Full-day private tour of Tenerife: Teide and Masca Valley

Cover the whole island in a single day without splitting the route between tours

Grand Tour Tenerife is a full-day private tour for your party only, covering the island's major landmarks in 12 to 14 hours with a live guide in English or Spanish. You visit Teide National Park, drive the scenic Masca Road with stops at the valley and village, explore the rainforest, see the oldest Dragon Tree in the world, and end at Candelaria Basilica. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water and lunch at a local restaurant are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Teide National Park2h
2. Masca Valley2h

Full-day tour exploring Tenerife

• Visit Teide National Park
• Photo-stop at highest Atlantic cliffs
• Scenic drive along Masca Road
• Photo-stop at Masca village
• Lunch at local restaurant near Buenavista del Norte
• Visit local Pompeii, first island capital
• See oldest Dragon Tree in the world
• Explore wild rainforest area with short walks
• Visit Caribbean style beach
• Drive through Tenerife capital city
• Stop at Candelaria to see Basilica and Guanches monuments

The experience

How do you see the whole island in one day without renting a car or joining a crowded group? This tour covers Tenerife end to end on a single itinerary, starting from your hotel and returning there after 12 to 14 hours. Because it is private, the route and pace stay yours: the guide adjusts stops based on what interests you most, whether that is the volcanic landscape of Teide National Park, the dramatic cliffs of Masca Valley, or the quieter cultural sites in the north.

The day splits into two halves around a lunch stop in a local restaurant near Buenavista del Norte, where you rest in a quiet garden before the second part. Morning stops include Teide National Park (the must-see attraction), the highest cliffs of the Atlantic Ocean, the scenic Masca Road with several photo stops, and the village of Masca itself. After lunch, you explore the wildest part of the island (short walks through the rainforest with multiple stops), then see the oldest Dragon Tree in the world, visit the local Pompeii (the first capital), drive through the modern capital, and finish at Candelaria Basilica to see the monuments of the Guanches.

The guide speaks English or Spanish and travels with you throughout. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and bottled water is provided. Parking fees and fuel surcharge are covered, so there are no hidden costs once you book. Lunch is at your own expense, though the restaurant is arranged for you.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• hotel pickup and return.
• bottled water.
• lunch reservation at a local restaurant.
• parking fees and fuel surcharge.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by TENERIFE HOST

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see the whole island in one day without renting a car or joining a large group. The private format means the guide can adjust stops and pace to match your interests, and the 12 to 14 hour commitment covers enough ground that you do not need a second day to hit the major landmarks.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Teide National Park like, and how much time do we spend there?

Teide National Park is the must-see attraction on the island and home to Spain's highest peak. The tour includes several interesting stops within the park to take in the volcanic landscape and views, though the exact duration depends on how long you want to linger at each one.

Is the Masca Road drive as scenic as people say?

The Masca Road is extremely scenic, and the tour stops several times along the way so you can photograph the valley and the surrounding cliffs. You also stop at Masca village itself before heading to lunch.

How much walking is involved in the rainforest part?

The rainforest exploration includes short walks at multiple stops, not a long hike. It is designed to let you see the wildest part of the island without requiring serious hiking experience or fitness.

Can we skip any stops or spend more time at one place?

Yes. Because this is a private tour, the guide can adjust the itinerary based on what matters most to you. If you want to spend more time at Teide or skip a stop to rest, that is your choice.

Does the tour include meals?

Lunch at a local restaurant near Buenavista del Norte is arranged as part of the tour, but you pay for your meal there. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.