If the Canaries were a meal, Gran Canaria would be the main course – and the dessert. This exclusive tour will give you a flavour of the island and its cuisine while taking in its natural beauty. A rum factory tour, salt flats, a visit to Arucas town and a typical Canarian farm are all on the menu. Maria, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘This is my favourite tour – the driving is well spaced out and each stop is a looker. Plus, you get to sample some typical Canarian specialities in a fabulous setting.'

First up is Salinas de Tenefé, where the salt flats are an important natural and cultural enclave where sea salt is produced as is has been for centuries. Next up is Arucas. Its colourful homes and flower-filled parks are overshadowed by the volcano-framed Church of St John the Baptist. You'll drop into the town's historic Arehucas distillery for a visit and to sample some of its famed oak barrel-aged rum. Afterwards, There's free time in town to explore on your own and grab some lunch if you like.

But the best is yet to come. The highlight of the day is the award-winning Finca La Laja – a typical Canarian farm – located in a deep, vegetation-filled gorge near Agaete. In this wild and rugged setting, you'll get to taste local wines, cheese, Teror chorizo, Canarian ‘wrinkly' potatoes, cake and the farm's trademark coffee, which is grown here. You'll also learn how to prepare spicy ‘mojo' sauces.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll enjoy a tour, tastings of typical local specialities and a hand-on workshop at La Laja farm
There's a stop at a historic distillery in Arucas to look around and sample its oak barrel-aged rum
An opportunity to discover the town of Arucas and traditional Canarian Salt Flats
You'll have time to explore the town and grab some lunch at your leisure
Your tour will be led by an expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Gran Canaria

Important to know

Tour may be guided in multiple languages but the language you select will be spoken
We'll always adhere to the route but it can change due to local fiestas and road closures
Please notify us beforehand if you are planning to bring pushchairs, collapsible wheelchairs or walking devices
Bring a jumper
If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Lunch is not included
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Bring suitable footwear
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
This is one of our TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its unique, authentic and responsible values.

What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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Kim E
Traveled with family
January 2, 2026
3.4
United Kingdom
Salt factory, rum distillery and coffee plantation all good. The traditional Canarian lunch at the family run restaurant was terrible, very slow service, portion sizes far too small - six people were served one thin slice of tomato and not even one full slice of bread each, the wrinkled potatoes were cold, the crispy aubergine was anything but crispy just cold and soggy. The chicken peas and chicken with beef was presented as chicken and ham. More time in old town rather than the shopping mall.
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Uwe
Traveled as a couple
February 21, 2026
2.2
Germany
Wir wurden 2 Stunden vor dem Abholtermin per Email informiert, dass die Abholzeit statt um 9 Uhr bereits um 8 Uhr stattfindet. Tatsächlich kam der der Bus erst um 9:20. Der Reiseleiter hatte keine Info, dass sich die Abholzeit geändert hat. Ansonsten waren die Besuche mehr Verkaufsveranstaltungen und wenig informativ. Uwe Muenkel
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Henri
Traveled with family
February 19, 2026
4.2
Netherlands
Leuk vinden de rum fabriek en de koffie Plantage. De zout winning was duidelijk het minste. Het zag er vuil en onhygiënisch uit
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Lindy
Traveled as a couple
February 15, 2026
5
Netherlands
Super mooie intressante excursie
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Gerrit
Traveled as a couple
February 13, 2026
4.6
Netherlands
Alles was naar verwachting goede bus met chauffeur en gids vertelde heel veel van het eiland en uitstapjes die we deden en de proeverijen die er waren een dikke 10 en zeer de moeite waard
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Dirk von Rügen
Traveled with family
February 12, 2026
5
Germany
Absoluter top Ausflug, gerade als Autofahrer weil Du selbst die Natur sehen kannst. Die Saline in echt zu sehen ist Super und das Obst und Gemüse mit Salz zu kosten, tolles Brot mit Olivenöl. Die Brennerei ist ein Erlebnis ich hatte noch nie Zuckerrohr gesehen, und so konnte ich alles duchkosten und einen Rum kaufen. Danach die Finca war ein Traum wie im Paradies, schöner Imbiss und Kaffee habe ich einmal mitgenommen. Schön auch mal Teneriffa zu sehen. Lg Dirk