Segways, Sea Views and Paella: A Private Half-Day Through Altea’s Old Town and Coast

ALTEA SEGWAY FIELD GUIDE

Segways, Sea Views and Paella: A Private Half-Day Through Altea’s Old Town and Coast

A private Segway tour that pairs a two-hour guided ride through Altea’s casco viejo and Paseo Marítimo with a three-hour paella cooking show and pool time—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Segways, Sea Views and Paella: A Private Half-Day Through Altea’s Old Town and Coast.

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Location
Altea
Operator
Costa Blanca Tour Services
Category
Segway
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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The Altea Segway Tour threads the town’s steep, whitewashed lanes and breezy waterfront in a two-hour guided Segway loop, then transfers guests to Finca la Campaneta for a three-hour cooking demonstration, poolside paella and beers—an organized, private outing that blends townscape sightlines with a relaxed culinary finish.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Casco Viejo and Paseo Marítimo

Glide through Altea’s restored fisherman houses and narrow, elevated lanes around the church plaza, then descend past the town hall onto the internationally flavored Paseo Marítimo lined with restaurants and pubs.

THE EXPERIENCE

Segway initiation and guided private tour

The outing includes a short Segway initiation and a private guide, supported by wireless transmission equipment and private insurance, making the ride accessible for first-time riders within the operator’s safety limits.

THE FINALE

Cooking show, paella and pool at Finca la Campaneta

After the ride the group returns to Finca la Campaneta for a cooking demonstration, paella, beers and time by the pool—a social finish to the tour that completes the five‑hour program.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

Expect a brisk, town-to-shore progression: a supervised Segway lesson and two hours of guided riding through Altea’s labyrinthine old quarter and along the Paseo Marítimo, followed by three hours at Finca la Campaneta for a cooking demonstration, paella, beers and poolside relaxation—an engineered mix of active sightseeing and leisurely dining.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this fits—and who should reconsider.

1
Active SightseersWell suited: those who want a compact, active introduction to Altea’s old town and waterfront followed by a relaxed culinary finale; the day balances movement with leisure.
2
Families with TeenagersA good match for families with older teens (minimum age 14); younger children (10–13) may join only when accompanied by an adult.
3
First‑Time RidersAppropriate for first‑time Segway users because the tour includes a training session and a guided monitor, though all riders must fall within the operator’s weight and age limits.
4
Travelers with Weight or Group ConstraintsNot ideal for guests outside the 38–120 kg weight range or for solitary travelers if the minimum group size of four is not met; bookings may be rescheduled or cancelled when the minimum is unmet.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What’s included

Private guided Segway tour, Segway initiation session, wireless transmission equipment for the guide, and private insurance are included in the outing.

Training & Safety

The program provides a brief Segway training (cursillo de iniciación) before departure and operates within the operator’s stated safety limits.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Altea Segway Tour?

The full program comprises two hours of Segway touring plus three hours for the paella, beer and pool component, for a five‑hour total.

What is the price?

The base Segway tour price is 49€ per person; the cooking demonstration/paella component is an additional 51€ per person.

What are the age and weight requirements?

Minimum age is 14 years. Children from 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Weight limits are between 38 kg and 120 kg.

Is the tour guaranteed to run?

The tour requires a minimum of four participants; if that minimum is not reached the reservation will be reprogrammed or cancelled.

Where does the tour start?

The activity starts at Finca la Campaneta, with the meeting point located just behind the Costa Blanca train station.

What is included in the Segway portion?

The Segway portion includes a private guide/monitor, a short initiation course, wireless transmission equipment to hear the guide, and private insurance.