Visiting markets and mountains (private)
The markets in Gran Canaria are bursting with all colors. If you want to experience the unique atmosphere of the markets, which are mainly visited by local residents, this trip is just for you. Our journey takes us first to the mountain town of Vega de San Mateo. The Sunday markets in the area of ​​the city market are overflowing with fresh vegetables, cheeses, spices, honey and many other products from the island. You will of course also have time for a short walk around the city. If you decide to buy cheese or other fresh products, you don't have to worry about the heat in the car, we have a cooling box ready for you.
Through the green hills and gorges of the north of the island, we will move to another mountain town, the seat of the island's patroness, Teror. The markets around the basilica are mainly characterized by handicrafts. Here you will find not only gift items with a church theme, but also many items that will bring you back to the island in your memories. Of course, you must not miss the stand with guarapo, sugar cane juice that they squeeze right before your eyes. You can also flavor Guarapo with local rum, so you'll have a mojito like you've never had before.
Our journey will continue around the crater in Pinos de Gáldar with a view of the northwest of the island and then to the highest village on the island, which is located at an altitude of almost 1300 m.a.s.l. We will see how people still live in cave houses today, we will visit the church located in the cave, we will walk to the statue of Jesus Christ, which towers over the city, similar to the one in Rio, Brazil. Alternatively, it is possible to taste local specialties in one of the restaurants.
Our next stop will be Cruz de Tejeda with a view of the Tejeda caldera. Next, we will visit the highest mountain of the island, from where we will return via Caldera de los Marteles and Telde.
Itinerary
- departure from the hotel 09:00 (Mogán area 08:30, Las Palmas 09:30)
- Vega de San Mateo
- Teror
- Pilancos de Gáldar
- Artenara
- alternatively a break for lunch
- Cruz de Tejeda
- Pico de Las Nieves
- return to the hotel
We reserve the right to make operational changes in the itinerary. The itinerary may be modified due to the weather, traffic situation or the necessary time to return to the port. It is also possible to adjust the itinerary at the client's request within the possibilities. Changes to the itinerary do not affect the price of the trip, unless otherwise agreed in advance.
The price per person / group included:
- english speaking driver
- transport from and back to the hotel / accommodation
- tour of the island according to the itinerary
Recomendations
- The length of tour is aprox. 8 hours.
- Departure from the hotel is recomended at 09:00.
- Entrance fees and refreshments are NOT included in the price of the trip. They are paid directly on the spot.
- The length of tour is indicative and may vary according to current conditions.
- The recommended minimum age for children is 10 years.
- Tour organized just for your group. On the car will be only you and your family or friends.
- In the winter time do not forget to bring a sweatshirt, windbreaker and a raincoat or umbrella with you on tour. Even if you don’t need them, the car will take you.
- Don’t forget sunscreens, sunglasses.
- If you have difficulty driving around valleys and mountains, we recommend using an anti-nausea tablet before driving.
- Be sure to pick up your ID.
- The route of tour can be operatively changed in case of bad weather.
- Meals during trips are not provided. We make coffee break or lunch break according to your request.
- Of course, we cannot guarantee mountain views, everything depends on the current weather.
Bonuses
If you take this trip with us, you get as a bonus:
- discount 15% for Catamaran cruise – dolphins and coast
- discount 10% for Combo buggy & jet ski trip (buggy and jet ski occupied by one or two people)
All discounts can only be applied when booking an activity with Gran Canaria Travel. Single use of bonuses. It is only valid for people who completed the trip.
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