The Canary Islands Discovery Mega Yacht Cruise

A 7 nights cruise that shows the cultural diversity of the Canary Islands

7 Nights, 8 days cruise.

Why go: many people swerve “the Canaries”, thinking they are simply fly and flop beach holidays destinations. If that’s your mindset it’s well worth thinking again as, seen at sea-level, this mountainous volcanic archipelago laying 100 kms off the coast of Morocco is quite stunning. so why go? Go and see the wonderful bits the fly-and-floppers never get to!

In brief: it’s actually quite easy to get around this group of islands by sea and this sort of itinerary is perfect for small ship, small group cruising. There are one of two bigger ports but once you get off the beaten track to the smaller islands its much more friendly to moor up in the smaller harbours. The Canaries are an outpost of Spain, with a familiar Spanish flavour, but you’ll find amazing contrast of shining golden sand dunes, deep blue seas, green forest and unique black volcanic lava fields. It’s beautiful, it’s enchanting, there are UNESCO World Heritage sites aplenty, and you see a new island every day of your stay.

Your vessel: the superb small ship M/Y Harmony V

Ports of call: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria - Los Cristianos, Tenerife - Santa Cruz de la Palma - Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Playa Blance, Lanzarote - Corralejo, Fuerteventura - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

The Yacht Cruise Experience

The Weather

From west to east the main islands are La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote.

Year round the Canary Islands receive warm, sunny weather with an average temperature that ranges from 17°C in the winter to 24°C in the summer.

Day-by-Day Itinerary From Tenerife

Day 1

Los Cristianos Port (Tenerife)

Embarkation between 14.30 (2:30 p.m.) and 16:00 (4:00 p.m.) from the bustling with life Los Christianos Port, due to its wide range of bars, restaurants and resorts. After you board, you will enjoy a Welcome drink followed by an evening dinner. Late embarkation is possible until 23:00. Overnight in port.

Day 2

Santa Cruz (La Palma)

Early morning arrival in Santa Cruz de la Palma. Optional full day excursion visiting the historic old town of Santa Cruz de La Palma and to TABURIENTE NATIONAL PARK to visit the museum. Then travel towards the crater itself (weather permitting). A visit to EL PASO, a nice traditional Canary village will take place just in time before we stop in a restaurant for an inclusive lunch. The tour continues to visit La Glorieta near Las Manchas and arrival at the VOLCANO SAN ANTONIO for an optional walk to the volcano rim. Overnight in Port.

Day 3

Valle Gran Rey (La Gomera) – Santa Cruz (Tenerife)

Early morning sailing and arrival in Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera Island. Upon morning arrival in Valle Gran Rey de La Gomera. Τhere you can participate in the optional half day excursion passing through the villages of Arure and Valle Hermoso to reach the small village of Rosas, where you can enjoy a demonstration of the famous Gomera whistling language. Continue to the Garajonay National Park, a paradise of laurel, nature reserve, declared as Universal Patrimony by the UNESCO. Evening sailing to Tenerife.

Day 4

Santa Cruz (Tenerife)

We arrive in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the morning. Optional half day excursion to Santa Cruz and La Laguna, former capital of Tenerife and UNESCO Heritage Site. Beginning in the central Plaza del Adelantado which is surrounded by historical buildings, we visit the Town Hall which dates back to 1546, the Casa de Anchieta, the Palacio de Nava with its original stone façade and the Monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena. We will then continue to the capital city of Tenerife, Santa Cruz, where you will find the modern auditorium and you can visit the heart of the city, la Plaza de España. Overnight at sea.

Day 5

Marina Rubicon/Playa Blanca (Lanzarote)

Morning arrival in Lanzarote. Optional full day excursion to Lanzarote where we will visit the southern part of the island to admire a panoramic view of the El Janubio salt mines and the famous “Lava Coast”, “Los Hervideros” rocks engraved by the sea action and the wind erosion. We continue to “El Golfo”, travelling into the Fire Mountains and among volcanoes to visit the Timanfaya National Park. After a short stop for an inclusive lunch, we visit the César Manrique Foundation. We continue towards La Geria the Lanzarote wine route which includes a careful selection of wineries and wine tasting. Overnight in port.

Day 6

Corralejo Port (Fuerteventura)

In the morning we arrive in Corralejo Port. Enjoy an optional half day excursion on the island and discover Betancuria, the original capital of the aborigine Kingdom of the Canary Islands, and later capital of Fuerteventura until 1834. Once in Betancuria we will visit La Casa Santa María. There we will be introduced to the islands traditions and go to a goat farm and find out how Majorero cheeses are prepared, also we have the opportunity to taste it. On our way back to Corralejo we stop in an Aloe Vera factory to learn about its impressive health benefits. Afternoon at leisure with the possibility for a swim at the nearby beach. In the late evening we sail to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria Island.

Day 7

Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)

We arrive in Las Palmas in the morning. The optional half day excursion takes us along the Tamaraceite road and we reach Villa de Teror, the main religious centre of the island. This villa is almost overshadowed by the 18th century Basilica de Nuestra Señora Del Pino. Past Valleseco, the road leads to Cruz de Tejeda in the centre of the island, set above the sea level. You can see the famous rock monuments of the island: Roque Nublo, Roque Bentayga and Roque El Fraile. We pass through Tafira and stop on the Canary Island Botanical Garden to enjoy its impressive collection of plants and trees from the Macaronesia Region. Overnight at sea to Los Cristianos port, Tenerife.

Day 8

Los Cristianos Port (Tenerife)

Morning arrival – Disembarkation from 8:00 to 9.30 am

Day-by-Day Itinerary From Gran Canaria

Day 1

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Board ship between 2.30 pm and 4 pm (late embarkation is possible until 11.00 pm) and join the company for welcome drinks followed by an evening dinner. Overnight at sea to Los Cristianos port – South Tenerife

Day 2

Los Cristianos, south Tenerife

Morning arrival in the lively port at Los Cristianos Port, South Tenerife. It’s a bustling little resort with a range of bars and restaurants. You can relax on the nearby beaches or go on an optional half day excursion to Mount Tiede, the highest peak in Spain. The tour begins with an ascent from sea-level to 2370 meters into Canadas National Park and at the foot of the volcano, you get the beautiful views of Ucanca Valley along with the spectacle of one of the biggest craters in the world. Overnight in port.

Day 3

Los Cristianos Port – Santa Cruz de la Palma

Early morning arrival into Santa Cruz de la Palma, om the island of La Palma, for an optional full day excursion to the historic old town of Santa Cruz de la Palma, the museum at Taburiente National Park, an dlunch in the traditional island village of El Paso. In the afternoon we visit La Glorieta near Las Manchas and get the opportunity to walk to the volcano rim at San Antonio. Overnight in port.

Day 4

Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera

A short morning cruise gets us to Valle Gran Rey on La Gomera – one of the least discovered of the Canaries. Our optional half day excursion takes in the villages of Arure and Valle Hermoso en route to Rosas, for a demonstration of the famous Gomera whistling language, before continuing to the UNESCO rated Garajonay National Park. This evening we sail back to Tenerife.

Day 5

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

We arrive in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the morning for an optional half day excursion starting at La Laguna, former capital of Tenerife and a UNESCO Heritage site, to visit the central Plaza del Adelantado, surrounded by historical buildings, the Town Hall which dates back to 1546, the Casa de Anchieta, and the Palacio de Nava with it’s original stone facade and the monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena. We continue to the modern Capital of Tenerife, Santa Cruz, to visit the heart of the city, la Plaza de Espana. Overnigt at sea.

Day 6

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote

Today’s optional excursion to Lanzarote visits the southern part of the island for a panoramic view of the El Janubio salt mines and the famous Lava Coast and Los Hervideros – rocks engraved by the sea action and wind erosion. Then it’s on to El Golfo and the “Fire Mountains” amongst the Timanfaya National Park. After lunch, we visit the Cesar Manrique Foundation then continue down the Lanzarote wine route, which includes a selection of wineries and wine tasting. Overnight in port.

Day 7

Corralejo – Fuerteventura Island

Optional half day excursion on this big but little known island takes us to Betancuria, the original capital of the aborigine kingdom of the Canary Islands and later capital of Fuerteventura until 1834. In Batancuria we visit La Casa Santa Maria and be introduced to the island’s traditions. We also visit a goat farm to see how Majorero cheeses are prepared and have a tasting. On our way back to Corralejo we stop at an Aloe Vera factory and discover it’s impressive health benefits. Then its a leisurely afternoon with the possibility of a swim at a nearby beach. In the late evening we set sail for Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Day 8

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Morning arrival and disembarkation from 8:00 to 9.30 am

M/Y Harmony V

The Harmony V is a modern elegant yacht with a sleek high-tech look very similar to the private yachts to be found in the famous ports of the world. The 56 meter long/8.4 meter wide Mega-Yacht was launched in June 2009 and complies with Eurosolas safety regulations while its powerful engines, generators and state of the art twin stabilizers will allow for safe and comfortable cruising.

A spacious lounge with classy seating and an American Bar leads into a dining area decorated with warm colors. Both areas offer large windows providing for the most beautiful views of all destinations the ship cruises to. The 200 m2 sundeck offers a shaded outdoor area for all day dining and a bar as well as sun chairs and loungers. The swimming platform on Harmony V stern will allow for easy access to the ship and for a wide range of sea related activities.

M/Y	Harmony V
Launched / Rebuilt	2009
Length	55.00 meters
Breadth	8.20 meters
Draft	3.00 meters
Crew	16 - 18 persons
Cruising speed	11.00 knots
Cabins	25

Cabins

Category C:

Main Deck

1 Double Bed

The category C cabins are located on the main deck offering large windows, an en suite bathroom with shower and elegant Corian finishing on walls and floors. The cabins are equipped with flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.

Category B:

Main Deck

2 Lower Beds or 1 Double Bed

The Category B cabins are located on the Main Deck offering large windows, an en suite bathroom with shower and elegant Corian finishing on walls and floors. The cabins are equipped with flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.

Category A:

Upper Deck

2 Lower Beds or 1 Double Bed

Category P:

Upper Deck

2 Lower Beds or 1 Double Bed

The Category P cabins are located on the Upper Deck offering a sofa, large windows, an en suite bathroom with shower and elegant Corian finishing on walls and floors. The cabins are equipped with flat screen TV sets, DVD players, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.

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