Las Palmas cruises, Spain

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What's great about Las Palmas cruises?

Golden dunes drenched in year-round sunshine. Rugged mountains hiding pretty whitewashed villages. Bays and coves linked together like a magnificent sandy necklace. Nature’s been kind to Gran Canaria so little surprise it lures sun-worshippers back year after year.

  • Take a trip to Puerto Mogán, where narrow, cobbled streets are lined with traditional whitewashed houses, clad in bougainvillea and hibiscus. There’s also a fancy harbour, perfect for yacht-watching.
  • Discover the island’s cosmopolitan capital, Las Palmas, where chic boutiques and tempting tapas bars are tucked in among some breathtaking architecture. In the old town, or Veguetta district, you’ll come across the Christopher Columbus Museum, which is well worth a visit, too.
  • Feast your eyes on the incredible wind-sculpted sand dunes of Maspalomas. Then pick a patch of sand and soak up the sun.

Facts about Las Palmas

Currency

Euro

(EUR)

Language

Spanish

Time zone

GMT +1

Flight duration

2 hours to 4 hours 15 minutes from Gatwick

Top shore excursions in Las Palmas

Off-road buggy adventure

Climb into a dune buggy for a ride through La Palma’s mountains, then go off road through dense jungle and rugged countryside.

• Driver must hold full UK license

• Minimum age 18 for driver

• Minimum age 7 for companion

Santa Cruz trolley train tour

Chug through La Palma’s capital on a trolley train. A guide will point out the sights, which include churches, sunny squares and statues.

• 50-minute trip

• 10-minute walk to train

• No wheelchair or walker space

La Palma – the best bits

Mother Nature had a field day when she created this island, and on this tour, you’ll see its best bits, including a volcano and lava fields.

• Optional guided walk included

• Jacket recommended

La Palma volcano and wine tour

Learn how the Canaries were formed, take in panoramic views, peer into a volcano and sample local wine on this tour of La Palma.

• Crater walk optional

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