The Canaries and Cape Verde
Spirit of Adventure departing Portsmouth
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Chauffeur service
Contrast the Canaries with the Cape Verde islands
Visit the ‘floating garden’ of Madeira before cruising to the Cape Verde and Canary Islands. Follow in the footsteps of the New World explorers through the old quarter of Santa Cruz de la Palma. Explore the capitals of Praia and Mindelo in the volcanic Cape Verde archipelago 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 a visit to La Coruña, with its charming old town of medieval lanes and plazas.
Your four included panoramic excursions will be in
- Funchal, Madeira
- Santa Cruz, La Palma
- Santa Cruz, Tenerife
- Arrecife, Lanzarote
Itinerary

Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Adventure.
Depart 1700.

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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.

Santa Cruz, La Palma
Arrive 0900. Depart 1800.
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.
Included excursion
Join an included panoramic excursion exploring the island.
Optional excursions
Explore the National Park of Caldera de Taburiente, a volcanic caldera in the centre of the island.

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Porto da Praia, 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 excursion
Explore the history and culture of São Vincente on an island tour.

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.

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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.

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La Coruña, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
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. Perhaps 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.
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.

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Portsmouth
Arrive 0730.
Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.
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