Canary Island Escape – Vigo & Funchal

About this cruise

You come back from a trip like this actually rested, not just "I went on vacation" rested. 12 nights from Southampton on August 8, 2026, visiting Vigo, Funchal, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Arrecife and Cádiz. Ports up front, sea days at the end. By the time you're back in Southampton, you'll feel properly rested rather than rushed. Black-sand beaches on one island, dense laurel forests on another. The Canaries are surprisingly varied. People come back from this cruise talking about Cádiz: Europe's oldest city, still dancing flamenco. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Virtuosa has 7 dining spots on board, most of them included. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. And August means long, warm days. Good for the ports, good for the pool. 6 ports, 2 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.