Conclave
2025-05-12 17:30 - 20:00 (Europe/Madrid) | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:00pm doors open, for 5:30pm start (ends 8:30pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

After the unexpected death of the beloved Pope, Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running the covert process of electing his successor. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrenceuncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake–secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.

JAVEA - Tarraula between the river and Tossal Gros
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | El Rafalet car park, C. Mar de Noruega, 2, Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain
Walk Leaders: Jacqui & Andy

Meeting PointEl Rafalet car park Benitachell road CV740. GPS: 38°45’44.5″N 0°08’52.7″EWalking RouteDistance : 4,3 kmTarraula camis / woods south of the river in the shadow of Tossal GrosTerrainWalking SurfaceMany tarmac roads, some gravel roads and dirt paths. Two short dirt “slopes/gullies” to descend, but can be avoided. Dirt paths and vineyards could be muddy after rain.AscentSome hills. Morante and Tarraula (North) are steep. Tarraula (West) is less steep.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Take the road from Moraira to Benitachell . Turn right at the traffic lights and drive to Javea(CV740), pass the golf club. When you passed the golfclub you find the Rafalet parking on the right on the corner of Calle del mar de Noruega.From Javea:Leave Jávea on the CV734 towards Gata. Turn left at the Ferrobox roundabout onto CV740 to Benitachell. Straight over roundabout at Cabanes. Shortly after the stone cross on right, turn left into the large El Rafalet car park on the left on the corner of Calle del mar de Noruega

Wine Tasting- New Date -Tuesday, 13th May 2025
2025-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Hill Top Bar & Grill, Calle Móstoles, Tabaira, Moraira
Our next Wine Tasting will now be on Tuesday, 13th May, when ‘the dynamic duo’, Domingo and Franco, will be presenting wines from the Corcovo bodega in Valdepeñas. This tasting was originally scheduled for 10th April, but it has come to our attention that the April date falls within the UK Easter school holiday period and many of our regular attendees will not be in Spain at that time. If they are in Spain, then it is very likely that their family will be visiting. We want to ensure that Domingo has a well-attended event, making his 850 km round trip from Valdepeñas worthwhile.
We are not yet open for bookings, but please make a diary note. Invitations will be sent to all group members in April.
If you wish to join the group, please email wine.tasting@u3amoraira-teulada.org

JAVEA - Tarraula between the river and Tossal Gros (Thu)
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | El Rafalet car park, C. Mar de Noruega, 2, Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain

BENITACHELL – Around the country paths and camis from Les Fonts II
2025-05-20 09:30 - 10:30 | Centre of Les Fonts Urbanisation, Urbanització les Fonts, 03726 les Fonts, Alacant, 03726, Spain
Walk Leaders: Mike & Valerie

Meeting PointThe centre of Les Fonts Urbanisation. GPS 38.742109 N, 0.134826 EWalking RouteDistance : 4,8 kmCountry paths, woods and vineyards. Some quiet urbanisation roads.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads, one gravel track.AscentA few short steep tarmac hills.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Turn left at the Benitachell traffic lights. Drive uphill and in the S bend take a right turn. Take the next road on the left side and go straight ahead into l’Abiar (signed to Les Fonts Urbanisation);From Jávea:On the Jávea-Benitachell CV740, turn right at the stone cross. This newly tarmac-ed road, cami Vell de Teulada, goes straight to Les Font urbanisation (3 kms). Ignore all side turnings; From Benitachell church: Follow the road below church (away from Jávea) to the crossroads, turn right into l’Abiar (signed to Les Fonts Urbanisation);Both: Down the hill and past the Windmill and take the first road on the right (Lluca). Follow Lluca, ignoring all turnings, and go up into Les Fonts urb. Park at the crossroads in the centre of the urbanisation by the bins and mailboxes.

BENITACHELL – Around the country paths and camis from Les Fonts II (Thu)
2025-05-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Centre of Les Fonts Urbanisation, Urbanització les Fonts, 03726 les Fonts, Alacant, 03726, Spain

Sorolla, Benlliure and Blasco: Valencia's Greatest Painter, Sculptor and Writer
2025-05-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Peter Atkinson

We are absolutely delighted to welcome back one of our favourite speakers, Peter Atkinson, who is returning to this area for a short time from his new life in Canada and has kindly fitted in one of his superb talks for our members whilst here.

His presentation will explore the work and lives of these three men. Each was a brilliant and prolific artist in his field and, remarkably, they were all born in the city during a five-year period in the 1860s: painter, Joaquín Sorolla y Bastide (1863-1923); sculptor, Mariano Benlliure y Gil (1862-1947); and writer, Vicente Blasco Ibáñez (1867-1928). They knew each other and, without being particularly close, they were friends.

Almost all of Joaquín’s work is oil on canvas and was mostly done outdoors under the Mediterranean sun; he is known as a “painter of light”. He painted people at work and play, did a lot of landscapes and garden scenes, and accepted many commissions for portraits. His family (wife and three children) were often his subjects.

Mariano had intended to be a painter but, on a visit to Rome, the work of Michelangelo inspired him to become a sculptor. While most of his work is bronze, he was also a gifted chiseller of marble. He produced many busts and close to one hundred monumental works, often large and complex and mostly in Spain (Valencia and Madrid in particular).

Vicente had the most varied life of the three. With 50 titles, he was principally a novelist, the early ones being set around the Albufera lake to the south of Valencia. He also wrote 15 non-fiction books and was a journalist; he founded a newspaper for which he wrote almost a thousand articles. And he was a left-wing, republican politician: anti-monarchy, anti-Church, and anti-landowner. He spent a decade in the Cortes, the national parliament, and had three stints in jail.

I hope that as many members as possible will join us to enjoy this excellent speaker.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
2025-05-26 17:30 - 20:05 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 8:05pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

In the early 1970s during the Cold War, the head of British Intelligence, Control (Sir John Hurt), resigns after an operation in Budapest, Hungary goes badly wrong. It transpires that Control believed one of four senior figures in the service was in fact a Russian Agent, a mole, and the Hungaryoperation was an attempt to identify which one it was. George Smiley (Gary Oldman) had been forced into retirement by Control’s departure, but is asked by a senior government figure to investigate a story told to him by rogue Agent Ricky Tarr (Tom Hardy), that there was a mole. Smiley considers that the failure of the Hungary operation and the continuing success of Operation Witchcraft (an apparent source of significant Soviet Intelligence) confirms this, and takes up the task of finding him.

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JAVEA – Sol del Este to Rafalets
2025-05-27 09:00 - 10:30 | Lago Tanganyka, Calle Lago Ilmen, 8, 03739 Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain
Walk Leaders: Jacqui & Andy

Meeting PointSouth end of Sol del Este urbanisation, Calle Lago Tanganyka. GPS: N 38° 45.115’E 000° 09.858′Walking RouteDistance : 4,3kmAcross to Rafalet through woods and back via Sol del Este area around the woods and country lanes.TerrainWalking SurfaceSome tarmac but mainly rough rocky paths through woods. Some uphill. Strong walking shoes essential and perhaps a walking pole.AscentSome uphill parts.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Drive to Benitachell and turn right. at the traffic lights. After passing the large furniture store (Devygar Mobles) turn right. Go past the roundabout and Cansalades Park entrance until you reach a large concrete LAS LADERAS sign. Turn left IN FRONT OF this sign. Drive past the parking area and up the hill to the top where the road bends right. Take the first left into CALLE LAGO VANERN and then bear right into CALLE LAGO TANGANYKA. Parking on the right.From Javea:Leave Jávea on the CV734 towards Gata. Turn right at the Ferrobox roundabout onto CV740 to Benitachell. Reaching Benitachell, Before the large furniture store (Devygar Mobles) turn left into Camino cansaladas towards Javea. Go past the roundabout and Cansalades Park entrance until you reach a large concrete LAS LADERAS sign. Turn left IN FRONT OF this sign. Drive past the parking area and up the hill to the top where the road bends right. Take the first left into CALLE LAGO VANERN and then bear right into CALLE LAGO TANGANYKA. Parking on the right.

JAVEA – Sol del Este to Rafalets (Thu)
2025-05-29 09:00 - 10:30 | Lago Tanganyka, Calle Lago Ilmen, 8, 03739 Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain

General Meeting - 2nd June 2025
2025-06-02 09:30 - 11:30 | Alicante
Date: Monday, 2nd June 2025

Time: Doors open 9:30, meeting starts at 10:30 a.m.

Venue: Salón GL, Teulada

The next General Meeting will be held at Salón GL, Teulada on Monday, 2nd June. Doors open at 9:30, meeting starts at 10:30 a.m.

The membership desk will be open from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for those new members who have submitted online applications and wish to pay their subscription in cash.

There will be two speakers from Caixa Bank. They will be speaking about the senior protection alarm system by Securitas Direct. This is a personal alarm system for people who may live alone or have a partner who has frequent falls.

BENISSA – Pedrera Cami de La Torreta de Canor
2025-06-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Pedrera industrial park, Calle Benz, C. Benz, 3A, 03720 Benisa, Alicante, 03720, Spain
Walk Leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointPedrera industrial park, Calle Benz. Park near “the large black building”.GPS: 38.729479, 0.072268Use View Venue Website below for precise location.Walking RouteDistance : 3,8 kmAround the country lanes of Canor and Torreta which are hidden in the valley between the N332 and AP7TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly well maintained tarmac surfaces with one wide gravel and stony track.Ascent300m moderately steep hillDirections to Meeting PointFrom Teulada take the N332 towards Benissa. Before reaching the new Benissa round-a-boud ,turn right into Pedrera industrial park. Immediately after entering the park turn left and drive up the slight incline. Take the right hand bend and follow the road up the hill and then take the first turning to the left, at this point you should see “the large black building” on your left just as the road bends to the right. Parking is available on both sides of the road.

BENISSA – Pedrera Cami de La Torreta de Canor (Thu)
2025-06-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Pedrera industrial park, Calle Benz, C. Benz, 3A, 03720 Benisa, Alicante, 03720, Spain

Hog Roast - 6th June 2025
2025-06-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Alicante
A Hog Roast is currently being organised at Font Santa, Moraira. More details to be announced very soon. In the meantime, please make a diary note.

Elihu Yale and his Wicked Wife
2025-06-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: David Ebsworth

Elihu Yale is a major figure in our history, though now mostly forgotten. One of the first nabobs, (a Muslim official or governor under the Mogul empire) Yale bequeathed his name to one of the world’s most famous universities. At the same time, he left nothing to poor Catherine except the slur of branding her a “wicked wife.” But Catherine’s own background is fascinating – daughter to one of the Levant Company’s merchant adventurers who helped introduce Alicante wines to the world. Her husband’s reputation is tarnished, however, by his involvement, through the East India Company, in the Indian slave trade but the true story of Catherine and Elihu Yale is still “stranger than fiction” – as author of the Yale Trilogy, David Ebsworth, explains in this one-hour session.

Wine Tasting Group Summer Meal - Thursday, 12th June 2025
2025-06-12 19:00 - 22:30 | Alicante
We have arranged an excellent meal at Restaurante Al Mar in Moraira for our last event before the summer break. The menu and full details of how to book were sent with the invitation to all group members on Sunday, 30th March. If you would like to join us, please contact wine.tasting@u3amoraira-teulada.org

This event is now fully booked.

Pat & Brian

Festival of Sawdust Carpets for the Feast of Corpus Christi in Elche de la Sierra.
2025-06-19 08:00 - 2025-06-22 17:00 | Alicante
Trip details.

19 June: Thursday

We will leave Moraira and drive to Almansa where we will have free time. Lunch is included without drinks. We then drive to our Hotel Felipe 2 in Ayna which is rated 3.5 star. The reviews are excellent. Dinner and accommodation are included.

Hotel Felipe 2

20 June: Friday

Transfer to Elche de la Sierra to visit the museum of the Serrín carpets.

Free time for lunch and return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

21 June: Saturday

Transfer to Albacete. Free time to visit. Lunch included without drinks.

Transfer to Lietor for guided tour.

Transfer back to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

22 June: Sunday

Transfer to Elche de la Sierra to see the the Alfombras de Serrín and enjoy the Corpus Christi.

Transfer back to Moraira

In more detail below:-

The highlight of Almansa is its impressive castle, built on a large rock that crowns the city. Of Arab origin, it was rebuilt by Don Juan Manuel in the 14th century.

The old town, which has been declared a Historic-Artistic Site, is made up of narrow streets that surround the castle. Inside it, the palace of the Counts of Cirat stands out, also known as the Casa Grande, with a beautiful Mannerist doorway. Civil architecture is also represented by 17th-century manor houses, such as that of the Enríquez de Navarra or the Marquises of Montortal; the old granary, now the House of Culture; and the Town Hall. As for religious buildings, of interest are the parish church of the Assumption, from the 16th-19th centuries; the convent of the Augustinians, with a baroque façade; that of San Francisco and the hermitage of San Blas.

Serrin Carpets. Made of Sawdust. We visit the museum and then have free time for lunch before returning to the hotel.

Albacete. We visit the city in the morning and have free time before having lunch which is included but not drinks.

After lunch we visit Lietor. We will have a guided tour of this pretty little village and it’s hidden gems.

The last day we will transfer back to Eleche de la Sierra to see the making of and finished carpets. Times to be confirmed. It maybe be early before the ceremony starts so we can see the carpets in the making.

3035404550Single Occupation510.00485.00465.00480.00423.00Double Occupation438.00410.00391.00385.00350.00

Price includes

Coach for the duration of the trip

3 nights stay at the Hotel Felipe 2 in Ayna

3 dinners at the hotel

2 lunch meals with no drinks

Guide in Lietor

Tickets for the carpet museum

Tips

To book this trip please contact Coral Guise-Smith trip leader on coral.guise-smith@u3amoraira-teulada.org

The deposit is €50 paid by BACS to the U3A bank account. La Caixa Bank Moraira [REDACTED] BIC if necessary: CAIXESBBXXX. Reference is your surnames, membership number and Carpets. If you intend to pay in Sterling, please contact me before doing so.

PLEASE NOTE THAT MONIES PAID FOR TRIPS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE UNLESS WE CAN RE-SELL THE CANCELLED PLACES OR THE TRAVEL GROUP CANCELS THE TRIP WHEN ALL MONIES WILL BE REFUNDED. Please see full T&C’s on the U3A Moraira Travel webpage for full details.

Sometimes changes will have to be made to schedules, this will only happen when outside of our control, and we will notify you of these changes. When booking trips, it will be taken that you will accept any necessary changes.

You are receiving this Travel Newsletter because you are a fully paid-up member of our U3A and have provided us with your email address. If you know someone who is a member but does not have a computer, please pass the information to them.

Valencia Adventure – City & Shopping Bus Trip!
2025-06-19 08:45 - 18:00 | Alicante
Due to popular demand, we’re thrilled to offer more places on a day trip to the vibrant Valencia City Centre and the fabulous Bonaire Shopping Centre!

Departure by bus from La Senieta, Moraira 8:45 AM. Valencia City Centre or Bonaire Shopping Centre. Return to Moraira approx 6:00 PM.

Book Now !

Nearly all seats sold now. If there are insufficient available, contact Carole to be added to the waiting list.

Trip Leader carole.clark@u3amoraira-teulada.org

Medieval Pleasures. Sex Drugs and Rock and Roll in the Middle Ages
2025-06-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Keith Smith

When the word Medieval is mentioned, one conjures up images of death, disease and depravity. But what was life in the Middle Ages in Europe really like?What did people eat and drink?What leisure activities did they pursue?What were attitudes to sex? When could they have sex? When not? Who decided this? and what happened when the rules were broken?To find the answers to these questions and more, and to find some common myths about the Middle Ages challenged, come along to this whimsical presentation.

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July Coffee Morning
2025-07-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Golf Club de Ifach, Carrer Mitgeta, 5, Benissa, Alicante, 03720, Spain
We hope you will come along and join us for a free cup of coffee at the lovely Ifach Golf Club with its splendid views. This will be an informal coffee morning and there will be no presentations.

The membership desk will be open from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for those who wish to renew their membership for 2025 and for prospective new members who have already submitted online applications and wish to pay their subscriptions for 2025 in Cash.

Members who attend a coffee morning can meet other members, pay in cash for membership subscriptions, buy tickets for social events and travel trips, have the opportunity to talk to members of the Committee and, of course, to ask questions.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Further information about U3A General Meetings and Coffee Morning can be found here.

September Coffee Morning
2025-09-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Golf Club de Ifach, Carrer Mitgeta, 5, Benissa, Alicante, 03720, Spain

The Year 1946
2025-09-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Mike Granville

Speaker: 1946 was a year of profound change. In particular the United States and Soviet Union were emerging as superpowers, setting the stage for the Cold War. This talk will explore how the events and developments of 1946 laid the groundwork for the modern world. It will also look at the lives of ordinary people in Britain and around the globe. Maybe it was the year you were born? Me too.

Mike Granville

TURKEY ISTANBUL AND AMAZING CAPPADOCIA
2025-09-10 08:00 - 2025-09-17 17:00 | Alicante
Trip Leader: Coral Guise-Smith ably assisted by her Husband Ray

I am sure some of you have already been to Turkey and possibly Istanbul but not many if any of you will have been to Cappadocia. Cappadocia, a semi-arid region in central Turkey, which is known for its distinctive “fairy chimneys,” tall, cone-shaped rock formations clustered in Monks Valley, Göreme and elsewhere. Other notable sites include Bronze Age homes carved into valley walls by troglodytes (cave dwellers) and later used as refuges by early Christians. The 100m-deep Ihlara Canyon houses numerous rock-face churches. The optional Hot Air Balloon ride at sunrise if you should wish to do it.

If you would like to join me and my able assistant Ray please book your place as soon as possible to reserve both your room and flights.

Thank you

Coral

The ITINERARY is as follows:-

Day 1 10/09: SPAIN TO ISTANBUL

Flying from Valencia to Istanbul at 11.35 am arriving -16.35pm.

Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to the selected hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

Day 2 11/09: ISTANBUL

Full Board. We will head to the picturesque and colorful neighborhoods of Fener and Balat, protected by UNESCO and considered the first settlements of ancient Constantinople. Then, we will pass along the shore of the Golden Horn and visit the Iron Church of St. Stephen, a Bulgarian Orthodox church in a Turkish city, associated with the struggle for ecclesiastical independence in the 1830s and 1840s. It is the only iron Orthodox church in the world. Next,we will visit the Grand Bazaar, which has over 4,500 shops specializing in different products such as jewelry and clothing. After lunch, we will visit the Basilica of Hagia Sophia, “DivineWisdom,” undoubtedly one of the most fantastic buildings of all time. It was built by Constantine the Great and rebuilt by Justinian in the 6th century. Its immense dome rises 55 meters from the ground with a diameter of 31 meters. During the Ottoman Empire, it was converted into a mosque, and minarets were added over time. We will then visit the ancient Hippodrome from the Byzantine era, which was the center of civil activity in the country. It hosted not only horse races and gladiator combats but also celebrations in honor of the Emperor. Today, it preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the Fountain of Emperor Wilhelm. Finally, we will visit the Blue Mosque, built in 1609 during thereign of Sultan Ahmed, who wanted to surpass the Hagia Sophia. He built it with six minarets.

Dinner and accommodation.

Day 3 12/09: ISTANBUL

Full Board. We will begin by visiting the Suleymaniye Mosque, considered the most beautiful of Istanbul’s imperial mosques. It was built between 1550 and 1557 by Sinan, the famous architect of the Ottoman Golden Age. Then, we will head to the ancient walls of Constantinople, at today’s Mevlana Gate. These walls were built by Emperor Theodosius II in 413. With several floors in height and a thickness between three and six meters, they protected the city from constant attacks by the Huns, Bulgarians, Russians, Arabs, Goths, and Turks. The walls were only breached twice—by the Crusaders in 1204 and by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453. Next, we will visit the Monastery of the Virgin of the Spring. According to historians Procopius and Cedrenus, the church was originally built by Emperor Justinian in the final years of his reign near a spring once known as the “Miraculous Spring.” After lunch, we will transfer to the port to embark on a Bosphorus Cruise, the strait that separates two continents and connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. From the boat, we can admire Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy’s bohemian neighborhood, the Rumeli and Anatolian Fortresses, Beylerbeyi Palace, traditional wooden “yali” houses, and more. We will then visit the Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar. It is one of the oldest markets in Istanbul and one of the best places to buy typical products such as spices, sweets, and nuts. Dinner and accommodation.

Day 4 13/09: ISTANBUL – ANKARA – CAPPADOCIA

Full Board. Departure by bus to Ankara, the capital of the Republic of Turkey. Upon arrival, we will visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, located at the foot of Ankara Castle. This archaeological museum houses a unique collection of prehistoric and Hittite artifacts. We then continue to Cappadocia. Arrival, dinner, and accommodation.

Day 5 14/09: CAPPADOCIA

Optional: Hot Air Balloon Ride at sunrise (subject to weather conditions). Full Board. Today, we will explore the Cappadocia region, the birthplace of Saint George—a unique place where nature and culture come together. We will begin with a visit to the Dervent Valley, also known as the “Valley of Fairy Chimneys,” where wind and water erosion have created a stunning landscape of peaks, cones, and obelisks. Next, we will visit the underground city of Ozkonak or a similar one, built by Christian communities to protect themselves from Arab attacks. We will also stop at a carpet and kilim workshop. We continue to the Goreme Open‐Air Museum, home to an impressive collection of rock‐hewn churches, chapels, and monasteries with 11th‐century frescoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In theafternoon, we will visit the volcanic landscapes of Avcilar (Valley of the Hunters) and Güvercinlik (Pigeon Valley) and admire the panoramic view of Uchisar Castle, carved into volcanic rock and dotted with tunnels and windows.We will then stop at an artisan workshop specializing in decorative items and jewelry. Return to the hotel, dinner, and accommodation.

Day 6 15/09: CAPPADOCIA

Full Board. We will visit the Three Beauties of Ürgüp, where you can see unique mushroom shaped rock formations and a panoramic view of Ürgüp. Next, we will explore the small and beautiful village of Ortahisar, famous for its 86‐meter‐high rock castle, which was originally used as a dwelling by the Hittites. In the afternoon, we continue to Zelve Valley, composed of two canyons, where Muslims and Christians lived together until 1924. The right‐side slopes are pink, while the left‐side slopes are white. Later, we visit the Pasabag vineyard, where more “Fairy Chimneys” can be found. We will then stop at a venue showcasing leather clothing.

Return to the hotel, dinner, and accommodation.

Optional: Turkish folk dance show at night.

Day 7 16/09: CAPPADOCIA

Full Board. In the morning, we will visit Avanos, a town famous for its pottery craftsmanship dating back to Hittite times. We will stop at a pottery workshop.Later, we will visit the Aciksaray Ruins (Open Palace), built during the Byzantine period. A river divides the site into two parts—one used as stables and the other as a multi‐level rock settlement. We then continue to St. John the Baptist Church, a 13th‐century architectural gem. It consists of two floors, featuring red stucco decorations, barrel vaults, and walls adorned with depictions of Jesus’ life. Return to the hotel, dinner, and accommodation.

Optional: Dervish Ceremony (Sema) at night.

Day 8 17/09: CAPPADOCIA TO SPAIN

Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for the return flight via Istanbul. End of

our services.

HOTELS PROVIDED OR SIMILAR

ESTAMBUL Darkhill or similar 4* This hotel is in the old town.

CAPADOCIA Suhan hotel and Spa or similar 5*

PRICES INCLUDE

‐ 7 nights’ accommodation in the hotels provided or similar.

‐ Half board in all hotels. In some cases Full board. See itinerary.

‐ 6 lunches during the excursions.

‐ Entrance fees to museums and monuments.

‐ English‐speaking local guide throughout the trip.

‐ Private bus with A/C with max. 45 seats.

‐ Tips in hotels and restaurants.

‐ Hotel lodging tax.

‐ Private boat during the Bosphorus cruise.

‐ PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE

‐ Drinks during meals.

‐ Optional excursions.

‐ Anything else not specified in “Price”

The following gives a guide to the prices applicable depending on group size. The price is not finalised until the group is closed. Be prepared to pay the highest price as we don’t yet know how many will book.

Group Size 20-24

1235€ plus flight 632,22€ Total cost per person sharing 1,867.22€

Group Size 25-29

1137€ plus flight 632,22€ Total cost per person sharing 1,769.22€

Group Size 30-34

1074€ plus flight 632,22€ Total cost per person sharing 1,706.22€

Group Size 35-39

1030€ plus flight 632,22€ Total cost per person sharing 1,662.22€

Group Size 40-44

995€ plus flight 632,22€ Total cost per person sharing 1,627.22€

Single Supplement €420

Flights

10/09/25 TK1302 Valencia 11:35h – 16:35h Estambul

17/09/25 TK2003 Nevsehir 10:40h – 12:20h Estambul

17/09/25 TK1313 Estambul 14:15h – 17:25h Valencia

The fare includes 23 kg of checked baggage and 1 piece of carry‐on baggage up to 8 kg (23x40x55cm).

***Price and rates subject to change until the time of purchase***

Deposit is €400 per person. This will reserve your rooms and flight. Payment by BACS to the U3A bank account. La Caixa Bank Moraira [REDACTED] BIC if necessary: CAIXESBBXXX. Reference is your surnames, membership number and Turkey. If you intend to pay in Sterling, please contact me before doing so.

To book this trip please contact Coral Guise-Smith trip leader on coral.guise-smith@u3amoraira-teulada.org

Monies paid for trips are Non-refundable unless we can resell the cancelled places or the travel group cancels the trip when all monies will be refunded. However, any monies that have been paid to a third party e.g. Agent, Hotel, Travel Operator’s, etc. cannot be refunded unless and until the Travel group receives the money from them. Airline tickets are not normally refundable, but your insurance may cover cancellation in certain circumstances.

Sometimes changes will have to be made to schedules, this will only happen when outside of our control, and we will notify you of these changes. When booking trips, it will be taken that you will accept any necessary changes.

JAVEA - Rafalets to Las Laderas - Thur
2025-09-18 09:00 - 10:00 | El Rafalet car park, C. Mar de Noruega, 2, Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain
Walk leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointEntrance area to Rafalet urbanisation Benitachell road CV740. GPS: 38°45’44.9″N, 0°08’55.4″EWalking RouteDistance : 4,5 kmAcross to the La Colina area and around the woods and country lanes.TerrainWalking SurfaceSingle dirt paths, wide stoney tracks and some quiet tarmac roads.AscentOne small hill at the beginning.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Take the road from to Benitachell . Turn right at the traffic lights and drive toJavea(CV740). Continue on this road passing the golf course and then a garden centre, both on the right. Approximately 200 meters pass the garden centre turn right into Rafalet on the corner of Calle del mar de Noruega.From Javea:Leave Jávea on the CV734 towards Gata. Turn left at the Ferrobox/El Paso roundabout onto CV740 to Benitachell. Go straight over the next roundabout and after approximately 800 meters turn left into Rafalet on the corner of Calle del mar de Noruega.Walk #31

The Cuenca Mountain Range Natural Park & the Parque de Fauna El Hosquillo
2025-09-19 08:30 - 2025-09-21 20:30 | Alicante
This 3-day trip from Friday 19th to Sunday 21st September 2025 is organised by Angela Chantry, U3A Javea, Spanish Culture and Cuisine group and is open to U3A Moraira members to join.

The highlights of this trip include:

Cuenca,

the Enchanted City

the Parque de Fauna El Hosquillo

including guided tours and accommodation in a 4* hotel.

For the full itinerary and details of how to book click on the link below.

Cuenca & Natural Parques Trip information

Edward VIII. Were The Arabian Princess and The Perfect Murder to Blame for His Downfall
2025-09-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Gary Johnson

Gary Johnson aims to show you how a little known Arabian Princess was to blame for the downfall of Edward VIII and how this happened.

TEULADA - Font Horta and Town -Tue
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Teulada in front of Rodafoc, Avinguda del Mediterrani,2, Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain
Walk Leaders: Mike & Valerie

Duration1hrMeeting PointCar Park at bottom of hill on main street in Teulada in front of RodafocGPS: 38.727519 N , 0.097250 EWalking RouteDistance : 4,2 kmAround roads and paths in countyside and in Teulada itselfTerrainWalking SurfaceRoads and tracks.Ascent3 medium steep size hillsDirections to Meeting PointDrive to Teulada, go down main street and go left on the 1st roundabout, almost turning to drive back and park in the car park on the right hand side, in front of Rodafoc store. (It is the same car park used for the U3A-Moraira monthly meetings.)Walk#06

TEULADA - Font Horta and Town -Thur
2025-09-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Teulada in front of Rodafoc, Avinguda del Mediterrani,2, Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain

Travel Trip to Granada offered by U3A Javea
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-10-02 17:00 | Alicante
Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable Andalusian escape — where Moorish palaces, flamenco rhythms, and ancient cobbled streets await!

4 days 3 nights staying in the Hotel Gran Luna de Granada (or similar), a stylish 4-star stay in the heart of the city.

Click HERE for full details on the U3A Javea website

TEULADA - Countryside camis Railway via Cemetery - Tue
2025-09-30 09:00 - 10:10 | Teulada Poligono car park, Moraira, 03725, Alicante, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointTeulada Poligono car park. GPS: 38°43’42.4″N 0°05’37.3″EWalking RouteDistance : 5,4 kmCamis and paths railway station and cemeteryTerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads. section of 400m dirt/stones and 150m woods path. Route goes under the railway once. Proper walking shoes required !AscentMedium hill out of Teulada. Mostly flat.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Teulada-Moraira:Drive to the bottom of the main dual carriageway. At the first roundabout you take the SECOND exit (the first one takes you back into Teulada or the railway station), and it is at the next roundabout you take the FIRST exit and under the railway. At the next roundabout, turn left, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!).From Gata/Benissa:Take N332 until you reach the roundabout outside Teulada. Turn to Teulada and at the next roundabout, turn right, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!). Park close-by in front of the ecopark entrance.Walk#09
