Discover a hidden world beneath the mountains and a museum full of sounds from across the globe

Just 30 minutes from Alicante, the charming village of Busot hides one of the most impressive natural landmarks in the region — the Canelobre Caves. To get a perfectly balanced tour of nature, culture, and local stories, we recommend to combine underground adventure with a unique visit to the Ethnic Music Museum.

If you’ve already explored the city with our Alicante Walking Tour, this experience is the perfect next step. Tour to Canelobre Caves and Busot is ideal if you want to complete the classic city tours — a mix of landscapes, history, and emotions.

Tour Highlights

Explore the spectacular Canelobre Caves, one of the largest caves in the region
Admire a giant underground dome resembling a Gothic cathedral
Learn about geology, history, and surprising uses of the caves
Visit the Ethnic Music Museum with instruments from all over the world
Enjoy a relaxed trip to the authentic village of Busot
Small group or private experience with a personal guide

What You Will Experience

Canelobre Caves — Nature’s Gothic Cathedral

We begin our journey in the mountains of Busot, where the famous caves are located at about 700 meters above sea level.

Inside, you’ll discover a breathtaking underground world filled with stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. The main hall rises up to 70 meters — one of the highest cave vaults in Spain — often compared to a cathedral.

The constant temperature of around 17–18°C makes it comfortable to visit all year round.

Your will discover:

how the caves were formed
how they were used during history (even during the Civil War)
why they have such incredible acoustics

Busot Ethnic Music Museum — Sounds of the World

After the caves, we continue to the village center to visit a truly unique museum. Here you’ll find musical instruments from different cultures and continents — from ancient tribal instruments to modern pieces. This is not just a museum — it’s a journey through traditions, rituals, and the role of music in different societies

Moreover it’s interactive, surprising, and perfect even if you’re not a “museum person”.

Why Choose This Tour

A rare combination of nature + culture in one trip
Comfortable logistics with no stress
Personal approach (small groups or private)
Ideal alternative to standard sightseeing tours

Group size: 3–5 people.
Smaller groups — private tour only.

If you would like to explore the city as well, check out our Alicante Walking Tour.
For a full-day experience in the mountains, we also recommend our Guadalest Tour.

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Tours in Alicante (Costa Blanca) 2-15 People

Duration 2 Hours

€20

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