Month : August 2013
This is a fantastic 5 day package with loads of extras to really get to know this region of Spain. More time to explore Valencia and the fabulous coastal town of Peñiscola before descending on Buñol for the world's largest organised tomato fight.
Check-in to your hotel from 2pm then meet your Busabout Crew and get yourself ready for a full on 5 days! After a welcome meeting and afternoon of mingling, eating and partying we'll give you the low down on what's happening. We then head out to sample some of Valencia's best bars. Valencia is famed for its nightlife and for those who want to see it in full swing, the best clubs open after midnight and go to the wee hours of the morning – 7am!
Start your day with a guided orientation tour of Valencia. Learn all about the city's history find out the best places to hang out. After some lunch it's time to hit the beach and chill out. Alternatively, grab an opportunity to check out the America's Cup Port and hire a back to get there, checking out the Turia gardens on the way. This evening will be spent round the beach front so why not try some local food and drinks before heading back to the centre of town to party the night away!
If you are feeling a little delicate after the partying last night then chill out around the hotel and Valencia. However if you are up for a bit more sightseeing join your Guide for a visit to the fabulous town of Peniscola. This is a small town located by the sea and is steeped in history going back to the Renaissance. Today you'll have a chance to get active with, cycling, windsurfing, water skiing and beach volley ball. For all those craving a bit of culture head to the Old Quarter and visit the 14th Century castle.
After a fantastic day out it's time to head back to the hotel and meet up with your fellow festival goers for a pre-Tomatina pub crawl!
Bring on the madness that is La Tomatina! An early shuttle from Valencia to Buñol where the fight takes place. Sit back and relax while your Guide explains the origins of this crazy festival. We'll arrive in Buñol in good time for the fiesta so you can immerse yourself in the party atmosphere and find the best vantage point! Watch the locals and tourists alike struggle up the greasy pole, trying their best to reach the jamon serrano (ham placed at the top of the pole), a much sought after prize. However it often lies out of reach of even the most dedicated scrambler!
Let the fight start! Dump trucks enter the narrow streets dropping off thousands of overripe, big fat and juicy tomatoes, perfect for throwing at each other. The Tomato fight lasts for an hour leaving a new shade of red to the town. Cleaning trucks roll into town to clean everyone and everything down. Use the facilities provided by the trucks or head down to the river and use the shower/water taps provided there. Locals also get on-board pulling out their hoses cleaning festival goers as they pass by. Once you are cleaned off, head on back to the coach and get changed into your fresh, clean clothes. We board the coach back to our hotel in Valencia for a well earned siesta!
Later, you have the choice to hit the shops or hit the beach Tonight your Guide will take you out for a night on the town! It'll be a huge night visiting great local bars and you'll finish your La Tomatina Festival experience partying the night away till the sun comes up
After breakfast the day is yours to explore Valencia. If you are departing Valencia with Busabout, please meet your Guide at the Purple Nest Hostel at 1.15pm to join the coach heading to Madrid.
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