Tenerife’s whales and dolphins
A shared cruise departing from Los Gigantes to observe pilot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.
Self-Drive Tour Across 4 Islands Tenerife, La Gomera, Lanzarote & La Graciosa in 10 days
A private trip combining self-drive freedom with selected guided experiences: whale and dolphin watching, discovering Mount Teide, a Jeep safari in La Gomera, a flight to Lanzarote, kayaking at Papagayo and a guided hike in La Graciosa.
Duration10 days / 9 nights
Travellers2 to 6 people
ArrivalTenerife
DepartureLanzarote
TransportCar + flight + ferries
PeriodSeptember to June
Self-drive freedom without complications
Four islands, four atmospheresan itinerary designed to travel at your own pace
This private combination explores Tenerife, La Gomera, Lanzarote and La Graciosa, alternating independent days and carefully selected guided experiences.
In Tenerife, enjoy Mount Teide’s landscapes, the coast of Los Gigantes and a Jeep day in La Gomera. An inter-island flight then takes you to Lanzarote, where your rental car lets you independently explore César Manrique’s works, villages, beaches and volcanic landscapes.
The programme also includes kayaking at Papagayo and a private hike in La Graciosa. Accommodation, cars, flights, ferries, activities and admission tickets are arranged in advance, while keeping enough free time to improvise, stop in a village or extend a swim.
Create our four-island combination
Your trip, your pace
Accommodation category, vehicle type, activities and nights on each island can be adapted to your budget and wishes.
The experiences that shape your trip
Highlightsfreedom, nature and guided activities
Mount Teide and northern Tenerife
Masca, Garachico, La Orotava, a banana plantation and the national park’s volcanic landscapes.
Jeep safari in La Gomera
A shared day exploring Garajonay, villages, spectacular terrain and San Sebastián’s history.
Lanzarote’s fire and wines
Timanfaya, El Golfo, Los Hervideros, salt flats and La Geria’s vineyards independently.
La Graciosa with a private guide
Ferry, hiking through desert-like landscapes and a picnic facing a wild beach.
Kayaking along Papagayo
A shared activity to discover the coast from the sea, explore coves and enjoy the south’s clear waters.
Your trip day by day
Detailed itinerary10 days between Tenerife and Lanzarote
D01
Welcome to TenerifeArrival, welcome and check-in
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On arrival in Tenerife, our French-speaking representative welcomes you and assists with collecting your rental car.
Receive your travel documents and programme explanations, then drive to your hotel. Check in, with free time to enjoy the beach or pool or take a first stroll.
Overnight stay in Tenerife.
D02
Shared activity · rest of the day freeLos Gigantes and whale and dolphin watching
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After breakfast, drive to Los Gigantes and its spectacular cliffs.
Late in the morning, board a catamaran for approximately three hours at sea in search of pilot whales, dolphins and other marine species off Tenerife.
A stop in a cove allows lunch on board and swimming time before returning to port.
Free afternoon to explore the southern coast, discover a village or relax on a beach.
Included meals: lunch on board.
D03
Shared excursion with pick-upMasca, Garachico, La Orotava and Mount Teide
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A guided day discovering several of Tenerife’s iconic landscapes.
The route begins in the Teno massif and Masca village, before reaching Garachico, a former colonial port rebuilt after a volcanic eruption.
A banana plantation visit offers insight into local agriculture. Continue to La Orotava Valley, where a Canarian lunch with regional wines is planned.
The afternoon is devoted to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Teide National Park, with several stops in its volcanic landscapes.
Included meals: lunch.
D04
Shared ferry and Jeep safariAdventure in La Gomera
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Arranged transfer to Los Cristianos port, then ferry to La Gomera.
On arrival, set off by Jeep to explore the terrain, villages and lush landscapes of this unspoilt island. The day notably includes Garajonay National Park and San Sebastián, the capital linked to Christopher Columbus’s voyages.
Lunch included during the excursion, then return to Tenerife by ferry in the late afternoon.
Included meals: lunch.
D05
La Laguna · inter-island flight · new carFrom Tenerife to Lanzarote
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Free morning to discover Santa Cruz de Tenerife or San Cristóbal de La Laguna, the former capital listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
According to your flight schedule, return your rental car at the airport, then fly to Lanzarote.
On arrival, our local representative welcomes you, with collection of your new rental car and documents for the second part of your trip.
Drive to your accommodation, with the rest of the day free.
D06
Independent dayNorthern Lanzarote and the world of César Manrique
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A day devoted to independent discovery of northern Lanzarote.
Start with the Cactus Garden in Guatiza, then visit Cueva de los Verdes, an immense volcanic tunnel formed by the eruption of the Corona volcano.
Continue to Jameos del Agua, where César Manrique transformed part of the volcanic tube into a unique artistic and cultural complex.
Finish at Mirador del Río, perched above the cliffs with spectacular views of La Graciosa and the Chinijo archipelago.
D07
Shared kayaking · free afternoonKayaking and Papagayo’s beaches
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Drive to Playa Blanca for a kayaking activity along Papagayo’s coast.
Accompanied by an instructor, paddle in clear waters, follow the beaches and discover coves or small sea caves according to conditions.
The afternoon remains free to enjoy Papagayo’s beaches, have lunch facing the ocean or continue exploring southern Lanzarote.
D08
Private guide · ferry · hikingEscape to La Graciosa
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Meet your guide, then drive to Órzola in northern Lanzarote to board the ferry to La Graciosa.
This small island with no paved roads is explored on foot among desert-like landscapes, volcanic cones and wild beaches.
Guided hike adapted to participants’ ability, then a seaside picnic and free time to enjoy the beach.
Return to Lanzarote in the late afternoon.
Included meals: picnic.
D09
Independent day · suggested itineraryTeguise, Timanfaya and La Geria’s vineyards
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The order of the trip is adjusted so this day can coincide with the Sunday market in Teguise, Lanzarote’s former capital.
After the market, drive to the volcanic south: Janubio salt flats, Los Hervideros cliffs, El Golfo’s green lagoon and Timanfaya National Park.
The day ends in La Geria, where vines grow in volcanic ash. A tasting can be arranged at a local winery according to your schedule.
D10
End of the combinationFinal moments in Lanzarote and departure
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Depending on your flight time, enjoy some final free time in Lanzarote.
Drive to the airport, return the rental car and complete departure formalities.
End of your self-drive tour through Tenerife, La Gomera, Lanzarote and La Graciosa.
What your trip includes
Inclusions & exclusionscomplete arrangements while keeping your freedom
The trip includes
- Accommodation with breakfast in Tenerife and Lanzarote, in the chosen category.
- Rental car with insurance in Tenerife and Lanzarote, according to the conditions specified in the quote.
- Airport welcome or assistance on each island.
- Whale and dolphin watching cruise with lunch.
- Shared Tenerife excursion with guide and lunch.
- Jeep safari in La Gomera with ferry and lunch.
- Inter-island flight between Tenerife and Lanzarote.
- Kayaking activity with instruction.
- Private walking excursion in La Graciosa with guide, ferry and picnic.
- Admission to Lanzarote sites expressly included in the programme.
- Travel documents, suggested itinerary and local Lanzatour assistance.
The trip does not include
- International or domestic flights to the Canary Islands and from Lanzarote.
- Meals and drinks not expressly mentioned in the programme or final quote.
- Travel insurance, which is mandatory.
- Fuel, parking and any vehicle-related fees.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Any service not mentioned in the included services.
TravellersPrivate self-drive tour designed for 2 to 6 people travelling together.
LanguagesWelcome arrangements and activities available in French, Spanish or English according to services.
AccommodationCategory and meal plan selected according to your budget and travel style.
ArrangementsThe order of days may be adapted to flights, ferries, markets, availability and weather conditions.
Would you like to combine several islands independently?
Let’s request your programmetailored to your dates and pace
Tell us your dates, number of travellers, accommodation category and activities that interest you. We will check flights, ferries, cars and availability before creating your personalised proposal.