Tour involved the area around the volcanic area of the island. The guide made sure that we had access to English based presentations which explained the history and significance of the area. He offered additional comments on what we were seeing and how it related to the background information we had received at the park information center.

First of all, the tour operator that met us in the port was so in a hurry to accommodate an overbooked excursion. He did not explain why the Teide National Park trip was cancelled. We were passed on to a taxi driver that was nice and friendly but unable to speak English enough to explain why the trip was cancelled let alone give us a decent tour around town. Our co-cruise passengers said they were taken to the Teide National park by their guide by other operators, that means it was not closed. We were not given a choice not to take the alternative tour for a refund. This is not a shore excursion nor a guided trip, it’s purely a taxi ride around town. We paid more than $250 for 2 people which our co-cruiser paid $80 for 4 people for the same itinerary. We have used Viator for a long time and was Happy although this will leave a “bad taste” in the mouth.

Had a pleasant day touring on foot the city and then getting into a van and going up to the national Park. It is quite lovely and many different changes on the way up as far as the trees. We also had stopped before going up to the park to a lovely Village and got to walk around there as well and see some of the architecture. Would recommend this tour Highly.

Excellent experience! Our guide spoke very good English (originally from England). She listened to our desires of seeing local things. Stopped for a traditional coffee at a local petrol station, saw the volcano, and had a wonderful traditional Lunch.

Our driver, Angel, a Tenerife local, made our trip a memorable one, I am handicapped and wheelchair bound, and I was unable to access the first vehicle provided. The van would have been perfect for anyone able to step up a foot or so, but I cannot. Another vehicle was obtained, and our tour began. I had no idea of th size and beauty of this island prior to the arrival of our cruise ship. The city is large and modern, with very colorful buildings dotting a vast hillside. A short drive took us out of the city of Santa Cruz and immediately to higher elevations. We reached a forested highway with many viewpoints where we were able to view the city from above. Continuing on, we rose higher and the temperature dropped significantly-I would recommend a jacket. The trip continued through the National Park, where we stopped for many views of Tiedre, the towering volcano rising some 12000 feet above sea level, There is a cable car ride available that takes you near the top of Tiedre, but we did not do this. As it was we drove to over 7000 feet and viewed an extensive volcanic landscape. All the while, Angel provided interesting info on the cities, the forests, and the volcanoes of the Island. We took a different route back to the ship, and viewed more of the cities before ending our tour. Highly recommended and enjoyed by all of our party, this trip is well worth the time and money.

Great trip

Had a very knowledgeable tour guide.

The Canary Islands are surprisingly different, and Tenerife has an astounding area of climatological zones - forests, deserts, volcanic landscapes, soaring evergreens, verdant coastline. It's an environmental treasure. Unfortunately, our guide, while friendly, had rudimentary English skills which deteriorated as the day progressed. We have a complaint into Viator and the tour operator about this, which has not been resolved at the time of this review.

The scenery was beautiful, but our guide was just OK. She did not pass on as much knowledge as other guides we've had. Still worth doing to see the scenery.

This place is beautiful and I was mesmerized the whole day. My tour guide, Angel, was waiting for us when we disembarked the ship and our day could not have gone any better than it did. Angel was so kind and informative. I am disabled and was traveling with my 82 year old mother and he took really good care of us. I was on a three week vacation and this by far was my favorite part of the entire trip. Thanks Angel!!!