Things to do in Busot

Please, relax and enjoy our trip from the center of Alicante province in a comfortable car. While you are being driven for about 20-30 minutes you can enjoy the beautiful mountain views and surroundings. The highlight of our trip is the guided visit to the Canelobre Caves located at 700 meters above altitude in the Upper Jurassic limestone (145 million years old). Exploring the Canelobre Caves, one of the main tourist attractions in Alicante, you will discover impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. You will learn how water and rock have given rise to these forms, where the name of the cave comes from, what the word "Canelobre" means, and how this place was used during the Spanish Civil War. As a bonus, we will visit the historical center of the authentic village of Busot with a lot of musical instruments gathered from all over the world in the Ethnic Music Museum and Castle Busot.

This is an exclusive small group tour where you skip the crowds and visit the inside of the cave with your local Alicante guide. Once inside the cave, you'll be greeted by a breathtaking cavern that stretches over 80 meters in length and reaches a height of up to 30 meters. As you venture deeper into the caves, your local guide from Alicante will explain the fascinating geology of the region, highlighting the formation of the cave. The tour usually lasts around 45 minutes to an hour, and it's an unforgettable way to experience the natural beauty of this remarkable underground landscape. After your local guide will take you to the village of Busot where we have the opportunity to walk the streets of the colorful village and sit down in one of the local cafes before returning to Alicante.

Begin with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Alicante and set out on your tour. Travel along winding roads as you make your way to the Canelobre Caves, a collection of prehistoric caves. Explore this impressive natural phenomenon, wandering along a 45-meter tunnel to reach the highest cave vault in Spain. Admire the illuminated structures – including the huge stalactites formed over thousands of years – and learn about the consequences of the Spanish Civil War. Emerge from the caves and make your way to the nearby town of Busot. Visit the Busot Ethnic Music Museum located in the historic center of town and discover instruments from 145 different countries around the globe. Finally, head to a local bar and purchase a refreshing beer, a glass of wine, or some traditional Tapas to refuel before your return journey to your accommodation in Alicante.

We start our trip from the center of Alicante in a comfortable car. During a short drive of 20-30 minutes you will enjoy beautiful mountain views. The highlight of our trip is the guided visit to the Сueva de Canelobre which is more than 100,000 years old. To access it we go through a 45-meter tunnel. Together with a tour guide, we will move into the past. We will discover how water and rock have given rise to impressive forms such as stalactites, stalagmites, columns and jellyfish, among many others. We will learn where the name of the cave comes from and what the word "canelobre" means. Then we go through: - historical center of the authentic village of Busot; - museum of musical instruments from all over the world.

Dive into the wonders of the Canelobre Caves, one of the most impressive natural attractions in the Alicante region. Hidden within the Cabeçó D’Or mountain range, these ancient caves reveal breathtaking formations created by the interplay of water and limestone over thousands of years. Inside, you'll discover awe-inspiring stalactites, stalagmites, and columns, as well as fascinating shapes like "the jellyfish" and "the cathedral." A Spanish-speaking guide is provided only during the cave visit. After exploring the caves with a guide, the journey continues to the charming town of Busot. Here, you'll visit the Ethnic Music Museum, home to a remarkable collection of musical instruments from around the globe. To complete the experience, enjoy a short walk to the historic ruins of Busot Castle, where you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

What awaits you My name is Vika and I will be your guide for this tour. In the largest cave in Spain open to the public, you will unravel the secrets of the amazing forms of Canelobre cave, see them in beautiful illumination and hear about the consequences of the Civil War. Then we'll go to colourful Busot, visit the interactive museum of ethnic music, look at the olive plantations from the fortress ruins and taste the local beer with some tapas. Natural wonder of Spain I will talk to you about the origin of the name of the cave and explain how these amazing shapes were formed. Accompanied by relaxing music, you will walk among stalactites and stalagmites, illuminated in different colours. Together we will try to use our creative power and give them history names. Later, you will be able to imagine what kind of effort it took to discover the cave at a time when it was impossible to light even half of the room. You will learn how the locals managed to influence the opening of the cave for tourists, what happened here during the Civil War and why the consequences of those years will remain. Cosy town at the foot of the mountain After visiting the caves, you will walk through the atmospheric town of Busot. We will then visit the Museum of Ethnic Music, where instruments from all over the world are collected. At each showcase you will see an electronic panel where you will find an instrument and its sound, open non-trivial samples and be inspired by the sounds. We will also visit the Catholic Church and head to the ruined Busot Fortress, where you will enjoy beautiful views of the olive plantations. Finally before the rise, according to the mood, we will treat ourselves to a nice cold beer or any other drink and get a taste of the excellent local tapas.

Embark on a guided tour of the Canelobre Caves, one of the most famous caves in Spain. Explore the cave's impressive stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and jellyfish. Enjoy a scenic drive from Alicante and visit the village of Busot. Start your trip from the center of Alicante in a comfortable car. During a short drive of 20-30 minutes, enjoy beautiful mountain views. The highlight of your trip is the guided visit to the Cueva de Canelobre, which is more than 100,000 years old. To access it, go through a 45-meter tunnel. Together with a tour guide in English and Spanish, move into the past. Discover how water and rock have given rise to impressive forms such as stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and jellyfish. Learn where the name of the cave comes from and what the word "canelobre" means. After the excursion, visit an artisan store to choose some gifts for yourself or for your family (gifts not included in the price of the excursion). As a bonus, receive a visit to a viewpoint on the top of the mountain with incredible views of Alicante and surroundings. Visit an audiovisual room in the cave, walk through the historic center of the authentic village of Busot, visit an old cathedral in the center of Busot, and visit the museum of musical instruments from all over the world.