We are a travel agency specialized in guided and self guided walking and cycling holidays.
Few people know that Lanzarote is a fantastic place for mountainbiking. Endless single trails descend and climb along volcanic mountains, canyons, lavastreams and abrupt cliffs. This tour of 8 days (6 cycling days) is for experienced mountainbikers with a good physical condition. If you are looking for something completely different, mountain biking on Lanzarote will not dissappoint!
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Day 1 ArrivalArrival at the airport. Our transfer service will take you to your hotel in Puerto del Carmen. Before dinner, you have a meeting with our local guide who will explain the route and give you the maps, GPS and all the information you need for the trip. Time to explore the town of Puerto del Carmen. Accommodation in Puerto del Carmen.
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Day 2 Puerto del Carmen - Orzola64.0 kmAlthough today’s route does not have a lot of climbing, The many technical sections ill slow our pace down. After we have crossed the most populated area of the island, including the capital Arrecife, we ride through deserted landscape along some fun and flowy trails. We will cross towns as beautiful as Guatiza, Arrieta or Punta Mujeres and we will get our first experience biking over the hardened lava of the northern volcano of La Corona. The beauty of the outlandish landscape and stunning views make up for today's efforts. Accommodation in Orzola. Distance: 64 km Positive gain: 350m
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Day 3 The island of La Graciosa30.0 kmAfter yesterday’s long ride, we are going to have a relaxing day on the island of La Graciosa, a unique place that you have to see before you leave Lanzarote. Forget about the world and cycle in the marvelous and bizarre landscape of this small but wonderfully calm and beautiful island with its amazing beaches. A short stage, perfect to prepare for the days to come, enjoy the excellent local cuisine and the beach. Accommodation in La Graciosa (breakfast not included). Distance: 30 km Positive gain: 330m
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Day 4 Orzola - Famara50.0 kmThis is the alpine stage of the Vulcan Tour. Today we are going to cycle through the highest area of the island. Although the highest point in Lanzarote is only 700 meters high, we will be climbing double that amount to get to the top. The continuous up and down along superb singletrails through stunning volcanic lansdscape make this an unforgettable day. Accommodation in Famara. Distance: 50 km Positive gain: 1400m
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Day 5 Famara – Yaiza42.0 kmToday we will be biking over the hardened lavastreams of the impressive Timanfaya National Park. Nowhere on earth except Hawaii are we able to have a similar experience. After the unique experience of cycling through “lava hell", we will arrive at the pretty town of Yaiza, where we will spend the night. Distance: 42 km Positive gain: 600m
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Day 6 Yaiza - Playa Blanca39.0 kmToday we will be cycling for the most part on tarmac but the landscape is so spectacular, it would be a sin not to visit this area. We will be cycling along the “Gulf”, the “Charco Verde” and the coast of Los Hervideros, a natural spectacle , unique in the world. Distance: 39 km Positive gain: 270m
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Day 7 Playa Blanca – Puerto del Carmen35.0 kmWelcome to the wonderful world of Los Ajaches. Today’s stage is short but intense. To finish the Vulcan Tour, what better than a day in the most inhospitable and wild terrain of the whole island, and without a doubt the best terrain for mountain biking. Distance: 35 km Positive gain: 700m
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Day 8 DepartureEnd of the journey and time to say goodbye. Our free transfer service will take you to the airport.
All year round
Selfguided price
The price includes:
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Welcome briefing with an english speaking guide
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7 nights accommodation
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6 x breakfast
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Transfers as described in the programm
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24h phone number in case of emergency
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GPS with all the tracks
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Ferry to the island of La Graciosa
The price does not include:
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Hotels tourist tax
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Flights
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Extra drinks
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Rental bike
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Picnic/lunch
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dinner
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breakfast in la Graciosa
Guided price
The price includes:
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Welcome briefing with an english speaking guide
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7 nights accommodation
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6 x breakfast
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Transfers as described in the programm
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Ferry to the island of La Graciosa
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24h phone number in case of emergency
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GPS with all the tracks
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professional guide
The price does not include:
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Hotels tourist tax
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Flights
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Extra drinks
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Rental bike
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Picnic/lunch
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dinner
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breakfast in La Graciosa
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
TECHNIQUE and SKILLS LEVELS
This all mountain-tour is for experienced mountainbikers with a good physical condition. You should be comfortable on technical trails (both up and downhill) and long days on your bike. If this is not you, we recommend you join our classic VulcanTour in 6 cycling days (less kms, less climbing).
PHYSIQUE
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Level: Medium - Hard
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Total distance: 260km
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Total climbing: 3650m
You need to be in good shape and have experience on technical trails to do this tour.
Alternatively, you can do this tour with an e-bike but even then this is a challenge!
EQUIPMENT
- a decent mountainbike, full suspension will make the technical parcours easier
- E-bike is not prohibited (on the contrary)
- minimum travel 110 mm
- tires with sturdy flanks and sturdy studs
- helmet
DETAILS OF THE PROGRAMME
Guided and self-guided tours are available all year round
Groups from 2 to 14