Canary Islands Cruise Deals

With a climate that is able to lay claim to a full twelve months of sunshine, the Canary Islands have always been a popular holiday destination. So, if you are fed up with the chilly or drizzly weather, jump on a cruise to the Canary Islands and soak up the sun.

The largest of all the Canary Islands is the beautiful island of Tenerife, where the mountains manage to defy the sizzling weather and feature snowy peaks, and the beautiful sandy beaches stretch as far as the eye can see. The main port of Tenerife is Santa Cruz, which was at one time a fishing village but is these days a modern, vibrant city full of sophisticated bars and eateries, shopping, culture and spectacular architecture. A particularly good way to explore the island is by embarking on a Jeep Adventure shore excursion.

Another of the well-known inhabitants of the Canaries is Gran Canaria, where delightful cobbled streets merge into the restful courtyards the make up the lively Playa del Ingles. For the sandiest part of the islands, head to Maspalomas, enjoy stunning views across the island from the extinct volcano of Bandama, while Palmitos Nature Park showcases fabulous tropical plant life, birds and fish.

Lanzarote is another popular port of call on a cruise to the Canary Islands, with huge amounts of tourists flocking to the fabulous beaches. Visitors can tour around the imposing volcanoes and the sprawling vineyards, while wildlife lovers will delight in the indigenous white crabs found in the saltwater lagoon.

La Palma is nicknamed ‘the fair isle’ as a result of its simply magnificent scenery, which has cultivated a reputation as one of the most unspoiled of all the Canary Islands, with a picturesque harbour adding to the general relaxed atmosphere. The old quarter has at its centre a lovely sixteenth century fountain, while the Cladera de Taburiente is a jaw-dropping volcanic crater which is home to a large amount of wildlife.