Volcanos and Wine
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Port
Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canarias, Spain
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$90
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Depart from the pier on a picturesque drive south, passing through vineyards, pine forests and a rugged landscape that reveals La Palma's volcanic past.
Near the town of Fuencaliente, you'll stop at the San Antonio volcano, which last erupted in the late 1600s. From the crater's rim, you'll also have a fine view of the more recently active Teneguia volcano and Fuencaliente, which means “hot spring.” It's now really a misnomer because the nearby spring that inspired the town's name has long since been destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
Because of the thick layer of volcanic ash and lava, the soil here is excellent for growing grapes --particularly the Malvasia grape. The grapes grown here are typically allowed to become over-ripe to increase their sugar content, which produces a distinctly flavorful, sweet wine.
At the Bodegas Teneguia, the island's largest wine producer, or at Carballo Wine Cellars you'll enjoy a sampling of some local vintages. The wines in this region are revered for being powerful, aromatic, and saturated in fruits.
The southern part of La Palma is also known for its fine pottery, which you'll see at El Molino, a pottery center in the village of Mazo. Housed in an old windmill, El Molino features a ceramics museum and workshop where the artisans make pottery similar to that made by the original inhabitants of the island.
At the conclusion of your visit, you'll transfer directly back to the pier.
Please note: Tour includes approximately two hours of moderate walking/standing and there are some uneven ground and cobblestone surfaces to negotiate. Not suitable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Tour does not operate on Sundays.