Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Málaga
Spain
Wander through whitewashed villages clinging to dramatic cliffs while sipping crisp mountain wines in Spain's legendary Andalusian heartland.
Arrive
2026-11-25 00:00:00
Depart
2026-11-25 18:00:00
Day 2
Tangier
Morocco
Wander through the exotic medina's labyrinthine souks and savor authentic Moroccan cuisine while gazing across the Strait of Gibraltar.
Arrive
2026-11-26 07:00:00
Depart
2026-11-26 16:00:00
Day 3
Casablanca
Morocco
Explore the stunning Hassan II Mosque with its towering minaret overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and intricate Islamic architecture.
Arrive
2026-11-27 08:00:00
Depart
2026-11-27 20:30:00
Day 4
🌊 At Sea
Day 5
Funchal, Madeira
Portugal
Ride a traditional wicker sledge down steep cobblestone streets from Monte Palace for an exhilarating 2000-year-old toboggan tradition.
Arrive
2026-11-29 12:30:00
Depart
2026-11-29 23:59:00
Day 6
🌊 At Sea
Day 7
Santa Cruz de La Palma
Spain
Wander cobblestone streets lined with colorful colonial architecture while sampling fresh local seafood in this charming Canary Island port town.
Arrive
2026-12-01 07:00:00
Depart
2026-12-01 18:00:00
Day 8
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Spain
Wander through stunning white-washed colonial architecture and relax on pristine volcanic black-sand beaches in this charming Atlantic island port.
Arrive
2026-12-02 13:30:00
Depart
2026-12-02 19:00:00
Day 9
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Spain
Wander through colorful colonial plazas and discover centuries of Canarian culture in this vibrant Atlantic port city.
Arrive
2026-12-03 07:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>Majestic volcanoes, lush green valleys, and cities with diverse heritages set the scene for this cultural journey with Franck Ferrand, between the Moroccan coast and the Spanish and Portuguese shores. From Tangier to Casablanca, from Madeira to the Canary Islands, immerse yourself in the heart of vibrant cities and discover their souks, squares, arcades, alleyways and bustling markets. Inland, the spectacle of lava landscapes on the enigmatic Lanzarote, the lunar island of fire, or in the heart of the Laurisilva of Madeira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites tranquillity.</p>
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8 nights on
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