Iberian Sunward Drift – Cadiz, Funchal & Tenerife

About this cruise

No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 8-night sailing from Barcelona on November 14, 2026 visits Málaga, Cádiz, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Funchal and Santa Cruz de Tenerife. You get off in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. The shape of this trip works well: open water on either side with 5 port calls clustered in the middle. The Western Mediterranean does coastal beauty and good eating in equal measure. Don't rush through Málaga, which is known as Picasso's birthplace on the Costa del Sol. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 185,010 gross tons, Costa Smeralda is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All told, 5 ports across 8 nights covers a lot.