Lanzarote, a Canary Island Bike Tour

Overnight in Teguise:

Day 1: Arrival in Lanzarote
Day 2: Costa Teguise – Haría, distance ranging from 20 to 32 mi. (33 to 51 km)
Day 3: Haría – Teguise, distance ranging from 12 to 33 mi. (18 to 52 km)
Day 4: Teguise,  round trip or rest,  31 mi. (50 km)
Day 5: Teguise – Playa Blanca, distance ranging from 35 to 42 mi. (57 to 67 km)
Day 6: Playa Blanca, round trip or rest, varying lengths, 22 mi. or 44 mi. (36 or 70 km)
Day 7: Playa Blanca – Arrecife, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure or extension

All distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions, or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way, you may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork or other unforeseen circumstances that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. In this case, please follow the directions posted locally.

Day 1: Arrival in Costa Teguise
Upon arriving at Arrecife Airport in Lanzarote, it is recommended to take a taxi to your first hotel which is approximately 14 km from the airport at costa Teguise.  After settling into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy the beach resort of Costa Teguise.

Preferred accommodation: 5 * Hotel Meliá Salinas

Day 2: Costa Teguise – Haría, 21, 29, or 32 mi. (33, 46, or 51 km)
The ride today leads from Costa Teguise to the inland town of Haría. En route, you will have the opportunity to visit the famous works of César Manrique, native of Lanzarote and a world-renowned artist and architect. His creations, integrated with the natural landscape, are renowned for their simplicity. His works are recognized unanimously by the intellectuals as well as the esthetes. As an interior architect, he has accomplished a harmony of space and volume. Your itinerary includes the works El Jardín de Cactus, Los Jameos del Agua, and El Mirador del Río which form an integral part of the volcanic landscape. You will also have the opportunity to visit the volcanic cave of La Cueva de Los Verdes. The route leads through typical fishing villages with the impressive Monte Corona as your backdrop. The picturesque village of Haría, surrounded by its uncountable palm trees, is your day's destination.

Preferred accommodation: 4 * Villa Lola & Juan
Vertical meters: 536, 721, or 847 meters

Day 3: Haría – Teguise, distance ranging from 12 to 33 mi. (18 to 52 km)
From Haría, you take the road down towards Teguise, the one-time capital of the island. Our route gives us spectacular views down over the coast. Teguise itself is a delightful small town with typical architecture and many pleasant bars for refreshment. From here we continue towards San Bartolomé and the fascinating wine-producing area of La Geria. We then return to our hotel in Teguise.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Palacio

Day 4: Teguise,  round trip or rest,  31 mi. (50 km)
Today is a free day spent in the Teguise hotel. You can choose to relax or enjoy a loop ride, or even both. The ride leads to the beautiful beach of Famara with the spectacular backdrop of volcanic cliffs. After following the coast, we head across extensive lava fields and a lunar landscape back to Teguise.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Palacio

Day 5: Teguise – Playa Blanca, distance ranging from 35 to 42 mi. (57 to 67 km)
First on the cycling agenda is the island’s main attraction, the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya, 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 and volcano landscape of today. Next, heading south, you will stop en route to visit the seaside volcanic crater of El Golfo before finally reaching the seaside village of Playa Blanca. 

Preferred accommodation: 4 * Hotel H10 White Suites
Vertical meters: 336 or 423 meters

Day 6: Playa Blanca, round trip or rest, 23 or 40 mi. (36 or 64 km)
Playa Blanca sits at the very south of the island and looks across to Fuerteventura. Today there is an opportunity to take a boat across to Corralejo and enjoy a visit or a ride on another island. Alternatively, you can enjoy the day in Playa Blanca, visit the nearby coves and secluded beaches of Papagayo, or visit El Golfo for a seafood lunch by the beach. 

Preferred accommodation: 4 * Hotel H10 White Suites
Vertical meters: 312 or 618 meters

Day 7: Playa Blanca – Arrecife, 31 mi. (49 km)
From Playa Blanca, you pedal across the dramatic hills of Femés before heading to the wine country of La Geria. Here, the unusual vineyard cultivation techniques have given rise to a fascinating landscape not to be seen anywhere else in the world, not to mention, also producing some fine wines! The route then descends to the coast and follows a nice promenade from Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife. 

Preferred accommodation: Gran Hotel Arrecife
Vertical meters: 718 meters

Day 8: Departure or extension

Overnight in San Bartolomé:

Day 1: Arrival in Lanzarote
Day 2: Costa Teguise – Haría, 21, 29, or 32 mi. (33, 46, or 51 km)
Day 3: Haría – San Bartolomé, 17- 29 mi. (27- 47 km)
Day 4: San Bartolomé, round trip or rest, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 5: San Bartolomé – Playa Blanca, 29 or 36 mi. (47 or 58 km)
Day 6: Playa Blanca, round trip or rest, varying lengths, 22 mi. or 44 mi. (36 or 70 km)
Day 7: Playa Blanca – Arrecife , 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure or extension

Day 1:  Arrival in Costa Teguise
Upon arriving at Arrecife Airport in Lanzarote, it is recommended to take a taxi to your first hotel which is approximately 14 km from the airport at costa Teguise.  After settling into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy the beach resort of Costa Teguise.

Day 2:  Costa Teguise – Haría, 21, 29, or 32 mi. (33, 46, or 51 km)
The ride today leads from Costa Teguise to the inland town of Haría. En route, you will have the opportunity to visit the famous works of César Manrique, native of Lanzarote and a world-renowned artist and architect. His creations, integrated with the natural landscape, are renowned for their simplicity. His works are recognized unanimously by the intellectuals as well as the esthetes. As an interior architect, he has accomplished a harmony of space and volume. Your itinerary includes the works El Jardín de Cactus, Los Jameos del Agua, and El Mirador del Río which form an integral part of the volcanic landscape. You will also have the opportunity to visit the volcanic cave of La Cueva de Los Verdes. The route leads through typical fishing villages with the  impressive Monte Corona as your backdrop. The picturesque village of Haría, surrounded by its uncountable palm trees, is your day's destination. Vertical meters: 536, 721, or 847 meters.

Day 3:  Haría – San Bartolomé, 17 or 27 mi. (27 or 43 km)
From Haría, you cycle to Teguise, the one-time capital of the island, through spectacular scenery along the coast. Teguise itself is a delightful small town with typical architecture and many pleasant bars for refreshment. The route then continues to San Bartolomé and the fascinating wine-producing area of La Geria to the country hotel where you will spend the next two nights. Vertical meters: 504 or 703 meters.

Day 4: San Bartolomé, round trip or rest, 29 mi. (46 km)
Today is a free day. You choose to take a break from the bike, or to enjoy a round trip ride around the town, or both! The cycling includes the beach of Famara with the spectacular backdrop of volcanic cliffs,  in the Natural Park of the Chinijo Archipelago. This beach is well known by surfers from all over the globe who come to tackle this "European Hawaii".  After following the coast, you will pedal across extensive lava fields and a lunar landscape back to San Bartolomé.  A shorter route is possible to Fundación César Manrique or Teguise. Vertical meters: 485 meters.

Day 5: San Bartolomé – Playa Blanca, 29 or 36 mi. (47 or 58 km)
First on the cycling agenda is the island’s main attraction, the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya, 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 and volcano landscape of today. Next, heading south, you will stop en route to visit the seaside volcanic crater of El Golfo before finally reaching the seaside village of Playa Blanca. Vertical meters: 336 or 423 meters.

Day 6: Playa Blanca, round trip or rest, 23 or 40 mi. (36 or 64 km)
Playa Blanca sits at the very south of the island and looks across to Fuerteventura. Today there is an opportunity to take a boat across to Corralejo and enjoy a visit or a ride on another island. Alternatively, you can enjoy the day in Playa Blanca, visit the nearby coves and secluded beaches of Papagayo, or visit El Golfo for a seafood lunch by the beach. Vertical meters: 312 or 618 meters.

Day 7: Playa Blanca – Arrecife , 31 mi. (49 km)
From Playa Blanca, you pedal across the dramatic hills of Femés before heading to the wine country of La Geria. Here, the unusual vineyard cultivation techniques have given rise to a fascinating landscape not to be seen anywhere else in the world, not to mention, also producing some fine wines! The route then descends to the coast and follows a nice promenade from Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife. Vertical meters: 718 meters.

Day 8: Departure or extension

Yet another option: If Villa Lola and Juan is fully booked in Haria, you will be offered two nights in Costa Teguise.

Day 1: Arrival in Costa Teguise
Day 2: Pick up bikes at 9 a.m. Transfer in a vehicle to Haría to cycle back to Costa Teguise, 20-32 mi. (33 - 51 km)
Day 3: Transfer after breakfast to Haría to begin Haría to San Bartolomé ride, 17- 29 mi. (27- 47 km)
Day 4: San Bartolomé free day ride,  31 mi. (50 km)
Day 5: San Bartolomé to Playa Blanca,  29 or 36 mi. (47 or 58 km)
Day 6: Playa Blanca free day or loop ride, 22 mi. or 44 mi. (36 or 70 km)
Day 7: Playa Blanca to Arrecife, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure from Arrecife

GPS tracks are available for this tour.

*Extra nights can be added at any time within the tour (self-guided).

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Accommodations

Hotels range from a luxury 5-star spa hotel to a lovely restored Spanish Finca. In each day’s detailed itinerary you will find the name of the preferred hotel list. If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of equal standard will be offered.

Bicycles

Touring Bike

Stevens

Aluminum men or women's frame
Shimano 3x10-speed drivetrain w/ Deore XT Shadow rear derailleur

Accessories

Helmet (obligatory)
Rear luggage rack
Pannier
Odometer
Pump
Basic toolkit
1.5 liter water bottle
Lock

Road Bike

Various models

Carbon frame
Shimano 105 gearset
22 speeds

Accessories

Helmet (obligatory)
Odometer
Pump
Basic toolkit
1.5 liter water bottle
Lock

Electric Bike

Various models

Accessories

Helmet (obligatory)
Rear luggage rack
Pannier
Odometer
Pump
Basic toolkit
1.5 liter water bottle
Lock