Top Canary Islands Day Trips - page 5

Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Gran Canaria on this full-day tour, complete with lunch. Visit charming towns like Arucas, Teror, and Fataga, explore iconic landmarks such as Roque Nublo, and enjoy a scenic walk through the Flowers Park. With lunch, bottled water, and transportation included, this tour offers a seamless way to experience the island’s beauty and heritage.

Scale the summit of Spain’s highest peak, and look out over Tenerife beneath a blanket of stars. First, tuck into a delicious dinner of typical Canarian cuisine at Bodega Reverón in Vilaflor. Next, follow your guide on an evening tour of Mount Teide, then enjoy stargazing and spot constellations in the darkening night sky.

Take the wheel of a convertible Volkswagen Beetle and feel the island wind in your hair as you explore Gran Canaria. In a convoy of no more than 10 cars, you will follow your guide on a route in the interior of the island to discover the pine forests and valleys that most tourists miss. Halfway through the excursion, a traditional Canarian picnic is included.

Marina Rubicon (market) • Approximate duration: 1.5 - 2 hours White beach • Duration approx: 2.5 - 3 hours Pick Up areas are: • Costa Teguise • Puerto del Carmen

The Spanish island of Lanzarote may be known for its sunshine and stark volcanic landscape, but it has another claim to fame: home to the late artist Cesar Manrique. To truly understand the Manrique's creative vision, arts enthusiasts should take advantage of this guided tour dedicated to the artist's work. As you tour the island, visit Manrique's monuments, architectural creations, and paintings. Along the way, experience the island's natural beauty at the Green Caves or Los Jameos del Agua.

Narrow tracks and rough terrain mean that some of Gran Canaria’s most beautiful places can be hard to reach without a 4WD vehicle. A fleet of rugged Jeeps will take you into scenic ravines, historic villages, and gorgeous viewpoints on this full-day 4WD tour, with round-trip transfers from your southern Gran Canaria address.

Experience Gran Canaria like a local with this fully customizable tour of the island. You'll skip the touristy spots and instead make your way out to the heart of the island to see beautiful natural areas, magnificent viewpoints, and traditional villages, with a stop for a homemade picnic lunch along the way.

Visit Gran Canaria highlights from natural dunes to seaside villages on a full-day tour of Dunas de Maspalomas, Puerto de Mogán, Barranco de Guayadeque, and Mirador Caldera de los Marteles. A mix of free time and guided visits combines the flexibility of an independent day and the curated experience of a tour, while traveling with a dedicated driver saves you the hassle of arranging transport between the widely scattered sites.

Enjoy a dolphin and whale watching cruise, sailing offshore from the southwest coast of Gran Canaria, in the area between Puerto de Mogán and the Maspalomas Lighthouse. Get on board one of our catamarans, safe and comfortable boats that, due to their characteristics, offer a pleasant navigation, with less rolling than a monohull or smaller catamarans. . After sailing in search of cetaceans, we will return to the coast, making a stop of about 30 - 45 minutes in Cala del Perchel, Taurito, Tauro or Anfi del Mar, depending on the sighting area that has been navigated. At that time you can enjoy a refreshing swim, use the snorkeling equipment included in the activity and have a refreshing drink, returning later to Puerto Rico to end the activity.

Departure from Playa Blanca, Puerto Calero, Puerto del Carmen, Arrecife and Costa Teguise towards Teguise, which used to be the island main city, where there is a very varied popular street market which take place every Sunday. We have free time to visit the market and the possibility of watching performances by folk groups in the town’s central square, surrounded by historic sites such as the church or “Palacio Spínola”. Then, we visit the César Manrique Foundation, located in the old house of the magnificent Lanzarote-born artist. Here, you are able to contemplate César Manrique’s work, as well as various paintings and sculptures by different avant-garde artists. Return at about 1.30 pm.

This tour helps you save time and tick off Timanfaya National Park, Mirador del Rio, and Cueva de Los Verdes in a day. Instead of waiting around in long ticket lines, benefit from the convenience of having admission included along the way. Highlights include a visit to Timanfaya volcano to see geothermic demonstrations, and the opportunity to walk through a lava cave.

This direct bus service from your resort area to the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria allows you to explore the Canarian capital at your own pace. The round-trip bus transfer comes with a guide on the bus, and then you’ll have five hours to explore Las Palmas by yourself and not be held to a group tour. The bus picks up in resort towns like Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, Bahía Feliz, Puerto Rico, Arguineguín, Taurito, and Puerto Mogán.

Entrance to the Timanfaya National Park Green Lake Camel Park (Optional camel ride) Timanfaya National Park Lunch Free wine tasting

Leave your guidebook at home and learn about the history and natural wonders of Tenerife on this private tour. The ideal way to avoid the crowds—benefit from hotel pickup, drop-off, and private transportation between sights. Along the way, enjoy a scenic ride through the Teno Mountains, a visit to a village built by pirates—Masca; and plenty more outdoor highlights, such as El Drago Milenario, Candelaria, and the Anaga Peninsula.

The Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park offers a stunning backdrop for a hiking excursion, as well as affording spectacular views over Lanzarote’s north coast. On this half-day tour, enjoy a guided hike to La Corona volcano and climb right up to the crater rim. Continue along the dramatic Famara Cliffs, admiring the park’s unique volcanic topography and looking out for native wildlife along the way.

Discover the Magic of Tenerife: Excursion to Teide, Masca, Icod and Garachico

Experience the superb coffee and wine of Gran Canaria on this guided all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the island’s produce from an informative local guide and travel to sites like Firgas, Mirado de Arucas, Puerto de las Nieves, and Valle de Agaete. Enjoy a delicious lunch along the way (payable on the spot).

Teide National Park is one of the best places to admire the sunset in Tenerife. In 2013, Teide National Park was declared a Starlight Tourist Destination and Starlight Reserve by the Starlight Foundation and since then the number of tourists interested in astronomy has grown, making Tenerife a popular destination for astronomers worldwide. The low light pollution inside Teide National Park (declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is what makes it the perfect place for stargazing in Tenerife, as here you're almost guaranteed great night sky conditions, which will allow you to observe varios stars and constellations. Tenerife has a special law in place in order to protect these pristine star-watching conditions inside Teide National Park, by controlling the flight routes and limiting the light pollution inside the park. At an altitude of 2000 meters, we will discover the constellations designed by our ancestors and their brightest stars. Also we will be using very powerful telescopes.

The island of La Palma has been continually shaped by volcanic eruptions, but it is tricky to safely explore new lava-forged roads and walking trails without a guide. On this guided half-day tour, venture from the historic center of Santa Cruz to Caldera de Taburiente National Park, listening to stories behind the island’s unique volcanic geology—and the lives impacted by its eruptions—along the way.

Discover the best of northern Tenerife in one day by visiting Icod de los Vinos, Garachico and the stunning Masca Valley. Includes entrance to the Millennium Drago, one of the great natural symbols of the Canary Islands. Enjoy real free time at each stop, spectacular viewpoints and local recommendations to take advantage of each place without rush. Tour Garachico and its natural pools formed by volcanic lava and cross the famous Masca road, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. Travel in a small group, with comfortable transportation and close treatment, away from massive and hasty excursions. Ideal for those who want to live the most authentic Tenerife.

Explore the southern portion of Fuerteventura on this full-day small-group tour. Learn about the island’s history, culture, and people as you visit key landmarks like La Pared, Auy, Pajara, the Museum Los Molinos de Tiscamanita, and stop at many viewpoints along the way. Enjoy a personalized experience with small groups as you explore the beautiful island.

Get crystal-clear views of Majorca's underwater world without getting wet by booking a tour on this glass-bottomed catamaran. Spend two hours cruising up and down the island's northern coast, home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Get passing sights of Aucanada Island, with its picture-perfect lighthouse, and the seaside cliffs on the way to Playa Coll Baix, where you can relax or take a swim.

While visiting Spain’s Canary Islands, you won’t want to miss the markets on Gran Canaria, but they can be intimidating if you’ve never been. This Teror and San Mateo Sunday Market Tour takes you to both with a guide with most of your time spent exploring the Teror Market. Discover local food and goods and be able to ask your guide questions while you shop.

Cruise along the beautiful coastline of western Mallorca and visit one of the island’s most beloved outdoor markets on this half-day tour. Admire crystal-clear water and dramatic sea cliffs on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise departing from Santa Ponsa or Paguera, and then ride a comfortable bus to the old fishing port of Andratx. Enjoy 3 hours of leisure time to shop and dine among stalls laden with colorful, fresh produce at the town's weekly Wednesday market.