Funchal , Madeira , Portugal Tejeda , Gran Canaria , Canary Islands
DAY 10 • San Cristobal de la Laguna • Garachico Harbor and Old Town
Set off on a walking tour of San Cristobal de la Laguna — a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Then we ’ ll head to Garachico Harbor , its modern port a striking contrast to the nearby historic Old Town .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 11 • Santa Cruz de la Palma Stroll Santa Cruz de La Palma this morning , the capital city of the island , and admire its famous centuriesold architecture and lively port . Then , sit down with a local guide who will explain to us how the most recent volcanic eruptions have altered the islands ’ geology .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 12 • Gáldar • Coffee plantation Delve into the Canary Islands ’ former capital , Gáldar , and discover the rich Guanche history . Afterwards , visit Cenobio de Valerón , an archaeological cave site in Gran Canaria . Then , visit Bodega los Bezerrales — Europe ’ s only coffee plantation .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 13 • Gran Canaria • Fataga village • Maspalomas Dunes
Take a panoramic tour of Gran Canaria ’ s rugged interior today , stopping along the way to witness the Caldera Bandama , the impressive volcanic crater . Later , witness the vast rolling sand dunes of Maspalomas .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 14 • At sea Sit back and enjoy another day at sea , as we bid Spain ’ s Canary Islands adios and head toward our first stop in northwest Africa — Morocco .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 15 • Dakhla , Morocco • White Dunes Board 4x4 vehicles and head to Dakhla ’ s dazzling White Dunes this morning . Later , enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 16 • Tea ceremony at a Sahraoui tent • Local market
Step ashore in Morocco today and drive to a nearby Sahraoui tent — a nomadic dwelling of the Berber people . Here , we ’ ll sit down for a traditional Moroccan tea ceremony . Then enjoy exploring a local market for homemade goods .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 17 • At sea As we cruise to Senegal , our final destination , relax in the lounge or enjoy the scenery from the Sun Deck .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 18 • Dakar , Senegal Enjoy a tour of Senegal ’ s capital city , Dakar , stopping to see the historic railway station , Independence Square , the monument of African renaissance , and the Grand Mosque . Later , enjoy a Farewell Dinner .
Meals : B , L , D | M / V Corinthian
DAY 19 • Disembark ship • Bandia Wildlife Reserve
Disembark our ship this morning . Then , we ’ ll set out to visit the Bandia Wildlife Reserve , one of Senegal ’ s most captivating gems .
Meals : B , D | Pullman Dakar Teranga
DAY 20 • Optional Gorée Island tour • Return to U . S . or begin post-trip extension
You have the opportunity to participate in an optional Gorée Island tour before transferring to the airport for your flight home or before beginning your The Gulf of Guinea : Ghana , Togo & Benin post-trip extension .
Meals : B
See the full deck plan for the M / V Corinthian on page 286 .
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262 Cruise Madeira to the Canary Islands & West Africa