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Canary Islands Cruises

Cruise the sun-drenched Canary Islands, Madeira and the Azores with our unique collection of cruises

The sunshine islands of the Canaries and the Azores in the North Atlantic have much to offer on a cruise holiday.

Apart from the lure of year-round sun, the Canary Islands promise cruise-goers impressive beaches, dramatic volcanic landscapes, sand dunes, gardens and world-class nature reserves.

Gran Canaria boasts stunning desert scenery, amazing rock formations set amidst volcanic landscapes, and the flourishing greenery of Palmitos Nature Park as well as great beaches.

Tenerife offers green valleys, lush plantations and the volcanic ‘moonscape’ of the Mount Tiede National Park as well as its wonderful beaches.

The beaches of Lanzarote have long been favoured cruise destinations for sun-seekers, along with its fantastic solidified lava landscapes, best viewed from Fire Mountain.

Fuerteventura has a landscape formed as much by the climate as its volcanic past. The island’s proximity to the Sahara blesses it with particularly sunny weather, perfect for enjoying some of the best beaches in the Canaries!

The small islands of El Hierro, La Palma and La Gomera are less-well known but no less beautiful. El Hierro has a mixture of arid prairies and fertile land of Valle del Golfo planted with vines, bananas and pineapples.

The ‘garden isle’ of Madeira blossoms with colourful flowers - in the parks, botanical gardens and the vineyards that produce the wine that bears its name.

The lush and mountainous islands of the Azores, lying nearly a thousand miles from the nearest mainland, provide perfect get-away-from-it-all cruise destinations. The warm maritime climate supports a huge variety of exotic trees and flowers, and on Sao Miguel a huge volcanic crater cradles two picturesque lakes – one emerald green, one deep blue.

Canary Islands map
Volcanic landscapes on Fuerteventura
Gardens of Madeira
La Gomera
One of Lanzarote's superb beaches

Canary Islands Cruises Selection

Below is our selection of the best Canary Islands Cruises. They are shown by the different types of cruise.

Canary Islands Cruises - Mid-size Ship Cruises

Cruise NameCruise RouteNightsCruise LinePrice From
Canary Islands and Madeira cruise from the UK
Now from just £549pp!
Greenock and back13Cruise and Maritime
£549pp
No Fly Cruise
Voyage south from the UK this summer to the Canary Islands and Madeira on Ocean Countess
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Canary Islands and Madeira cruise from the UK

A 13-night cruise from Greenock to the Canary Islands and Madeira aboard Ocean Countess

Itinerary: Greenock (Scotland); At sea; Leixoes (Oporto, Portugal); At sea; Funchal (Madeira, Portugal); Santa Cruz de la Palma (La Palma, Canary Islands); Santa Cruz (Tenerife, Canary Islands); At sea; Vigo (Spain); At sea; Greenock (Scotland)

Departures in: 2012 - Jul

Canary Islands and Madeira Cruise
Now from just £799!
Liverpool and back13Cruise and Maritime
£799pp
No Fly Cruise
Enjoy autumn sunshine on this 2012 cruise from Liverpool to the Canary Islands and Madeira combining historic towns, beautiful scenery and picturesque harbours
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Canary Islands and Madeira Cruise

A 13-night cruise from the UK visiting the Canary Islands and Madeira

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK; At sea; Lisbon, Portugal; At sea; Funchal (Madeira); Santa Cruz (La Palma); Santa Cruz (Tenerife); Arrecife (Lanzarote); Agadir (Morocco); At sea; Vigo (Spain); At sea; Liverpool (UK)

Departures in: 2012 - Oct

Christmas and New Year Canaries cruise from the UK
Now from just £1099!
London Tilbury and back14Cruise and Maritime
£1099pp
No Fly Cruise
Spend this Christmas and New Year cruising from the UK to the Canary Islands, Portugal, Spain and Madeira
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Christmas and New Year Canaries cruise from the UK

14-night cruise from the UK on board Marco Polo visiting Spain, Portugal, Canary Islands and Madeira at Christmas and the New Year

Itinerary: London Tilbury (UK); At sea; Vigo (Spain); Lisbon (Portugal); Christmas Day at sea; Fuerteventura (Canary Islands); Las Palmas (Gran Canaria, Canary Islands); Santa Cruz de la Palma (La Palma, Canary Islands); Funchal (Madeira); At sea; Leixoes for Oporto (Portugal); At sea; London, Tilbury (UK)

Departures in: 2012 - Dec

The Azores and Madeira
Now from just £799pp!
London Tilbury and back15Cruise and Maritime
£799pp
No Fly Cruise
Escape the crowds this summer on child-free Marco Polo cruising to four of the Atlantic Islands. See the unspoilt Azores and the historic cities of Lisbon and Oporto
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The Azores and Madeira

A 15-night cruise from the UK to the Azores and Madeira visiting four of the Atlantic Islands and the cities of Lisbon and Oporto

Itinerary: London Tilbury; At sea; Lisbon (Portugal); At Sea; Horta (Azores); Praia (Azores); Ponta Delgada (Azores); At sea; Funchal (Madeira); At sea; Leixoes (Portugal); At sea; London Tilbury (UK)

Departures in: 2012 - Aug

Canary Islands Cruises - Luxury Cruises

Cruise NameCruise RouteNightsCruise LinePrice From
Iberian Adventure
Save £250pp!
Barcelona to Lisbon11Crystal Cruises
£3030pp
Fly Cruise
Soak up some winter sunshine on this luxury cruise aboard Crystal Serenity to Spain, Morocco, Madeira and the Canary islands
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Iberian Adventure

An 11-night cruise from Barcelona down the Spanish Coast to Morocco, the Canary Islands and Madeira aboard luxury cruise ship Crystal Serenity, with a Golf Lecturer and PGA Professional aboard

Itinerary: UK to Barcelona (Spain); Barcelona (Spain); At sea; Màlaga (Spain); Cadiz (Spain); Casablanca (Morocco); At sea; Las Palmas (Canary Islands) (Spain); Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands) (Spain); Funchal (Madeira) (Portugal); At sea; Lisbon (Portugal) to London (UK)

Departures in: 2012 - Nov

Canary Islands Cruises - Sailing Cruises

Cruise NameCruise RouteNightsCruise LinePrice From
Westbound Transatlantic Tall Ship Cruises aboard Royal Clipper, Star Clipper and Star FlyerEurope to Caribbean14Star Clippers Cruises
£1220pp
Cruise Only - Package possible
Re-live the romantic age of sail on one of these Westbound Tall Ship Transatlantic crossings. Depart from Malaga, Lisbon or Las Palmas on either a 22-night or 16-night crossing with a variety of interesting destinations en route, or choose the direct, 14-night option and immerse yourself in the pleasures of an uninterrupted voyage
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Westbound Transatlantic Tall Ship Cruises aboard Royal Clipper, Star Clipper and Star Flyer

To cross an ocean from one continent to another on a true sailing ship is a wonderful, memorable journey. Experience the thrill of a Transatlantic crossing on one of these authentic sailing ships - without sacrificing creature comforts, and with the benefit of good food and service

Itinerary: Malaga (Spain); Tangier (Morocco); Cadiz (Spain); At sea; Funchal (Madeira); At sea; Las Palmas (Canary Islands, Spain); Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain); At sea; Bridgetown (Barbados). (On some dates a different itinerary applies)

Departures in: 2012 - Oct, Nov

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