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Mindelo, capital of São Vicente- A view of Tenerife from La Gomera
- Santa Cruz de La Palma
- The view over Cabo Girao, Madeira
Cape Verde and the Canary Islands
Spirit of Adventure departing Portsmouth
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Contrast the Cape Verde islands with the Canaries
Visit the ‘floating garden’ of Madeira before continuing your all-inclusive cruise to the Canary Islands. Follow in the footsteps of the New World explorers through the old quarter of Santa Cruz de la Palma and in La Gomera, where Christopher Columbus readied his ships for expeditions to the New World. Cruise to the volcanic Cape Verde archipelago to explore the capitals of Praia and Mindelo before returning to the Canaries. Enjoy the winter sun as you take in the highlights of Tenerife’s capital Santa Cruz and the port of Arrecife, Lanzarote’s laid-back capital. Your return journey includes visits to 3,000-year-old Cádiz and La Coruña, with its charming old town of medieval lanes and plazas.
Your five included panoramic excursions will be in
- Funchal, Madeira
- Santa Cruz, Tenerife
- Arrecife, Lanzarote
- Cádiz, Spain
- La Coruña, Spain
Joining you on board...
Sue Barker OBE, the Grand Slam winning tennis champion and sports broadcaster
Sue Barker OBE is stepping aboard to talk about her career with a Q&A session in the ship’s Playhouse theatre.
Sue won eleven WTA Tour singles titles and twelve doubles titles during her tennis career, ranking World No 3 in 1977 following her French Open victory in 1976. Upon retiring from tennis, she became a commentator and sports reporter for Australia’s channel 7, before going on to anchor tennis coverage for British Sky Broadcasting.
Sue then joined the BBC team to present their Wimbledon coverage and has anchored the broadcast ever since. She is the longest-standing host of the BBC’s ‘A Question of Sport’, which she began presenting in 1997, stepping down from her presenting duties in early 2021. Sue was awarded an OBE in 2016 for services to Broadcasting and Charity.
Wine expert Oz Clarke
Oz Clarke is one of the world’s leading wine experts, whose formidable reputation is based on his extensive wine knowledge and accessible, no-nonsense approach. His tasting skills have won him an international following, as well as an array of awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Drinks Retailing Awards 2015. Oz has presented on ‘James Martin’s Saturday Morning’, and ‘Secrets of the National Trust’. He has also written a number of best-selling books, including award-winning ‘Grapes & Wines’ and ‘Oz Clarke’s World of Wine’. During this cruise Oz will give an on-board talk and Q&A session.
Looking out for whales with ORCA
You’ll be joined by wildlife experts from ORCA, the foremost European whale and dolphin conservation charity, who are devoted to studying marine wildlife and protecting it for future generations. Look forward to the chance to spot whales, dolphins, seabirds and an array of other wildlife out on deck throughout your voyage, the perfect vantage point to view and learn more about wildlife in their natural habitat.
Itinerary
Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Adventure.
Depart 1800.
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Spend the day at sea.
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Spend the day at sea.
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Funchal, Madeira
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Madeira is a verdant, mountainous island formed from a volcanic eruption and known for its namesake wine. Often described as the ‘floating garden in the Atlantic’, the island is home to the world’s largest laurel forest and Botanical Gardens where exotic indigenous plants grow.
Included excursion
An included panoramic excursion will reveal the scenic highlights of the island.
Optional excursions
Admire panoramic views across Funchal as you ascend to the suburb of Monte by cable car, before visiting the Botanical Gardens, step out onto the glass-bottomed skywalk at Cabo Girao, over Europe’s highest sea cliff, or join a team of local experts for a RIB ride in search of whales and dolphins.
Spend the day at sea.
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Santa Cruz, La Palma
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
La Palma is the greenest of the Canaries and large tracts of its laurel forests have been declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore the capital of Santa Cruz which is set in a sweeping natural amphitheatre and was a hub for New World explorers and merchant traders during the Age of Exploration. Its history is reflected in the 16th-century Castilian architecture and the old quarter with its wooden balconies and cobbled lanes is set around the Renaissance Plaza Espana. The island’s maritime past is displayed in the Naval Museum which is housed inside a replica of Christopher Columbus’ famous vessel, the Santa Maria.
Optional excursions
Join an island sightseeing tour or explore the National Park of Caldera de Taburiente, a volcanic caldera in the centre of the island.
San Sebastian, La Gomera
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
It was in La Gomera that Christopher Columbus readied his ships for his New World adventures. Local legend holds that he took mass in La Asuncion church and water from a well at the manor Pozo de la Aguada, which displays exhibits on the explorer’s expeditions. One of the oldest remaining structures is the stone Torre del Conde tower which protected the wife of the island’s first governor, Hernan Peraza, when ill-treated islanders rebelled in 1488.
Optional excursions
Explore the unspoilt forests of Garajonay National Park, home to such rare indigenous wildlife as the Gomeran lizard and Gomeran skink.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Porto da Praia, Cape Verde
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Cape Verde archipelago is set off the African coast. The main island in this volcanic chain, Santiago was used as a stopping-off place by two great navigators: Vasco da Gama in 1497 and Christopher Columbus in 1498. Praia, the current capital, is set on a plateau above the port.
Porto Grande, Cape Verde
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
From Porto Grande, discover the cultural capital of Mindelo which has a distinct Latin vibe from its days under Portuguese colonial rule. This is evident in the 100-year-old Torres de Belem, a replica of Lisbon’s famous 16th-century monument.
Optional excursions
Explore the history and culture of São Vincente on an island tour.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Tenerife is crowned by the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Teide. Its capital Santa Cruz has a mix of old and new sights, from the central square of Plaza de Espana, which was built in 1929 to the auditorium, an expressionist structure that resembles a wave.
Included excursion
Look forward to an included panoramic excursion, taking in the highlights of Tenerife’s lively capital Santa Cruz.
Optional excursions
Go hiking on Mount Teide with an experienced guide, or enjoy a catamaran trip to visit a pod of whales that live year round off the perennially sunny south coast. The botanical gardens are well worth a visit, and you could also seek out the cannon responsible for Admiral Nelson losing his arm, on display in the Museo Miliar.
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.
Named in Spanish after the reef that edges its shoreline, peaceful Arrecife has been the island’s capital since it took the title from nearby Teguise in 1852. This relatively sleepy port’s origins can be seen in the whitewashed fishermen cottages and 17th-century church set around the coastal lagoon of El Charco de San Gines. The 18th-century San Jose fortress now hosts a collection of art by such renowned Spanish artists as Picasso and Miro, while the Science and Art Centre is housed in the 19th-century manor of La Casa de Los Arroyo. See some of the highlights of the area on an included panoramic excursion. From Arrecife, you can also discover the vast lava fields and crater-studded landscapes of Timanfaya National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Included excursion
An included panoramic excursion is a great way to see some of the highlights.
Optional excursions
Seek out the historic gems of the former capital, Teguise or walk across the barren landscapes of Timanfaya National Park and enjoy a memorable barbecue cooked with heat from the volcano.
Spend the day at sea.
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Cádiz, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.
3,000-year-old Cadiz is Western Europe’s oldest continually inhabited city, having been founded by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians. It sits along a peninsula, and was refortified in the 17th-century after the British attacked twice, nearly destroying the city. Key landmarks include the Baroque and neoclassical cathedral with its yellow dome and the adjoining El Sagrario, the Roman amphitheatre, Castillo de Santa Catalina and the Torre Tavira – one of 129 watchtowers dotted throughout the city. An included excursion offers a relaxing introduction to the city.
Included excursion
See some of the city’s attractions during an included panoramic excursion.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
La Coruña, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.
In the historic maritime city of La Coruña, sights worthy of your attention include the medieval lanes and plazas of the old town, Riazor Beach and the UNESCO-listed Tower of Hercules. The latter is the oldest operational Roman lighthouse and can found eight miles away at the end of a coastal promenade. The city’s main sights will unfold before you on an included panoramic excursion. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to UNESCO-listed Santiago de Compostela which marks the end of an ancient pilgrimage route that concludes at the 12th-century cathedral where St James is allegedly enshrined.
Included excursion
See some of the city’s main attractions on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursions
Experience the ecclesiastical capital of Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the last stop on the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrimage route that concludes at the 12th-century cathedral where St James is allegedly enshrined.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Portsmouth
Arrive 0700.
Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.
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Spirit of Adventure
2020
Year built
987
Guest capacity (maximum)
540
Ship crew
All inclusive
Enjoy an unlimited selection of drinks in all the on-board bars and lounges.
The Living Room
Relax in one of the many sociable spaces on the ship.
Spa
Look forward to included access to a range of wellbeing services.
Entertainment
Enjoy a colourful show in The Playhouse theatre.
Enjoy fine cuisine
Make the most of free-to-dine speciality restaurants.
The Dining Room
The main restaurant brings you the finest in British and international cuisine.
The Verandah
Dine with stunning alfresco views.
On board activities
Try shuffleboard and deck quoits, or play virtual golf at sea.
