Mirador de Haria

Explore the diverse landscapes of Lanzarote on a full-day bus tour of the island and compare the north and south. Get pick-up from your hotel in Playa Blanca, Arrecife, Puerto de Carmen, or Costa Teguise and journey to Timanfaya National Park to see the lunar landscapes formed by the last eruptions of the 18th century. Witness the geothermal activity that provides heat for the island. Then, follow the route of volcanoes as you head south and cross the area bordering Timanfaya and the protected landscape of La Geria. Stop at El Golfo, known for its spectacularly green lake. Finally, visit Jameos del Agua, a series of lava caves with an underground auditorium, restaurant, and salt lake. See nature and mankind come together in this space created by César Manrique. Admire the subterranean gardens, blind albino crabs, and the fascinating museum of La Casa de Los Volcanes. After appreciating artistic creation in harmony with the environment at the volcanic caves, it’s time to go back to Lanzarote.

Join us for a unique, free walking tour through the beautiful town of Haria, known as the green oasis of Lanzarote. Meet your guide in front of the Town Hall Square, where we will begin our exploration of the most emblematic town on the island. This charming location is not only rich in history and culture, but it is also the hometown of the renowned artist, César Manrique. As we stroll through the main streets, you’ll discover hidden gems of art and architecture, visiting local artists and experiencing firsthand the vibrant creativity of the area. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the famous house of César Manrique, where we’ll delve into the life and work of the artist who significantly shaped the island's cultural and natural landscape. Haria stands as an oasis in the midst of Lanzarote’s rocky, desert-like surroundings. Its green, lush scenery offers a striking contrast to the island’s volcanic landscape. During the tour, we’ll take the opportunity to sample some local food and taste the finest Malvasia volcanic wine inside a traditional Canary Island house, right in the heart of town. The tour offers a relaxing and engaging walk where you’ll learn not only about the local art scene but also the natural beauty and architectural heritage that makes Haria so special. By the end of the tour, you'll have a deeper appreciation for how César Manrique’s vision transformed this enchanting island.

We are starting at the excellent César Manrique Foundation in Tahíche a house built from the famous artis inside some volcanic babbles , then we are going to visit Lagomar museum , a unique house built inside the caves of a mountain in Nazaret, by the famous architect Soto. We are going then to visit The International Museum of Contemporary Art which is located in the 18th Century Castillo de San José in the capital city of Arrecife. where we have a collection of works by other 20th Century artists including Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró. The arty village of Yaiza in the southern part of the island is home to the Galería Yaiza, displaying diversified works of many different artists of the island. We are going to visit some interesting and very informative museums , such as the award-winning Agricultural Museum El Patio near Tiagua, or the Casa Museo del Campesino (Farmer’s Museum) in Mozaga as well as the curious International Miniatures Museum in Haría. Think of the whole island of Lanzarote as an art museum in itself – a unique, natural environment that Manrique used as a canvas to showcase his creative, innovative and artistic skills as sculptor, painter, architect and designer. If you are interested we can visit the house and the great library of the nobel Portuguese writer Saramago .