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A car route with curves and temperature changes does not seem, a priori, very attractive. But everything changes when this route is followed. From the capital to a valley whose name could not be more accurate, Vallehermoso [Beautiful Valley], this is the essence of La Gomera. Endless palm groves, a dense laurel forest of the Tertiary worthy of the best fairy tale, impressive basins leading to villages of typical architecture comprising stone and red tiles, as well as bathing areas for a necessary dip, make the northeast of the island an excursion to highlight.

La Palma is a visual treat characterised by lush greenness. As confirmation, all you have to do take this car trip from the port of Tazacorte, in the west, to the capital, crossing the northern slopes of the island. Although bends are inevitable, driving up to Roque de los Muchachos and enjoying the views of the Atlantic on the descent to Santa Cruz is priceless. The excursion can also be undertaken in the opposite direction, going towards the west of the island to end up in Tazacorte.

The metropolitan area of Tenerife surprises one with its contrasts. Architectural jewels and historical sites coexist with ancient laurel forests, fishing villages, a world-class port, shopping areas, beaches, cathedrals and areas of pure volcanoes. Departing from La Laguna, the only World Heritage City in the Canary Islands, this route by car climbs first to Anaga, one of the oldest geological areas of the island, sprinkled with charming hamlets and the magic of the laurel forest and its endemic species, all values deserving the excursion.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria welcomed Queen Elizabeth II and her floating palace, the Royal Yacht Britannia, on numerous occasions

Both in its history and in its present, Puerto de la Cruz encompasses numerous contributions from the British community.

Rarely do you get to embark on a driving tour like this. The south of Lanzarote is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive and beautiful places in the Canary Islands. The typical white houses contrast with the volcanic spectacle, which justifies any ticket to the island and demonstrates the inner strength of the earth in the form of fire mountains. The option of camel trekking, the palette of reds to blacks, a dream lake and golden beaches are well worth at least a day out of every life.

El Hierro surprises you with its microclimates, conservation and attachment to traditions. In half a day this route through the north of El Hierro proves that it’s an ideal island of rest. After leaving Valverde, the main shopping area, the first stop is at the viewpoint of Jinama, with views of the valley of El Golfo, which demand that you take out your camera. Soon, the vehicle enters the laurel forest and descends to the town of La Frontera.

Traveling through the southwest of Tenerife to Masca is a rich experience of sun, beaches, harbors and beautiful landscapes to an already mythical hamlet. From Costa Adeje, a renowned tourist spot, Puerto Santiago is the first stop of this car route. This is a charming town that has managed to combine a wide range of accommodation with its roots linked to the sea. The award-winning La Arena Beach is the ideal place to swim and eat in its restaurants, something also recommended just over a kilometer away, in the oldest part.

The north Gran Canaria town of Arucas grew out of the farming boom in the Canary Islands in the years after their discovery. The town was rich thanks to cochineal bugs, used for red dye, and a later banana boom. Rebuilt as early as 1478 after a fire, it became a city at the end of the 19th Century. Its famous rum is named after its original guanche name Arehucas, and is still made today in a factory dating back to the 19th Century. It is open for visits.

Situated in the south of Tenerife and annexed to the Teide National Park, the pretty town of Vilaflor is a tranquil haven, surrounded by rural landscapes and pine trees as far as the eye can see. Its houses and streets speak of the history of this part of Tenerife and is a world away from the tourist resorts down by the coast. Its natural and cultural heritage invite you to spend a more relaxing hour or two here.