Lanzarote & Fuerteventura: 9-Day Dual Island Tour
An eastern Canary Islands journey: experience Manrique's architecture, volcanic parks, white sand dunes, and Lobos Island, connected by ferry.
Spend your first four nights on Lanzarote, split between the north and south, to explore volcanoes, lava caves, and volcanic vineyards. Then, take a 30-minute ferry to Corralejo to experience sand dunes, islet excursions, and surf villages before heading south. The pace is relaxed, blending island relaxation with cultural sightseeing. The rough road to Cofete Beach is not included; visiting it requires an extra day or a guided 4x4 tour.
The east coast can be very windy in summer, and the north coast experiences high waves in winter. Check sea conditions before swimming or taking boat trips.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrival & César Manrique Foundation
Lanzarote（César Manrique Foundation）
Pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to Tahíche (approx. 20 minutes), then continue to Costa Teguise (approx. 15 minutes).
Stay: Costa Teguise
Day 2 · Northern Lava Caves & Cliffs
Lanzarote（Jardín de Cactus、Jameos del Agua、Cueva de los Verdes、Mirador del Río）
Drive north along the northeast coastal highway (approx. 2 hours round-trip, with 10 to 30 minutes between stops).
Tickets for Cueva de los Verdes are not sold on-site and must be purchased online in advance.
Stay: Costa Teguise
Day 3 · Timanfaya National Park & Volcanic Vineyards
Lanzarote（Timanfaya National Park、La Geria）
Drive west to Timanfaya (approx. 40 minutes) and take the park's guided bus tour. Afterward, drive south through La Geria to Playa Blanca.
Timanfaya National Park requires timed-entry tickets purchased online. Secure your time slot before planning the rest of your day.
Stay: Playa Blanca
Day 4 · The West Coast & Papagayo
Lanzarote（Salinas de Janubio、Los Hervideros、Charco de los Clicos (El Golfo)、Papagayo Beaches）
Drive north to the salt flats, sea cliffs, and El Golfo green lagoon (approx. 30 minutes), then return via dirt roads to Papagayo Beach.
The road to Papagayo is unpaved and requires an entry fee. Bring plenty of water and sun protection.
Stay: Playa Blanca
Day 5 · Ferry to Corralejo
Lanzarote（Playa Blanca & Marina Rubicón） → Fuerteventura（Corralejo）
Return your rental car at Playa Blanca and take a 30-minute ferry to Corralejo, then walk to your accommodation.
Confirm in writing whether your rental car is allowed on the ferry. The most common practice is to rent separate cars on each island.
Stay: Corralejo
Day 6 · Lobos Island & White Sand Dunes
Fuerteventura（Isla de Lobos、Corralejo Dunes Natural Park）
Take a short boat ride (approx. 15–20 minutes) from the harbor to Lobos Island for a half-day trip. In the afternoon, take a taxi or rental car to the Dunes Natural Park.
Daily visitor numbers to Lobos Island are restricted. Book your boat ticket and confirm your permit in advance. There are no shops and very little shade on the island.
Stay: Corralejo
Day 7 · Northern Volcanoes & Surf Villages
Fuerteventura（Calderón Hondo、Lajares、El Cotillo & Lagos）
Rent a car in Corralejo and drive west to explore the volcanic craters and Lajares, continuing to El Cotillo (approx. 30 minutes).
The lagoons are best visited at low tide. Stay for a beautiful sunset in the evening.
Stay: Corralejo
Day 8 · Inland Historic Towns & Sea Caves
Fuerteventura（Mirador de Morro Velosa、Betancuria、Caves of Ajuy）
Drive south along the FV-10 to Betancuria (approx. 1 hour), continue to Ajuy, and then transfer to Costa Calma (approx. 1 hour).
Stay: Costa Calma
Day 9 · Sotavento Beach & Departure
Fuerteventura（Sotavento Beach）
Spend the morning at Sotavento Beach. In the afternoon, drive north along the FV-2 to the airport (approx. 1 hour) and return your rental car.
The beach can be very windy. Be sure to allow plenty of time for car return.