Coves & Beaches Private Shore Excursion

• A convenient door to door service.
• Accompanied by a friendly and knowledgeable English Speaking driver/guide
• Experience authentic Spanish beach vibes.
• Find the places locals love.
• Air conditioned transportation.
• Collection from your accommodation/ship.
• Bespoke itinerary designed for your group.
• A fully accompanied experience.
• Selection of free chilled drinks on route.
• Drop off back at your accommodation/ship.
• All taxes.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Cabo de Palos, Cabo de Palos, Municipality of Cartagena

All our tours are flexible but this is a suggested itinerary for cruise ship guests. A visit to the beautiful port of Cabo De Palos, the gateway to Las Islas Hormigas, a protected marine reserve and diving hotspot. See diving boats, sailing boats and traditional fishing boats leaving the quaint harbour which is lined with bars and restaurants.
We will then visit the Lighthouse which offers amazing views if you are brave enough to climb the hill or stairs up to it.
The lighthouse is an interesting neoclassical building. situated on a rocky headland, it sits at the furthest south east point of Spain, at the end of the range of the coastal mountains of Cartagena. At this point you can also view the full length of La Manga (The sleeve) a 21km sandbank which was developed to be a holiday resort in the 1960´s & 1970´s. It is now a playground for wealthy Spaniards. The lighthouse sits proud on the highest point of the cape, where there was once an artillery emplacement and watch tower.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: La Manga del Mar Menor, Murcia Spain

We will now visit La Manga del Mar Menor (the literal translation into English is ¨the sleeve´ ). It is a 21 km long sandbank, which separates the Mediterranean from the Mar Menor (minor sea), the largest saltwater lagoon in Europe, spanning 170 square kms. Today it is the playground of many wealthy Spaniards and its population grows from around 5000 year round to nearer 250,000 during the months of July and August. There are many traditional Spanish beach chiringuitos dotted along both shores, as well as some ultra hip & trendy bars, restaurants and clubs. La Manga has been a Mecca for lovers of white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and hustle and bustle. Despite the huge number of visitors that descend here every summer, this paradise still has many spots to explore, surprises to offer and secluded places to discover. .
We have time for 2 beach/drinks stops while we show you La Manga, ofen referred to as the Caribbean of Spain

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Salinas de Marchamalo y playa de Las Amoladeras, 30370, Murcia, Spain

After stopping for drinks at 1 or 2 bars or chiringuitos, we will drive through the salinas de marchamalo (salt flats) Unfortunately production here halted several years ago, and It is now a protected nature reserve. You can still see where the salt forms within the basins and if you are lucky, you may even see a flamingo or 2 and other bird life.

Pass By: La Manga Club Golf Course, La Manga Club Resort, 30385 Los Belones, Municipality of Cartagena Spain

En route back to Cartagena, if we have time, we will take a drive through the famous 5* La Manga Club where there are 3 golf courses, a tennis academy and football pitches where you can often catch a glimpse of some big name football teams training out of season. After venturing through this luxury resort, into the mountains, we are blessed with some incredible vistas.


Stop At: Cala Cortina, 30202 Cartagena, Municipality of Cartagena Spain

Another potential stop on our shore excursion is the beautiful bay of Cala Cortina which is a real hidden gem, tucked right around the corner from the port, but feels a million miles away. We may have time for a quick photo stop here before dropping you back at your ship.

Duration: 15 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:30 AM
Duration: 5 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We offer a door to door service tailored to your needs

Airports

• Murcia Region International Airport, Murcia Spain
• Alicante Airport, Alicante Spain

Ports

• Cartagena Cruise ship dock, P.º Alfonso XII, 8, 30202 Cartagena, Murcia, Spain

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Bottled water
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private transportation
• All Fees and Taxes

Not Included

• Any food or drink consumed at venues we stop at

Facilities