Coastal Gran Canaria Highlights: Scenic Shore Excursion from Port

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. As soon as you disembark, your guide will be waiting to welcome you outside the Passenger Terminal. You’ll be guided to a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned bus - your gateway to an unforgettable journey. Sit back and relax as we take you through the captivating history, charming coastal towns, and vibrant culture of Gran Canaria. Your adventure begins the moment you step ashore!

   30 min

2. Begin your visit with a stop at the iconic Maspalomas Lighthouse, one of Gran Canaria’s most recognizable landmarks. Take in the beautiful coastal scenery and capture memorable photos before continuing to the spectacular Maspalomas Dunes. From the lighthouse, our comfortable bus will take you closer to the dunes, minimizing walking and making it easy to enjoy this incredible landscape. From a comfortable, easily accessible viewpoint, enjoy a fantastic perspective of the golden dunes stretching toward the Atlantic Ocean - without the need for a long or tiring walk through the sand. Admire the dramatic landscape, capture unforgettable photos, and learn from your guide about this unique natural area.

   45 min

3. Continue along Gran Canaria’s scenic coastline to Puerto de Mogán, a charming seaside village often known as “Little Venice” for its picturesque canals, small bridges, and beautiful waterfront setting. Enjoy a relaxed guided stroll through the pedestrian marina area, discovering the flower-filled streets, colorful whitewashed buildings, traditional fishing harbor, and yachts along the waterfront. With the main sights conveniently located close together, you can experience the beauty and character of Puerto de Mogán without a long or strenuous walk. Your guide will share fascinating stories about this picturesque coastal village as you take in its charming canals, vibrant atmosphere, and beautiful seaside scenery.

   1.3 h

4. Continue to Las Palmas, where you’ll discover the historic heart of Gran Canaria in charming Vegueta. Your guide will lead you on a relaxed walk through the old quarter, sharing its fascinating history, beautiful colonial architecture, and traditional Canarian character. Admire impressive Plaza de Santa Ana and its historic surroundings, including the striking Cathedral of Santa Ana (from the outside) and the famous bronze dogs. Continue through atmospheric streets to discover traditional Canarian balconies, and historic buildings, and peaceful Plaza del Espíritu Santo (if time permits). After the guided portion, enjoy free time to experience Vegueta at your own pace. Have luch at a local restaurant, browse the charming streets and shops, take photos, or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. With the tour finishing in Las Palmas, you’ll already be close to the cruise port, making for a comfortable and stress-free return to your ship after a memorable day exploring Gran Canaria.

   2.5 h

5. After a day filled with spectacular landscapes, charming coastal scenery, and fascinating cultural discoveries, you’ll be comfortably returned to the cruise port. Sit back and relax as your guide takes you back to the ship, with plenty of photos and unforgettable memories of your time exploring Gran Canaria.

   30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

How it compares in Gran Canaria

• Its from-price is 20% below the median of the 78 day trips we list in Gran Canaria.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 52 of 78.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria is a round volcanic island in the Atlantic, nicknamed a miniature continent for its dunes, ravines, pine forests and mountain peaks.

Gran Canaria rises from the Atlantic to a rim of peaks, and it has been called a continent in miniature because it holds desert dunes, green valleys and cool forests within a short distance. Las Palmas, on the north-east coast, is the island's capital, with the old quarter of Vegueta, its cathedral and the Casa de Colón, where Columbus is said to have stayed. Las Canteras beach runs for three kilometres along the city.

Top-ranked sights in Gran Canaria: Bandama Caldera (Caldera de Bandama), Roque Nublo, Vegueta.

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