Gran Canaria Tour with Tour2B: Past & Present in Las Palmas

Gran Canaria, part of Spain’s Canary Islands archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa, is frequently celebrated for its golden beaches and year-round mild climate. But Tour2B’s Gran Canaria tour: pasado y presente invites travelers to widen the lens, uncovering the island’s rugged interior, cultural roots, and protected natural landscapes. Based in Las Palmas, the island’s bustling capital, Tour2B offers an immersive guided journey that stretches beyond typical seaside escapes into a terrain both ancient and animated by contemporary life.

This day trip is a multifaceted walk through time and terrain. Participants meet a local expert who weaves rich narratives from Gran Canaria's pre-Hispanic origins through to its present-day socio-environmental challenges. The route takes you away from crowds to protected natural areas featuring volcanic rock formations and endemic flora such as the Dragon Tree and Canarian pine. The trail passes through iconic villages that preserve traditional Canarian architecture and reveal island customs still alive through local markets and families.

Taste local products—artisan cheeses, honey, and wines—that ground this cultural heritage in tangible experience. The guide’s recounting of myths and legends, along with historical anecdotes, deepen the connection to the land’s layered past. This intimate setting separates Tour2B from larger, more commercial tours, offering an authentic glimpse into Gran Canaria’s unique blend of natural beauty and human history.

For travelers drawn to active learning, sweeping vistas, and off-the-beaten-path encounters, this tour ranks as a standout adventure in the Canary Islands. It makes Gran Canaria not only a destination for beachgoers but a compelling destination for those seeking meaningful connection to place.