Land in Arrecife, collect your hire car, and make the short journey to your apartment in Costa Teguise - your home for the next week. Driving through the town you will notice Lanzarote's distinct architectural style of low-level buildings typically painted white, thanks to the island's famous artist and architect Cesar Manrique who lobbied to ensure sustainable development on the island and thus securing Lanzarote as a true gem. Depending on your time of arrival you will have chance to relax on one of the area's fantastic beaches or take a drive and discover more about the fascinating life and work of Cesar Manrique. We recommend visiting The Cesar Manrique Foundation, House Museum or the spectacular Jameos del Agua described by Hollywood star Rita Heyworth as 'the eighth wonder of the world'. Created by Cesar in 1968 the Jameos is a spectacular example of nature and mankind working together.

You start your week with a choice of a longer or shorter route, as you explore the northern tip of the island with spectacular views of the coastline, out to neighbouring la Graciosa and Isla de Montana Clara, and to the Guinate Valley with its immaculately cultivated terraces. Both walks initially follow the same route along the coast and up to the summit of the Los Helechos volcano to give you your first taste of this volcanic landscape. After this you'll reach a split in the route where you have the option to return to your starting point or continue on the longer route. If you are feeling energetic and decide to do the longer route you'll continue through vineyards to the small rural village of Ye where you can enjoy refreshments. Then you'll ascending Monte Corona just behind the village for more panoramic views before making your way back down and towards your starting point. Short: 7km / +375m / -375m / 2-3 hours walking Long: 18km / 640m ascent/ 640m descent/ 6 hours walking

Today is a day of two parts to give you a true taste of the volcanic nature of Lanzarote and its neighbouring islands. In the morning you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating volcanic geography of Lanzarote with a visit to the Timanfaya National Park (payable locally). Here you might like to visit the interpretation centre and take a bus tour through the park to transport you to another world - a land of fire. You will also have the option to enjoy lunch at a restaurant situated on a dormant volcano where the food is cooked over a natural BBQ using geothermal heat that rises from a hole in the ground. Leaving the Timanfaya National Park behind you, your afternoon walk will take you to explore one of the many calderas on the island where you can put your new-found knowledge to the test. Your route will take you along the Camino del Islote to ascend Caldera Blanca, with panoramas across the lava fields, as you make your way around the rim and back to your starting point.

Your route today is on the tiny scarcely-inhabited neighbouring island of la Graciosa, allowing you to experience the tranquillity of this beautiful gem. Leaving your car at the port town of Orzola you will take the ferry across to la Graciosa. Your route will take you on a circular walk in the south of the island, taking in the southern coast accompanied by great views across to Lanzarote and the impressive Risco de Famara, a majestic 550m cliff protecting the town of Caleta de Famara below. You may even spot kite-surfers who frequent the bay to practice their skills. Your route continues to ascend the volcano of Montana Amarilla with even more impressive views along the coast and across la Graciosa. Returning to Caleta del Sebo you will catch the ferry back to Orzola and return to your accommodation in Costa Teguise.

Having explored Lanzarote's volcanic landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and the neighbouring island of Graciosa, today you will discover yet another side to this fascinating island. You'll make your way through the lush green 'Valley of a Thousand Palms'. It is said this majestic valley is the result of a tradition in the 17th and 18th centuries when islanders celebrated the birth of a child by planting a palm tree - one for a girl and two for a boy. Once planted mother nature took over, with the Risco de Famara mountain range that borders the valley providing the hydration required to sustain the palms, thus creating an unexpected oasis on the island. Starting in Haria, arguably the most beautiful village on the island, your route will lead you through this surprisingly green landscape to ascend Penas de Chache (672m), the highest point on the island, for far-reaching views in all directions. After soaking up the panorama as you stand atop the island you'll gently descend to Teguise, the historic capital of the island. Bursting with character, Teguise has withstood skirmishes between the Christians and Moors, as well as multiple pirate attacks, and you will have plenty of time to discover its charm before returning to the coast for the evening.

You might want to take your swimming costume on this walk as you explore the south-eastern part of the island. You begin your day with a 30-minute drive to the small fishing village of Playa Quemada where you will have the chance to enjoy a morning coffee before setting off on your walk. You'll head inland through the wild volcanic landscape to reach the summits for views over the green Yaiza valley to the north-west, and as you walk you will soon understand why this area is renowned for its natural geographic and paleontological wealth. You'll then begin to make your way back to the coast where the rocky cliffs drop into the blue waters below. As you make your way along the coastline back to Playa Quemada you will discover many secluded coves perfect for relaxing with a book or taking a dip, before completing your walk and returning to Costa Teguise for a well-earned meal.

The final day of your trip provides you with three walks to choose from: Revisit La Graciosa to explore a loop in the north of the island and discover the forgotten village of Pedro Barba and the beautiful Playa de las Conchas beach - an ideal spot to stop and enjoy a swim in the clear blue ocean. After a quick dip and a relax on the beach you'll head inland, ascending a plateau to arrive at a viewpoint before descending to take the ferry back to Orzola. 19km / +125m / -125m / 5-6 hours Explore the fascinating lava flows and tunnels from El Golfo to Playa el Paso on the North East coast of Lanzarote. Walking where the Timanfaya National Park meets the North Atlantic Ocean, you can look forward to discovering lava arches and cliffs as you make your way to the intriguing green lagoon, so-named thanks to the algae which give it its vivid colour that contrasts magnificently with the black sand beach and lava cliffs. 6km / +90m / -90m / 2 hours Your third option is to visit Caleta de Famara, one of the most beautiful beaches on Lanzarote and a popular spot for surfing due its constant winds. You will have time to enjoy a coffee and watch the surfers ride the waves before setting off on your route past San Juan to ascend Montana Cavera volcano where you will be rewarded with spectacular views. 7km / +100m / -100m / 2 hours

Enjoy a leisurely morning on the island, take a swim in the pool or stroll along the coast, before making your way back to Arrecife Airport where you will return your car.