San José Caves Shore Excursion with Boat Tour & Port Pickup
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Skip the overpriced ship excursions. After the port shuttle drops you at the terminal gate, your Valencia & Go driver is already waiting — no queues, no confusion. We take you to Europe's longest navigable underground river: the Caves of San José, carved by water over millions of years into a cathedral of rock. Walk one kilometre through ancient stalactites and silent chambers, then board a flat-bottomed boat and drift deep into the cave where daylight disappears. On the way back, a 45-minute panoramic drive through Valencia — City of Arts & Sciences, the Turia Gardens, the old town. 4h 45min total. Back at the gate with time to spare.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
What To Expect
Coves De Sant Josep
Navigate Europe's longest underground river on a guided boat ride through ancient stalactites and stalagmites. Your local guide explains the geology and history before entry.
Valencia
Scenic panoramic drive through Valencia with live guide commentary — highlights include the City of Arts and Sciences, historic center, and port area on the way back to the cruise terminal.
Options
Excursion in French
Excursion in German
Excursion in Spanish-English
What‘s Included
Official licensed local guide
Admission fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided boat ride on the underground river
45-minute panoramic tour of Valencia by bus (City of Arts & Sciences, Turia Gardens, ancient centre)
Meals
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome experienxe
lizlZ8236QM,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jorge was an amazing tour guide! We enjoyed his witty humor, as well as his facts along the way including the history. The price was just right! The boat and cave tour was one of the awesomest experiences ever. I HIGHLY recommend Jorge!!
Wonderful!
jacopop2019,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience at the San Josep caves, enriched by the professional, kind, and friendly guidance of Monica! I recommend it to everyone!
Go Alex
Bianca H,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex was a great tour guide! Very kind and knowledgeable
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E3468RDaxels,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very beautiful cave, the guide provides explanations throughout the tour, which allows for learning more about the region.
Tour guide without propaganda
629oussemam,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Let me put this first, Ferran was an amazing guide, the only not biased guide in spain that i met, he provided history without propaganda. The cave was amazing and i am grateful that they made it available to the public. With Ferran, you will get hidden gems, extra knowledge about history along the way from the pickup spots to the caves.
Tour in the caves
Giulsbevi,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience in the caves. The guide very kind and prepared. I would recommend it to everyone!
An Unexpected Gem Near Valencia
548farahb,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit to the Cuevas de San José was absolutely peaceful, unique, and truly unforgettable. It was an amazing experience ! We had a careful boat guide inside the cave who spoke English and shared fascinating information about the site. Our activiy guide, Ferran was incredibly patient and gave clear, useful explanations that helped us truly understand the history and beauty of the caves and of Valencia. A big thank you for all the stories you shared during the visit and for the tips to enjoy the city — I loved trying the horchata and walking along Reina Avenue in the Cabañal neighbourhood❣️ I genuinely recommend this experience !
Family friendly half day excursion!
Tiffany B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole family really enjoyed the excursion to the Coves de Sant Josep. We have three children ages 11, 14 and 16. It was an incredible experience with beautiful landscapes and friendly people. Every single one of us enjoyed it. I would highly recommend. The whole experience only took half a day so we still had time to explore other things in Valencia that day.
Fascinating caves
bmA9178SC,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A super cool excursion! We went hand in hand with Alessandro who is great and 1000% recommended, I hope to repeat and match him again! A great birthday present!! Thank you.
Journey to the caves of S.Jose
inmal756,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The great experience, but Alessandro is a 10 guide, and his mother who reads the reviews! Congratulations your son is in charm
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