Excursion Charming towns of arucas & teror (wheelchair accessible) tour at Las Palmas
Cruise line: SilverseaDifficulty:
This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and is specially designed for guests who utilise a wheelchair or a scooter.
Discover two of the most picturesque villages on Gran Canaria during this bespoke, half-day sightseeing excursion that is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arucas, San Juan Bautista Church, Old Town Centre, Free Time
Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the beautiful village of Arucas, which is surrounded by banana trees and has a charming, Old Town centre full of cafes and small shops. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of the village. Along the way, a brief stop is made at the impressive Gothic Revival Church of San Juan Bautista. Following your tour, some free time is made available for independent shopping and exploration. Afterward, re-board your coach and head to the mountain village of Teror.
Teror, Old Town, Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pino, La Virgen del Pino Statue, Free Time
Teror is renowned as the spiritual heart for the entire population of Gran Canaria. During your guided walking tour of the Old Town, marvel at the characteristic Colonial architecture and Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pino with its statue of La Virgen del Pino, the patron saint of the whole Diocese of the Canary Islands. Learn the why the locals are so devoted, and so many of them make the pilgrimage during the festivities held in her honour. Following your tour, some free time is made available for shopping and independent exploration. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arucas, San Juan Bautista Church, Old Town, Teror, Basilica of Nuestra Sen~ora del Pino, La Virgen del Pino Statue, Free Time
Note
Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.6 miles (about one kilometre), at times over uneven, natural, and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the adapted coach and at the sites visited. Walking in the villages of Arucas and Teror is at the discretion of each guest. An adapted coach is utilised on this tour, which makes it is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and Euros or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least ten years old to participate on this tour; minors under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.