Walking holidays in the Canary Islands

Head off on a non-group, self-guided walking holiday in the Canary Islands, on which you walk from one family-run hotel to the next while your luggage is transported, or explore from a single base. We provide you with our comprehensively researched route notes, leaving you free to explore at your own pace.

Walking holidays in the Canaries,

perfect for autumn & winter

Given their benevolent year-round climate, you can go walking in the Canary Islands even in winter. But there’s more to the islands than their plentiful sunshine – there are deep ravines, volcanic craters, centuries-old forests, colourful rock formations, ancient lava flows… In the true spirit of a Slow holiday, break as often as you like to admire it all – you’re not part of a group, and have no luggage to carry (we take care of that, along with providing route notes and ensuring the arrangements run like clockwork), so don’t rush…

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The best walking in the Canary Islands

What makes walking holidays in the Canaries special is that each island has its own allure. On Tenerife it is the constant presence of El Teide; on El Hierro the chance to explore off the beaten track; on Lanzarote the colours in the scenery; on Gran Canaria the extraordinary scenic diversity; on Fuerteventura the unexpected yet epic biblical landscapes; and on La Gomera the feeling of discovering a well-kept secret. Whichever you choose, you will find walking in the Canaries a treat for the senses.

Travelling from outside the UK?

To give you a good idea of how we can tailor our trips to your individual requirements, take a look at the section of the website specifically devoted to travellers from outside the UK.

Alternatively, if you’d prefer to get the low-down on Inntravel holidays from someone who has first-hand experience, you can email Phil Wise. Based in California, Phil has taken many trips with us over the years, and will be happy to give you general information about travelling to Europe and the overall Inntravel holiday experience from an American perspective.

Walking holidays in the Canaries, Inntravel style

Before you opt for one of our walking holidays in the Canary Islands, see our grading system below to be sure of choosing the right level. Our single-centre walking holidays on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura offer easy and moderate walking (you can take your pick of the routes), while our hotel-to-hotel walking holidays on Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Gomera and El Hierro cater well for keener walkers.

Grade 1

Generally easy walking with few ascents / descents, but perhaps the occasional long day.
Grade 1-2

Easy-to-moderate walking with some ascents / descents, and occasional longer days.
Grade 2

Moderate walking on varied terrain, with some long days and regular ascents / descents.
Grade 2-3

Moderate-to-challenging walking on more rugged terrain with significant ascents / descents on most days. Compass skills may be required (check the individual holiday).
Grade 3

Challenging hikes, featuring long days with significant ascent / descent on challenging terrain. Compass skills may be required.
Flexible

Choice of easier or harder routes, so that you can tailor most days to your requirements.

Walking holidays in the Canaries, Inntravel style

Our walking holidays in the Canary Islands – in common with all Inntravel holidays – are based on three cornerstones: striking scenery; comfortable and genuinely welcoming hotels hand-picked by us; and traditional local cooking. Together, they make for the perfect walking holiday.

Comprehensive route notes

We take great pride in our route guides, updating them constantly so that you have the most current information and can enjoy the richest possible holiday experience. Walking at a pace that suits you, you can rely on them to steer you from A to B, and fill you in about places of interest and local culture along the way.
The advantage of independence

With Inntravel, unlike travelling with a group, you can stay in charming small hotels and set your own timetable each day. You’re also free to choose a start date that suits you, to extend your holiday if you wish, and to decide how to travel and from where – we’re happy to handle plane, ferry or train bookings for you.
Walking is our world

If you’re considering a walking holiday, we suggest speaking to the experts. That’s us. Since 1984 we’ve been discovering the best routes and accommodation and are happy to share our knowledge and expertise. Our friendly staff are specialists who have walked our routes and stayed in our hotels. Contact us, to discuss your walking holiday.

Walking holidays in the Canary Islands

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