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The Island

An island of only 600 sq miles but a continent in miniature Gran Canaria offers lush forests exotic fauna and flora Sahara-like dunes mountains volcanic craters and sometimes snow on the highest peaks.

Two things make Gran Canaria distinct from the other Canarian Islands.

Firstly the reservoirs that are abundant in the mountainous region nestling in the valleys giving important water supply to the inhabitants and a refreshing vista for the walker.

Secondly there are the ancient settlements and fascinating troglodyte villages built by the deeply religious Guanche about 4000 years ago and many are still occupied!

Walking Grand Canaria

The Walking

Gran Canaria is providing a very popular choice due to some spectacular walking with high mountain ridges and peaks to explore.

Discover remains of ancient volcanic mountains deep ravines with palm groves ancient cave dwellings all amongst reputedly the friendliest people of the Canarian Islands.

All of our walking takes place in the mountainous centre and to avoid long journeys each day we have chosen a hotel set deep in the mountains. The walking is on paths of good quality but the variable signposting makes our walking notes or guided walking essential.

Walking in Gran Canaria

Guided - Independent Holidays

We include 4 days of guided walking which will cover 'classic' walks on the island. There will be walks through the pine forest, near the inland reservoirs, and through some of the troglodyte villages. Most footpaths you will be walking on will be good 'Camino Reales'. The guided walks will be in small groups so there can be some flexibility in the program. The walks will be guided by a local resident with many years experience of walking the mountains of Gran Canaria. The great thing about walking in Gran Canaria is the variety of walks that are available on a relatively small island. Gran Canaria really does live up to its nickname of a 'Continent in Miniature'. These holidays are available throughout the year except mid-June to mid-September.

Self-Guided

Our Walk Booklet has a selection of walks for all abilities all in the mountainous centre of the island. They vary from 10 km to 20 km in length with ascents from 200m to 750m.

Our walks have been researched and written by a long term resident who knows every barranco and rocky ridge on the island worth walking. He is generally on hand to advise you if required, of the most suitable walks for your needs. We provide the best walking map available for the island.

Island Hopping

Why not combine 2 or 3 islands for an island hopping walking holiday?

Walk Grading

Guided - Easy & Moderate

Self Guided - Easy, Moderate & Challenging

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Las Tirajanas **** - 4 Star

This hotel is at an altitude of 920m, in the small mountain village of San Bartolomé, with spectacular views across wide valleys to the sweep of mountains beyond. Built in a mountain inn style and designed to make the most of its position.

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Parador Cruz de Tejeda - 4 Star

The Parador is a new hotel, open 3 years ago. It is located at Cruz de Tejeda in a stunningly beautiful environment at a height of 1,560 metres amongst the highest peaks of the island. There are 43 rooms all in a modern style consistent with the whole hotel. Most rooms have a bath. The restaurant specializes in local dishes using local ingredients giving you the opportunity to sample the best of Canary Island cuisine.

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The best time to walk in Gran Canaria is from October to mid June but walking is practical year around. There is little rain in the winter and average maximum temperatures in Las Palmas on the coast (with the mountains always much cooler) ranging from 18°C in Jan to 24°C in Aug.

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Fly to Las Palmas airport with frequent scheduled no frills and charter flights from throughout the UK & Ireland. Transfer to and from your hotel is provided and takes just over 1 hour, or for a supplement we can arrange a group A hire car for 8 days.

There are flights as follows:

Las Palmas - non stop from Gatwick Luton Stansted Exeter Bristol Bournemouth* Southampton, Cardiff, Birmingham East Midlands, Norwich, Manchester, Liverpool*, Leeds, Doncaster, Humberside, Newcastle, Edinburgh*, Glasgow, Prestwick*, Aberdeen*, Dublin and Belfast. There are connecting flights from Heathrow, Jersey, Guernsey, Newquay, Isle of Man and Inverness.

* Summer only

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Gran Canaria

Self Guided and Guided independent

All holiday prices include 7 nights half board accommodation and transfers between the airport and the hotel. Self guided walking includes our unique walking booklet and local walking map. ‘With Flights’ includes typical flight price from London Gatwick to and from Las Palmas. 7 days Group A car hire available at a small supplement.

Please note these prices may differ from our current brochure price list and are the current correct prices

All prices valid for 2012 & 2013

Prices are per person and in GBP / UK £.

Tirajanas ****

Dates	7 nights Half Board* Standard Room With Flights	Extra Nights Half Board*	Single room supplement	Own travel arrangements 7 nights Half Board* Standard Room	Supplement for 4 days guided walking
30 Aug - 03 Oct	714	65	16	539	165
04 Oct - 28 Oct	624	47	16	449	165
29 Oct - 07 Dec	724	62	16	549	165
08 Dec - 17 Dec	644	52	16	469	165
18 Dec - 02 Jan	894	80	16	719	165
03 Jan - 27 Jan	734	59	16	559	165
28 Jan - 25 Mar	744	64	16	569	165
26 Mar - 01 Apr	814	71	16	639	165
02 Apr - 26 Apr	704	59	16	529	165
27 Apr -29 Aug	714	55	16	539	165

* Dinner, bed and breakfast

Reduction of £30 for a week per person applies for all bookings made before 31 October 2012 for departures from 01 Nov 12 – 30 Apr 13

Gala dinner supplements (compulsory) 25 Dec - £50 and 31 Dec - £60 per person

Room supplements Superior room/Junior Suite £10

Parador ****

Dates	7 nights Half Board* Standard Room With Flights	Extra night Half Board* Per person	Single supplement per night	Own travel arrangements 7 nights Half Board* Standard Room	Supplement for 4 days guided walking
01 Sep – 25 Oct	864	73	27	689	165
26 Oct – 18 Dec	894	75	27	719	165
19 Dec – 06 Jan**	1054	84	33	779	165
07 Jan – 25 Mar	894	75	33	719	165
26 Mar – 08 Apr	955	84	27	779	165
09 Apr – 31 Jul	864	73	27	689	165
01 Aug – 31 Aug	884	75	27	719	165

* Dinner, bed and breakfast

**Supplement for Gala Dinner 31^st December £84

Flights also available from many local airports prices on request

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