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I had the best week with Contiki! It was my first time booking with Contiki and I was impressed with the organisation and flow of the trip - there was no request too big for the staff as they were brilliant. The accommodation was spotless and the food was incredible. The drivers were fabulous and kept the long coach journey entertaining! Best week ever!

Beautiful hikes across Gran Canaria. I enjoyed the towns we visited and the landscape was outstanding. Our group leader David shared information well and had lots of history/tidbits about where we were. I also enjoyed all our group members, it was a fun adventure.

I had an absolute amazing time all the group members were lovely and it was so nice to have the opportunity to meet new people. Both Tomasz the bus driver and Nicole the tour leader were amazing and made sure we got to each location safely. Nicole had so much knowledge and was able to guide us in were to visit or help us with any questions. I would definitely recommend doing a top deck tour

I had a brilliant winter walking holiday in La Gomera — fab scenery, great routes, and nice meals in the evenings. Swimming in the Atlantic after a January walk felt pretty special! This was my first trip with Explore and I was really impressed. From booking to the end of the holiday. The group (16 of us) was lovely and our leader, Roccío, was outstanding — friendly, organised, looked after everyone, spoke impeccable English and was good fun! Explore, she's a keeper! I also liked that meals weren’t included but we often chose to eat together, with the freedom to order what we wanted. For swimmers, you can walk to the beach for a swim in the Atlantic after a walk. Hotel Torre del Conde in La Gomera was good — I upgraded to a quieter park-view room which was worth it. Some have questioned the return to Tenerife the day before the end of the holiday- without it we wouldn't have had the walk in the foothills of Mount Teide foothills which I thought was spectacular! The final night hotel in Tenerife at the Grand Muthu Golf was the only downside, ostentatious lobby and self awarded 5 stars but poor rooms and I'd rate it a 2 star given that the La Gomera hotel was a 3 star and so much better. Explore, you need to look for alternatives? My room was pretty rough and in need of significant TLC, but it was just one night, we didn't arrive until 7 for a quick turnaround, dinner, bar, bed. And I had a swim in the pool pre breakfast and the breakfast itself was fine. Overall, a fabulous, much-needed sunshine walking break. I’d definitely travel with Explore again!

Excellent but challenging hiking tour of Gran Canaria. Never expected such beauty. We were lucky to have excellent weather throughout the trip and the island had heavy rain in the fall making for an unusually green landscape. The six hikes were each a bit different as far as terrain and environment and all were wonderful. Our tour leader was very knowledgeable and experienced and always attentive. David was very organized and clear. As per the itinerary, we covered a lot of ground, averaging over 8 miles each day. Elevation gains and losses were significant so could be a struggle if one isn’t in good shape. The paths frequently had loose cobble, rough surfaces and slippery spots so one had to pay attention at all times. We had a great group and everyone seemed to get along very well making this one of my favorite Explore trips. I look forward to going to others of the Canary Islands.

The trip was a great way the see europe and what it has the offer. The trip leader and driver were amazing. Nothing was a issue and they made sure we had the best time. Thank you Virginia and Mehia