Pyramids of Guimar (Tour B)
Canary Islands & West Africa Excursions
- £41-50
- 4.5 hours
- Medium
TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS
From Santa Cruz, we will take a short drive in the direction of La Laguna in order to join the road to the Esperanza Forest. As we travel through the pine tree vegetation of the Esperanza Forest, we will catch tantalising glimpses of Mount Teide, before taking the Los Loros route to Guimar.
From Santa Cruz, we will take a short drive in the direction of La Laguna in order to join the road to the Esperanza Forest. As we travel through the pine tree vegetation of the Esperanza Forest, we will catch tantalising glimpses of Mount Teide, before taking the Los Loros route to Guimar. Here we will visit the Ethnographic Park, Pirámides de Güimar. In 1981, the famous Norwegian anthropologist Thor Heyerdahl began investigating the step pyramids in Güimar, which are similar to those found in Mexico, Peru and ancient Mesopotamia. The park will offer us the opportunity to view these fascinating monuments and hear about the theories surrounding their origin. Also within the park is the Casa Charcona Museum, which houses a cinema, cafeteria and gift shop. There is about 1 hour of leisurely walking around the park during this tour. This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs.
DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2008 CANARIES & MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES
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Snack or meal provided
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Refreshments available
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Free time
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Shopping opportunity
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Wheelchair access
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Swimming opportunity
All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.
