About the cruise

This is a great opportunity to head to the year-round warmth of the Canaries and get away from the hectic pre-Christmas period at home. With Aurora decorated for the festive season, it’s the ideal way to get some pre-holiday relaxation. It is also a good opportunity to find unique Christmas gifts for your family and friends in the stylish boutiques of Madeira and Lisbon.

This cruise on board Aurora is both a scenic and cultural extravaganza. The natural beauty and diversity of the Canary Islands and Madeira is awe-inspiring. You’ll find volcanic landscapes, endless pine forests and sun-drenched beaches. There are also pretty villages and fabulous Botanical Gardens to wander through.

Portugal’s vibrant capital Lisbon is filled with classical squares and stately buildings and is home to the fascinating Alfama district with its maze of cobbled streets. And the historic coastal city of Vigo, with its cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, is a great way to end your cruise.