Novelda Cultural & Wine Tour with Costa Blanca Tour Services

Just inland from the Mediterranean coast, Alicante offers more than sun and sea—it leads you to the rugged landscapes and cultural riches around Novelda, a town defined by its marble quarries, vineyards, and historic landmarks. Costa Blanca Tour Services presents a compelling 4-hour journey that reveals this quiet but striking corner of Alicante province. The tour begins with a visit to the Santuario-Castillo, a fortress-like sanctuary perched above Novelda. Its dramatic silhouette carved from the region’s characteristic marble stands as a rugged monument to local heritage and religious devotion, visible from miles around. Walking the site gives an intimate look at intricate architectural details formed from the very stone that shapes the landscape. From there, the tour shifts to Novelda’s rolling vineyards — a less-trodden terrain bursting with life and aroma as the vines stretch under the warm Spanish sun. The highlight is an immersive stop at Casa Cesilia, an award-winning winery where guests get a guided walkthrough of winemaking methods that blend centuries-old tradition with contemporary craft. Here, wine tasting isn’t just sampling; it’s an education in the unique profiles shaped by Alicante’s limestone and clay soils. This combination of cultural architecture, raw geological beauty, and vinicultural expertise makes Costa Blanca Tour Services a standout operator in the region. It’s a rare chance to experience Alicante from a grounded, authentic perspective that connects land, history, and taste. Perfect for travelers who want more than a surface-level visit, Novelda’s marble, bodegas, and Santuario offer a balanced palette of sensory and intellectual discovery, just a quick drive from Alicante city center.