Lanzarote Self-Guided Bike Tour

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 pedalling around the extinct volcano of La Corona, and up to the spectacular Mirador del Río.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Arrival/departure airport: Aeropuerto César Manrique-Lanzarote (ACE)

Direct flights to Arrecife are available from a number of destinations in Europe.

Your tour package includes a private transfer on Day 1 from Arrecife airport (or a city centre hotel) to your first hotel in Costa Teguise, and a return transfer on the final day of your tour from Gran Hotel Arrecife back to the airport.