Visit Interesting Places in Tenerife During Winter Holidays

by Daisy Wilkinson Travel Guides

Tenerife is the largest of the seven Canary Islands of Spain visited by over 5 million tourists from different parts of the world annually. You'll find many all-inclusive resorts and charming sandy beaches while exploring this Spanish island, which would give you some memorable moments to cherish during your winter holiday. Upon moving away from all those resorts and beaches, you can go further inland and discover some enchanting natural surroundings. During your time spent on this island destination, you'll have several attractions worth exploring.

Among the popular places you can explore during your cheap holidays to Tenerife is Teide National Park. It houses the highest peak in Spain called Mount Teide. Teide National Park has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and is home to ancient calderas, volcanic peaks, and lava fields. While visiting this park, you'll also get to witness some unique natural landscapes. You can also choose to take a ride in one of the cable cars to Mount Teide's summit. Upon getting to the top of this mountain, you'll be able to enjoy some mesmerising views of Tenerife and its surrounding islands.

While holidaying on this gorgeous Spanish island, you can make a trip to the Masca Valley. This enchanting gorge would instantly delight your senses with its backdrop of rich natural beauty, which makes for an ideal setting to enjoy hiking. You'll also get to visit the 'lost village' during your hiking expedition, which is located at the edge of this gorge. The road that leads to this spot is a steep and serpentine one, but it allows you to savour the spectacular views of the valley. Once you reach the village, you can set off on a 4.5-kilometre trail that gives you the chance to explore the black-sand beaches, lagoons, and hidden caves.

Don't miss the charming beaches during your winter holidays spent in Tenerife. Among them is a golden-sand beach called Las Vistas, which has become a favourite of many tourists. One of the reasons for its growing popularity is the range of facilities offered by the authorities, such as umbrellas and lounge chairs. During your visit to this beach, you can go swimming in the waters touching this beach. You can also taste the local delicacies and some soothing drinks in one of the restaurants and bars nearby. Boat trips and scuba diving tours are some of the other activities that you can indulge in while visiting this beach.

Your winter holiday on the island of Tenerife would give you some unforgettable moments to cherish while exploring the majestic Anaga Mountains. Formed more than 7 million years ago owing to some violent volcanic eruptions in the region, this visually-appealing mountain range is one of the preferred spots on the island for hiking. Every year, many hikers arrive from various parts of the world to enjoy a memorable hiking experience on this mountain range. You can book one of such tours with any of the reliable local operators. They also provide trips or guided walks to the small villages in this region.