RELAXING ESCAPES & DIVERSE LANDSCAPES

With their volcanic landscapes, sandy beaches and subtropical climate, our Canaries cruises will make you feel warm in every sense. During your exploration, you can discover Fred. Olsen’s historic links to the islands with visits to attractions such as the Hotel Jardín Tecina and the mysterious Pyramids of Güímar. Meanwhile, the islands of Cape Verde are packed with history and artistic wonders. With our festive sailings, you can celebrate Christmas on board with everything taken care of, and see in the New Year in Lisbon or Madeira. Our Journey Planners have also timed Borealis' cruise to the Canaries and Spain in 2025 to coincide with the carnivals of Cádiz and Tenerife.

New Year Escape To The Canaries

4th January 2024 · Balmoral · Sail from Southampton · 14 nights · Cruise code L2401

Winter Warmth In The Canaries

Southampton

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

San Sebastián, La Gomera

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Cruising by Belém Tower, Lisbon

Cruising by Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon

Cruising by Christ the King statue, Lisbon

Cruising under 25th April Bridge, Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

Southampton

The

Highlights

This island-hopping cruise is set to be a rejuvenating escape after the busy festive period • You can relax on Tenerife’s beaches or ascend Mount Teide by cable car before the chance to unwind among the golden dunes of Maspalomas in Gran Canaria • With its imposing volcanoes and verdant forests, La Palma’s landscapes make for rewarding exploration, as does the otherworldly scenery at Lanzarote’s Timanfaya National Park • Other highlights on your journey include chances to indulge yourself at the Olsen familyowned Jardín Tecina Hotel in La Gomera and stroll Madeira’s botanical gardens, perhaps accompanied by a local botanist for a more insightful experience

Prices from £1,699 pp

1st February 2024 · Balmoral · Sail from Southampton · 13 nights · Cruise code L2403

The Olsen Way Highlights

Southampton

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

Southampton

You can bask in the year-round warmth of Madeira and the Canaries on this enticing winter getaway • Hopping between five islands affords plenty of opportunities to explore the diverse landscapes. You can discover why La Palma is referred to as the ‘Pretty Island’ and listed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and get closer to the volcanic vistas of Tenerife and Lanzarote at the Teide and Timanfaya national parks • Gran Canaria is a world of contrasts, the golden dunes of Maspalomas juxtaposing nicely with luscious green forests, while Madeira is renowned for its fragrant botanical gardens. Visiting the latter with a botanist will no doubt make for a more insightful experience

Prices from £1,599 pp

SPRINGTIME CANARY ISLANDS & PORTUGAL

2nd April 2024 · Balmoral · Sail from Newcastle

15 nights · Cruise code L2409

Winter Warmth In The Canaries

Newcastle

Cruising

Leixões, Matosinhos, Portugal

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

Newcastle

The Olsen Way Highlights

Join Balmoral for this springtime sailing to the Canaries, a special place for the Olsen family who have historic links to the islands • The volcanic landscapes, from the mountainous vistas of La Palma and Tenerife's Mount Teide to Lanzarote's Timanfaya National Park, make for rewarding exploration. Alternatively, soaking up the warmth on a vast choice of sandy beaches or learning how to make traditional Mojo sauce with a local family offer different experiences • Meanwhile, a full day in Funchal will allow time to wander Madeira's botanical gardens – perhaps with an orchid enthusiast who can share their knowledge of the island's flora – and to capture views from Cabo Girão, one of Europe's highest sea cliff s

Prices from £1,999 pp

10th November 2024 · Bolette · Sail from Liverpool

14 nights · Cruise code T2426

The Olsen Way Highlights

Liverpool

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura

Cruising

Tangier, Morocco Cruising

Join us in the balmy climes of the Canaries as winter draws nearer • Our team has designed this cruise to offer chances to visit a multitude of natural and cultural sites recognised by UNESCO, from the Biosphere Reserve of La Palma to the city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna • In Tenerife, you could opt to visit Mount Teide, the highest volcano in Spain, before enjoying a rare call into Fuerteventura, known for its beautiful sandy beaches and aloe vera production • With a day on the ‘garden island’ of Madeira, you can wander the unique levada walking trails and explore the botanical gardens with a local botanist • Enjoy a slice of Morocco in the historical and cosmopolitan city of Tangier

Prices from £1,799 pp

WINTER WARMTH IN THE CANARIES & CAPE VERDE

24th November 2024 · Bolette · Sail from Liverpool

18 nights · Cruise code T2427

Liverpool

Cruising

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde

Praia, Santiago, Cape Verde

Cruising

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Cruising

Cruising by Belém Tower, Lisbon

Cruising by Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon

Cruising by Christ the King statue, Lisbon

Cruising under 25th April Bridge, Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

The Olsen Way Highlights

Exchange the UK winter for the warmer climes of Cape Verde and the Canaries on this relaxing sailing • Cape Verde is a cultural melting pot of Portuguese and African traditions. In Mindelo and Praia, you can experience the archipelago's laid-back way of life and traditional art forms, such as the morna and funaná music and dance styles • Volcanic landscapes can be explored throughout your journey, including La Palma's Teneguía Volcano, Lanzarote's Timanfaya National Park and Tenerife's Mount Teide • Some of the world's most famous explorers departed from Lisbon during the Age of Discovery. The capital's fascinating past can be explored at sites such as the Maritime Museum and Jerónimos Monastery

Prices from £2,299 pp

Winter Warmth In The Canaries

23rd November 2024 · Borealis · Sail from Portsmouth · 14 nights · Cruise code S2426

The Olsen Way Highlights

Portsmouth

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

San Sebastián, La Gomera

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Cruising by Belém Tower, Lisbon

Cruising by Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon

Cruising by Christ the King statue, Lisbon

Cruising under 25th April Bridge, Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

Portsmouth

CANARY ISLANDS CHRISTMAS & LISBON NEW YEAR

Your discovery of each destination on this island-hopping cruise can be as relaxing or adventurous as you wish, all while soaking up the balmy climes • During your call into Madeira – world-renowned for its fl oral gardens and sweet wines you could opt to discover the mighty Cabo Girão sea cliff, wander the levada walking trails, visit the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest, and tour the fragrant botanical gardens with a local orchid expert • Elsewhere you’ll have chances to witness the natural and cultural wonders of the Canaries, including the Tenerife’s Mount Teide National Park and the city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, La Gomera’s Garajonay National Park, and the Biosphere Reserve of La Palma

Prices from £1,699 pp

21st December 2024 · Bolette · Sail from Liverpool 14 nights · Cruise code T2429

The Olsen Way Highlights

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Arrecife, Lanzarote

Cruising

Cruising by Belém Tower, Lisbon

Cruising by Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon

Cruising by Christ the King statue, Lisbon

Cruising under 25th April Bridge, Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruising

Experience an altogether more laidback festive season, visiting sun-kissed islands and spending Christmas and New Year’s Eve in warmer climes • Enjoy a relaxing Christmas Day on board as you sail towards Madeira for Boxing Day, home to fragrant gardens, unique levada walking trails and fortified wine • You can discover volcanic landscapes with visits to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of La Palma, known as the ‘Pretty Island’; Tenerife’s mighty Mount Teide; and Lanzarote, with its otherworldly scenery at the Timanfaya National Park • You will have the chance to delve into Lisbon’s maritime history before celebrating the arrival of 2025 with the Portuguese capital’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display

Prices from £2,599 pp