Canaries and Cape Verde with Fred Olsen Cruises

Sun Nov 24th

We will pick you up from your doorstep and take you to meet the ship in Liverpool. There will be comfort stops on the way

25-28 Nov

Cruising. This is where you can take total advantage of the ship's facilities. Maybe try your hand at a bit of shuffleboard or splash around in the pool. The on board team are always around to make your stay a hoot.

Fri 29th Nov

Arrival - early morning Departure - late afternoon
ARRECIFE
SPAIN
Castillo San Gabrielle Castle and Puente de las Bolas Bridge, Arrecife
Arrecife, meaning ‘reef’ in Spanish, owes its name to the expansive rock reef that covers the beaches on the island. The lunar-like landscape is strewn with shades of red, orange and yellow, following the eruption of over 100 volcanoes in the 1700’s, and only Timanfaya remains active today – just 13 metres below the surface the temperature can reach 600ºC. The original inhabitants of Arrecife, the Guanche, can be discovered at the Ethnographic Museum, housed within the 16th century Castillo San Gabriel.

30 Nov-1 Dec

Some of the best moments of cruising are the days spent at sea where you can relax and enjoy the wonderful programme of events and activities they have planned for you.

Mon 2nd Dec

MINDELO
CAPE VERDE
Panoramic view of Cape Verde
First discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century, the Cape Verde Islands were used a stop-off point for traders and seafarers between Europe, Latin America and Africa. Mindelo is nestled in a bay surrounded by rugged mountains, and has strong Portuguese connections; The Governor’s Palace and City Hall are striking examples of the architectural influence of Portugal on the Cape Verdes

Tue 3rd Dec

PRAIA
CAPE VERDE
Aerial view of Praia city in Cape Verde
Praia is the capital of the Cape Verde Islands, and is located at the southern tip of Santiago Island. Santiago has green valleys and lush plantations that meet with rugged mountains, and is steeped in history. Nestled at the top of a sheer cliff is the first city to be built by the Europeans in West Africa, the old capital of Cidade Velha which is now a World Heritage Site.

4-5 Dec

Cruising and relaxing and enjoying the entertainment

Fri 6th Dec

SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE
SPAIN
Mount tiede, Tenerife
Largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is built around Mount Teide, the highest volcano in Spain. Santa Cruz is home to the eye-catching 16th century Iglesia de la Concepción and the baroque Palacio de Carta. The island has a resident population of pilot whales and several migratory species, thus making Tenerife one of the best places to whale watch in Europe.

Sat 7th Dec

Arrival - early morning Departure - late afternoon
SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA
SPAIN
Colourful houses in Santa Cruz
The landscapes of La Palma were formed around 2 million years ago, resulting in the Caldera de Taburiente National Park being formed by erosion from the volcano’s original crater, and now classed as a Biosphere Reserve. At sea level, the island’s capital, Santa Cruz, is a small city with colonial style architecture and edged with volcanic black sandy beaches. The historic quarter of the city is steeped in history with buildings erected during the reign of Phillip II, and is widely regarded as one of Spain’s Historic-Artistic sites

Sun 8th Dec

At sea

Mon 9th Dec

CRUISE MOUTH OF RIVER TAGUS, BELÉM TOWER & DISCOVERY MONUMENT
PORTUGAL
River Tagus with Belem tower, Portugal
Where the Tagus – the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula – meets the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is spread along the shores of both river banks, connected by the iconic Ponte 25 de Abril Bridge. Belém Tower is a World Heritage Site tower that was originally built here to defend the city, before it was transformed into a lighthouse and customs house. Close by is the renowned Discovery Monument, representing the prow of a caravel – led by Prince Henry the Navigator and other prodigious Portuguese pioneers

also 9th Dec

CRUISE BY CRISTO REI & ABRIL 25 BRIDGE
PORTUGAL
Panorama from sky, a 25 de Abril Bridge and a statue of Jesus Christ. Lisbon.
One of Lisbon’s most iconic monuments, the Cristo Rei – Statue of Christ – stands tall over the Tejo Estuary, and was inspired by the equally iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro. It overlooks the 25 de Abril Bridge, Europe’s longest suspension bridge, which connects Lisbon with the Almada municipality. Based on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, it was named to remember the Portuguese Carnation Revolution on 25th April 1974.

destination 9th Dec

Arrival - early morning Departure - early afternoonLISBON
PORTUGAL
Belem tower, Lisbon, Portugal
Overlooking the River Tagus, Portugal’s capital city offers an abundance of maritime highlights, including the iconic Ponte de Abril suspension bridge, and the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, which served as an embarkation and disembarkation point for Vasco de Gama and other Portuguese explorers. The delicious pastéis de nata are also not to be missed when visiting Lisbon, particularly when sampled at the original bakery, which opened in 1837

Tue 10th Dec

Cruising along, sadly packing your bags for the early start tomorrow

Thu 12 Dec

Arrival at the port to meet our friendy driver who will whisk you back to Lincolnshire with comfort stops on the way