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Discover Lanzarote, land of the volcanoes, on our self-guided bike tour of one of the most unique cycling destinations in Europe!
Our itinerary covers the whole island from top to bottom, giving you the chance to discover Lanzarote’s true diversity. From the peaceful “valley of a thousand palm trees” in the north of the island, to the volcanoes of Timanfaya National Park, to the beautiful southern coast, there’s something for everyone!
The unique appearance of Lanzarote is due to a fascinating combination of factors. The island suffered a series of volcanic eruptions in the 18th century, and as a result much of its surface was covered by lava flows. Enter local architect César Manrique, who took inspiration from Lanzarote’s volcanic landscapes and designed many of the island’s fantastical buildings and sculputures.
Lanzarote is a famous winter sun destination, and with good reason: with over 300 days of sun per year, and pleasant temperatures year-round, the island is an ideal cycling destination any month of the year.
Day 1: Costa Teguise
Accommodation: Barcelo Teguise beach
Welcome to your self-guided bike tour of Lanzarote!
We’ll pick you up from Arrecife airport and transfer you to your first accommodation in Costa Teguise, a beautiful beach town in the east of the island. The perfect place to relax after your flight!
Day 2: Haría
Route: 33.4 km/20.8 miles OR 53.7 km/33.4 miles
Elevation: +505 m/+1654 ft OR +854 m/+2802 ft
Accommodation: Casa Rural Villa Lola y Juan
Meals included: Breakfast
In the morning, you’ll have your bike fitting and welcome briefing, before setting off on your first cycling route!
The route takes you over the foothills of the spectacular Montaña de Tinaguache and through the town of Guatiza, where you can visit the impressive Jardín del Cactus, César Manrique’s last great work on the island.
Next, you will follow the coastline through picturesque fishing villages until you reach Jameos del Agua , a lava tunnel converted into an auditorium by César Manrique. Nearby, you can visit the Cueva de los Verdes, a remarkable lava cave once used by local townsfolk as a refuge from Berber pirates, before finishing your ride in the picturesque village of Haría.
Optionally, you can extend your route by some 20km/12 miles up to to the north coast of Lanzarote, to admire the salt flats of the small town of Orzola, before around the extinct volcano of La Corona, and up to the spectacular Mirador del Río.
Day 3: San Bartolomé
Route: 27 km/16.8 miles OR 46.3km/28.8 miles
Elevation: +477m/+1565 ft OR +747m/2450 ft
Accommodation: Hotel Rural Finca La Florida
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, you can choose between a shorter route, allowing more time to explore Teguise, the charming former capital of Lanzarote, or take a longer route through Tahíche and Montaña Blanca.
This route heads south-west from Haría, and up to the Ermita de la Virgen de las Nieves, the highest point on the island. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the volcanoes of Timanfaya, and in the distance the island of Fuerteventura. From here, a long descent takes you into the the pretty village of Teguise.
From Teguise, it’s an easy downhill route to San Bartolomé.
Optionally, you can extend your route by some 20km/12 miles to visit the LagOmar Museum, a spectacular house built around a lava quarry and using wood salvaged from shipwrecks found off the coast of Lanzarote;Fundación César Manrique, a house was built around a lava coulee, comprised of five natural volcanic bubbles, connected by tunnels excavated into the lava; and Bodega El Grifo, an innovative winery set in a lava field and which boasts its own museum.
Day 4: San Bartolomé
Route: 43.9 km/27.3 miles
Elevation: +467 m/+1533 ft
Accommodation: Hotel Rural Finca La Florida
Meals included: Breakfast
Today you can choose to relax in your rural hotel, or enjoy a loop ride through Lanzarote’s volcanic interior to the coast.
The cycle route takes you through the lunar lanscapes of the volcanic badlands to the small hermitage of the Virgen de los Dolores (also known as Our Lady of the Volcanoes). This Virgin is said to have played a miraculous role in the eruptions of 1730-36 and 1824.
Just beyond the hermitage, you’ll pass by the volcanic crater of Guiguan, now used to cultivate crops and boasting its very own bodega.
Next, you’ll enjoy a long descent into the surfer paradise of La Santa and into the desert-like landscape of El Jable, with views of a volcanic chain to your left.
From here, it’s a steady and easy climb back to San Bartolomé.
Day 5: Playa Blanca
Route: 50.2 km/31.2 miles OR 60.7 km/37.7 miles
Elevation: +372 m/+1220 ft OR +510m/+1672 ft
Accommodation: Hotel MYND Yaiza
Meals included: Breakfast
Today’s route takes you out of San Bartolomé and towards the island’s main attraction, the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya. This is where Lanzarote’s volcanic nature is at its most spectacular. The eruptions of 1730 – 1736 buried around a quarter of the whole island, including several villages, and gave rise to the impressive lava landscapes that we see today. Don’t miss El Diablo restaurant whose kitchen is powered by volcanic heat!
From Timanfaya, you’ll head down to the south of the island, and the seaside village of Playa Blanca.
Optionally, you can extend the tour by 10km/6 miles to visit the unique seaside volcanic crater of El Golfo, where you’ll find a bright green natural pool surrounded by black sand known as El Charco de los Clicos. Pass by the colourful Janubio salt flats and the bright green Laguna de Janubio before finishing your ride in Playa Blanca.
Day 6: Playa Blanca
Route: El Golfo 40 km/24.8 miles OR Fuerteventura loop 60 km/37.2 miles
Elevation: +524 m/+1720 ft OR Fuerteventura loop +667 m/2188ft
Accommodation: Hotel MYND Yaiza
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, you can cycle to the unspoilt beaches of Papagayo, considered to be the best in Lanzarote; enjoy a relaxed bike tour with a stop for a seafood lunch at El Golfo, or take your bikes on the ferry across to Corralejo in Fuerteventura and discover another island.
Day 7: Arrecife
Route: 49.6 km/30.8 miles
Elevation: +724 m/2374 ft
Accommodation: Gran Hotel Arrecife
From Playa Blanca, you’ll head across the dramatic hills of Femés before heading to the wine country of La Geria, where successive volcanic eruptions have created a fertile plain, perfect for growing grapevines. The lava vineyard cultivation in La Geria has created a fascinating landscape that is unique in the world, as well as producing some excellent wines. If you’d like to sample some of the local vintage, we recommend a stop at Bodega la Geria, Bodega Rubicón or El Chupadero wine and tapas bar, which offers fabulous views over the volcanic vineyards.
From here, you’ll descend to the coast, and enjoy a pleasant seafront ride from Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife.
Day 8: Arrecife
Departure day
Meals included: Breakfast
It’s the last day of your Lanzarote bike tour!
Your tour package includes a private transfer from your hotel to Arrecife airport. From here, you have a wide range of connections to destinations in Spain and beyond.
If you would like to stay in Lanzarote for a few more days, please contact your Bike Spain Tours consultant to help you make the most of your time on the island.
Barceló Teguise Beach
This freshly-renovated hotel is located right on the seafront of popular beach resort Costa Teguise, just 150m from Playa de Las Cucharas. Enjoy the sea, the light and the peaceful atmosphere of Lanzarote, surrounded by avant-garde design.
The hotel offers guests a number of bars and restaurants, including a pool bar, a wellness centre and two swimming pools. The perfect place to begin your Lanzarote bike tour!
Casa Rural Villa Lola y Juan
Casa Rural Lola y Juan is a rural paradise, set in the “valley of a thousand palm trees”.
The hotel offers guests an open-air swimming pool, set in its very own garden. Enjoy views of the palm trees and mountains as you enjoy the Lanzarote sunshine!
Hotel Rural Finca de la Florida
Set in 15,000 m2 of vineyards and fruit orchards, this charming hotel was originally a private house, and was converted into a rural hotel in 1995.
Surrounded by the traditional vineyards of La Geria, with views of the colourful volcanoes of the Natural Park of Timanfaya, the hotel is the perfect setting for lovers of nature, tranquillity and outdoor sports.
Arrecife Gran Hotel and Spa
El Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa stands on the bay of Arrecife, with El Reducto Beach at its feet. The perfect place to finish your bike tour of Lanzarote!
The hotel offers modern rooms with views of either the sea or the city of Arrecife, a spa and a 17th-floor restaurant with spectacular views.
Arrecife Gran Hotel and Spa
El Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa stands on the bay of Arrecife, with El Reducto Beach at its feet. The perfect place to finish your bike tour of Lanzarote!
The hotel offers modern rooms with views of either the sea or the city of Arrecife, a spa and a 17th-floor restaurant with spectacular views.
1.290,00€
Discover Lanzarote, land of the volcanoes, on our self-guided bike tour of one of the most unique cycling destinations in Europe!
| Dates | 8 Jan – 20 Dec 2025, Christmas and New Year prices available on request |
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We made it around the Island on a bike in our 70’s!
Bike Spain did a great job in coordinating the logistics – pickup and drop off at the airport was timely, luggage was always at the next site when we arrived, the lodging options were all first rate, and the route on paper and GPS was good. Bike Spain was very responsive to all our questions in the planning process. We also appreciated all the special gifts – phone case, handlebar case, t-shirt, tote bag, water bottle were put to use, and will continue to be used! Really, it was the people we interacted with along the way along with the perfect bikes– they were brand new with strong motors and big batteries! : Bike Spain did a great job in coordinating the logistics – pickup and drop off at the airport was timely, luggage was always at the next site when we arrived, the lodging options were all first rate, and the route on paper and GPS was good.. Bike Spain was very responsive to all our questions in the planning process. We also appreciated all the special gifts – phone case, handlebar case, t-shirt, tote bag, water bottle were put to use, and will continue to be used! Thank you.
All hotels and restaurants were great. The hotel in Haria was spectacular. Both Tenerife and Lanzarote were amazing and interesting and we experienced as much as we could every moment! Everyone was very helpful throughout the trip and we really appreciate it, We had a great time.
– Desirable location
– desirable hotels listed in website
– good reviews of company
– good and timely response to enquires (from Sabela).
The views were fantastic, especially through El Golfo and riding through that area!! Also really enjoyed the beach front path from Perto del Carmen to Arrecife.
We really enjoyed our last few days of exploring (by foot) Arrecife walking paths and restaurants in te Charco de San Gines (including your recommendations)!
THANKS for giving us unforgettable memories!!
