P&O Cruises: Canary Islands And Madeira

A cruise from Tenerife is a true slice of paradise. Explore its foodie treasures, tranquil sunsets burning with tones of pink, orange and yellow and put your underwater camera to good use. There are countless experiences to be had on a Tenerife cruise, yet it's peaceful and idyllic with sparkling waters and powder-soft sand. 

Enjoy a full day to explore Azura at your own pace. Try a fitness class, lounge by the rooftop pool, or catch a film in the multiplex cinema. Younger guests can head to the children’s club while adults unwind at the spa or enjoy a cocktail from the swim-up bar.

You’ll soon see why this destination is known as the Garden Island: it has such a lush covering of colourful, sub-tropical plants, trees and flowers, the sweet fragrance fills the air. Waterfalls in the forest and Funchal’s flower markets are just a couple of visual delights that feature in Madeira. From Funchal, you can choose to visit the Botanical Garden and the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos where Churchill went to paint. There’s also Camacha, the wicker centre, and Reid’s Palace Hotel for traditional afternoon tea - just a few of many wonderful ways to spend your time in Madeira during your cruise.

Make the most of a relaxing day at sea. Whether you’re taking a dip in one of the pools, playing mini golf, or browsing the shops onboard, there’s plenty to keep you busy. In the evening, enjoy a West End-style show or a peaceful sundowner, complete with ocean views. If you haven’t already, try one of the specialty restaurants.

The tranquil harbour, verdant palm groves and excellent climate of Gran Canaria's lively capital Las Palmas delighted Christopher Columbus when he discovered it on his famous voyage of 1492. Those same attractions now draw modern travellers keen to explore the atmospheric cobbled streets and leafy courtyards of its old quarter, Vegueta. Cruises to Gran Canaria also bring you close to Playa del Ingles, the liveliest and best-known beach in the Canaries. You can explore the stunning desert scenery of Maspalomas, or tour further afield to explore peaceful old towns like Arucas - famed for its lush banana plantations - and Teror, with its fine collection of traditional houses with intricately carved wooden balconies. Other highlights of our Gran Canaria cruises include lovely Palmitos Nature Park - set in a canyon inland from Maspalomas and famous for its vivid tropical plants, birds and fish - and Bandama, an extinct volcano set 1,900 feet above sea level, which offers panoramic views over the island.

Lanzarote is a treat for all the senses. From artistic wonders to natural beauties, the Lanzarote brims with culture, adventure and glorious sunshine. Fancy tucking into some mezze at a waterfront café, or sunbathing on Lanzarote’s best beaches? The sky’s the limit on a Lanzarote cruise holiday. There are countless cultural experiences to be had. Lanzarote offers something for everyone, including a range of beach colours courtesy of its volcanic geology.

Visiting the largest of the Canary Islands, our Tenerife cruises bring you close to one of the world's most dramatic and varied landscapes, ranging from verdant valleys and lush plantations to glorious beaches, vast pinewoods and the volcanic `moonscape' of Mount Teide National Park. The Tenerife cruise port - Santa Cruz, has grown from a fishing village to a splendid city with classy bars and restaurants, varied shops, fine architecture and interesting museums. With our cruises to Tenerife the action begins right outside the port gates, where you will find a cafe-lined boulevard leading to the Plaza de Espana, at the heart of the port's main shopping area. Look out for bargain electrical goods and cut-price CDs, Tenerife's speciality. Prefer museums and galleries? Try the Museo de Bellas Artes, which contains works by Bruegel, or discover the island's history, topography, flora and fauna at the Museo de la Naturaleza y El Hombre.