Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

Posted By : wingman13
We were picked up on time in Costa Teguise by the Amanda Bus. Arriving at Teguise market the bus parked very near an entrance road so access was easy. This market is huge with hundreds of stalls and the two hours allowed because of the days programme was only a taster; you need half or a full day. We met our courier and got aboard a bigger double decker Amanda Bus. The courier styled himself Amanda Radio. He gave us a commentary along the journey in at least 3 languages maybe four. Very impressive. The transalations came one after another and soon became a blur. He was full of energy with a good sense of humour.
Arriving at the port the boarding passes were soon sorted out, and we made our way up onto the top deck seats outside. The ferry trip was the highlight of the excursion; try it and see why.
On leaving the ferry and looking round you got the impression that you had just arrived in a rundown Mexican town from an old cowboy film ,scruffy and badly kept. Quaint it is not.
They get over 600000 visitors a year here so why were all the rubbish bins overflowing onto the ground round them. The public toilets would not even be suitable in a third world country. Ladies if you read this make sure you take all your toilet needs with you!! Without the ferry companies this place would be nothing .Why dont they pressure the island authorities to sort this out. Why dont the greedy cafe owners sort it out, or the local authority. With that amount of visitors there must be enough money.
The sit down meal was in another ferry moored down the jetty. There was plenty of paella, salad bowl and bread. Ample wines beer and soft drinks were dispensed by a very efficient and pleasant crew. First taste of paella, lovely.
At 4.20 we boarded the ferry back to Lanzarote, I dont think anyone was left behind.
On the way back we stopped and caught the small Costa Teguise Bus, and were back in the hotel by 6.00pm.
On the whole we would thoroughly recommend this trip. The courier was excellent, and the food freshly prepared and served. The buse were on time on all stages, and the ferry was great fun.
This company has got got it right and we felt safe with them Thanks guys.
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Posted On : 2024-05-30 11:47:51

Posted By : Fiona_H
An absolutely amazing experience. We were collected on time and after a few stops to collect others we spent 2 hours looking around the market and had something to eat. We then went on the ferry which gives fabulous views. We were given a short guided tour and chose to skip the included lunch for a meal on our own in one of the local restaurants before heading back to the ferry and then the bus back to our hotel. Every things was efficient, clean and on time. Our guide was very knowledgeable and good fun. Would highly recommend this tour to others. Such great value for money!!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-26 15:31:56

Posted By : Julia O
Could have done with more time to explore the market. I managed a swim on La Graciosa after the lunch, but there wasn't a long time there either. Lunch was on board an off duty ferry and consisted of salad, paella and fruit. I did message the company beforehand saying I needed gf food but that the proposed menu looked good. I didn't get a reply. Guide was fluent in 3 languages.
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Posted On : 2024-02-17 13:20:29

Posted By : Lornette_P
It was an enjoyable day out. The main benefit of the tour was it being organised for you and finding out a bit about the island, but don’t expect t loads of commentary and facts. Also, check the hotel pick up time. The confirmation says 10.30 but due to a review on here I called the tour operator to double check and found that the pick up time from my hotel was 9.40
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Posted On : 2024-01-09 03:37:30

Posted By : 764mariadelmard
I was pleasantly surprise with this trip to Teguise Market+La Graciosa and l'll always keep it in my heart.

Special thank you to the bus driver and ferry crew for a safe and relaxed trip while we enjoyed the breathtaking views of this marvellous island. The guide, Cyril, is a wonderful man, with great sense of humor, patience and looking after every single passenger. He created a pleasant atmosphere within the group and answered all of our questions with kindness. He added visual aids to keep us informed of the times we had to get back to the bus and made comments about curiosities of the island in Spanish, English and French.

The meal was served with their usual sparkle, amability and plenty of drinks. There was a choice of tomato pasta for the ones that didn't want paella.

Over all the staff made a fantastic job keeping into account they work under this heat and managing a large multilingual group of people.

The market is huge, busy and full of interesting things to buy and fresh juices and food to try. La Graciosa its beautiful with tranquil transparent waters to enjoy a moment of serenity or a drink with the locals. There is an art gift shop next the pharmacy where Dori, a lovely lady will surprise you with handmade eco jewellery.

I'd like to mention that booking the trip online was easy and straight forward and l didn't need to print anything as the ticket was sent to my email.

Please put on sunscreen before the start of the trip, protect your head from the sun and you'll be glad to wear a light cardigan while aboard the ferry as it can get chilly.

Keep this beautiful Island and the whole world clean by putting your rubbish in a bin, please.

Love Lanzarote.

Thank you Lanzarote Sea Tours!!

Maria del Mar

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Posted On : 2023-09-07 05:59:59

Posted By : rachelmafia
Highly recommended, the guide is very fun and professional.
We had a great time, the market is impressive.
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Posted On : 2023-08-21 04:40:07

Posted By : Claire S
We really enjoyed this day.
A big thank you to the guide Cyril, he was incredible, super funny which allows you to put a good mood and joy of life throughout this day.
Thanks also to the super nice driver Sébastien! 👍🏼
A superb day, which took place for 2 hours on the Teguise market, and then we hit the road again (with explanations from Cyril on what we could see on the road), we took the ferry towards the Graciosa.
We ate an excellent Paella with unlimited drinks. The team on board was very cool.
La Graciosa is a magnificent island! It will remain engraved in our memories.
Thank you again for this day!
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Posted On : 2023-08-20 16:18:03

Posted By : Amanda_M
great trip with value for money as transport to the market with time to browse. then transport to the ferry to the island with a lunch included
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Posted On : 2023-02-10 05:42:18

Posted By : Joan_B
The market was full of interesting and beautiful items.
Trip to island was so nice and calm in warm sunshine. The island is beautiful and peaceful with lovely restaurants and beautiful beaches.
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Posted On : 2023-02-08 13:52:17

Posted By : Malcolm_H
Excellent tour of Tequise Market followed by ferry trip to the lovely island of La Graciosa.Lunch was included and served on the ferry and was of very good quality.The guide was excellent,and i would certainly recommend this tour to fellow travellers
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Posted On : 2023-01-20 08:32:02