The holiday starts at the group accommodation in Costa Teguise. Our wonderful accommodation is in a quiet residential area of town. With a communal pool and relaxed surroundings, this is the perfect place to unwind.

Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to swim, relax on the terrace, stroll along the beach or visit one of the many cafes. Costa Teguise is easy to navigate with a traffic free promenade, tree-lined avenues, beaches and a refreshing breeze, which makes it a pleasant place to wander in the evenings.

Once everyone has arrived, we'll stroll into town with our Tour Leader to enjoy a welcome meal at one of the many restaurants.

Today begins with a short transfer (30 mins) to Orozola, a relaxed fishing settlement famed for its laid-back feel, to pick up the GR131. The footpath is undulating with no steep ascents or descents and easy underfoot. We skirt the hamlet of Ye and the base of Monte Corona on a trail of gravel and "lapilli" (small lava stones). The footpath is dotted with spurge and the quirky "vinagreras rumex lunaria." Part of the diet for goats and chickens, this acidic plant is now fondly known as the vinegar tree.

We then head towards one of the highest volcanoes on the island, La Corona (609m). After its final eruption almost 4000 years ago, Corona's lava covered a large area of the northeast of the island. We then follow a quiet country road, passing the cultivated fields of Guinate village, where potatoes, corn, peas and figs grow. Finally, we reach Haria and after a brief refreshment stop we transfer (15 mins) to one of Cesar Manrique's architectural masterpieces, Jameos del Agua. Described by the Hollywood movie star Rita Heyworth as "the Eighth Wonder of the World"

Manrique created a concert auditorium in a 6km long lava tube, running under the Atlantic, which that was formed 4000 years ago when Montana La Corona erupted. Jameos del Agua is a great place to see how Manrique perfectly fused nature and architecture. The centrepiece is a natural lake, which is home to a species of blind crab known as 'Jameitos', which have become the symbol of Jameos del Agua. We end with a short transfer (15 mins) back to our accommodation.

This morning we transfer (20 mins) back to Haria, known as "The Valley of a Thousand Palms.". This pretty oasis town has a long tradition of planting a palm tree each time a child is born. The local gardens are full of fruit trees and vegetables, whilst the streets are awash with poinsettia and bougainvillea. The main square, Plaza y Castillo, is shaded with eucalyptus trees and the cemetery is the final resting place of artist Cesar Manrique.

We join the GR131 again, though today we will divert form the trail briefly so we can walk along the spectacular Famaras Cliffs. Towering over 400m high, these amazing cliffs offer panoramic views across to Isla Graciosa, Isla de Montana Clara. Along our way, we should be able to see Canarian Lavender, purple bell flowers and endemic daisies. We will also visit Las Penas del Chache (670m), the highest point on the island. Weather and wind permitting, we will stay on these remote and wild coastal paths to enjoy the views over to the East and West coasts, plus the northern point of the Canary Islands - the uninhabited Alegranza Islands. Located just off the African Coast, the Alegranza Nature Park is a geological treasure with an incredible natural breeding programme for loggerhead sea turtles, ospreys, Egyptian vulture, peregrine falcon and the extremely rare Eastern Canary gecko.
We depart the cliffs on a clay path that takes us down to Teguise, the ancient capital. The town is named after a 14th Century chieftain's daughter who was married to Maciot, a nephew of the French explorer Jean de Bethancourt. In 1402 Bethancourt conquered the Islands, earning himself the title "King of the Canary Islands.". After a brief stop in Teguise, we will pay a visit to the Jardin de Cactus designed by Cesar Manrique, a celebration of the world's spiniest plants. Situated in an old quarry, the terraced garden resembles a beautiful amphitheatre. We then transfer (20mins) back to Costa Teguise.

This morning starts with a brief transfer (20 minutes) to the village of Teguise, where we rejoin the GR131. Today, we'll be walking from the region known as the central desert of Lanzarote to an area known for its wine production. Leaving the village of Teguise, we pass by a cemetery and walk a gentle trail through sandy fields. The trail snakes on through lava fields and cultivated areas. We are likely to see melons, watermelons, corn, and sweet potatoes, and we'll pass small local farms along the trail. We will arrive in the village of San Bartolome (260m), a pretty town with some interesting architecture, including the grand Casa Mayor Guerra, the former home of the military Governor of Lanzarote. The next part of our walk sees us leaving the village on a paved footpath. We continue the trail, which is gentle underfoot, through a landscape of rich volcanic ash that is home to a number of rare ground-nesting birds. If we're lucky, we'll spot a number of species, including partridges and possibly the elegant Houbaras bustard. These unusual birds are found along the North African rim all the way from Egypt to Mauritania, and a small population can be found on the Canary Islands, including Lanzarote. Our walk ends in Montana Blanca. We drive (20 minutes) to visit the Cesar Manrique Foundation, one of the most fascinating houses on the island, built over five volcanic bubbles! Finally, we'll transfer (15 minutes) back to our accommodation.

We transfer back to Montana Blanca (30 mins) and join the GR 131 once more. From Montana Blanca follow a wide trail, which skirts the peak of the same name, until we reach the village of La Asomada at the base of Guardilama Volcano (603m). We have the option to ascend this peak, also known as Montana de Guardilama. The trail to the top rises steeply on a small path of scree, but is not technically difficult. The reward is to stand on "Best Panorama Peak of Lanzarote!" From the summit the view extends to the north-west "Fire Mountains" - the Montanas del Fuego, the Los Ajaches Range in the South and the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura. As we descend back to the trail we'll pass the "GR131 50km" marker, which offers a great photo opportunity with the mountain behind.
From here, the path to Uga will leads us across the central volcanic crest of the island. The path is mainly "lapilli" and interesting to walk on as it covers a lava stream lying below and we'll see the famous Lanzarote "vineyards" where thousands of pits have been dug into the ash and are flanked by dry stone walls that shelter grape vines. Farmers in this region have taken advantage of the soft ash and volcanic cinder which has an amazing ability to hold moisture. The area is dotted with figs, almonds and vines, so the whole landscape resembles a checkerboard! This beautiful path brings us to Uga where today's walk ends. We transfer back (40 mins) to tour accommodation. Time allowing we may have time to stop at a wine cellar to taste some wines (optional).

This morning we return to Uga from where we follow a gentle path to the neighbouring village of Yaiza. Described as "short of a miracle" in the village should be under layers of lava after the volcanic eruptions of 1730. However, as lava flowed towards the town, it split into two streams, leaving Yaiza and its pretty church unscathed! The town has twice won "prettiest village in Spain" with it's whitewashed buildings.

From Yaiza we follow the trail to Las Brenas. We then follow a soft dirt track, which leads to the base of the Montana de la Cinta (441m). Today we are walking through one of the oldest areas of the island, the region of the Los Ajache Mountains. Created during the first volcanic eruptions, 15 million years ago, this mountain range dominates the south of the island.
Leaving Las Brenas, we follow the GR to reach Playa Blanca in the south of the island. The path is level and easy underfoot as we head through the centre of a lava field known as the Rubicon Desert Plain to the end of the GR on the shores of the sea. Playa Blanca, originally a fishing village, has a bustling marina and is overlooked by the dramatic dormant volcano of Montana Roja "The Red Mountain.

On our way back to Costa Teguise we'll visit El Golfo "the Green Lagoon" where trapped sea water has formed a striking green lake.

After a short transfer Orzola, we take a ferry (35mins) across the strait of El Rio to the charming little port and fishing village of Caleta del Sebo. With a population of only 700, Isla Graciosa is a compact 8km long and 4km wide. Today is a day for wandering rather than following exact footpaths as we explore beaches and dunes.

A few areas are lava but mainly we'll be enjoying walking on sandy trails. Often called the Eighth Canary Island, Isla Graciosa has been described as the original Treasure Island! Legend has it that in the 18th Century ships bound for the West Indies would pass through the El Rio Straits and one particular vessel, whilst been chased by pirates, managed to reach land and bury the ships treasure before the crew were captured.

Apparently a cabin boy escaped and made his way to Lanzarote before boarding a ship back to England. Whilst laying on his deathbed, he revealed the location of the treasure and the legend of Treasure Island was born. It's easy to see how the island could be a base for pirate legends as we traverse dunes, beaches and lava fields through a beautiful landscape of volcanic and coastal vegetation. In the afternoon we'll take the ferry back to the mainland before transferring to Costa Teguise. After freshening up, we'll head out to a local restaurant for our final dinner on Lanzarote.

Your holiday ends after breakfast..Taxis to the airport can be arranged through your Tour Leader.