All transfers will be done with your rental car. Circular routes with occasional taxi transfers.
accommodation
Includes accommodation & breakfast in two small charming hotels from Gran Canaria's interior
6 walking tours
of approx. 8 ~12 km each to discover the most characteristic features of Gran Canaria.
TOURS AND ACCOMMODATION:
arrival in Gran Canaria
Car rental pick up at the airport and ownwards transfer to the hotel
1st night in Arucas ▸Hacienda del Buen Suceso
Caldera de Bandama
walking distance: 6,3 Km
ascent: + 529 m
descent: – 541 m
2nd night in Arucas ▸Hacienda del Buen Suceso
Barranco de Azuaje
walking distance: 12,8 Km
ascent: + 676 m
descent: – 676 m
3rd night in Arucas ▸Hacienda del Buen Suceso
Cresta de Artenara
walking distance: 7,7 Km
ascent: + 520 m
descent: – 830 m
4th night in Tejeda ▸Hotel R. Fonda de La Tea
Barranco de Guayadeque
walking distance: 12,7 Km
ascent: + 618 m
descent: – 598 m
5th night in Tejeda ▸Hotel R. Fonda de La Tea
Fortaleza de Ansite
walking distance: 10,7 Km
ascent: + 289 m
descent: – 279 m
6th night in Tejeda ▸Hotel R. Fonda de La Tea
Roque Nublo
walking distance: 13,6 Km
ascent: + 737 m
descent: – 727 m
7th night in Tejeda ▸Hotel R. Fonda de La Tea
departure
Ownwards transfer to the airport
with 7 nights hotel
Difficulty
This programme is for you if you usually do sports and have a good physical background; if you can walk steep slopes up and down and don’t have health problems; if you love nature, are environmentally friendly and are a regular hiker.
Roque Nublo – Caldera de Tejeda – Pico de Las Nieves
Guanches: an overview of their recent history
2 unique accommodations in charming enclaves
Hiking Gran Canaria: the best hiking tours
Together with Tenerife, Gran Canaria is one of the two main islands of the Canary archipelago and is home to part of the autonomous institutions. The island had an incipient tourist development, mainly in its beach areas: Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas in the south and Playa de Las Canteras in the capital itself. However, the mountainous interior of Gran Canaria has remained unaffected by this development and preserves an extraordinary natural environment with an enormous diversity of landscapes.
A large number of hiking trails now make it possible to walk inland and discover, on foot, a nature that has remained relatively untouched, with impressive volcanic landscapes, deep gorges and beautiful mountains.
Here are some of the best hiking tours in Gran Canaria:
Roque Nublo: This is one of the most popular hiking tours on the island. It takes you up to the iconic Roque Nublo, a huge rock formation that towers over the landscape. The route gives you spectacular views of the island and you can enjoy an amazing sunset from the top.
Barranco de Guayadeque: This ravine is a breathtaking place with its lush vegetation and imposing cliffs. The hiking route takes you through the ravine, passing prehistoric caves and small settlements. You can also enjoy the local gastronomy in the restaurants located in the area (some of them are carved inside the caves).
Reserva Natural Especial de Azuaje: This hiking tour takes you through a laurel forest, a type of subtropical forest that used to cover a large part of the Canary Islands. Enjoy beautiful waterfalls, streams and a variety of flora and fauna.
Caldera de Bandama: This hiking tour takes you to the crater of the Bandama volcano. You can walk around the crater and enjoy the panoramic views of the island and the surrounding volcanic landscape.
Pico de las Nieves: This is the highest mountain in Gran Canaria and offers breathtaking panoramic views from the top. The hiking route takes you to the summit, passing through beautiful landscapes and picturesque villages.
Car rental pick up on arrival and drive to the hotel
+ Hacienda del Buen Suceso (o similar - Arucas)
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Day 2
Caldera de Bandama
Driving just 10 minutes in your car from the hotel you will find the fascinating Caldera de Bandama and also the Canarian Garden. The Jardín Canario is located in the Barranco de Santa Brígida, next to a cliff between Mount Lentiscal. It is an area of rich vineyards and wineries. The circular route through the Caldera de Bandama begins at the edge of a large volcanic crater 1000 m wide, formed after the last volcanic eruption in Gran Canaria. The views are spectacular and the city of Las Palmas and even the neighboring island of Fuerteventura can be seen in the distance on clear days. The trail descends to the bottom of the Caldera and crosses old caves and abandoned houses, ascending again towards the starting point.
6,3 km | +529 m / -541 m
+ Hacienda del Buen Suceso (o similar - Arucas)
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Day 3
Barranco Azuaje
In the smallest municipality of Gran Canaria, everything revolves around water. Today's hike takes place in Firgas, in the north of the island. We start in the village and hike down into the Barranco de Azuaje, where we cross river courses and immerse ourselves in lush, almost jungle-like vegetation with springs and waterfalls and huge laurel trees, bamboo, willows and ferns.
12,8 km | +676 m / -676 m
+ Hacienda del Buen Suceso (o similar - Arucas)
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Day 4
Artenara ridge
After 45 minutes of driving, today you go to the Parador Cruz de Tejeda with your luggage, or to Hotel Agaldar (Gáldar), depending of availability. This will be your next accommodation for the next 4 nights. After check-in at the hotel, an impressive hike begins. After an initial ascent, you will reach the crest of the Caldera de Tejeda. The descent offers exceptional views over the deep ravines, picturesque mountain villages and iconic rock formations in the center of the island. And in the distance you can see the peak of Teide, on the neighboring island of Tenerife. During the route you will cross ancient troglodyte settlements recognized by UNESCO, in the Caves of Caballero and Cuevas de Los Candiles before arriving at Artenara. Located 1,270 meters above the sea, Artenara is the highest town on the island with around 400 cave houses. These caves were mostly carved in the 15th century. Once you have arrived in Artenara, you will return to the hotel with a short taxi transfer, to enjoy the excellent facilities, the spa and the panoramic pool overlooking the surrounding cliffs and ravines.
7,7 km | +520 m / -830 m
+ Hotel Rural Fonda de La Tea (o similar - Tejeda)
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Day 5
Guayadeque gorge
Start your route today in the extinct crater of the Caldera de Los Marteles, 20 min. by car from Cruz de Tejeda. A continuous ascent through pine forests takes you to Cruz del Socorro, with extraordinary views of the Barranco de Guayadeque, undoubtedly one of the most emblematic ravines in Gran Canaria. A descent through the gorge continues, between areas of cacti and beautiful palm groves with a multitude of flowers and poppies at their base, a perfect place for a picnic. This entire valley is made up of stone walls and terraced fields. You will also find some cave houses that are still inhabited today. A typical landscape of the sunny south, with almond trees, piteras and prickly pears in abundance. And maybe you will also see the giant lizard of Gran Canaria. After this walk, you can go with the car to the lower valley and to the Montaña de Las Tierras or Cueva Bermeja, an idyllic place with small taverns inside artificial caves ideal to reward yourself with a cold beer or to enjoy a good meal. And on your way back to the hotel, feel free to stop by the Pico de Las Nieves (1,949 m), the highest point on the island, with spectacular views from its viewpoint.
12,7 km | +618 m / -598 m
+ Hotel Rural Fonda de La Tea (o similar - Tejeda)
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Day 6
The Fortress of Ansite
Today your route takes you to Santa Lucía de Tirajana (50 min by car) with a descent through the beautiful Canarian palm grove until you reach the idyllic towns of El Ingenio and La Sorrueda. You will explore its streets full of character before continuing to the archaeological site of La Fortaleza, a 2,000-year-old fortified settlement carved out of the steep rock by the Aborigines. More recently, as early as the 15th century, it was the Guanches who used it in their futile attempt to resist the Spanish Empire conquest. From this place you will go through the original tunnel to a path that ascends through olive trees and return to Santa Lucia. To complete the day, don't miss out on visiting the beautiful white town of Tejeda, where its almonds and cookies are a must try.
10,7 km | +289 m / -279 m
+ Hotel Rural Fonda de La Tea (o similar - Tejeda)
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Day 7
Roque Nublo
The Roque Nublo, a huge monolith in permanent balance on a rocky plateau 1800 m high, is what remains of an old volcanic dam formed in the Pleistocene. It is undoubtedly the icon of Gran Canaria and a must during your stay on the island. Start your route today in Llanos de La Pez (10 min by car from the hotel), ascending through pine forests towards the ridge of Riscos de Tirajana. Extraordinary views open to the south, showing you the deep ravines and their cliffs with vertical falls. When you arrive at La Foguera, you will enjoy a spectacular view of the Roque Nublo, the Caldera de Tejeda and the Roque Bentayga rising in its center. Later you continue your ascent to Roque, from where you will enjoy a 360º panorama over the entire island and even towards the other islands of the archipelago: Tenerife, La Gomera and even El Hierro.
Return in your car passing by the Los Hornos dam reservoir, the highest in Gran Canaria and also known as the La Cumbre reservoir. … And don't forget to enjoy your last night in Gran Canaria with an impressive sunset from the hotel terrace.
13,6 km | +737 m / -727 m
+ Hotel Rural Fonda de La Tea (o similar - Tejeda)
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Day 8
Departure
Drive to the airport for your departure and car rental drop off.
TOUR LOCATION
Discover the essence of the island of Gran Canaria at its most rural. The ESSENTIAL Gran Canaria programme includes the 6 hiking routes that you should not miss on your visit to the island. With a rental car (included in the programme) you will be completely independent to organise the transfers in your own way. You can approach the circular routes in the way that suits you best.
In a very peaceful setting, 1 km from Arucas is the Hotel Hacienda del Buen Suceso, which offers its guests every luxury of comfort in a privileged rural setting. With a colonial appearance and porticoed courtyards, the hotel is housed in a noble building with old walls and wide walls.
A large part of the estate on which the hotel is located is home to a plantation of bananas and avocados, as well as other tropical fruits. The hotel also has a large swimming pool within its landscaped grounds. Its rooms have been exquisitely decorated and offer absolute comfort, mixing the rustic atmosphere that emanates from the old construction with modern design elements and straight lines.
The hotel also offers numerous rooms for socialising, as well as a restaurant and bar-cafeteria. La Hacienda del Buen Suceso is the perfect hotel for the first three nights in Gran Canaria, to discover the north of the island and its lusher side.
HOTEL RURAL FONDA DE LA TEA
Rural hotel located in the heart of Gran Canaria, in one of the most beautiful villages in Spain: Tejeda. Comfortable hotel located in an incomparable natural environment, ideal to enjoy the best hiking trails on the island.
Comfortable and well equipped rooms, with balcony or terrace, open to the incomparable Caldera de Tejeda.
In the vicinity of the hotel, along the pedestrian street, there are many gastronomic options.
The hotel also offers a beautiful lobby for socialising after the tours, with original stone walls and tea wood floors and ceilings, in honour of the hotel's name.
Additional overnights
It is also possible to book some additional days, before or after the hiking week, or an additional week to relax.
Difficulty
To successfully achieve the 6 Walks it is necessary a good physical condition, steady walk and lack of vertigo. According to the year season, temperatures can be extreme (hot and/or cold). Therefore, it is necessary to have suitable warm clothes permanently, to be removed as layers if necessary. Some parts of this trail include passages with slippery loose stone. Although most of this trail is roomy enough, certain sections are quite aerial and require caution. Using hiking poles is highly recommended.
Trails
The Canary Islands has a well signposted network of trails. All sections where from our tours are perfectly marked. In addition to the detailed map of Gran Canaria, you will get from us precise indications of each route and assistance from the hotline on your walks.
We recommend
Appropriate hiking clothing and sturdy footwear. During the tours, it is necessary to have food and drink enough, as well as sun protection, a cap, wind jacket and, in the winter months, warm clothing.
Luggage transfer
We move your luggage from one accommodation to next, so on your hikes you should only carry a backpack with the essentials of the day. For the whole trip, it is recommendable to use a single suitcase, not bigger than 20 kg.
You can book at any date!
Flying to GRAN CANARIA allows you to enjoy an island full of contrasts. But it also opens up the possibility of taking advantage of the best low-cost flights to the Canary Islands.
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...And from there, connect to any of the other islands in the Canary Islands with local flights from
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... or perhaps take advantage of the excellent ferry connections to visit the neighbouring island of Tenerife, from the Port of Agaete, in the north of Gran Canaria (a 1 hour and 20 minute crossing), even taking your hire car with you.
FRED OLSEN
Belén
Travel organisation
Do you have any questions? I am happy to help you. I will answer any questions you may have!
Book early!! ...and get a 10% discount for bookings made 90 daysbefore the arrival date.
Book early!! ...and get a 10% discount for bookings made 90 daysbefore the arrival date.
PRICES: until 31st October 2025
865 € ▸ 778€ per person in double/twin room (2 persons)
| Single Suplement (room for single use)
(...and 3rd person): + 260 €
Solo Traveller (1 person): 1485 € ▸ 1336 €
PRICES: from 01st November 2025
925 € ▸ 833€ per person in double/twin room (2 persons)
| Single Suplement (room for single use)
(...and 3rd person): + 280 €
Solo Traveller (1 person): 1590 € ▸ 1430 €
Any arrival date is possible - You decide your travel dates and when to start. However, we must first request availability to the accommodations.
Booking: With an initial payment of 150 € (per person), book now and guarantee your trip. We will confirm your reserve within 24 hours. But in the case of accommodations unavailability, we will refund the paid amount or propose alternative dates.
What does this programme include?
Accommodations - 7 nights in small charming hotel, B&B, 8 days
Informations - personalised information by video-talk (if desired) on your arrival day
informative material - maps to be picked up at the hotel reception, upon arrival
Descriptions & GPX Tracks - to follow the walks on your mobile device
Car rental - during the entire stay in the island
Support 24h - we keep permanently in touch with you throughout your stay to solve any problem or enquiry you may have
What is NOT included?
▸Flights to and from your home city to Gran Canaria are not included
▸Lunches & Dinners
Cancellation Policy
▸ Up to 14 days before the date of arrival, 100% refund.
▸Between 13 and 7 days before the arrival date, 50% refund, or free of charge dates change.
▸ Between 6 and 3 days before the arrival date, 25% refund, no date changes permitted.
▸48 hours before the arrival date, 0% refund, no date changes permitted.
Together with Tenerife, Gran Canaria is one of the two main islands of the Canary archipelago and is home to part of the autonomous institutions. The island had an incipient tourist development, mainly in its beach areas: Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas in the south and Playa de Las Canteras in the capital itself. However, the mountainous interior of Gran Canaria has remained unaffected by this development and preserves an extraordinary natural environment with an enormous diversity of landscapes.
self-guided ► hotel + breakfast included
self-guided ► hotel + breakfast included
self-guided ► hotel + breakfast included
Guayadeque gorge
Any arrival date is possible - You decide your travel dates and when to start. However, we must first request availability to the accommodations. 
Booking: With an initial payment of 150 € (per person), book now and guarantee your trip. We will confirm your reserve within 24 hours. But in the case of accommodations unavailability, we will refund the paid amount or propose alternative dates.
Accommodations - 7 nights in small charming hotel, B&B, 8 days 
Informations - personalised information by video-talk (if desired) on your arrival day 
informative material - maps to be picked up at the hotel reception, upon arrival 
Descriptions & GPX Tracks - to follow the walks on your mobile device 
Car rental - during the entire stay in the island 
Support 24h - we keep permanently in touch with you throughout your stay to solve any problem or enquiry you may have
