From Alicante & Benidorm: Altea Old Town and Ortodox Church

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ID: GYG1149227-1762405
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Country: Spain

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Get historical tour by private car! Explore Ortodox and Catholic cultures in 1 walking tour! Enjoy the charm of the historic center of Altea. Visit local shops and stop at an authentic street cafe
Explore Orthodox and Catholic cultures on a tour of Altea.
Visit the Orthodox wooden church, the Archangel Michael Temple, built in 2007. Discover the uniqueness of this church, constructed entirely with Russian materials and labor.

Enjoy the charm of the historic center of Altea.
Explore the sea view and the surrounding area of Altea from 2 view points.
Go by the local stores and stop at an authentic street cafe.

The tour is held at the end of the day, so that you can enjoy the lights and grandeur of the ancient town!

Visit the impressive Catholic Church of Santa Maria del Consol. Learn about its origins in the Modern Age, at the beginning of the 17th century. Hear about the construction of the Chapel of the Santísimo Cristo de Altea between 1854 and 1856. See the current church, built at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, and restored in 1980.

Both visits consist of an independent walk and exploring cultural attractions.
Our group lieder will accompany you during the walk, if you wish.
The streets of old Altea are paved with stone and have many ups and downs. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Highlights

  • Discover the charm of Altea's historic center on a walking tour
  • Visit the Orthodox wooden church, the Archangel Michael Temple
  • Explore the impressive Catholic Church of Nuestra Señora del Consuelo
  • Enjoy the charm of the historic center of Altea and its local shops
  • Stroll through the streets of old Altea and stop at an authentic street cafe

Guiding languages

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INCLUDED
  • Round trip by private car (NOT by bus)!
  • Walking tour through the historical center of Altea.
  • Accompanying person in English, Russian and Spanish.
  • Sea view and the surrounding area of Altea from 2 view points.
  • Visit to Catholic Church Església de Santa Maria del Consol
  • Visit to Orthodox wooden church - the Archangel Michael Temple
NOT INCLUDED
  • The entrance fee to the Orthodox Church is 3 euros per person, payable at the ticket office.
  • Guide
  • Food & Drinks
  • Tips

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.