The normal meeting point for tour departures usually in front of the entrance to Mestalla Stadium with the orange bat on Avenida Aragon. Transport is in an air-conditioned minibus. Our groups are 8-10 people and we usually have a coffee together before the walk and go for a drink afterwards.
Cueva Santa and Vuelta a la Hoz, Jerica
7 Nov 09.00 Aragon 58
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Hike, History & Caves in Beautiful Jérica!
Join us this Saturday for one of our favourite day trips from Valencia: the Vuelta a la Hoz, a 7 km circular hike through forest, along a scenic ridge and down to the Palancia River. We’ll pair it with a visit to the Cueva Santa, a fascinating church built inside a cave (free entry).
What to Expect
🚶 7 km circular | ⛰️ 300 m ascent | 🌲 Forest trails | 🏞️ Ridge views
- Gentle forest ascent past Spanish Civil War trenches
- Horseshoe-shaped ridge with sweeping views over Jérica and the mountains
- Lunch on the ridge with a view
- Riverside stop on the Palancia
- Post-hike drink in Jérica’s charming old town
✔️ Perfect for history lovers: Civil War trenches, a cave church and an ancient town
✔️ Stunning scenery: forest, ridgeline and river in one short hike
✔️ Relaxed pace: not too long, ideal for all-round enjoyment
✔️ Easy to reach: Jérica is accessible by train from Valencia on weekdays, handy for planning return visits
Here is a video of the walk when we did it last year
Bring: lunch, water and sturdy walking shoes.
Roman Aqueduct Peña Cortada, & Autumn on Ruta de Agua
8 Nov 09.00 Aragon 58
35€ Guests/28€ Members
Walk Through 2,000 Years of History: The Roman Aqueduct of Peña Cortada & the Ruta del Agua
Step back in time on this unforgettable 16 km circular hike, where Roman engineering, Moorish heritage and spectacular Valencian scenery come together in a single day. At its heart is the 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct of Peña Cortada, one of the most impressive ancient monuments in the region. The route is beautiful year-round, but in autumn the forests glow gold and crimson, and it’s truly magical.
What your day looks like:
☕ Start in Calles. We kick off with a relaxed coffee in this charming village before hitting the trail.
🌊 Follow the river. A gentle riverside path along the River Tuéjar leads to the peaceful waterfall of La Playeta, where we’ll stop for a picnic lunch beside the water.
🏘️ Explore Chelva. We climb to this picturesque town, famous for its three historic quarters, where Jewish, Moorish and Christian heritage meet in a maze of narrow streets and beautiful architecture.
🏛️ Walk through Roman history. Our path winds through olive groves to the impressive Roman viaduct, where we’ll walk through ancient tunnels carved into the rock over two millennia ago.
🍻 Celebrate in Calles. We descend through a scenic ravine back to the village, where a well-earned drink awaits to toast the day.
Practical info:
Distance: 16 km circular route Bring: water, a packed lunch, and wear shoes sutable for walking
Organos de Benitandus, Castillo de Onda
14 Nov 09.00 Aragon 58
35€ Guests/28€ Members
Castle & Mountain Views: A Day Trip from Valencia
Moorish fortress. Hidden rock formations. One unforgettable day.
Escape the city for a day that mixes history, nature and big views, with no experience needed.
Morning: Onda
We’ll drive from Valencia to Onda and start with a relaxed coffee in its beautiful Arabic-style plaza. Then we’ll explore the Castillo de Onda, the “Castle of the 300 Towers.” This 10th-century Moorish fortress has sweeping views and a free audiovisual presentation on its history, available in English and Spanish.
Afternoon: Los Órganos de Benitandús
Next comes one of the region’s best-kept secrets: dramatic basalt-like rock formations rising above the valley. We’ll take the most direct trail to the panoramic viewpoint at the top, with fresh mountain air and a real sense of achievement at the summit. It’s a 5km round trip with about a 300 meter ascent and takes about 2,5 hours
Why you’ll love it
A little culture, a little exercise and a lot of fresh air, all in one day. The route is lovely year-round and especially beautiful in autumn, when the colours are at their best.
Hoces & Cañón de Turia Benageber
15 Nov 08.45 Aragon 58
35€ Guests/28€ Members
Benagaber Hike, The Turia canyon without the crowds.
Everyone knows the canyon walk at Chulilla. Far fewer people have found this wilder, quieter stretch upstream at the Benagéber Dam. Dramatic gorge scenery, shady pine forest and high ridgeline views, all on an 11 km circular route. It’s especially beautiful in November, when the autumn colours arrive.
The route
We start at the dam and climb around 200 m to an open ridge on the north side of the canyon, with fantastic views down into the gorge and across the surrounding mountains. From there the trail drops through cool pine forest to the river, which we cross on the recently rebuilt footbridge that reopened this route after the October 2024 floods.
On the far side we climb to the south rim and stop for lunch in a shady spot beside a small waterfall. The return follows a wide, easy forest path back to the dam.
Bring a picnic lunch, water and wear shoes suitable for walking
Sunset from Garbi and Serra Castle
20 Nov 14.45 Aragon 58
27.5€ Guests/22€ Members
Start your weekend in the best possible way — with a winter sunset, wonderful views, and a glass of vermouth or red wine in hand.
The beauty of short winter days is that we can enjoy a stunning sunset and still be back in Valencia by 7pm in time for dinner.
We’ll leave the city for a scenic 45-minute drive to Fuente de Umbría, on the edge of Serra. From there, we’ll stroll through peaceful woodland to the ruins of Serra Castle, which we’ll take time to explore. Our route then continues toward the spectacular Mirador del Garbí, the perfect spot to watch the sun melt into the horizon with a drink and some snacks
This is an easy 5.5 km walk, mostly flat and suitable for all levels. wear comfortable shoes, and don’t forget a jacket—it can get chilly once the sun dips. bring a drink andmaybe a snackFor the final 0.5 km walk back to the bus, you may want a phone torch or a small light.
Wear shoes suitable for walking, wear layers of clothing and a drink
Red Cañón of Teruel and Teruel City
21 Nov 08.45 Aragon 58
35€ Guests/28€ Members
Explore Spain’s Secret Grand Canyon – Rambla de Barrachina, Teruel
Did you know Spain has its very own Grand Canyon? So convincing is the landscape of the Rambla de Barrachina near Teruel that it’s often used as a filming location instead of flying all the way to Arizona. Towering red cliffs, dramatic ridgelines, and sweeping views make this a truly unforgettable adventure—without the long-haul flight.
Our 8km circular hike is designed to be easy and enjoyable, with only around 150m of ascent. We take a unique route that maximizes your time walking above the canyons, giving you jaw-dropping panoramic views rather than just staring up at walls of rock.
We’ll begin by following the ridge of one of the canyons to a junction, then climb gently up to La Muela de Teruel—a historic high point that was once the site of a dramatic Civil War battle. From there, we loop back down via a different trail that overlooks the section we first walked up, offering a completely new perspective of the stunning red-rock scenery.
📹 Check out the highlights from our last visit in this short video:
To finish the day, we’ll head into Teruel City for a well-earned drink in the charming Plaza del Torico—a perfect way to relax and soak in the atmosphere of this beautiful, historic town.
Bring your own lunch, 1water and wear shoes suitable for walking
Pico de Ave, Dos Aguas
22 Nov 09.00 Aragon 58
35€ Guests/28€ Members
Unleash Your Inner Explorer: Hike to the Summit of Pico del Ave!
Some hikes are best saved for the right time of year, and Pico del Ave is perfect for late November. As temperatures cool, its open, treeless slopes become a joy to walk, with views that seem to go on forever. (Treeless also means little shade, which is exactly why autumn is the time to go.)
Personally, I love it because the bare, sweeping landscape reminds me of the Scottish Highlands. It’s also one of the five most distinctive peaks in the Valencian Community, and once you’ve climbed it, you’ll never look at that skyline the same way. You’ll always be able to say, “I climbed that!”
The route
We start in the picturesque town of Dos Aguas and follow a well-maintained path to the summit. At 9 km return with 560 m of ascent, it’s a rewarding challenge for nature lovers without being punishing.
The reward
At the top, the views are unrivaled: from the Mediterranean coast across to Cofrentes and the Cortes de Pallás natural park.
At a glance
- Distance: 9 km retur, Ascent: 560 m, Terrain: well-maintained path, no tree cover, Best for: cool-weather walking and big views BRING a Picnic Lunch, Water, wear shoes suitable for walking and layers of clothing
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