Excursion Silk museum & national park of caldera de taburiente (wheelchair accessible) tour at Santa Cruz De La Palma

This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and is specially designed for guests who utilise a wheelchair or a scooter.

Embrace the stunning natural beauty and traditions of the Canary Islands during this scenic sightseeing tour that is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair.

Santa Cruz de la Palma, Silk Museum, Silk Production Process

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to El Paso, located in the centre of La Palma. Upon arrival, head to the Silk Museum, located in one of the town's most historical buildings. During your guided tour, learn about the art, history, and tradition of silk production on the island, which dates from the 16th century and was of great importance to the local economy. At one time, silk was made on all of the Canary Islands, but, since the 19th century, El Paso is the only place still producing it. They utilise an old-fashioned, labour-intensive technique, the only facility in Europe that still does, and you can observe most of this process during your visit.

Caldera de Taburiente National Park, Cumbrecita Lookout

Next, re-board your coach and continue on to Caldera de Taburiente National Park, a protected area of volcanic nature with surprisingly large amounts of water both underground and on the surface. From the Cumbrecita Lookout, enjoy breath-taking panoramic views of this exquisite National Park and its approximately 5.6-mile (about nine-kilometre) natural basin. An optional short, guided stroll through the park's endemic vegetation is available.

Concepción Lookout, Santa Cruz de la Palma, Breñas Valley, Eastern Island's Slope

Afterward, re-board your coach and head for a final stop at La Concepción Lookout. From here, take in spectacular panoramic views over Santa Cruz de la Palma, the Breñas Valley, and the entire eastern slope of the island. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Santa Cruz de la Palma, Silk Museum & Production Process, Caldera de Taburiente National Park, Cumbrecita Lookout, Concepcio´n Lookout, Bren~as Valley

Note

Please note: This tour is specially designed for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair or a scooter. Full time wheelchair users, are kindly requested to contact shoreconcierge@silversea.com in order to provide further details and determine if the tour is suitable for them. This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.24 miles (about two kilometres), at times over uneven, natural, and sandy surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the adapted coach and ten steps at the Silk Museum; ramps are available at Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Walking in Caldera de Taburiente National Park is at the discretion of each guest. An adapted vehicle is utilised on this tour, which makes it is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and Euros or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least five years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old to participate on this tour. This tour does not operate on Sundays. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.