Swap January in Ireland for a week of warm Atlantic islands, starting in Tenerife and sailing through Fuerteventura, Madeira, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and La Palma. With flights, transfers, an ocean view cabin, drinks package and gratuities included, this is a simple way to get winter sun while seeing multiple islands without unpacking.
MSC Fantasia is a large, classic cruise ship with plenty to use across the week. You have four swimming pools, including a covered pool with a retractable roof, plus 12 whirlpools spread across the decks. There is a full MSC Aurea Spa with sauna, steam room, treatment rooms and a gym.
Food is well covered with five restaurants, including main dining rooms, a buffet, a French à la carte option and a Tex Mex restaurant. There are also 13 bars and lounges, including a piano bar, sports bar and café spaces throughout the ship.
Evenings centre around the 1,700 seat theatre with nightly shows, alongside a casino, 4D cinema, Formula 1 simulator and live music venues.
On deck, you have an Aqua Park, jogging track and sports courts for basketball, tennis and squash. Inside, a central piazza style area brings together cafés, shops and a gelato bar, and acts as the main social hub on board.
For a more private space, the MSC Yacht Club offers its own pool, lounge, restaurant, solarium and butler service.
Tenerife gives you a mix of coast and volcanic interior in one place. Stay in Santa Cruz for an easy walk along the waterfront and through the city centre, or head inland to Mount Teide where the scenery shifts quickly to lava fields and wide open views. It is one of the most varied islands on the route.
Fuerteventura is all about the coastline. The Corralejo dunes are the highlight, with long stretches of white sand and clear water. It is one of the best beach stops of the week and an easy place to spend a few hours by the sea.
Madeira stands apart from the Canaries with its green hills and steep coastline. In Funchal, take the cable car up to Monte for views over the harbour, visit the botanical gardens or explore the old town along the waterfront. It is one of the most scenic days of the trip.
Lanzarote is defined by its volcanic landscape. Timanfaya National Park is the main draw, where you see lava fields, craters and geothermal activity up close. It is a very different setting to the other islands and worth getting out to see.
Las Palmas combines a city break with time by the sea. Las Canteras Beach runs along the front, so you can step off the ship and be on the sand within minutes. The old town of Vegueta is worth a visit for its historic streets and local restaurants.
La Palma is quieter and more traditional. The town sits right by the port, with cobbled streets and wooden balconies overlooking the sea. If you go further out, the island opens up into green hills and volcanic viewpoints.
Return flights from Dublin with Aer Lingus, shared airport transfers in Tenerife, 7 night Canary Islands and Madeira cruise on board MSC Fantasia in an Ocean View Stateroom, full board dining, Premium Extra drinks package and gratuities included. Flights depart Dublin on 24 January 2027. Price is correct at the time of posting (31 March 2026). Offers are subject to change.
Price from €1,350 per person
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