Albarracín Day Trip
Step into what feels like a storybook setting with a day trip to Albarracín, one of Spain’s most breathtaking hilltop towns. Tucked into a rugged landscape of red sandstone cliffs and pine forest, Albarracín is known for its narrow, winding streets, traditional architecture, and medieval atmosphere that seems untouched by time.
After departing Valencia City, enjoy a scenic drive through the changing landscapes of rural Valencia and into the rugged province of Teruel, where Albarracín awaits. There’s time to stretch your legs and enjoy your first impressions of the town before a 90-minute guided walking tour. Led by a licensed local guide, the tour explores the town’s unique history and architecture, including its iconic pink-hued houses and dramatic city walls. The tour is always available in Spanish; an English-language guide can be arranged with advance notice.
After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the town’s traditional restaurants (we recommend reserving a table in advance on weekends and holidays), browse shops selling regional products such as cheeses and cured meats, or take the fluvial walk - a gentle path alongside the River Guadalaviar offering beautiful views, though not recommended for anyone with vertigo or who feels uneasy at heights. For those interested, a visit to the nearby prehistoric cave paintings can be arranged on request.
We return to Valencia in the early evening after a day steeped in history, nature, and timeless charm.
Duration: Full day (approx. 9 hours)
Departure time: 09:00
Meeting point: Aragón Metro Station
Languages: English and Spanish (guided tour in Spanish by default; English available on request)
Price: €75 per person
Includes:
- Return transport in an air-conditioned minibus
- Bilingual tour leader
- Guided walking tour of Albarracín with a licensed local guide
- Free time to explore
Not included:
- Food and drink
Good to know:
- This excursion is for ages 16+ only