Tastes of Gran Canaria A Day of Flavours and Culture
Description
Spend a day savouring the island’s unique flavours while admiring its diverse landscapes. Your journey begins in the rugged south and heads north through lush, green scenery. At Rekompensa Banana World, enjoy a guided tour and tasting of farm products, including mojos, banana drink, and fresh banana, while learning about its history and global spread across cultures. At Arehucas Rum Distillery, take a guided tour and taste two rum varieties awarded at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Then, immerse yourself in authentic Canarian life with a stop in Arucas, the “Pearl of Gran Canaria,” famous for its honey rum and neo-Gothic church. You’ll have an hour of free time to explore, visiting the Church of San Juan Bautista and the nearby park with lush vegetation. Finally, visit Bodega Los Berrazales in the Agaete Valley, a family-run estate with a winery and coffee plantation, where you’ll enjoy a detailed tour and taste award-winning wines and premium Arabica coffee.
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Itinerary
By visiting Rekompensa Banana World, you’ll discover the story of the banana, its journey from early cultivation to becoming a global fruit, shaped by diverse cultures throughout history. During your visit, enjoy a guided tour of the farm and a tasting of its unique products, including traditional mojos, banana drink, and fresh bananas, all grown on-site. This experience will give you a deeper understanding of the banana's cultural significance and its role in the island's agricultural heritage.
During your visit to the Arehucas Rum Distillery, you’ll have the chance to take a guided tour and learn about the rum-making process, from the selection of ingredients to the distillation techniques. You’ll also taste two rum varieties recognized as the best in their category at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, gaining insight into what makes these rums so exceptional.
Experience traditional life with a visit to Arucas, the 'Pearl of Gran Canaria,' famed for its honey rum and stunning neo-Gothic church. You’ll have about an hour of free time to explore the village on your own or head southwest. Don’t miss the impressive Church of San Juan Bautista and the nearby park, where you can enjoy lush vegetation and artwork reflecting the cultural history of the Canary Islands.
Located in the lush Agaete Valley of Gran Canaria, Bodega Los Berrazales is a unique family-run estate that combines a winery with one of Europe’s few coffee plantations. Surrounded by fruit trees and dramatic cliffs, the farm produces award-winning wines and high-quality Arabica coffee. You can enjoy a guided tour and tasting experience, sampling the estate’s exquisite wines and premium Arabica coffee, all while immersed in a beautiful natural setting.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
After your booking is confirmed, you will receive a message with the exact pick-up time and meeting point. Your pick-up will be scheduled approximately 50 to 100 minutes before the activity's start time at 9:30. Please be at the indicated location 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. If you do not receive this message by the day before the activity, please contact us.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
We had the best tour in Grand Canaria with Denis, driver and gid. He is a very nice people, good directors and the best driver. He looks carefully to tourists and he is very friendly and careful with everybody. He has by my part a mark AAAAAAASS
This tour was an interesting way to learn about various food highlights of Gran Canaria. Although there was some decent drive time between locations, it was a great way to see the island and the guide offered relevant commentary to Gran Canaria's agricultural capacities as well as pointing out local attractions. With tastings at each location it was possible to get a full understanding of the products that are produced here.
Interesting program Gran Canaria North. Isabel and the bus driver make a good team. The full program means that there is little time per visit.
This is not the first time I was on the island, I am a big fan of the Canaries. I had planned a beach scoop and hotel rest. Seeing this tour, I decided because it is something like very different... and it was a total hit! The perfect stops, everything super interesting, no stuffing, the great guide. She spent the time flying, very entertaining! I was very surprised!
Departure from the hotels: The pick-up was punctual and well coordinated, allowing the day to begin smoothly. Banana Museum (La Rekompensa): An interesting and educational visit. The museum provides a clear view on the importance of banana cultivation on the island. The setting is very nice and the staff was friendly. Arehucas Distillery: One of the most outstanding stops. The guided tour was very informative and the rum tasting was an excellent addition. Ideal for lovers of local products. Free time in Arucas: Very well managed. One hour was enough to explore the historic center and enjoy a lunch at ease. The city has a lot of charm. Finca Berrazales (winery and coffee): A perfect close to the day. The natural environment is beautiful and the explanation about wine and coffee production was very interesting. The tasting was a highly valued plus. Return to the hotels: It was done on time and comfortably, closing the day with a sense of general satisfaction.
If you want to discover the most authentic face of Gran Canaria, this excursion is for you. It’s not just a sightseeing tour: it’s an experience for the senses. From the first moment you enter incredible landscapes, with stops full of flavor, history and tradition. We have tried unique local products, such as mojos, rum, award-winning wines and even coffee grown on the island, all accompanied by super interesting explanations and lots of affection from the hosts. The atmosphere is relaxed, well organized and with that special charm that only the local has. Between farms, plantations and villages with soul, the day flies by. A round trip experience that connects you to the best of Gran Canaria!
