Private tour in Las palmas de gran canaria Marc L
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I am Marc Llorens, a specialized guide in history, wines and gastronomy, but before I was a journalist for over ten years. I love learning history and telling stories. That is why I took and completed Journalism studies at Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona in 2001. I also had the happy chance to spend one year at the University of Florence, Italy, and at the University of Monterrey, Mexico. These experiences ignited my passion for travel, other cultures, and other flavors. From that moment, I visited many countries and I finally found one small island that I immediately fell in love with — Gran Canaria. A small piece of land with a wide range of microclimates, unique autochthonous flora, breathtaking landscapes, an impressive history and heritage, high-end local products, and open-minded, friendly people. While I was working as a journalist in Gran Canaria, I became imbued with its history, culture, and food products. It was then I decided to apply for the Official Tourist Guide certificate, awarded by the Government of the Canary Islands. After getting the certificate in 2016, I started working for the most important tour operators, but I felt mass tours just couldn't offer the best personal experiences that I was willing to provide. So, it was during the pandemic that I had the time to stop, specialize in Gran Canaria wines, gastronomy, and local products (coffee, oil, salt, bananas, and cheese)… and I created Personal Tour, starting offering my private tailor-made tours to the very best hotels of Gran Canaria. Since then, dozens of couples and small groups have discovered the best of Gran Canaria through my customized private tours. I also work for journalists and local institutions like city councils or the Gran Canaria Tourism Department. Gran Canaria is full of hidden gems: experience and discover with me the best-kept secrets that this island has to offer!!! Degree in Journalism (UAB University) Official Tourist Guide certificate, awarded by the Government of the Canary Islands Gran Canaria Wine Specialized and Tourist Intermediary of The Gran Canaria Wine Route Associaction (Ruta del Vino de Gran Canaria) Science Politics (Florence University, Italy) Cinema Studies (ITESM Monterrey, Mexico) No restrictions.
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Begin your morning with an immersive journey into one of Gran Canaria’s most surprising treasures: its locally grown coffee. In the lush Agaete Valley, where a rare microclimate meets rich volcanic soil, coffee thrives at unusually low altitudes—producing beans that are sweeter, smoother, and more aromatic than most. Tour a working coffee plantation, where you’ll pick, peel, and taste beans right from the plant. Learn the full process—from harvesting and drying to roasting and grinding—while sampling fresh coffee in the very place it’s grown. This is not just a tasting—it’s an experience that will change the way you appreciate your daily cup. Before returning, enjoy a visit to the elegant town of Arucas, known for its stately architecture and the stunning San Juan Church, built from volcanic stone with a design reminiscent of Gaudí’s influence.
- Pick-up from your lodging/pier and go on route to the Agaete Valley plantation (a 45 minute drive from Las Palmas, 90 minutes from Maspalomas). - Enjoy a private walk among the coffee plants and discover of all their secrets. (30 minutes). - Enjoy a very special coffee. - Stop at Arucas to see the neo-gothic San Juan church, built with volcanic stone. Its towers are reminiscent of the Sagrada Familia. I will explain why, along with sharing some of the history of this city (25 minutes). - At last, we'll drive back to the original pick-up location (approx. 45 minutes). This itinerary could be customized upon request. Write me for any desired change or suggestion!
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Japanese SUV with leather seats, air-conditioned and panoramic sunroof up to 4 people. For larger groups please contact me and I'll send you a customized tour with a higher budget for a bigger vehicle such as a van or coach.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain
Your lodging, Airport, Cruise... If coming on a cruise, we could meet in front of Poema del Mar Aquarium (three minutes walking from the pier).
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