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Multi-day journeys that fit together perfectly

Planning a multi-day motorcycle trip is hard. Which itineraries work well together? How do you avoid repeating roads? Where should you go to see the most points of interest?

These journeys solve that problem. Each one combines carefully selected daily itineraries that complement each other - no duplicate roads, no backtracking, maximum variety. Every journey has been designed as a complete experience, not just a bundle of random days.

Looking for single-day rides instead? Check out our individual itineraries.

No duplicates

Each itinerary in a journey has been chosen considering all others. You'll see the best roads and places without repetition.

Day-to-day flow

Journeys are designed so each day ends where the next begins. Logical progression, no wasted time repositioning.

Decision-free

Stop researching and comparing. These journeys represent the best combinations I've found after years of riding this island.

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Journey of Gran Canaria in 3 Days

3 Days 3 Itineraries $34.90
Included Points of Interest

Roque Nublo

Volcanic rock formation 80 meters high at 1813 meters above sea level. Third highest point on the island, emblematic symbol. Rural park with spectacular hiking trails.

Latitude: 27.99 Longitude: 27.99

Saint Lucia

Municipality in the south-east of the island with 68,506 inhabitants. Located in mountainous area 27 km from Las Palmas. It includes coastal towns such as Cruce di Sardina and Vecindario. Agricultural area with panoramic views.

Latitude: 27.9122 Longitude: 27.9122

Mirador of Las Dunas

Viewpoint in the Maspalomas area with views of sand dunes and desert landscape. Accessible from Maspalomas with panoramic views of the southern tourist area.

Latitude: 27.7449 Longitude: 27.7449

Puerto de Mogan

Picturesque fishing village on the southwest coast with marina. Nicknamed 'Venice of the Canaries' for the canals that connect the port to the beach. Restaurants and bars along the waterfront.

Latitude: 27.8173 Longitude: 27.8173

Tufia

Small town in the municipality of Agaete on the northwest coast. Coastal area with traditional character and wild seascape.

Latitude: 28.065 Longitude: 28.065

Mirador of La Orilla

Viewpoint located in San Bartolomé de Tirajana with spectacular views of Barranco de Tirajana and Santa Lucia. Peaceful atmosphere surrounded by nature with ideal for photography.

Latitude: 27.9238 Longitude: 27.9238

Tejeda

Small mountain town in the center of the island at about 1270 meters. Gateway to two main geographical symbols of the island: the Roque Nublo and the Roque Bentayga. Area of pine trees and rugged landscapes.

Latitude: 27.9944 Longitude: 27.9944

Cruz de Tejeda

Spectacular mountain pass at 1560 meters above sea level in the heart of the island. It offers panoramic views of cliffs, ravines, and the ocean. Ideal location for hiking with 360 degree views of the wilderness.

Latitude: 28.0078 Longitude: 28.0078

Pico de las Nieves

Highest peak in Gran Canaria at 1949 meters. Stratovolcano with slopes full of Canarian pines. Viewpoint with 360 degree views of the entire island from the highest point.

Latitude: 27.9619 Longitude: 27.9619

Arucas

Municipality in the north of the island 9 km from Las Palmas with 36,852 inhabitants. An important urban center with history and cultural heritage. Located on the north coast with easy access from the capital.

Latitude: 28.1188 Longitude: 28.1188

Church of San Juan Bautista

Historic churches located in the municipality of Arucas. An important religious structure of Canarian architecture. Site of cultural and religious interest in the north of the island.

Latitude: 28.1188 Longitude: 28.1188

Frigas

Small town hall in the north of the island known as the balcony of the Atlantic for views of the north coast. Green and rural area with bottled water production. Peaceful mountain landscape.

Latitude: 28.1056 Longitude: 28.1056

Artenara

The highest municipality with the fewest inhabitants in Gran Canaria, at 1270 meters. It offers spectacular perspectives on pine forests, coastline and numerous ravines. Natural balcony with extraordinary panoramic views.

Latitude: 28.0201 Longitude: 28.0201

Astronomical Mirador of Pinos

Excellent balcony to the northern sky located in Montañón Negro. It offers a clear view of northern constellations with little light contamination. Ideal location for astronomical observation of the night sky.

Latitude: 28.05 Longitude: 28.05

Basilica of the Virgin of the Pine

The most important religious building in Teror built in 1767. Eclectic baroque-neoclassical style with elements of Canarian architecture. It contains an image of the Virgin of the Pine, venerated as the patron saint of the island.

Latitude: 28.0595 Longitude: 28.0595

Mirador of Artenara

Viewpoint in the municipality of Artenara with spectacular views of mountains, pine forests and wild landscapes. Ideal for photography and for observing the mountain landscape of the interior of the island.

Latitude: 28.021 Longitude: 28.021

Teror

Characteristic municipality in the north of the island known for the Basilica of the Virgin of the Pine, patron saint of the diocese of the Canary Islands. Colonial old town with beautiful plazas, traditional architecture and cozy atmosphere.

Latitude: 28.0595 Longitude: 28.0595

Port of las Nieves

Fishing village on the northwest coast with ferry port to Tenerife. Maritime facilities with daily connections. Characteristic coastal center with traditional architecture.

Latitude: 28.1017 Longitude: 28.1017

Agaete

Municipality on the northwest coast with 5558 inhabitants. One of the first settlements on the island with archaeological remains. Main port for ferries to Tenerife with a seafaring character.

Latitude: 28.07 Longitude: 28.07

Los Azulejos by Veneguera

Geological wonder with colorful layers of minerals on the mountain terrain. Spectacular rock formation with bright colors due to different minerals. A hiking destination with unforgettable landscapes.

Latitude: 27.88 Longitude: 27.88

La Aldea Beach

Remote beach on the west coast of the island in the municipality of La Aldea de San Nicolás. Wild landscape with little tourist development. Access point to the Atlantic wilderness.

Latitude: 27.95 Longitude: 27.95

Mirador del Balcón

Spectacular viewpoint renovated in 2021 with modern boardwalk surrounded by glass over the west coast. Dizzying views of the wild cliffs. On clear days the El Teide volcano is visible.

Latitude: 27.9 Longitude: 27.9

Gallery

Itinerary Alt text GC-65: Farmland valley before Vecindario GC 600: a series of curves and hairpin turns winding through coniferous trees GC 600: a scenic overlook past Roque Nublo where the view stretches all the way to the ocean GC 600: Aerial view of Ayacata GC 600: How the vegetation changes rapidly just a couple of turns away GC 600: Presa de los Hornos GC-65: Church of Saint Lucy GC-65: End of the road before Vecindario GC-65: View near the Mirador El Guriete GC-65: Passage between two rocks GC-65: Intersection for Casas Blancas GC 60: A close-up view of the variety of flowers, shrubs, and plant species on a lava flow crossed by the road GC 150: Close-up of curves and vegetation GC 150: one of the many breathtaking views along this road GC-60 View of the road just before San Bartolomé de Tirajana GC-60 Valley between Fataga and San Bartolomé de Tirajana GC 60: the crest of the hill from which the view suddenly opens up to Tenerife’s Mount Teide GC 60: close-up of curves and vegetation in the northernmost section of the road GC 15: Close-up of curves and vegetation below Cruz de Tejeda 1 GC 15: Close-up of curves and vegetation below Cruz de Tejeda 1 GC 15: a series of turns at the end of the road GC 15: Winding Road and Panoramic Views GC-130 View of the climb Mirador Astronómico de Pinos de Gáldar: A View of Tenerife GC 21: close-up of the vegetation in the northernmost, low-altitude area near Teror GC 21: a hairpin turn in the middle of the forest, near the Galdar Astronomical Observatory GC 21: Detail of the passage between two earthen walls GC-21: A lava flow, as the vegetation transitions from shrubs to trees GC-21: a stretch of road that runs along the mountain before reaching Artenara GC 210: a glimpse of the winding roads and the valley between Artenara and Tejeda GC 210: a long stretch that runs along the side of a mountain, through barren landscapes and offering views of long valleys GC 210: colorful rocks, winding roads, and sweeping views GC 210: a series of breathtaking curves and scenic valleys GC 210: Intersection with GC 218 GC 210: a switchback that winds around a mountain outcrop Mirador de Las Dunas GC-200: Vegetation and switchbacks on the climb from La Aldea GC-200: A very long, flat but winding stretch before Mogan GC-200: Road with a view of Puerto de Las Nieves GC-200: Barren vegetation before Mogan GC-200: A cliff overlooking the sea, with the Dragon's Tail in the background