Spain Small Group Trips

La Gomera is a quiet and very scenic island. Walks were often challenging with quite a few steep and rocky downhill paths, but some of the scenery was stunning. Very knowledgeable and helpful guide.

This was a fabulous trip. La Gomera is very quiet compared to other islands in the Canaries. The walking is fabulous with great scenery but be prepared for a fair amount of downhill. We requested that the optional walk be reversed to be predominantly uphill and it was so much better. The hotel was very comfortable with good breakfasts. By choice, we ate out as a group each evening and ate well at a variety of restaurants very close to the hotel. Our tour leader, Raquel, was exceptionally good, as I have come to expect with Explore. This was my 16th trip with Explore and it was as good as always.

I very much enjoyed spending a week in November walking on this beautiful island. Some of the walking paths were steep and rocky, not the best maintained, but manageable. It was easy to get to the starting point, the little towns were charming. It would have been better if more restaurants were open off season, but most were fine. I wish there was a better location for a rest day; getting to the nearest beach took a long time on the bus. We had a great group, had a good time!

It was enjoyable trip, covering different parts of the island. There was time on some days for a paddle or swim, and always a cafe at the end of the walk!! The transport was excellent and always prompt. There was a pool at the hotel, so odd times early return to hotel allowed for a dip. The kitchen arrangement in each bedroom with a fridge made it convenient for making hot drinks and lunches. The leader was excellent and very aware of each person when on rough terrain.

I really enjoyed this area and all the walks we did, and the day off on the coast. Overall a very positive and friendly experience for my first group holiday on my own for 25years. The walks we did were essentially all in a semi-circle area around a valley, though each day had a slightly different character and feel to me. All were either started from the pension or a short drive away. We saw some goats and buzzards, though overall less wildlife than I am used to. All the paths were relatively quiet compared to many English popular areas, which I enjoyed. There was a drive down to a stream through narrow town streets that was fun and a chance to buy local olive oil (which did survive the flight back). I enjoyed getting up to see each pretty sunrise. Both towns we visited either side of Benidorm on our day off I also surprised myself by enjoying and are worth visiting.

My recent Highlights of Andalucia trip in November 2025 was outstanding. Superb leader, excellent itinerary, good pace, and amazing travellers on this particular trip. Thanks to Craig, our fearless leader, for making this trip one to remember.