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44Best of the CanariesVisit the four most popular Canary Islands following an overnight visit to Madeira %u2013 the perfect opportunity to enjoy the evening atmosphere of Funchal and appreciate the clear starry nights the region is known for. Continue towards the coast of Africa to step ashore in La Palma, whose rugged landscape is dotted with volcanoes and the pine forests of Taburiente National Park. In the Spanish archipelago%u2019s largest island, Tenerife, gaze in awe at the vast World Heritage Site Mount Teide. Further unusual volcanic terrain can be seen in the Bandama Crater of Gran Canaria and Lanzarote%u2019s crater-studded Timanfaya National Park. Following your scenic Canary Island adventure, cruise to Portugal and enjoy the wealth of historic landmarks, from the Castle of Sao Jorge to the Terreiro do Paco square.SHIP: Spirit of DiscoveryINCLUDED EXCURSION IN EVERY PORTSAILING: December 6, 2026CRUISE CODE: SD200Sailing from Portsmouth %u2022 Funchal, Madeira %u2022 Santa Cruz, La Palma %u2022 Santa Cruz, Tenerife %u2022 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria %u2022 Arrecife, Lanzarote %u2022 Lisbon, Portugal. Returning to Portsmouth.La Palma%u2019s national parkCanary Island WondersCruise towards the winter sunshine of the Canary Islands, calling at the floral island of Madeira for an overnight visit on the way. Contrast the lush green scenery of La Palma with the volcanic terrain of Tenerife before cruising to the lesser-visited island of Fuerteventura. Here, nature reserves protect its unique ecosystems of the undeveloped volcanic interior, including the golden sand dunes of Corralejo Nature Reserve. Continue to Gran Canaria, which is fringed with beautiful coves and sandy beaches, and on to Lanzarote, home to the crater-studded landscapes of Timanfaya National Park. The return journey includes a visit to Portugal%u2019s vibrant capital city Lisbon, known for its vintage trams and the UNESCO-listed sites of Jeronimos Monastery and B%u00e9lem Tower.SHIP: Spirit of AdventureINCLUDED EXCURSION IN EVERY PORTSAILING: December 7, 2026CRUISE CODE: SU178Sailing from Portsmouth %u2022 Funchal, Madeira %u2022 Santa Cruz, La Palma %u2022 Santa Cruz, Tenerife %u2022 Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura %u2022 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria %u2022 Arrecife, Lanzarote %u2022 Lisbon, Portugal. Returning to Portsmouth.Fuerteventura is fringed by beachesEl Charco de San Gines Lagoon, Arrecife A starry night over Madeira