Self-guided walking
7 nights,
twin centre
Level: 1 to 2+
30.0Kg CO2e
Headwater
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The volcanic Canary Islands offer a sunny climate even in the winter, with glorious flowers, balmy temperatures and majestic scenery. The mini continent of Gran Canaria, so called because of its diversity of landscape, from lush green forests and valleys, towering mountains, desert like dunes and white sandy beaches. La Palma, nicknamed La Isla Bonita (the pretty Isle), is smaller and again features a vast amount of diverse scenery, from dense cloud forest to volcanic landscapes with twisted rock formations and black sand beaches.
On this 7 night holiday you experience the best of both islands and the diversity of the incredible landscapes. In Gran Canaria, you walk through evergreen canyons with jungle-like vegetation, citrus groves with heady scents of lemons and oranges and explore the pretty town of Firgas with its stepped promenade waterfall. Discover the peaks of Gran Canaria with magnificent views all around and the Roque Nublo, an enormous monolith known as an emblem of the island before descending through pine forests filled with local broom.
After your flight to La Palma, you can take a short walk in the dense prehistoric laurel forest and on your full days walking in La Palma, the routes are all about the volcanos and of course, the views. Your walks ascend and descend around the volcanic landscape with magnificent views over the Caldera craters and pass through volcanic ash fields and pine forests. Walk towards the centre of the crater; the Caldera de Taburiente, passing ancient tobacco plantations as you descend to the Playa de Taburiente, perhaps take the opportunity to catch your breath before continuing along the Angustias gorge. From the highest point on the island the Roque de Muchachos you'll descend along the Caldera rim with imposing cliffs and more spectacular views passing the impressive basaltic dam; Pared de Roberto and Degollada de Franceses with lookouts over both sides of the island.
Perfectly located to explore the capital cities of each island, on this twin centre holiday. In Gran Canaria your hotel is ideally situated to explore the cosmopolitan capital city of the island; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, your 3* hotel is located just a two minute walk from Las Canteras beach and with excellent local facilities nearby. In the capital of La Palma; Santa Cruz de la Palma, your hotel sits on the beachfront just a short walk from the city centre with its centuries old architecture, cobbled streets and busy port.
Please note routes may vary dependent on the recent volcanic activity on the island.
Arrive at your hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
You stay at NH Playa de Las Canteras.
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The NH Las Palmas Playa Las Canteras hotel is just steps from a golden-sand beach and the waters of the Atlantic Sea. And when you want a break from sunbathing, it’s an easy ride to the city centre to visit the old districts of Vegueta and Triana, where you’ll find plenty of shops, restaurants and bars.
They don’t have a restaurant or bar, but guests can drink and dine at sister hotel NH Imperial Playa, a minute’s walk away.
The rooms are clean and simple, with comfortable mattresses, satellite TV and a mini-bar.
Start in the pretty town of Firgas before walking through the junglelike vegetation of Barranco de Azuaje gorge and the citrus trees in the wider Barranco de la Virgin.
You stay at NH Playa de Las Canteras.
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The NH Las Palmas Playa Las Canteras hotel is just steps from a golden-sand beach and the waters of the Atlantic Sea. And when you want a break from sunbathing, it’s an easy ride to the city centre to visit the old districts of Vegueta and Triana, where you’ll find plenty of shops, restaurants and bars.
They don’t have a restaurant or bar, but guests can drink and dine at sister hotel NH Imperial Playa, a minute’s walk away.
The rooms are clean and simple, with comfortable mattresses, satellite TV and a mini-bar.
Start at Pico de las Nieves with spectacular views stretching over to Tenerife before reaching the peak of Campanario and the emblematic Roque Nublo before descending through pine forests.
You stay at NH Playa de Las Canteras.
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The NH Las Palmas Playa Las Canteras hotel is just steps from a golden-sand beach and the waters of the Atlantic Sea. And when you want a break from sunbathing, it’s an easy ride to the city centre to visit the old districts of Vegueta and Triana, where you’ll find plenty of shops, restaurants and bars.
They don’t have a restaurant or bar, but guests can drink and dine at sister hotel NH Imperial Playa, a minute’s walk away.
The rooms are clean and simple, with comfortable mattresses, satellite TV and a mini-bar.
Fly to La Palma and walk through the prehistoric laurel forest and the canyons of Cubo de la Galga.
You stay at Banana Garden.
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A lovely new hotel in Santa Cruz with 9 rooms, all individual in design and with ensuite bathrooms featuring rain showers. Breakfast is included and served in the lobby area which is also a coffee shop and bar, and there is complimentary tea and coffee in each room, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
There is also a great roof terrace from which you can relax and watch the sun go down with a nice cold drink. Located in a great location with the beach and town on your doorstep, this is a great base for your holiday.
From the Refugio del Pilar follow the route through the volcanic area to Fuencaliente
You stay at Banana Garden.
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A lovely new hotel in Santa Cruz with 9 rooms, all individual in design and with ensuite bathrooms featuring rain showers. Breakfast is included and served in the lobby area which is also a coffee shop and bar, and there is complimentary tea and coffee in each room, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
There is also a great roof terrace from which you can relax and watch the sun go down with a nice cold drink. Located in a great location with the beach and town on your doorstep, this is a great base for your holiday.
Head into the Caldera crater National Park, descend into the crater and to the coast and the Angustias gorge.
You stay at Banana Garden.
MastercardVisaHairdryerWiFiTVTea/coffee
A lovely new hotel in Santa Cruz with 9 rooms, all individual in design and with ensuite bathrooms featuring rain showers. Breakfast is included and served in the lobby area which is also a coffee shop and bar, and there is complimentary tea and coffee in each room, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
There is also a great roof terrace from which you can relax and watch the sun go down with a nice cold drink. Located in a great location with the beach and town on your doorstep, this is a great base for your holiday.
Follow the Caldera rim alongside imposing cliffs and spectacular views over La Palma and islands beyond
You stay at Banana Garden.
MastercardVisaHairdryerWiFiTVTea/coffee
A lovely new hotel in Santa Cruz with 9 rooms, all individual in design and with ensuite bathrooms featuring rain showers. Breakfast is included and served in the lobby area which is also a coffee shop and bar, and there is complimentary tea and coffee in each room, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
There is also a great roof terrace from which you can relax and watch the sun go down with a nice cold drink. Located in a great location with the beach and town on your doorstep, this is a great base for your holiday.
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These tour only prices are based on two people sharing. Single supplement from £420.
These flight inclusive prices are based on two people sharing. Single supplement from £420.
Our aim is to provide holidays that are unbeatable for choice and flexibility. We've listed our most popular travel options below, however you aren't limited to these - we can tailor-make virtually any holiday to suit.
Air prices include our standard flights/transfers
For this trip you can fly to Gran Canaria or La Palma and be transferred between the islands. Please ask at time of booking.
Alternative Air Travel
Alternative flights, onward rail to your holiday area, and connecting private transfers can be arranged from most UK airports. If you would like to use one of the many 'low cost' airlines, we can book these on your behalf. We can also book UK shuttles to connect with your onward flight, please call for details and prices.
Alternative transfers
If you require alternative transfers (because you will be arriving at a different time to our standard flights), then we can usually arrange these for you (there may be an additional charge).
To find out more about the travel options available call our sales team on 01606 720199, use our live webchat (we're open until 10pm today) or email sales@headwater.com
Should you require overnight airport accommodation, airport parking or even a uniformed chauffeur to take your car from your departure terminal and park it for you, we can arrange this for you through Holiday Extras. You can book airport parking, airport hotels and executive lounges through their website or contact us for further details. Early booking is recommended to obtain the best availability and prices.
Self-guided walking
7 nights,
twin centre
Level: 1 to 2+
30.0Kg CO2e
Headwater
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