(+39) 010 5701151

Self Drive - East Getaway

Costa Blanca
Costa Blanca
Torrevieja
Torrevieja
Peñon de Ifach
Peñon de Ifach
Sea and Salt Museum
Sea and Salt Museum
Alicante
Alicante
 

General information

DurationDestinationDeparture
7 days and 6 nights
Spain (Alicante, Calpe, Torrevieja, Lorca)
Spain (Alicante)

Description

Visiting ‘Costa Blanca’ is exploring 200 kilometres of beautiful coastline with more than 170 outstanding beaches. This famous area of Spain offers you sublime beaches to relax on, as well as inspiring things to discover, from popular celebrations to exquisite cuisine and medieval landmarks. This seven-day self-drive tour is a dream coastal vacation that promises an interesting encounter with history and culture while being caressed by the hot Spanish sun.
 
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
- Alicante: The capital of the Costa Blanca is a city of culture, nightlife and business. Its beaches, port, and promenade all form part of its charming identity.
- Calpe: An authentic village with a fine coastline, hosting the remains of a salt factory built by the Romans.
- Torrevieja: The charming town of Torrevieja is famous among locals and visitors for its salt lakes.
- Lorca: The ‘city of 100 names’ is the most monumental place in the region featuring fascinating medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.

Category

 
Car Rental B (Private Tour)
Meals as per program
en, es
More info
 
Car Rental D (Private Tour)
Meals as per program
en, es
More info
 

Program

Day 1:

ARRIVAL ALICANTE
Arrive at Alicante airport, meet with a rent-a-car representative to assist you in picking up the rental car, and head towards the beautiful city. Places of interest include the Gothic 14th-century Basilica of Santa Maria, the Renaissance Cathedral of San Nicolas de Bari, built between the 15th and 17th centuries, as well as the Santa Faz monastery, in the Baroque style dating from the 15th century.
Overnight in Alicante.

Day 2:

ALICANTE – CALPE (65 Km – 50 min)
Begin your adventure after a delightful breakfast at the hotel and visit Calpe. Don’t forget to take a picture next to the impressive Peñon de Ifach, a gigantic rock reaching 332 metres high and a symbol of the Costa Blanca. You can visit the hermitage of El Salvador and Baños de la Reina, as well as the cove of Raco del Corb and La Fosca beach.
Overnight in Calpe.

Day 3:

CALPE
Indulge in a delicious breakfast at your beautiful hotel. Then, spend a relaxing day exploring Calpe. Stroll its beautifully arranged streets and stop whenever you see something that captures your attention. And if you want to taste your way around the city, luxuriate in a delicious lunch in one of the traditional restaurants (not included).
Overnight in Calpe.

Day 4:

CALPE – TORREVIEJA (135 Km – 1,5 hrs)
Begin your day with a delectable breakfast at the hotel. Then, head towards charming Torrevieja, the perfect place to enjoy and discover wonderful coves and beaches. One of the most famous is Cala Ferris, offering great views. Wander around Torrevieja, unwinding and admiring its beauty.
Overnight in Torrevieja area.

Day 5:

TORREVIEJA
After a tasty breakfast, start exploring the surroundings. Check out inspiring places such as the Sea and Salt Museum, where you will learn about the historical fishing tradition of the city or the Mata Tower, built in the 14th century. Then, catch a glimpse of the famous Lagunas Natural Park, a protected area of about 3,700 hectares, known for its mesmerizing lakes, the pink Torrevieja and the green La Mata.
Overnight in Torrevieja area.

Day 6:

TORREVIEJA – LORCA (130 Km – 1,5 hrs)
Start your day with a tasty breakfast and then drive to the delightful city of Lorca. Known also as the ‘city of the sun’, this is one of the most monumental stops in the region, showcasing medieval, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. It has archaeological sites such as the Column Miliaria from the Roman times, numerous churches from the 13th and 14th centuries, as well as baroque palaces like the Guevara Palace. Stroll around the cobbled streets of Plaza de España and visit the charming castle of the city.
Overnight in Lorca.

Day 7:

LORCA – DEPART ALICANTE (145 Km – 1,5 hrs)
Indulge in a delicious breakfast and, at appropriate time, drive towards Alicante to drop off the car and catch your departure flight back home. The rent-a-car shuttle service will transfer you from the rental company to Alicante Airport.
Breakfast included.

Price includes

ACCOMMODATION:
- 6 nights' accommodation
MEALS:
- 6 breakfasts
TRANSPORTATION:
- Transportation for the departure transfer on a shared basis, from the car rental company offices to Alicante Airport.
CAR HIRE:
- Applicable local taxes (VAT)
- Unlimited mileage
- Emergency Contact service
- Replacement car in case of accident
- Full-Full petrol rate
- All-inclusive insurance: Wheel and windscreen (CGT), Road assistance 24 hour telephone service, Vehicle theft (TP); Personal accident insurance (P.A.I).

Price does not include

- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the program
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the included section
- National or International flights
- All types of insurance (except mentioned rent-a-car insurance)
- Entry visas to Spain and Gibraltar (if applicable)
- Entrance tickets to any venue, museum or activity.

NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:
- Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving
- Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle
- Damage to the engine through negligence
- Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition
- Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of a fine being received, there will be an administration charge
- If the car is left outside of rent a car designated area on drop off, customers will be responsible for any costs generated and for any damage to the vehicle due to it being parked outside of the Rent a Car installations
- Each additional driver fee
- Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat, etc)
- No insurance cover in Gibraltar.

Itinerary

Day Overnight Itinerary highlights
1 Bonalba or similarAlicante   Alicante - Alicante Airport (ALC)
2 AR Diamante or similarCalpe
3 AR Diamante or similarCalpe
4 Meridional or similarTorrevieja
5 Meridional or similarTorrevieja
6 Parador de Lorca or similarLorca
7   Alicante - Alicante Airport (ALC)

Accommodations provided in each place

PlaceCar Rental BCar Rental D
AlicanteBonalba or similar
CalpeAR Diamante or similar
TorreviejaMeridional or similar
LorcaParador de Lorca or similar