Gran Canaria · VIP
The good vip experiences sell out in the school holidays and the best go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride from Agüimes and the caves of Guayadeque to an aloe vera farm, Firgas, Roque Nublo viewpoints and Fataga. You’ll have a guide in English, Spanish or German, plus hotel-area pickup outside Las Palmas. Lunch is extra, and the mountain roads are part of the day.
“Guide had translation issues, not his fault, I don't speak Spanish.”
Spend about nine hours crossing Gran Canaria by air-conditioned coach, from the cave homes of Guayadeque to Firgas, mountain viewpoints and an aloe vera plantation near Fataga. A guide leads the route, with pickup in tourist areas, an optional lunch stop and short visits at several places. It is a broad island sampler, not a small-group tour.
“With an excellent guide and driver, I got a full day in the northern parts of the Island.It was very cold at the mountain, so I recommend warm clothes.I saw another part than sandy beachen, and it was well spend money.”
Travel inland with a private English-speaking guide, often Simon, for mountain viewpoints, historic villages, local cheese, mojo, honey rum, and a tapas lunch. The route includes Fataga, Teror, Pico de las Nieves, and Cruz de Tejeda. Expect winding roads, changing temperatures, and a full day away from the coast.
“Simon is a very friendly and informative guide. Nice having a smaller group and a smaller coach on the mountain roads. Beautiful scenery, villages and weather.”
Leave the south of Gran Canaria by minivan for a seven-hour route through Fataga, Tejeda, Artenara and other mountain villages. You’ll stop for viewpoints, cave homes and a plant-infusion tasting, with a one-hour lunch break at Fontanales. The group is capped at eight; guides on this route have included Jan, Kevin, Uwe, Ana and Charlie.
“Picked up by Jan who was a friendly and very knowledgeable guide and driver. He made us feel welcome along questions about where we were from and engaged in pleasant conversation on the way to collect other guests. Jan gave us continuous commentary along the route all day and told us interesting facts about the history of the island, his knowledge of the agriculture was very impressive and we learnt lots about the trees and plants that grow in gran Canaria. Several stops for photos of spectacular views and shops for snacks and gifts. Overall a very enjoyable day.”
Set sail from Pasito Blanco with Christoph and Maria on a private Blue Dream charter for up to six. You’ll toast with cava, head toward a west-coast bay for a swim or snorkel, then share a snack of national products and drinks on the way back. The outing lasts about three to seven hours, depending on the option booked and conditions.
“This was amazing! It was beyond our expectations. Christoph and Maria were the most wonderful, gracious hosts. They welcomed us with an unexpected birthday surprise and the day just got better and better. We couldn't have asked for more and Christoph was unbelievably knowledgeable about the history and surroundings. Maria spent so much time preparing food for us, taking photos and videos and created a video montage for us with such love. We couldn't thank Christoph and Maria more! The boat was gorgeous, the food amazing, but the two of them truly made all the difference!! You won't find that anywhere. Well worth every penny and then some. Tip well!!…”
Spend about nine hours exploring Gran Canaria by coach, from Guayadeque’s cave homes to Firgas’s tiled fountains and mountain villages. The route also includes an aloe vera plantation and a lunch stop in Valleseco. Pickup is offered in tourist areas; the optional lunch costs extra, and the group can include up to 59 people.
“Brilliant trip. Guide and driver great. Visited more places than expected. No pressure to buy anything extra. Lunch 3 course with a drink (beer or wine or soft drink) for 15 euros was exceptional value. Expected small portions. Starter salad were large and very fresh. Fish and Read more”
Pick a boat, a ravine or a stretch of sand.
