Volcanic trade-winds – Funchal & Arrecife

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 7-night sailing from Santa Cruz de Tenerife on November 23, 2026 visits Puerto del Rosario, Arrecife, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Funchal. Ports up front, sea days at the end. By the time you're back in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you'll feel properly rested rather than rushed. Sun all year round, volcanic landscapes, and more variety between islands than you'd expect. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Year-round sunshine on a volcanic island. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Costa Smeralda carries up to 5,224 guests over 20 decks. Multiple pools, a theatre, and more restaurants than you'll get through. And November is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.