The Costa Blanca is the most practical base for a campervan trip from Valencia. In 200 kilometres of coastline you have urban beaches with full facilities, wild coves for a private sunrise by the sea, and a solid network of motorhome stopovers, year-round campsites and water points every few kilometres. This route is designed for 4-5 relaxed days, with no early alarms or exhausting driving legs. No single stage exceeds one hour behind the wheel. Perfect for families with children, couples and first-time campervanners. Total distance: ~380 km return. Best time to go: year-round.
Day 1: Valencia → Cullera → Gandía (60 km)
We leave Valencia heading south on the V-31 motorway. First stop: Cullera, just 40 minutes away. Climb up to the Cullera lighthouse — the white tower against the Mediterranean is particularly beautiful in the morning light. Racó beach is perfect for a first swim: fine sand, calm water and a promenade for that first road-trip coffee. In the afternoon we drive to Gandía. The motorhome stopover in Gandía has all services: water, waste disposal and electricity. Family option: Camping La Naranja. For dinner, try fideuá at its place of origin — Gandía is the birthplace of this dish; ask at the port-side restaurants.
Day 2: Gandía → Dénia → Jávea (50 km)
A short morning drive to Dénia along the N-332, one of the most scenic coastal roads. Dénia's castle presides over the town, the fishing quarter Baix la Mar retains its seafaring soul, and the municipal market sells the famous red prawn (gamba roja) of Dénia. After lunch, 15 minutes to Jávea. We recommend Wecamp Jávea — a modern campsite with spacious motorhome pitches, a swimming pool and walking distance to Arenal beach. At sunset, climb to the Cap de Sant Antoni viewpoint — 160-metre cliffs above the sea. Local tip: the famous Cala Moraig and Cala Granadella appear in every guidebook, but we do NOT recommend them for a motorhome — the access roads are narrow with tight bends, and in high season it is impossible to park or turn around.
Day 3: Jávea → Calpe → Altea (40 km)
Above Calpe rises the Peñón de Ifach — 332 metres of rock emerging straight from the sea. The ascent takes around 2 hours return and rewards you with stunning views of the bay (wear closed-toe shoes). Afterwards, a chiringuito by Calpe's fishing port serving fish from the morning auction. In the afternoon, 20 minutes to Altea, the most photogenic village on the Costa Blanca: white houses, cobbled lanes, the blue church dome glowing gold in the sunset light. Overnight: Altea area or Camping Cap Blanch near l'Albir beach.
Day 4: Altea → Racó de Conill → Villajoyosa (25 km)
A day for secret beaches. Tucked between Benidorm and Villajoyosa lies Racó de Conill — a crystal-clear cove with no bar or music. Arrive early. Part of the cove is a naturist zone; the atmosphere is calm throughout. In the afternoon, Playa Paradís in Villajoyosa: golden sand, shallow water great for children, and far fewer people than Benidorm. Villajoyosa surprises with its colourful seafront houses and the Valor chocolate factory, which has a free museum and tasting. Overnight: Villajoyosa stopover, 5 minutes' walk to the beach.
Day 5: Villajoyosa → Alicante → Valencia (180 km)
Final leg: 30 minutes to Alicante. Castillo de Santa Bárbara (lift from Postiguet beach) offers the best panorama of the city. The Explanada de España with its famous wave-pattern mosaic, the Mercado Central for provisions for the journey home. Return to Valencia via the AP-7, now toll-free — under 2 hours.
Practical tips
- 1Water and waste disposal: the stopovers in Gandía, Altea and Villajoyosa offer full service. At campsites it is included in the price.
- 2Essential app: Park4Night for finding stopovers, water points and overnight spots — the van-life community shares up-to-date reviews in real time.
- 3High season (July–August): book Wecamp Jávea and campsites 2–3 weeks in advance. Public stopovers are first-come first-served — arrive before noon to secure a spot.
- 4Fuel: filling up in Valencia or Gandía is noticeably cheaper than in the coastal resorts. Fill the tank before you leave.
- 5Driving: the N-332 is scenic but congested in summer. The AP-7 runs parallel and is now completely toll-free — use it for the longer stretches.
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Our McLouis Yearling 89G fits this route well: compact enough for coastal roads, air-conditioned, with 3 beach chairs and an outdoor gas stove for dinner by the sea.
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