Gran Canaria: rural villages sightseeing tour by minivan
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8-hour south-to-north tour in an 8-seat minivan with a guide-driver: Fataga, San Bartolomé, Tejeda, the Artenara cave houses, Fontanales, Moya and San Felipe. Rated 4.6/5 from 834 reviews.
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- NL, English, French +3
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Guide languages
- nl · English · French · German · Italian · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- 3+
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Minivan for up to 8 with a guide-driver
- Fataga and the Valley of a Thousand Palms
- Tejeda, one of Spain's prettiest villages
- Artenara cave houses
- North coast at San Felipe
Our take
It covers more of the interior than most trips from the south, and in a small minivan rather than a coach, which makes a difference on mountain roads and at the stops. Stops are short, so it's more of a scenic drive than an in-depth visit to each village.
What's included
- Tour in a modern minivan for up to 8 people
- Local guide-driver
- Civil liability and accident insurance
- Pickup from the listed southern areas
Not included
- Lunch, tastings and drinks (optional)
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Jacket
- Comfortable clothes
Not suitable for
- Children under 3
- People with mobility impairments
Things to keep in mind
- The tour runs rain or shine
- No luggage or large bags
- Lunch in Fontanales is optional and paid separately
Meeting point
Pickup in Bahía Feliz, San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Arguineguín, Anfi del Mar, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Taurito or Puerto de Mogán.
The exact pickup time and point appear when you check availability.
The experience
What you will see
- The Degollada viewpoint, overlooking the south of the island.
- Fataga and the Valley of a Thousand Palms.
- San Bartolomé de Tirajana and the almond groves of Ayacata.
- Tejeda, up in the summits.
- The Artenara cave houses and the Monte Pavón viewpoint.
- Fontanales, Moya and the coastal village of San Felipe in the north.
How it works
You're picked up in the south and the minivan climbs the Fataga ravine towards the summits, with short stops at each village and viewpoint. After Tejeda and Artenara you head down through the midlands to Fontanales, where there's free time for lunch. You then pass through Moya and the Los Tilos valley to San Felipe, returning south around Las Palmas.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to see the interior and north in a day without driving.
- Anyone who prefers a small vehicle to a coach.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to hike or spend a long time in each village.
- Anyone prone to carsickness on mountain roads.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments or electric wheelchairs.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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