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100% PRIVATE TOUR from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (maximum 4 people). No one else will join your excursion. Get away from Las Palmas in 1 day and explore the dunes and mountains of Gran Canaria. You will visit 3 typical villages (one of which ranked as one of the most beautiful in Spain), 2 beautiful churches, 5 magnificent viewpoints with the highest point of Gran Canaria. Choosing us means traveling taking your time, discovering the diversity of landscapes but also the local, historical, cultural and gastronomic heritage. No unnecessary commercial stoppages. We have been established for many years on the island of Gran Canaria and are passionate about visiting every corner of our beautiful island. We look forward to introducing you to all the wonders that lie hidden on our “miniature continent”.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Support: 9:00 in front of your hotel. 9:00 a.m. in front of the security post of the port of Las Palmas (5-10 minutes walk from your cruise ship)
In front of the car park entrance.
Itinerary
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9:00 am: Departure to the south of the island to see the beautiful dunes of Playa Del Ingles. We will stop in a magnificent viewpoint at the Riu Palace Hotel. The Maspalomas dune system is a unique wilderness in the Canary Islands because of its beauty and diversity of ecosystems. Its 400 hectares, protected by the Canary Government as a nature reserve of special value, include a fantastic beach, a dynamic sand dune system, a palm grove and a brackish lagoon. This mix of desert and oasis is located at the southern tip of Gran Canaria and is surrounded by the famous seaside resort of Maspalomas.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Departure for a viewpoint (Mirador in Spanish) from which you will have a spectacular view on one side on Playa Del Ingles, its dunes and lighthouse and on the other to the magnificent Fataga ravine.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Departure for Fataga. This peaceful village perched in the heights of a valley is composed of small well-preserved white houses, small narrow and flowery alleys. It is surrounded by ravines, pine trees and a provided and unique palm grove. Stop in Fataga and short walk in the village.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Route to the village of San Bartolome de Tirajana located at 890 meters above sea level. We will visit the village church consecrated in 1922.
Admission ticket free -
4
Continue the road to the small village of Tejeda which received the award from one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. Walk through the village and visit the church dating from 1921. Lunch in a typical restaurant with local Tapas (meals not included in the tour price).
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will then take the road to Cruz de Tejeda where we will have (if there are not too many clouds) a magnificent view of Tenerife and the Volcano “El Teide”, the highest peak in Spain (3715 meters above sea level). Cruz de Tejeda marks the geographical centre of the island. Stop to take pictures and admire the landscape.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We will then take the road to Pico de las Nieves the highest point in Gran Canaria. To appreciate the essence of a place and soak up its atmosphere, nothing better than to get to the highest point. In Gran Canaria, it is the viewpoint of Pico de las Nieves, in the center of the island. At an altitude of 1,949 metres, in good weather, you will have a breathtaking view of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, with its countless deep valleys and jagged ridges, shrouded in vegetation and crowned by spectacular rocks.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will then take the road north to Gran Canaria and make a stop at the viewpoint of the “Caldera de Los Marteles”. Created by a volcanic eruption in contact with groundwater, this crater (Caldera) is about 80 m deep and 550 m in diameter. If there are no clouds, you can also have a magnificent view of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It will then be time to return to your hotel to complete this excursion around 6:00 – 6:30 pm.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration of the itinerary includes travel times
- Not recommended if you are prone to motion sickness (many turns)
- Excursions suitable for travellers between 12 and 90 years old who do not have problems walking.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration of the itinerary includes travel times
- Not recommended if you are prone to motion sickness (many turns)
- Excursions suitable for travellers between 12 and 90 years old who do not have problems walking.
- Any alcoholic beverages consumed during the meal (not included in the price of the excursion) are to be consumed in moderation and reserved for persons at least 18 years old.
- The route has winding roads that are not suitable for people with vertigo.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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