Hidden Gems of the Canary Islands & Madeira
10 nights
Wind Spirit
9 Dec '27Cruise overview
Explore the Canary Islands and Madeira where landscapes are infinitely diverse and temperatures are uniformly pleasant year-round, including islands well off the beaten path like Porto Santos and El Hierro. So many attractions vie for your attention. Spanish and Portuguese cuisines with a unique African twist. Unconventional volcanic vineyards rubbing elbows with bananas, pineapples and palm trees. Authentic “Columbus slept here" stories on Porto Santos and La Gomera. If you’re feeling energetic you can ride a camel across a volcanic moonscape, trek through prehistoric laurel forests, or explore natural wonders like Porto Santo’s 5.5-mile golden beach or El Hierro’s blissfully beautiful natural rock pools. An overnight in Funchal gives you time to visit Madeira’s many wineries, hike historic levadas, and ride a wicker toboggan down steep city streets.
Itinerary
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms.
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At sea
Funchal, Madeira
Funchal, Madeira
Porto Santo Island
At sea
Las Palmas
Santa Cruz de La Palma
El Hierro Island
San Sebastian
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Gracious Stateroom
The Gracious Stateroom offers timeless nautical charm with all the comforts of a modern luxury retreat. Featuring ocean-view portholes, a queen-size bed (convertible to twins), sitting area and marble-finished bathroom, it provides a calm, light-filled sanctuary where guests can unwind in true Windstar style.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Lounge Area
- Telephone
Ship features
Wind Spirit offers elegant sails, versatile amenities and a relaxed small-ship experience.
- Four tall sailing masts and rigging
- Open-bridge access for guests to observe navigation
- Spa, sauna, and wellness facilities
- Water-sports platform with snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboards
- Library, lounges and bar for casual socialising
- Swimming pool and lounge decks
- Boutique shop onboard
- Comfortable interiors with teak, polished wood and marine styling
