Arrecife (Lanzarote), Canary Islands Gourmet Tour - Authentic Flavors Of The Volcanic Island Excursion

Gourmet Tour - Authentic Flavors Of The Volcanic Island

DETAILS

4
hrs Estimate Duration
Meal

OVERVIEW

Browse an avant-garde home built atop an old lava field and sample wines whose terroir reflects the island’s volcanic soil. Now a museum, the breathtaking Volcano House was once the residence of the late Arrecife-born artist César Manrique. It was built within a series of natural volcanic bubbles interconnected by tunnels excavated in the hardened lava. Chances are, you haven’t seen anything like this unusual home, which exemplifies Manrique’s vision of architecture being in harmony with the natural environment. His paintings and pieces by other Spanish masters such as Picasso and Miró on displayed throughout the property. Manrique also left his mark on the winery El Grifo, as he designed the distinct griffin logo on the wine labels. The sommelier will guide you through the winery – the oldest on the island – and describe the characteristics of the wines for your tasting. They will likely include a white produced from the Malvasía volcanic grape, the most cultivated grape on Lanzarote.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the aptly named Volcano House, an extraordinary home built within an old lava field.
• Gain insight into the artist that built the home in harmony with the harsh, natural setting.
• Enjoy a sampling of wines at the oldest winery on Lanzarote.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: Coaches do not have a lift and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. This tour includes approximately 3 hours of walking and standing over even, and uneven volcanic stone pavement as well as a few steps and stairs to negotiate. The sights on this tour are not wheelchair accessible; therefore, it is unavailable to wheelchair guests. Any allergies must be noted when booking the tour. The winery and the museum are not wheelchair accessible. As this excursion involves standing and walking for periods of time over even, and uneven volcanic stone pavement as well as a few steps and stairs to negotiate for approximately 3 hours, those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, flat walking shoes are suggested.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Local Food-Wine Tasting

Activity Level:

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Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

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Gourmet Tour - Authentic Flavors Of The Volcanic Island