Cruise · 14 nights · with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks
A two-week cruise with Fred. Olsen’s Borealis calling at the Canary Islands and Madeira for Christmas and New Year, combining volcanic landscapes, festive atmosphere and a fireworks display off Funchal.
- Duration
- 14 nights
- Departs
- 22 Dec 2027
- Sails from
- Southampton
- Returns to the same port
- Ship
- Borealis
- From
- £2,599
- per person, sharing
Highlights
What makes this one worth it
Christmas Day spent at sea
New Year's Eve fireworks off Funchal
Volcanic landscapes of the Canary Islands
Cruising past Belém Tower and Discovery Monument
Two days sailing to and from Lisbon
About the trip
Borealis departs from Southampton for a 14-night cruise that heads south towards the Canary Islands before crossing to Madeira and Portugal’s capital. After leaving England behind, the early stops are in the Canaries, with visits to Arrecife on Lanzarote, Las Palmas on Gran Canaria, then Santa Cruz on Tenerife and San Sebastián de La Gomera. Each port sits close to volcanic terrain, where the landscape contrasts sharply with the palm-lined promenades.
Christmas Day falls at sea, leaving time to rest before arriving at Funchal on Madeira. The island is known for its steep hills, laurel forests and a New Year’s Eve fireworks display that can be seen comfortably from the ship’s deck. After Madeira, Borealis crosses to Lisbon, where the route passes landmarks such as Belém Tower and the Discovery Monument at the Tagus estuary. The final two days return north to Southampton with time on the water to reflect on the journey.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offers this calmly paced winter break for those who want to trade the usual holiday winter chill for some mild Atlantic air and a mix of island stops with a couple of days at sea.
- 1 Southampton
- 2 Arrecife
- 3 Las Palmas
- 4 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- 5 San Sebastián de La Gomera
- 6 Funchal
- 7 Lisbon
Itinerary
The route, day by day
Day 1
Southampton, England
Day 2
At sea
Day 3
Arrecife, Spain
Day 4
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
Day 5
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Day 6
San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
When to go
Departures and prices
Lowest price each month, per person.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.
Need to know
Before you book
- Price based on
- Two people sharing a cabinThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
- Travelling alone
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Flights
- Not needed if you join at Southampton
- What’s included
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Accessibility
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Cabin
- Interior Cabin
For full details of what’s included, check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. See the full details on their site
Questions people ask
- How long is Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks?
- Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks is a 14 nights cruise holiday.
- Where does Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks depart from?
- Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks departs from Southampton.
- Who operates Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks?
- Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks is operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aboard Borealis.
- How much does Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks cost?
- Prices for Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks start from £2,599, subject to availability.
The operator
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Smaller-ship cruises, many from UK ports
A Norwegian family name in shipping since the nineteenth century, known for smaller ships that can reach the narrower fjords and harbours.
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