Private Gran Canaria: Total Tour - Behind Las Canteras & Wild Las Palmas Hike
Gran Canaria, Spain
From USD 97.64
Office phone number: +34 699 501 933
Private Gran Canaria: Total Tour - Behind Las Canteras & Wild Las Palmas Hike
Gran Canaria, Spain
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
This private comprehensive Las Palmas day tour highlights the local side of Las Palmas and shows you the best undiscovered gems the city has to offer and because you’ll have a local guide al to yourself, you can customise the itinerary to suit your individual needs! You’ll visit busy Las Canteras beach, dive into local neighbourhoods, and check out a wild nature park. Forget the tourist trail and spend your day like locals do! Start with a Canarian breakfast and explore the hidden side of the Las Canteras area. Walk all the way to the north to discover La Isleta nature park, and hike to a rocky beach to have a delicious picnic surrounded by nature.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
- Get to know two distinct sides of Las Palmas: busy Las Canteras and undiscovered, local favourite La Isleta
- Discover hidden gems behind Las Canteras Beach and learn how the area has dramatically changed over the last few decades
- Enjoy the breathtaking panoramas of moon-like La Isleta nature park and Gran Canaria’s north coast
- Hike to rocky El Confital Beach and fall in love with the great outdoors
- Fill up on some of the best local specialities during an epic Canarian breakfast and picnic lunch, all made from local ingredients
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Schedule details
- Duration: 6 hours
- Pickup location:
In front of the Church of the Holy Christ (Iglesia del Santísimo Cristo) at Olof Palme Street (Olof Palme, 9).
View on Google Maps.
- Pickup time: Various
- Drop off location:
Mercado del Puerto (calle Albareda 76)
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, breakfast, snack, coffee, beer/soft drink, water, lunch in the form of a beach picnic.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs, gratuities.
This private tour combines two of our most popular Gran Canaria tours: Behind Las Canteras and Wild Las Palmas Beach Picnic, to make up one perfect day out!
Your epic day in Gran Canaria’s colourful capital starts in the Las Canteras area, famous for having one of the best urban beaches in Europe. Canarians love Las Canteras Beach as much as tourists do, but they spend their time in that area a little differently. So we suggest leaving the pack behind and joining us to hang out with the locals!
Fuel up for your adventure with a typical Canarian coffee and delicious local breakfast at one of our favourite places. Get to know hidden gems of the area, including local squares, street art, and markets that most tourists don’t even notice or ever end up visiting.
On the way, you’ll learn about the city’s past and the locals who have changed the area’s history, but about whom no books have been written. You’ll feel the slow pace of local life when passing by a picturesque urban garden, Plaza de Farray, and finally Mercado del Puerto.
Just a few metres behind busy Las Canteras beach you’ll discover quiet, locally loved La Isleta, once a dodgy port village that is now becoming a hip, exciting part of town. We’ll take a walk along the coast and enter wild and rough La Isleta nature park where you’ll be surprised at how rapidly the landscape changes, from busy city life to uninhabited moon-like terrain.
While in the area we’ll make a stop at El Confital Beach, loved by skilled surfers and bodyboarders from around the world. We’re willing to bet you might be getting hungry by this point, so we’ll stop to enjoy a picnic made from local ingredients, sitting by a rocky beach enjoying views out to sea.
Finally, we’ll walk back along the coast, admiring the stunning landscapes of the hilly and wild northern coast of Las Palmas and Gran Canaria.
Before you go, don’t forget to tap up your local guide for the latest happenings in Gran Canaria, to ensure you get the most out of your trip.
(If you’d prefer to travel as part of a regular group experience, please book our Gran Canaria Total Tour: Behind Las Canteras & Wild Las Palmas Hike group tour)
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, breakfast, snack, coffee, beer/soft drink, water, lunch in the form of a beach picnic.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs, gratuities.
Dress standard: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes (such as sneakers, but trekking shoes are recommended). Also be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and a bottle of water in a small backpack. Have rain protection in the winter months.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us at least one day in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@grancanariaurbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +34 699 501 933
Email address: info@grancanariaurbanadventures.com
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