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Day 1. Arrival |
Arrival at Valencia (recommended) or Alicante airport where one of our Representatives will meet you.
Travelling time from Valencia airport to Xativa is 45 minutes. Alicante to Xativa is 2 hours.
Once settled into your chosen accommodation the rest of the day is free. |
Day 2. Cami del Calvari
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A small village that once grew rushes and canes along the delightful banks of the River Canyoles, today imports the materials to manufacture its famous cane furniture which is then exported across Europe and America.
The ‘Font de L’Ermita’ where legend believes the water is a remedy for kidney infections is set in the beautiful acacia gardens which also surround the Cristo and San Sebastian Chapels forming a picturesque venue for our walk.
Crossing the salt water stream we ascend through the olive groves towards our first resting point.
From here we wind our way towards the Arabian ruin, then along the same track towards the peak, where we command the most spectacular views.
Our decent takes us to the cave which extends more than 1,000 metres underground and then on to the historic
‘Les Ermites’. |
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| Day 3. Les Agulles |
Les Agulles can certainly be described as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Its’ magnificent range of mountains with jagged peaks, interspersed with old dry gorges cannot fail to impress even the most experienced of walkers.
Our spectacular walk today begins with a small steady climb towards the deer reserve. Following the path until we reach the Forest House, we then take a steady stroll through the amazing gully of the Sierra de Les Agulles until we arrive at the esplanade‘El Pla del Barber’ where we will stop for lunch.
Our circular route then continues down into the old dry riverbed offering us a resting point at the natural water spring ‘Font del Garrofer’ before taking a short detour to our second water ‘Font de la Teula’.
A truly breathtaking day. |
| Day 4. The monumental route |
Xativa’s rich historical and artistic heritage dates back to 30,000 BC, from a Neanderthal skull which was found in the nearby ’Black Cave’ or ’Cova Negra’. This town was the birthplace of Jose Ribera el Espanola , and of the Borgia Pope Alexander VI. Every town has a dark side and this was contributed by Felipe V who after winning the Battle of Almonsa in the War of Spanish Succession in 1713 ordered the city to be burnt to the ground.
Our route begins in Xativa, the capital of the region of La Costera and takes us through this historic town where we will visit numerous places of interest including Xativa cathedral on route to the Castle, standing out above the town, sprawling across the hilltop with its 30 towers and 4 fortified gateways. This national monument is a result of a fusion of 2 fortresses, 1 Iberian-Roman and the other Moorish. We will walk to the highest point of the Castle and enjoy the panoramic view of the ancient town. Here we will have lunch in the castle restaurant, before making our leisurely decent back to the town.
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| Day 5. Day off |
Subject to local holidays, you have an opportunity to relax in this historic town of Xativa with its abundance of shops,
or if you wish, take a 45 minute train journey from Xativa directly into the magical city of Valencia and enjoy its many attractions from ancient to modern. Read more... |
| Day 6. Genovés |
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Genoves is a small traditional Spanish village situated close to the historic town of Xativa..
A diverse route in this pre-Moorish village, was discovered by the local forest ranges approximately 4 years ago and is now enjoyed immensely by the locals.We find our path opposite the old railway station where we cross an ancient stone footbridge to commence a steady climb.This winding single track will take us through an abundance of fauna and flora. Spoilt for choice with views of the dam and surrounding area we continue our walk towards the river where we will take a short rest before making our way through the bamboo reeds that line the river bank.
A trail that offers something for everybody (approx 5 hours)
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| Day 7.El Tossal |
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El Tossal is located in the southern section of the Valencian Province on mountainous terrain and offers rugged scenery with its own kind of beauty. An abundance of archaeological deposits have been found in this small village which date back to medieval times.
El Tossal trail begins at the hermitage of San Sebastian where we follow the footpath through the olive groves towards our first resting point at the ‘Font d’Espanya’, a salt water font known locally for its’ medicinal properties. A steady zigzag climb through some of the areas finest scenery takes us to the peak.
On the small flat stretch we stop and admire the views; the valley of Montesa with its picturesque village, and in the distance the district of Xativa. The path then meanders its way down the valley where we finish at the hermitage of Cristo. (approx 4 hours - 11km)
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| Day 8.Departure |
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After your final night in the remarkable province of Valencia we will transfer you back to the airport. |
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