Africa's Atlantic Islands of Empire

Explore Spain and Portugal’s Atlantic islands off the coast of Western Africa, once a stop-off for pirates and explorers sailing to the New World, on our 7-night Atlantic Islands - Canary Islands & Madeira cruise. Board our boutique expedition ship and experience the islands’ year-round warm temperatures thanks to the trade winds that create a subtropical climate. You will discover the great natural treasures of these exotic islands, from the beauty of Madeira’s botanical gardens to Porto Santo’s miles of sandy beaches and the moonlike landscapes of Tenerife and Lanzarote’s volcanic parks. And thanks to their unique climate and terrain, these islands lend themselves to producing great wines with different characteristics. Following in the footsteps of great explorers, your cruise ends in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and one of the world’s oldest cities.