Walking holiday in Lanzarote and La Graciosa - GR131
Lanzarote is magnificent!
The power of the volcanic eruptions, the people and the world-famous artist Cesar Manrique's buildings have made this Canary Island a well-known destination for travellers and beach lovers. It is believed to be the first of the Canary Islands to be inhabited, the towns are steeped in history. Lanzarote is also known for its excellent wines, and the vineyards of La Geria were declared a work of art by the Museum of Modern Art in New York in the 1960s. The large cone-shaped holes in the volcanic gravel have proved unique for wine growing - and impressive it looks.
A few years ago, a major marking of hiking trails was done to the delight of locals and tourists alike. One of the largest walking routes in the Canary Islands (GR 131) runs through Lanzarote from west to east. Along the hike, we have chosen high quality accommodation in typical local places. This island really should be enjoyed on foot. It offers surprisingly glorious terrain and generally good weather.
Highlights
- The spectacular Le Geria vineyards
- Hike the 131 from west to east
- Volcanic landscape
- Hiking on La Graciosa
- The charming village of Yaizia
- The coastal town of Orzola
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Individual travel to Lanzarote by plane.
A transfer will meet you at the airport and take you to the first hotel in Yaizia.
Hotel (example): La Era
You start in one of the most beautiful villages in the Canary Islands, Yaizia. You pass through the small town of Uga and from here the walk crosses the breathtaking wine region of La Geria. The vineyards are quite special with vines grown at the bottom of large cone-shaped holes in the lava rock. This protects the vines from the strong Canarian winds. The contrast between the black soil and the bright vine leaves is a beautiful sight. You continue the walk to El Islote where you spend the night.
Hotel (example): La Florida
After visiting the amazing sculpture "Monumento al Campesino" in San Bartolomé. This 15 metre high fertility sculpture was built from disused water tanks and is dedicated to the conejero farmers who worked hard to produce crops in Lanzarote's volcanic soil. After the visit, the tour heads east through an agricultural area known for its good goat cheese to the town of Nazaret.
Overnight in Nazaret.
Hotel (example): La Casona de Nazaret
You will walk from Nazaret and then arrive at the historic centre of Teguise - the old capital of Lanzarote. There is a lot to see in Teguise. Museums, historic buildings, local shops, restaurants etc. It's definitely worth stopping here to have a look around before continuing your walk. After Teguise, the route heads steadily uphill, with stunning views over both of the island's coastlines. You pass a beautiful chapel and shortly after a military installation with an unusual appearance and the nickname `The Football`, which marks Lanzarote's highest point `Peñas del Chache` at 671m. After enjoying the views, the tour descends steadily before arriving in the charming village of Haría, where you stay for the next two nights.
Hotel (example): Casa Villa Lola Y Juan
Today's hike is easy, and mainly goes downhill towards the coast. You will have the opportunity to visit Cesar Manrique's museum on the way, if interested. As you walk out of Haría, you enter an agricultural area, with vineyards, through which you stroll leisurely. The destination of the walk is the sea, at the village of Arrieta. Don't forget your swimwear!
The beach here is lovely and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from for lunch.
After enjoying the afternoon at leisure, take the local bus back to Haría (or taxi).
Alternatively, spend the day just relaxing in Haría and seeing the sights or take the bus/taxi to Arrieta and relax by the beach.
Overnight in Haría.
Hotel (example): Casa Villa Lola Y Juan
First you reach the small village of Maguez, before the terrain changes to farmland, where potatoes, carrots, garlic, figs etc. are grown. You hike on the slopes around the volcano Monte Corona, where you have unique views behind you up to the Peñas del Chache, from the tour a few days ago.
The stunning views continue on the walk down the coast towards Orzola. Here you'll see traditional fishing boats and cliff-face outcrops beautifully set against the water. Here you spend the last two nights of the tour.
Overnight in Orzola.
Hotel (example): Casa Salinas Playa
Today you take the ferry to the small island of La Graciosa, just 2 km from Lanzarote. The trip takes about 20 minutes and we recommend that you go in the morning so that you have as much time as possible. There is the possibility of a shorter and a longer hike. Either way, the day offers beautiful views of the stunning coastline as well as the other islands in the distance. The walk back is through sand dunes before you reach the return to the beautiful port town. Lunch at one of the many seafood restaurants is a must before taking the ferry back to Orzola.
Your last evening is spent in Orzola.
Hotel (example): Casa Salinas Playa
After breakfast, transfer to Arecife airport for individual departure.
Price includes
- 7 nights in family-run accommodation
- Breakfast every day
- 1x dinner
- Airporttransfer to/from Arecife-airport
- Luggage transfer
- Roadbook and maps for walks
- 24 hour hotline
- Transport to/from Lanzarote
- 6 dinners
- Lunch
- Busticket to Haria (day 5 - few euro)
- Ferryticktet T/R La Graciosa day 7 (approx 20€ pr. person)
- Administration fee of 20€,-
- Insurance
Practical info
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "single room" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge. If you travel alone it is necessary to select single room.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
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The process of your booking
When you book, we will start booking hotels and arranging all the practical details of the trip. This process typically takes 2-5 working days, but some bookings may take longer. If you are arranging your own transport, we recommend that you wait until we have confirmed your booking before arranging this.
Dates
If you can select the date in the tour calendar at the top of this page, this is a possible start date. We continually update the tours with sold-out dates, after which those dates will turn red and cannot be selected.
The flights to/from Lanzarote are not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
Notice: we recommend that you book with us and wait for the confirmation before you book your flights.
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If you prefer that we handle your flight, then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You simply book a quote below the map on this page and we will return with a quote as soon as possible (usually within 48 working hours). Please note that we add a handling fee of 45 euro to each flight and this means that the flight will be cheaper if you book it yourself.
Local transportation
On arrival at Arecife-Airport, there will be a transfer ready to take you to your first hotel.
On this walking holiday, accommodation is mostly small and family-run, and all rooms have en suite bathrooms.
They have all been chosen for their great location, friendly atmosphere and traditional hospitality, as well as the warm welcome they offer to walkers.
You can see examples of places to stay in the daily programme above. If we do not book these examples, we will book something similar of the same standard.
Breakfast is included every day.
Dinner is also included on one evening (drinks excluded).
Accommodation is close to restaurants and pubs, so it's easy to find a place to enjoy a good dinner.
Lunch can either be enjoyed on the road, or you can buy a packed lunch from the accommodation villages. There will be information about the day's options in the walking descriptions.
Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
The hike is level 2 and some of the route is on relatively rocky passages and paths. Therefore a good basic fitness is required. There may be a few stretches on the stages where the paths go near cliff sides and slopes. With a slow pace and common sense, these can be passed without problems.
Read more about our trip grading system here.
When booking the trip, you will receive all relevant pre-tour information. On individual self-guided tours trip notes, maps and other destination material will be given to you upon arrival at the first accommodation.
Lanzarote enjoys mild climatic conditions all year round with temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius in winter and over 30 degrees Celsius in summer. Not much rain falls here in a year, on average there are around 20 rainy days (which are rarely all-day rains) and 345 sunny days. From May to August it tends to be windy. Statistics for Lanzarote as seen on climatestotravel.com:
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