Off the Atlantic coast of Africa, to the limit of the 28th parallel, albeit politically in “Europe”, there are a handful of islands of volcanic origin, which some say are the remains of ancient Atlantis, here in 1312 a Genoese sailor, this Lanzarotto Malocello intention to search for the missing brothers Vivaldi, was the first European to set foot and today’s Lanzarote carries his name today. In the Canaries, even in winter, the weather is mild and average temperatures of 23 let you take a bath without having to necessarily have Viking ancestry!
Riding our two wheels, in 7 days we will discover two very picturesque islands: “the unusual” Lanzarote and the neighboring and “sleepy” Graciosa. The reduced urban traffic and the modest altitude excursions, decreed the bicycle the perfect way to enjoy the beauty that these “lands” can offer. For those who wish, there will be the option to request “electric bicycles.” It ‘requires a minimum physical training to deal with medium difficulty routes, giving the opportunity to live a unique experience in contact with nature, combining a healthy physical activity with the pleasures of good Canarian cuisine. The tour will include not only trips on two wheels, but wonderful walks in unforgettable locations, with unique landscapes, such as hiking on the edge of the caldera Timanfaya, still active volcano located at the center of Lanzarote, where you can enjoy one of the best views of ‘island. Another unique aspect and unique island is its urbastico and architectural development, about the native artist Cesar Manrique who through skilful eco-sustainable land management, It has been able to protect the island from the havoc of modern wild construction.
Therefore not miss the opportunity to approfindire the topic by visiting some of the most louis rapprensentativi artist. The bravest can roam aboard a dune buggy up and down the lonely and lunar desert trails of the national park, or ride the waves on the north coast with the surf, and then dive in the regenerating and “lukewarm” marine waters in one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world. And at night… after a relaxing shower, even the most demanding palates will be satisfied, savoring the tasty and genuine local cuisine, every time in typical cafes, visiting striking and unique fishing villages where you can still breathe a sincere convivial air.
Program
Day 1 LANZAROTE
Arrival in Lanzarote – Costa Teguise Transfer to hotel, dinner and overnight.
Day 2 Lanzarote – GRACIOSA
40 – 50 km easy difficulty, boat
Breakfast at hotel, departure for the excursion by bicycle Costa Teguise – Orzola. Along the way, visit to “Jameos del agua” an impressive lava tunnels collapsed, located within the park “the Crown”, decorated by Cesar Manrique. Boarding the boat to La Graciosa (duration: 30 min.) Hotel accommodation. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight.
Day 3 GRACIOSA
bike km. 15-20 + km trekking 3-5 relax-beach
Breakfast. full day excursion to Graciosa. Cycling, and walking tours starting from the village of “la Caleta sebum” from the sandy roads and land will travel around the island, (free lunch) spiaggiae relaxation. Return to hotel, dinner at local restaurant and overnight.
Day 4 GRACIOSA – Lanzarote – FAMARA
bike km. 40-50 (average), boat 30
Breakfast, transfer by boat to Lanzarote. Cycling from Orzola in Famara rising from Taiche to the Foundation Cesar Manrique, the artist museum built inside a lava field solidified with its magnificent art collection. (Free lunch) Continuing visit Teguise, the ancient capital, and then we drive to Famara. Hotel accommodation, dinner in a typical restaurant. overnight.
Day 5 FAMARA – PUERTO DEL CARMEN
trekking 3-8 km. (Average)
Breakfast, transfer to the Timanfaya National Park. Visit to the Museum Visitor Center, to better understand the volcanic history of the island through the interactive museum where you can also attend a simulation of an eruption, followed by the highlight of the day with a hike of about 3-4 hours through a wonderful volcanic path (free lunch). In the afternoon visit to the wine cellar. Return to Famara dinner in a typical restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 PUERTO DEL CARMEN
(free day in famara)
Free day in which we may finally enjoy the sea and the beaches of the Canary Islands, (free lunch) possibility of surfing (separately) depending on the weather conditions, and / or hike by bicycle or on foot with our local guide.
DAY 7 PUERTO DEL CARMEN – COSTA TEGUISE
bike 40 -50 (average)
From Famara in Puerto del Carmen we will make a route by bike which will cross the flat suggestive lava in a breathtaking setting, (free lunch) afternoon excursion where we could drive or be passengers divertentissi dune buggy, up and down the paths sterrarti island. Return to the hotel in Puerto del Carmen for dinner and overnight.
DAY 8 BREAKFAST LEISURE AND RETURN
breakfast, free time, transfer to the airport for the return trip.
PRICE INCLUDES
– Breakfasts (where specified) ???? accommodation in a double room with private facilities, half-board, companion, Italian and English palante guide, transfers to and from the airport, and to and from the Timanfaya Park, ship passageways, bicycle rental, excursion in buggy.
NOT INCLUDED
– The flights, meals not mentioned in the program, drinks, tips, entrance fees (even when the visit takes place on schedule within sites that provide for the entrance fee), insurance against cancellation fees, the tips, extras and anything not specified in “the price includes”.
