Canary Island Explorer – Funchal & Las Palmas

About this cruise

By January 10, 2027 you'll be ready for this. 7 nights out of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, visiting Puerto del Rosario, Funchal, Arrecife, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz de la Palma, and nothing on the agenda except showing up. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Sun all year round, volcanic landscapes, and more variety between islands than you'd expect. You get around 10 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Fantasia takes the food seriously, with 5 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Santa Cruz de Tenerife has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. While everyone else deals with the January cold, you'll be somewhere warmer. And floating. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.