeses, tapas and oils), so advance notice is important.

Is this activity suitable if I have reduced mobility?

The activity is accessible to all fitness levels, but the walk does cover 800 meters and the terrain is uneven. Inform the operator beforehand if you have reduced mobility so they can advise on what to expect.