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San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia with Local Guide

4.6(956)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 956 reviews4 hFree cancellationBy Valencia & Go
Inside the caves

About this activity

Your excursion is departing from Valencia city to discover the largest underground river in Europe declared a world heritage site by UNESCO.

An amazing underground labyrinth where the magic of nature comes to life. Stalactites and stalagmites intertwine in a stone dance, while vast rooms reveal the grandeur hidden beneath your feet.

You will: discover the origins of the caves, witness their evolution throughout the years, and behold the breathtaking views of the Sierra de Espadán Natural Park.

We will pick you up from the meeting points in Valencia and right after we will start your adventure driving to ''la Vall d'Uixò''.

After the visit inside the caves (1 hr approx) we will have 30 minutes free time to discover an Iberian Roman settlement (that has incredible views of the region), drink something, have a brunch or just take a rest at the natural area.

Official guide speaks your chosen language; the boat ride, run by local boatmen, may be in Spanish only.

What's included

  • ✓San Jose Caves Admission Ticket
  • ✓Professional guide (English, Spanish, Italian or Polish)
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • ✕Food & Drinks

Meeting and pickup

  • Only available if you buy the option ''Pickup at the cruise terminal'' The guide will wait for you at the main entrance of the TRASMED terminal (where is the customers parking)
  • *Please write us a message with the pick-up point you prefer We will meet in front of the building of ''Ciudad de la Justicia'' at the bus stop. The pick-up time is illustrative: we will send a confirmation message one day before with all the meeting point details (could change around 20-30 minutes)
  • *Please write us a message with the pick-up point you prefer Torres de Serranos (where are the stairs to go up the towers) The pick-up time is illustrative: we will send a confirmation message one day before with all the meeting point details (could change around 20-30 minutes)
  • The guide will arrive with the bus to the main entrance of the hotel. The pick-up time is illustrative: we will send a confirmation message one day before with all the meeting point details (could change around 20-30 minutes).

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Write in the special requirements the place you choose for the meeting point when making the reservation. Entering a meeting point is required. The company is not responsible for the non-collection in case of not having the information from the client.
  • If your booking is a last minute one (made it from 07:30 p.m.-07:30 a.m.) your meeting point will be TORRES DE SERRANOS
  • The schedule is approximated, we will send a WhatsApp message with all the collection details one day before. Please write a correct phone number (if the phone number is invalid, we are not responsible of missing information) in case you don't have Whatsapp the activity provider will send an email through Viator.
  • If you do not leave the information of your favorite pick-up point, we will automatically assign you: Torres de Serranos.
  • Being late is not our responsability.
  • The duration of the activity (from the collection until we return from the caves) is 4h.
  • We will not bathe in the river in this activity.
  • Inside the caves there is a constant annual temperature of 20ºC.
  • You will have 30 minutes of free time to use bathrooms, bars and shops or just for relaxing at the area.
  • You can take your own food/drinks. But is not allowed to eat inside the bus.
  • You have included the transportation to go and return (same pick up point)
  • If you check out from your hotel, you can take your luggage with you. You must notify us to guarantee space.
  • You will be accompanied by an official guide (from Valencia&Go) who will tell you the essential you need to know about Valencia, as well as all the secrets that are hidden inside the Cuevas de San José, its incredible history and curiosities in detail (in your chosen language). However, the boat trip through the caves is operated by local boatmen and may be conducted entirely in Spanish. If you have any questions, you can always ask the official Valencia & Go guide, he will be willing to answer them when you leave the caves.
  • For your safety: you can take photos only in designated areas. To protect the cave fauna, flash photography is not allowed.
  • For this regular tour, pickup at Trasmed-Grimaldi, Moll de Ponent, Poblados Marítimos, 46024 Puerto de Valencia is not available, as this meeting point is exclusive to a different product.
  • Not recommended for unpuctual people.
  • Not recommended for people with claustrophobia or mold allergies.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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