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Here\u2019s a preview of the route:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nDay<\/b><\/td>\n | Main Destination<\/b><\/td>\n | Overnight Suggestion<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n1<\/span><\/td>\n | El M\u00e9dano (arrival)<\/span><\/td>\n | Sleep near Abades<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n2<\/span><\/td>\n | Teide via Vilaflor<\/span><\/td>\n | Las Lajas Recreational Area<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n3<\/span><\/td>\n | Teide Plateau + North<\/span><\/td>\n | La Orotava or La Caldera<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n4<\/span><\/td>\n | Natural Pools<\/span><\/td>\n | Garachico or Buenavista<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n5<\/span><\/td>\n | Anaga Rural Park<\/span><\/td>\n | Bajamar or Punta Hidalgo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n6<\/span><\/td>\n | Santa Cruz + East<\/span><\/td>\n | Por\u00eds de Abona or Abades<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n7<\/span><\/td>\n | Relax in South<\/span><\/td>\n | Drop off in El M\u00e9dano<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n This route follows a <\/span>clockwise loop<\/b>, balancing driving time, scenery and rest.<\/span><\/p>\nDay-by-Day 7-Day Itinerary by Campervan<\/b><\/h2>\nDay 1 \u2013 Arrival, El M\u00e9dano and First Night<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Pick up your campervan<\/b> (AJJ Vans delivers to the airport or El M\u00e9dano).<\/span><\/li>\n
- Stock up at <\/span>Mercadona or Lidl<\/b> nearby.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Head to <\/span>El M\u00e9dano<\/b>: laid-back surf town, perfect for sunset and a walk.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Dinner idea: fresh fish at <\/span>Veinte 04 Surf Caf\u00e9<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Sleep near <\/span>Abades<\/b> or the abandoned village area (quiet, ocean views, free).<\/span><\/p>\nDay 2 \u2013 Teide via Vilaflor<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Drive inland through <\/span>Granadilla<\/b> and the charming town of <\/span>Vilaflor<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Climb towards Teide via <\/span>TF-21<\/b> \u2014 epic views and lunar landscapes.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Stop at <\/span>Mirador de La Ruleta<\/b> or <\/span>Roques de Garc\u00eda<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Enjoy a short walk or simply admire the silence above the clouds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Stay at <\/span>Las Lajas<\/b> recreational area (free, peaceful, pine-scented).<\/span><\/p>\nDay 3 \u2013 Teide Plateau and Down to the North<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Explore the Teide plateau in the morning (less traffic early).<\/span><\/li>\n
- Start descending north via La Orotava.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Optional stop: <\/span>Casa de los Balcones<\/b> or a winery in the valley.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Visit the old town or grab lunch in <\/span>Puerto de la Cruz<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Park at <\/span>La Caldera<\/b>, a forest area near La Orotava, perfect for vans.<\/span><\/p>\nDay 4 \u2013 Natural Pools and Coastal Charm<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Morning swim at <\/span>Charco del Viento<\/b> or <\/span>El Calet\u00f3n<\/b> (Garachico).<\/span><\/li>\n
- Visit <\/span>Icod de los Vinos<\/b> and see the ancient <\/span>Drago Tree<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Walk around Garachico \u2014 cobblestone streets and natural pools.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Stay near <\/span>Buenavista del Norte<\/b> or <\/span>Finca ecol\u00f3gica Punta Gorda<\/b> (low-cost).<\/span><\/p>\nDay 5 \u2013 Anaga Rural Park<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Drive across to the <\/span>Anaga mountains<\/b> \u2014 wild, green and foggy.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Stop at <\/span>Mirador Cruz del Carmen<\/b> and hike a short trail.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Head down to <\/span>Taganana<\/b> or <\/span>Benijo Beach<\/b> for sunset.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Bajamar or Punta del Hidalgo (safe, scenic, van-friendly).<\/span><\/p>\nDay 6 \u2013 Santa Cruz + Quiet East Coast<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Stop in <\/span>Santa Cruz<\/b> for a cultural stroll or food market visit.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Continue down the <\/span>TF-1<\/b> towards the east.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Visit <\/span>Por\u00eds de Abona<\/b> or <\/span>Playa Grande<\/b> (underrated gems).<\/span><\/li>\n
- Optional detour to <\/span>Abades<\/b> to relax and snorkel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Overnight:<\/b> \n<\/b> Park again in Abades or nearby coastal spot \u2014 quiet and peaceful.<\/span><\/p>\nDay 7 \u2013 Relax in the South + Drop-Off<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Easy morning by the beach: <\/span>Playa La Tejita<\/b> or <\/span>Monta\u00f1a Roja<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Brunch in El M\u00e9dano.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Return the van and end your trip full of sunshine and memories.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Extra Tips for the Perfect 7-Day Trip<\/b><\/h2>\n\n- Clockwise vs anticlockwise?<\/b>
\n<\/b> This route is clockwise \u2014 ideal for starting with easy drives and ending in calm coastlines.<\/span><\/li>\n- Apps to use:<\/b>\n
\n- Park4Night<\/b> for parking\/sleep spots<\/span><\/li>\n
- Maps.me<\/b> or <\/span>
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