Things to do in Canary Islands, Canary Islands: The Best Cultural Tours

January 12, 2022 Jasper Kershner

The sun-drenched Canary Islands lie close to North Africa and have an exotic flavor of their own. Hundreds of volcanoes, rolling sand dunes, rich forests and rugged cliffs dapple these seven Atlantic gems. Catch a ferry to Lanzarote. Ride a camel through volcanic Timanfaya National Park. Take on Tenerife, home of Mount Teide, Spain's tallest peak. Romp Grand Canary's beaches or hike La Gomera's Garajonay National Park. More adventures await on tiny El Hierro, verdant La Palma and peaceful Fuerteventura.
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1. 8-Hour Trike Tour Teide National Park

38588 La Caleta, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain Trike Teneriffa
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Tenerife, the largest and most varied island of the Canaries. Experience the Way of Live The tours start in La Caleta / Arico in the southern part of Tenerife or directly from your accommodation. From there it goes, for example, in the direction of Teide National Park with various stops, including in Granadilla de Abona and Vilaflor the highest point in Tenerife and Spain, or directly to Los Cristianos to the ferry to La Gomera. On these tours we bring you closer to the ways of life and habits of the Canary Islands and show them corners of the islands which are not registered in every travel guide. Furthermore, you will experience with our vehicles the exciting journey through several vegetation zones of the island not only with the eyes but also with the nose.

Inclusions: helmet, Bottled water, Use of Trikke, Lunch

Exclusions: Hood for under the helmet, Private transportation

Reviewed By X3519HVmariusp

The best tour in Tenerife! Teide and Masca 4 hours ride on the powerful trke.Strongly recommended!!!

2. 4 hour Masca Photo Trike Tour

38588 La Caleta, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain Trike Teneriffa
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Tenerife, the largest and most varied island of the Canaries. Experience the Way of Live The tours start in La Caleta / Arico in the southern part of Tenerife or directly from your accommodation. From there it goes, for example, in the direction of Teide National Park with various stops, including in Granadilla de Abona and Vilaflor the highest point in Tenerife and Spain, continue past lava fields towards Santiago de Teide. On these tours we bring you closer to the ways of life and habits of the Canary Islands and show them corners of the islands which are not registered in every travel guide. Furthermore, you will experience with our vehicles the exciting journey through several vegetation zones of the island not only with the eyes but also with the nose.

Inclusions: Helmet, water, Insurance, Bottled water, Use of Trikke

Exclusions: Hood for under the helmet, Private transportation

Reviewed By X3519HVmariusp

The best tour in Tenerife! Teide and Masca 4 hours ride on the powerful trke.Strongly recommended!!!

3. Teide 1/2 Day

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There are 15 National Parks in Spain and El Teide is the most visited of all. Elected Natural Heritage by Unesco and is one of the most studied volcanoes by scientists from around the World for its diversity. It is also the third largest volcano in the World from its base. In the Teide experiments with NASA robots are made because of its resemblance to the Moon or Mars. And multiple movie scenes. All of the above makes this visit unique and special for anyone. You can purchase your tickets for the cable car on the bus.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: There is a restaurant in the National Park where you can buy products., Snacks, Cableway

Reviewed By yuyu418

The communication with them was wonderful! Eliazar was extremely responsive, helpful, and fast. I went on the La Gomera tour with them, although the tour was outsourced to a different company. The tour itself was great. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and the driver was also very friendly. We had enough time to visit places, take photos, and enjoy some leisure time. We had some hickups regarding the pickup location. But luckily the guide was able to find me. Overall I'd still recommend the agent because of their good service. And La Gomera is definitely worth a visit!

4. Sunset at Roque Nublo & Stars watching VIP TOUR max. 6 people

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This amazing route goes through the undiscovered part of Gran Canaria. A trip unlike any other. We will take you to places that are not mentioned in the guides. We will show how much truth is in the saying that Gran Canaria is a miniature continent. Our route goes today through Aguimes - former capital of sugar cane region and Tobas De Colores Del Barranco De Las Vacas - amazing monument shaped by power of nature. Our guide will walk you to the edge of Caldera de los Marteles - former volcanic crater and later will drive you to the highest peak - Pico de las Nieves. By the end of the day, we will climb Roque Nublo together to admire the sunset. You will feel the power of this place full of legends and Guanche stories.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, local guide service

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Reviewed By Mark G

Simon has a great personality. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all matters concerning Gran Canaria. We went to a coffee place, explored the mountains and ended up eating some fantastic sea food in Agaete. We had such a warm time with Simon I now regard his as a friend. Ours was a private tour of friends. Simon put together a tour to suit all of us from a 7 year old to a 64 year old (me). Look no further than Simon tours for an authentic Gran Canaria experience. PS great value too

5. Gran Canaria Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick-up

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This amazing route goes through the interior of Gran Canaria. Mountain roads, steep rocky walls and amazing views. On this trip you meet TOP 10 of Gran Canaria sightseeing points and learn about canarias culture and cuisine. We will try local cheese, mojo sauce and rum with honey rum! Our local guide will take you to the former astronomic observatory, where you will look at the sky of Guanches. We stop in Fataga to get lost for a while in charming Old Town. Be ready to discover hidden places while driving through Valley of 1000 Palms and Almonds Valley - capital of almonds trees. During the day we will reach up to mountains enjoying a view of romantic Roque Nublo and the highest peak of the island. We also will find some time for lunch. Barraquito, canarias wines and ropa vieja are waiting for thirsty and hungry turists! We will also show you Las Palmas and Teror. At the end we will enjoy magnificant views from Pico de Bandama and geological wonder Bufardero de la Garita.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel Pick-up, Bottle of water, Cheese, mojo sauce and honey rum

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Reviewed By Mark G

Simon has a great personality. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all matters concerning Gran Canaria. We went to a coffee place, explored the mountains and ended up eating some fantastic sea food in Agaete. We had such a warm time with Simon I now regard his as a friend. Ours was a private tour of friends. Simon put together a tour to suit all of us from a 7 year old to a 64 year old (me). Look no further than Simon tours for an authentic Gran Canaria experience. PS great value too

6. Las Palmas Shore Excursion: Private Volcanic Caldera, Teror Village and Wine-Tasting Tour

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When your cruise ship docks at the Port of Las Palmas, head out to enjoy a day of culture, history and volcanic landmarks on a full-day private shore excursion! With a knowledgeable private official guide at your side, walk around the charming Canarian village of Teror and visit Bandama Caldera (an ancient volcanic crater). Finish the day with a local wine-and cheese-tasting session at a traditional wine cellar.

Inclusions: Port pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Coffee and/or Tea, Wine and cheese tasting, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By 373mehaj

Great experience. Host ensured we had enough time at each stop, constantly kept us engaged. Never made us feel rushed. A really pleasant experience, nothing too taxing but loads to see and a very well thought out route, stayed fluid depending on weather too.

7. Full Day to Bandama Volcano, Center and High Peaks of Gran Canaria & Roque Nublo

Bull Hotels - Hotel Astoria, Calle de, Calle Fernando Guanarteme, 54, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain Trip Gran Canaria
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First of all we are official guides born here in the Canaries. Pick up and drop off at your location here at the capital of Las Palmas Gran Canaria. Enjoy this exclusive tour to the famous high peaks of Gran Canaria and some of the charming villages like Teror, San Mateo or natural monument Bandama crater. Always in a small groups our canarian tour guide will lead you to admire panoramic views from our greatest volcanic mountains like Roque Nublo or Bentayga. If the weather allows us we will have opportunity to take good pictures from the famous "sea clouds" . On Saturdays only it is opened our local farm market, where you could find local wines, cheeses, fruits. etc. On our way up, we will make a stop to see the great Caldera Bandama, magnificent and imposed crater dated over 4.000 years old. In Teror where it is the Lady of Pine Basilique we´ll  have free time for relax or lunch (not included but our guide will help for some good and cheap options)

Inclusions: Pick up in Las Palmas city., Meeting point at HOTEL PARQUE for those are coming outside the capital Las Palmas, Canarian official guide, Transport minivan or minibus with air condition, Some local products tasting, Small groups and exclusive ( max. 20 pax for one guide)

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Reviewed By 79evelinae

Just an excellent experience! Me and my boyfriend were really happy with this tour. Informative and fun + totally safe during the pandemic. All of us were wearing mask and using hand sanitizer constantly. Highly recommended!

8. Day Tour in North of Gran Canaria with Wine Tasting

Bull Hotels - Hotel Astoria, Calle de, Calle Fernando Guanarteme, 54, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain Trip Gran Canaria
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See some of the highlights of northern Gran Canaria on a 7.5-hour tour from Las Palmas! With a canarian official guide, travel to the Charming city of Arucas and learn about the island’s popular exports on visits to the banana farms. Next sport little town of firgas famous for water. Another stop also to small town of Guía, famous for local flower cheese(option al tasting 3euros).Then discover the beautiful valley of the Berrazales, in Agaete, where they have unique arabyca coffee and a wine tasting included. Sunbathing ior lunch will take place n the port of las Nieves.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Palmas capital, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Small group, Coffee plantation entrance and tasting

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Pick up outside Las Palmas city center, Snacks

Reviewed By 373mehaj

Great experience. Host ensured we had enough time at each stop, constantly kept us engaged. Never made us feel rushed. A really pleasant experience, nothing too taxing but loads to see and a very well thought out route, stayed fluid depending on weather too.

9. La Gomera Day Trip from Tenerife

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Itinerary: -San Sebastián Viewpoint -Degollada de Peraza -Roque de Agando -Garajonay National Park: La Laguna Grande -Juego de Bolas. Visitors Centre -Valle Hermoso Viewpoint - lunch included (traditional Canarian food) -San Sebastián de la Gomera

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Reviewed By franklH8763YC

I had the best whale watching tour ever. With my wife and Capt. Alicia we were only 3 sailors on board for this comfortable and intensive expedition. Look at the picture of a baby pilot whale and take your chance too.

10. Full-day Lanzarote Island Tour

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A complete day full of contrasts, North and South of the Island. The perfect option for a complete approach to the landscapes, towns and geography of Lanzarote, as well as visit some of the most emblematic places of the Island: Timanfaya, Jameos Del Agua, Haría, Green Lake, North and South of Lanzarote...

Inclusions: Official guide, Overview of the Salinas del Janubio, Los Hervideros and Geria area, Stop and visit to El Golfo and Lago Verde, Stop and free time for lunch (not included in the price), Stop at the Mirador de Haría, Panoramas of Peñas del Chache, Valley of the Thousand Palms, Volcano of the Crown, Stop and visit to Los Jameos del Agua., Hotel Pick up in Arrecife Area

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Reviewed By ChrisChinchilla

Great tour all over the different areas of the old town, with a few sneaky trips into shops to see some historical buildings, and a great guide!

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