Gran Canaria in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Gran Canaria cover the coast, mountains and capital. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

Maspalomas dunes and a cruise.

Roque Nublo and the peaks.

A buggy safari and Las Palmas.

Is 3 days enough for Gran Canaria?

Three days lets you enjoy the dunes and coast, hike the mountains, take a buggy safari and explore Las Palmas.

What are the best day trips in Gran Canaria?

Roque Nublo, the buggy safaris, Puerto de Mogán and Las Palmas are the top trips.

How do I plan a 3-day Gran Canaria itinerary?

Spend day one on the coast, day two in the mountains, and day three on adventure and the capital.