8 Night Cruise sailing from Funchal to Gran Canaria aboard Le Ponant.

Experience the privilege of a relaxing cruise aboard Le Ponant, crafted to respect the tradition of famous sailing yachts.

In the respect of three master's nautical tradition, Le Ponant will make you discover new shores.

The public rooms are flexible and able to receive all the passengers at once for conferences, calls presentation, or work sessions: Sun Deck, Karukera Restaurant, Saphir and Main Lounge.
French Cuisine, Reception and house keeping respect our best traditions. You will enjoy the comfort and refinement of our 32 cabins, all external and fully equipped: minibar, flat screen TV, Hi-fi Radio

Under full sail, gliding over the sea with the wind, you will fall under Le Ponant's spell. The refined life on board, the welcoming charm of your cabin, the lounges and the restaurants setting will encourage you to relax/ are as many invitations to relax.

The ship capacity limited to 64 passengers provides intimacy and convivial atmosphere to the cruise.

Highlights of this cruise:

Funchal
Funchal is the centuries old capital of Madeira, an island in a Portuguese Archipelago consisting of Madeira, Porto Santo and the uninhabited islands of Selvagens or Desertas. Funchal is located in an absolutely unique area. The almost 'amphitheatre' like formation it rests in begins on the beach and rises almost 1200 metres on gentle slopes.

Funchal is an enchanting town set on a glittering bay against a background of soaring green mountains. Its historic core overlooks the harbour and features some fine government buildings and stately 18th century mansions.

Attractions include the botanical gardens located on the edge of the city, and after that the famous Monte toboggan ride back into town. East of the city and rising to a height of almost 600 metres is Cabo Girão, the world's second-highest sea cliff. The rest of the island is easily reachable from Funchal, including the characteristic triangle-shaped houses at Santana on the north coast, and the secluded deep-valley location of Curral das Freiras, where nuns sought refuge from invading pirates in the mid 16th century.

Arrecife
Lanzarote is the smaller of the two main Canary Islands, located about 100 km off the African coast. It's capital, Arrecife, is home to the Canary Island's largest fishing fleet, due to its close proximity to mainland Africa. Shopping opportunities for souvenirs include local embroideries, baskets, and native Guanche pottery.

Arrecife has three beaches, Playa Blanca, El Reducto and Guacineta. Playa El Reducto, just south of Arrecife, is said to be the best beach. A short camel trek through Timanfaya National Park in the Fire Mountains is a popular tourist activity.

The primary destination along the northern coast from Arrecife is the volcanic grottoes at Jameos del Agua, formed when the lava flow reached the Atlantic Ocean.

Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is the largest of the seven Canary Islands, which are located 150 km's from the North African coast. The capital, Las Palmas boasts golden beaches near the city, and lush, rugged interior terrain ravines surrounding a beautiful valley.

Las Palmas picturesque Old Town is rich in Spanish culture, historical sites and lovely garden parks. These include archaeological sites and areas relating to the early inhabitants.

The island of Gran Canaria has a long tradition of spectator sports, such as soccer, basketball and motor rallies, in addition to autochthonous sports, such as Canarian wrestling, juego del palo and lateen sailing. It is said that sport is part of the Canarian character.