Step into the living history of Fuerteventura with a private tour to Betancuria — the island's ancient capital, founded in 1404 — and the craft village of Antigua, where Canarian weaving, pottery, and windmill culture have been preserved for centuries. For the intellectually curious traveller, this is the island's true heart.
What to expect
Your driver-guide collects you from the port and heads inland through Fuerteventura's spine of eroded mountain ridges to the whitewashed marvel of Betancuria. Visit the 15th-century Cathedral of Santa María and the adjacent archaeological museum. Continue to the Molino de Antigua — a beautifully restored traditional windmill complex housing a craft museum and cactus garden. Local tastings of island goat's cheese (queso majorero) and bienmesabe are a highlight.
Good to know
The Cathedral of Santa María in Betancuria charges a small entry fee (approx. EUR 3 per person). The full round trip from the port is comfortably achieved in 4–5 hours. Confirm the private vehicle booking well ahead of your cruise call date, as this operator is popular with discerning independent travellers.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Puerto del Rosario — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Puerto del Rosario
- Fuerteventura: Small-Group Island Tour by Luxury Minibus
- Corralejo Dunes & Lobos Island: Private Catamaran Day with Lunch
- Ajuy Sea Caves & Black-Sand Coast: Private Guided Hike
- Caleta de Fuste: Luxury Buggy Safari Through Volcanic Terrain
- Puerto del Rosario: City of Sculptures & Casa Unamuno Art Walk