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Walking

Walking in Calpe QQQQ

Calpe, Costa Blanca, Spain

Barranco del Infierno
Perched high up on the side of an awe-inspiring gorge known as the Barranco del Infierno – the Gorge of Hell, is Fleix.
Admire the views of Calpe
Enjoy the breathtaking views of Calpe.
The famous Peñón de Ifach
This extraordinary rock formation known as Peñón de Ifach rises from the blue Mediterranean waters of the Bay of Calpe, and is a protected Natural Park.
Hotel RH Ifach
Hotel RH Ifach has a great location only 150 metres from Fossa Beach.

Prices from
£779 per person
2 passengers
7 nights

Prices & Availability

Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £20 if not required

Local flights
All Inclusive

Discover the Costa Blanca’s beautiful scenery on foot

Explore the beautiful and mountainous terrain of the Costa Blanca, ascending hillside trails and walking through varied landscapes of cliffs, woodland and rural villages.

This walking programme captures the many aspects of the Costa Blanca - peaceful valleys, spectacular gorges, unspoiled mountain villages and ancient paths. A true walking adventure!

Jack McNeill

Including...

Expert Host
Saga Host
Included themed activities
Expert Host Talks
Hosted welcome drinks reception
Meet and greet with expert host
Leisure time
20kg checked-in luggage
Free hotel Wi-Fi
Hotel porterage
Included travel insurance
Return flights and transfers

Plus, this hotel features:

All breakfasts, lunches and dinners
VIP Club Lounge
Free bar open 10 hours daily (local drinks)
Wine, beer, soft drinks and water at lunch and dinner
Tea and coffee-making facilities within hotel

Included excursions:

Five walks

Holiday Details

Address

Hotel RH Ifach, Avenida Juan Carlos I, 03710 Calpe, Spain

Introduction

The Hotel RH Ifach overlooks the towering the Rock of Ifach.

Accommodation

All 194 contemporary bedrooms have a spacious furnished terrace. Rooms have either a pool/sea view or a view inland. All rooms have a shower over the bath. There is a lift to access all floors, and the hotel is fully heated and air-conditioned.

Air conditioning
Satellite Television
Telephone
Hairdryer
Fridge
Safe
Kettle

Food and Drink

Cuisine at the Hotel RH Ifach is international and meals are served in the main buffet-style restaurant on the first floor.

Entertainment

During your stay, enjoy the following programme of activities and entertainment. Some activities may be at an extra charge and activities may change from time to time.

Live music five nights a week
Spanish lessons
Calpe Saturday market
Petanque

There is a miniature golf course, free to use for Saga guests, with a returnable deposit for golf clubs and balls. Golf is available nearby (please ask in resort for details and prices).

Other Hotel Information

The hotel is in the form of a truncated pyramid 15-storeys high, with four lifts serving all floors. There is an outdoor pool with large sun deck. The indoor pool is heated (seasonal). Massage treatments and sauna are available for an extra charge.

The hotel has views of the Rock of Ifach

Climate

Amenities

Holiday Location

Host Details

Excursions

The Peñon de Ifach

Distance: 8 kilometres (about 3 hours)
Ascent: 125 metres

The Peñon de Ifach, rising to 330 metres, has been designated a protected nature reserve. The mountain dominates both the village of Calpe and the harbour which lie at its foot. From your hotel, the route of the walk follows the promenade to Calpe harbour. A track and woodland path then lead steadily uphill to a good viewpoint about one-third of the way up the mountain. From this position there are superb panoramic views of the village, harbour and coastline. After returning to sea-level, the route explores the sandy beaches, cliff paths and tiny bays as far north as the picturesque inlet and tiny harbour at Les Basetes. The return route follows the same coastal path and promenade to your hotel.

Half Day

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Included on 7 nights itinerary

Remote Tricannes

Distance: 10.5 kilometres (about 5 hours)
Ascent: 185 metres

Starting by an ancient farmhouse on a remote mountain, this walk fulfils the promise of a pretty and peaceful country walk on, for the most part, good paths and tracks with only brief significant uphill and downhill sections. Throughout the route there is a backdrop of dramatic limestone ridges which stand in contrast to the superb rural scenery. A variety of ruined casitas and other historic remains provide links with past agricultural lifestyles. The scenic features include almond groves, abandoned terraces, fields of grape vines, pine woods, virgin mountainside and stands of bamboo.

Three-Quarter Day

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Included on 7 nights itinerary

Tarbena

Distance: 9 kilometres (about 4½ hours)
Ascent: 270 metres

This walk begins in a typical old mountain village set high amid rugged landscape. There are several significant uphill and downhill sections though none of more than short duration. Much of the earlier part of the route lies along the impressive remains of a Mozarabic trail. The area is renowned for its superb scenery, notably the breathtaking Pasa Tancat. The walk visits the site of an Iberian settlement and a Moorish spring and reservoir together with many attractive areas of both cultivated and abandoned terraces. The route uses many twisting narrow paths, mule ramps and old tracks while offering myriad wonderful views throughout. The final section of the walk takes a tortuous route through the interesting village and its church square.

Three-Quarter Day

Calpe Costa Blanca Alicante Valencia Spain Europe

Included on 7 nights itinerary

The Summit of Sierra Olta

Distance: 14 kilometres (about 6 hours)
Ascent: 320 metres

Sierra Olta is a designated nature reserve. Rising steeply above extensive pine woods, this attractive mountain sits crowned by impressive cliffs supporting an apparent plateau. The route includes a good number of short, significant uphill and downhill sections, mainly on forest trails and mountain paths. The summit area is most interesting, possessing many rocky outcrops which are surrounded by undulating heath land with scattered clusters of contrasting pine trees. Throughout the walk the views of the coastline, the Peñon de Ifach and the towering Sierra Bernia are spectacular. Signs of the resident boar colony are often seen, especially when close to the sole natural spring lying near the summit.

Full Day

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Included on 7 nights itinerary

Fleix

Distance: 15 kilometres (about 5½ hours)
Ascent: 400 metres

This walk sets out from the tiny village of Fleix and later passes another village, Benimaurell, both of which are perched high upon the side of an awe-inspiring gorge known as the Barranco del Infierno (Gorge of Hell). The river here becomes extremely turbulent when swollen by floods, clearly demonstrating its dramatic name. The route has significant, moderate duration, ascents and descents and uses a series of Moorish zigzag pathways, farm tracks and peaceful lanes, mostly in good repair. Other particular features of this walk include Labaderos, or village washhouses, local fonts, an old water mill and attendant features, extensive mature woodlands and a former leper colony with its imposing surrounding wall. Throughout the walk there are many memorable views to be enjoyed.