254 cruises found
In the Atlantic, cruising feels like a breath of sea air as you leave Europe's major ports behind for volcanic islands, hillside gardens, sun-drenched urban beaches, and horizons that constantly shift with the light over the ocean.
Between Madeira, the Canary Islands, and the Azores, the journey moves between relaxed port calls, spectacular landscapes, historic centers, swimming, scenic overlooks, and boat trips.
This destination works equally well for a first island cruise or a more contemplative itinerary focused on scenery, climate, and the pleasure of sailing.
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Atlantic
Itinerary : New York, Halifax, St Johns, Cork, Holyhead, Greenock, Belfast, Liverpool, Portland, Tilbury, Hamburg, Amsterdam, Brugge, Le Havre, Bilbao, The Coruna, Porto, Lisbon, Cadiz, Ceuta, Casablanca, Madeira, Punta Delgada, New York
Coral Princess
43 d
Inside Stateroom
New York
10/15/2027
from
US$ 5,851
Itinerary : Southampton, Brest, Lisbon, Vigo, Cherbourg, Southampton
MSC Virtuosa
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/31/2026
from
US$ 916
Itinerary : Southampton, Vigo, Lisbon, Puerto de Santa Maria, Bilbao, Southampton
1 other departures
Freedom of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/07/2027
from
US$ 1,020
Other departures:
09 Aug 2027
Itinerary : Southampton, La Rochelle, Bilbao, The Coruna, Le Havre, Southampton
MSC Virtuosa
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/24/2026
from
US$ 1,046
Itinerary : Southampton, Le Havre, Bilbao, Puerto de Santa Maria, Vigo, Southampton
1 other departures
Freedom of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
05/16/2027
from
US$ 1,106
Other departures:
30 May 2027
Itinerary : Southampton, Vigo, Lisbon, Puerto de Santa Maria, Gjion, Bilbao, Southampton
Freedom of the Seas
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/28/2027
from
US$ 1,125
Itinerary : Southampton, Brest, Vigo, Leixoes, Le Havre, Southampton
MSC Meraviglia
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/30/2027
from
US$ 1,132
Itinerary : Southampton, La Rochelle, Bilbao, The Coruna, Southampton
MSC Meraviglia
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
07/04/2027
from
US$ 1,144
Itinerary : Southampton, Gjion, La Rochelle, Bilbao, Cherbourg, Southampton
6 other departures
MSC Meraviglia
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/04/2027
from
US$ 1,185
Other departures:
29 May 2027
23 Oct 2027
20 May 2028
Other departures
Itinerary : Southampton, Brest, Leixoes, Vigo, Cherbourg, Southampton
1 other departures
MSC Meraviglia
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/25/2027
from
US$ 1,185
Other departures:
02 Sep 2028
Itinerary : Southampton, Bilbao, Lisbon, Vigo, Southampton
1 other departures
Freedom of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
05/09/2027
from
US$ 1,197
Other departures:
04 Jul 2027
Itinerary : Southampton, Brest, Lisbon, Vigo, Cherbourg, Southampton
4 other departures
MSC Meraviglia
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/23/2028
from
US$ 1,281
Other departures:
12 Jun 2027
10 Jul 2027
24 Jun 2028
Other departures
Itinerary : Southampton, La Rochelle, Bilbao, The Coruna, Cherbourg, Southampton
MSC Virtuosa
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/05/2026
from
US$ 1,363
Itinerary : Southampton, Le Havre, Bilbao, Puerto de Santa Maria, Vigo, Cherbourg, Southampton
Liberty of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/25/2026
from
US$ 1,440
Itinerary : Southampton, The Coruna, Bilbao, Bordeaux, Cherbourg, Southampton
Sky Princess
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
03/22/2027
from
US$ 1,471
Itinerary : Southampton, Gjion, La Rochelle, Bilbao, Le Havre, Southampton
MSC Meraviglia
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/21/2028
from
US$ 1,481
Itinerary : Southampton, The Coruna, Gibraltar, Casablanca, Cadiz, Southampton
MSC Meraviglia
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
10/14/2027
from
US$ 1,506
Itinerary : Southampton, Bilbao, Lisbon, Vigo, Puerto de Santa Maria, Southampton
Freedom of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
06/26/2027
from
US$ 1,531
Itinerary : Southampton, Vigo, Lisbon, Cadiz, Puerto de Santa Maria, Bilbao, Southampton
1 other departures
Liberty of the Seas
10 d
Balcony Stateroom
Southampton
09/09/2026
from
US$ 2,634
Other departures:
31 Aug 2026
Itinerary : Southampton, Gjion, Cadiz, Malaga, Alicante, Ibiza, Tarragona, Casablanca, The Coruna, Southampton
MSC Meraviglia
15 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
07/24/2027
from
US$ 2,647
Itinerary : Piraieus, Rhodes, Bodrum, Dalyan River, Santorini, Hydra, Piraieus
1 other departures
Star Flyer
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
09/19/2026
from
US$ 2,975
Other departures:
29 Aug 2026
Itinerary : Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Casablanca, Willis Island, Brisbane
5 other departures
Carnival Luminosa
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
01/24/2027
from
US$ 618
Other departures:
15 Jan 2027
14 Mar 2027
11 Dec 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Southampton, Ferrol, Vigo, Lisbon, Southampton
Queen Victoria
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
01/03/2027
from
US$ 970
Itinerary : Barcelona, Tangier, Casablanca, Funchal, Porto, Lisbon
Mariner of the Seas
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Barcelona
09/25/2027
from
US$ 1,010
Itinerary : Porto, Regua, Porto Antiguo, Porto
6 other departures
Fernao de Magalhaes
6 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Porto
11/11/2026
from
US$ 1,011
Other departures:
06 Nov 2026
21 Mar 2027
29 Oct 2027
Other departures
Funchal
Monte
Lido
Funchal
Monte
Lido
Funchal
Monte
Lido
Las Palmas
Tenerife
Lanzarote
Las Palmas
Tenerife
Lanzarote
Las Palmas
Tenerife
Lanzarote
Ponta Delgada
Sete Cidades
Portas do Mar
Ponta Delgada
Sete Cidades
Portas do Mar
Ponta Delgada
Sete Cidades
Portas do Mar
Weather & swimming
Very pleasant in the Canary Islands and Madeira, with mild temperatures, winter light, and good conditions for walking and sightseeing.
Expert advice
An excellent time to find sunshine without traveling too far. The Canary Islands and Madeira are the most reliable choices for a sun-filled winter cruise.
Weather & swimming
Gardens, flowers, and boat trips. Mild weather, greener landscapes, and often favorable conditions for walks and excursions.
Expert advice
A very good time for Madeira and the Azores. Spring is especially rewarding for gardens, viewpoints, and opportunities to see certain species of whales and dolphins.
Weather & swimming
Warmer and livelier, with more pleasant water temperatures, many outdoor activities, and a more summery atmosphere in port.
Expert advice
A good time to include the Azores and make the most of boat excursions. In the Canary Islands, the heat often remains more manageable than in other Mediterranean regions.
Weather & swimming
Still mild but sometimes more variable, with beautiful light and a quieter pace, although ocean conditions may be more changeable on some itineraries.
Expert advice
A good option for keeping the island spirit going, especially in Madeira and the Canary Islands. Build some flexibility into your plans for the weather in the Azores.
| Season | Weather & swimming | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
January - March & December | Very pleasant in the Canary Islands and Madeira, with mild temperatures, winter light, and good conditions for walking and sightseeing. | An excellent time to find sunshine without traveling too far. The Canary Islands and Madeira are the most reliable choices for a sun-filled winter cruise. |
April - June | Gardens, flowers, and boat trips. Mild weather, greener landscapes, and often favorable conditions for walks and excursions. | A very good time for Madeira and the Azores. Spring is especially rewarding for gardens, viewpoints, and opportunities to see certain species of whales and dolphins. |
July - September Warmer and livelier, with more pleasant water temperatures, many outdoor activities, and a more summery atmosphere in port. A good time to include the Azores and make the most of boat excursions. In the Canary Islands, the heat often remains more manageable than in other Mediterranean regions. | ||
October - November | Still mild but sometimes more variable, with beautiful light and a quieter pace, although ocean conditions may be more changeable on some itineraries. | A good option for keeping the island spirit going, especially in Madeira and the Canary Islands. Build some flexibility into your plans for the weather in the Azores. |
The Atlantic's most rewarding port calls often strike a balance between city sights, dramatic landscapes, and the waterfront. Focusing on a few standout places makes for a better day than rushing from one sight to the next.
Madeira
Monte and the hills above Funchal offer spectacular views over the bay, gardens, and hillsides dotted with houses.
In the Azores
Sete Cidades is one of the Atlantic's most beautiful volcanic landscapes, with twin lakes surrounded by green ridges.
In Tenerife
The landscapes around Mount Teide have a stark, volcanic character that is very different from the archipelago's beaches.
Madeira
Monte and the hills above Funchal offer spectacular views over the bay, gardens, and hillsides dotted with houses.
In the Azores
Sete Cidades is one of the Atlantic's most beautiful volcanic landscapes, with twin lakes surrounded by green ridges.
In Tenerife
The landscapes around Mount Teide have a stark, volcanic character that is very different from the archipelago's beaches.
Funchal
The old town, Mercado dos Lavradores, and Rua de Santa Maria make for a lively, enjoyable port call that is easy to explore on foot.
In Las Palmas
Vegueta offers a real sense of history, with its cathedral, cobblestone streets, museums, and colonial houses.
In Ponta Delgada
The town center, Portas da Cidade, and marina make it easy to plan a focused yet well-paced visit.
Funchal
The old town, Mercado dos Lavradores, and Rua de Santa Maria make for a lively, enjoyable port call that is easy to explore on foot.
In Las Palmas
Vegueta offers a real sense of history, with its cathedral, cobblestone streets, museums, and colonial houses.
In Ponta Delgada
The town center, Portas da Cidade, and marina make it easy to plan a focused yet well-paced visit.
Madeira
Funchal's cable car provides one of the finest views over the city, port, and Atlantic.
In Gran Canaria
Las Canteras Beach offers a highly photogenic setting with an urban promenade, pale sand, and a natural reef.
In the Azores
The Vista do Rei viewpoint at Sete Cidades remains São Miguel's most iconic view.
Madeira
Funchal's cable car provides one of the finest views over the city, port, and Atlantic.
In Gran Canaria
Las Canteras Beach offers a highly photogenic setting with an urban promenade, pale sand, and a natural reef.
In the Azores
The Vista do Rei viewpoint at Sete Cidades remains São Miguel's most iconic view.
See Funchal from above before descending to the old town
Madeira often stands out as a well-rounded port of call because it combines dramatic landscapes, gardens, an old town, and the waterfront in one day. Travelers especially enjoy heading up to Monte for the views over the bay, then returning to Funchal to stroll through the painted streets and try a poncha.
Combine an urban beach with Las Palmas' historic district
In the Canary Islands, Las Palmas is popular because the port call is easy to organize without sacrificing variety. Travelers can move easily from Vegueta, with its streets and colonial houses, to Las Canteras, a broad urban beach ideal for walking, swimming, or lunch beside the ocean.
Take in the wild Atlantic from the viewpoints of the Azores
The Azores impress travelers with landscapes that are more rugged, less beach-focused, and intensely green. Sete Cidades, crater lakes, cliffs, and boat trips create the feeling of more secluded Atlantic islands where nature fills almost the entire scene.
Try a poncha amid Funchal's painted streets
In Funchal, many travelers enjoy spending time in the old town instead of visiting only the viewpoints. Around Rua de Santa Maria, painted doors, small terraces, and poncha bars create a lively, local port experience that is easy to enjoy on foot.
Swim at Las Canteras, where the city meets pale sand and a natural reef
In Gran Canaria, Las Canteras is a popular break because it requires almost no planning. The promenade, restaurants, protected swimming areas, and urban-beach atmosphere make it easy to enjoy the Canary Islands without traveling far from port.
Watch whales and dolphins from Ponta Delgada
In the Azores, boat trips are among the experiences travelers mention most often. From Ponta Delgada, sightings of dolphins, sperm whales, or other whale species, depending on the season, add another dimension to the port call, one more directly connected to the ocean and the archipelago's isolated position.
Sail the Atlantic and enjoy a myriad of destinations
Atlantic cruise: discover the four corners of the world
When you embark on an Atlantic cruise, you'll have the chance to travel to the four corners of the world, in the truest sense of the word. The Atlantic Ocean borders the eastern seaboard of the American continent, the western coastline of Africa and part of Europe. The Atlantic is dotted with numerous islands, either lost in the middle of this vast ocean or located off its coasts. The Canary Islands, closer to the African coast than to Spain, to which the archipelago belongs, are among the best known. These islands await you in the Atlantic, where the land enjoys exceptional sunshine all year round. The Cape Verde archipelago also joins the list of South Atlantic islands. Coastal countries such as Morocco and Spain are among the Atlantic's top destinations.
In its northern part, the Atlantic Ocean takes you to charming lands such as Great Britain, Ireland and Iceland. As you sail north, you'll approach the Arctic Circle and discover the beauty of the North. A North Atlantic cruise will take you to Greenland, an island attached to Denmark, located northwest of Canada. In fact, it was from here that the first major crossings of the Atlantic Ocean took place around the 10th century, during the perilous explorations undertaken by the Vikings. Once dubbed the "Sea of Darkness", the Atlantic bordering Africa was not traversed by navigators until the early 15th century, when Africa was bypassed on the way to India. The end of the 15th century marked the beginning of Atlantic crossings, with Christopher Columbus's expedition linking Europe and America.
An Atlantic cruise: a myriad of ports of call
In addition to discovering or rediscovering the joys of sailing, an Atlantic cruise will enable you to make your dreams of escape come true by condensing several destinations into a single voyage. The Atlantic offers numerous itinerary possibilities: crossing the Atlantic from the American continent to Europe, cruising the North Atlantic, deep-sea voyages in the South Atlantic, etc. Embarking from Brazil to Spain, for example, you'll pass through the Canary archipelago and Cape Verde. Each stopover is an opportunity to discover a new destination. Between volcanoes, beaches and exuberant nature, Cape Verde is a multi-faceted destination that invites you to discover astonishing landscapes. Each island has its own surprises in store. The island of Santo Antao may seem inhospitable at first glance, but as you stroll along, you'll discover an alternation of mountains and verdant valleys. Experience the beauty of this diversity along the Estrada Corda road. On the island of Fogo, hike up the eponymous volcano before setting sail for the island of Sal, where the beaches await you for hours of idleness.
Off the Moroccan coast, another archipelago has earned a reputation among travelers. This is the Canary archipelago. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, the Canaries have a seductive spring-like climate.
The island of Lanzarote sums up the diversity of the archipelago's landscape: rocky mountains of austere charm, lunar landscapes created by the solidification of lava, vineyards with their unusual half-moon-shaped stone walls, not to mention the fine sandy beaches. Here, the sand is sometimes black. In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, discover the urban face of the archipelago. Day and night, this city is always bustling, especially during the carnival held here every year in February and March.
Sail the Atlantic to your heart's content
Discover the countries of the Atlantic Ocean at your leisure. If you want to experience the magic of the Northern Lights, take a North Atlantic cruise to Iceland or Norway, where this natural phenomenon occurs in the dead of winter. Winter is also the best time to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Far North. It starts in September and ends in March. If you want to enjoy the awakening of nature, opt for a summer cruise. June, July and August are the best time to discover this facet of the northern countries. It's also the best time to hike the fjords and enjoy the sunshine 24 hours a day.
Below the equator, the southern Atlantic gives way to sunny destinations. Between the islands and coastal towns of Morocco and Portugal, the Atlantic has more than enough to keep you dreaming. On the American continent, for example, temperatures remain pleasant all year round, with rainy periods varying according to the region, the Amazon being the wettest. The further west you go, the wetter the climate. Generally speaking, the rains come between December and June. The rest of the year is sunny, especially along the Atlantic coast. Portugal can also be visited all year round, although winter can be harsh inland. Summer is the best time to visit this part of the country, from June to September. In the Algarve region and throughout the southern part of the country, the weather remains pleasant all year round. The same applies to Morocco's Atlantic coast.
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