Depart: 1800hrs

Arrive: 0700hrs

Depart: 1300hrs

Arrive: 0900hrs

Depart: 1700hrs

Leixoes

The Portuguese port of Leixoes offers the opportunity to explore historic Porto. Famed the world over for its port wine, Porto is perched on the granite cliffs above the River Douro, the two banks linked by some vertigo-inducing bridges. Head into the Ribeira district to visit one of the wine lodges for which the city is world-renowned.

Arrive: 0700hrs

Depart: 1400hrs

Lisbon

The Portuguese capital, Lisbon, is where the great explorers sailed to the New World. Wander up through the cobbled streets of the Alfama towards Sao Jorge Castle, relax by the fountain in Rossi Square or follow the shoreline along to where the ornate battlements of the Belem Tower guard the mouth of the River Tagus.

Arrive: 0900hrs

Depart: 1700hrs

Cadiz

Ancient Cadiz, with its elegant squares, great cathedral and wonderful botanical garden, is a fascinating city. Step ashore to explore, maybe visiting Seville - the Cradle of Flamenco - with its sumptuous cathedral, famous bell tower, wonderful Alcazar and bullring. One of Spain’s greatest jewels, it sparkles more than ever during the celebrations of its annual Feria carnival.

Arrive: 0700hrs

Depart: 2100hrs

Casablanca

Casablanca is forever associated with the eponymous film starring Humphrey Bogart. Much of the city is now startlingly modern, but you'll find traditional life and traces of its long history in the medina and the gigantic Hassan II Mosque. Visit the wonderful beaches and make the most of the designer shopping, or perhaps go to Marrakech to explore the tiny stores, alleys and hidden courtyards of the souks, and its vast, bustling square, the Djemaa El Fna.

Arrive: 1200hrs

Depart: 2300hrs

Las Palmas

Las Palmas is Gran Canaria’s principal port. Wander the palm-fringed squares and cobbled streets of Vegueta, the port's old town, immerse yourself in the bustle of modern Puerto de la Luz or explore the rugged landscape of Pico de las Nieves or the pristine sand dunes of Maspalomas.

Arrive: 0700hrs

Depart: 1800hrs

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands. Discover the land that boasts 'the whole world in one day', maybe swimming in the warm waters or throwing snowballs on the slopes of Mt Teide. Be sure to also check out the capital's glitzy shopping malls, stunning gardens, banana plantations and forests of giant pines and eucalyptus trees.

Arrive: 0700hrs

Depart: 1300hrs

Arrecife

Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote, is the northernmost of the Canary Islands. Enjoy this sun-baked and colourful holiday isle where black-sand beaches run gently down into warm waters. Why not head to the island's ‘Fire Mountain’ to take a camel ride to the edge of a volcano?

Arrive: 0900hrs

Depart: 1600hrs

Funchal

Some 500 miles off the coast of Africa, Madeira is one of the world's most beautiful islands. This sun-blessed subtropical paradise is home to some of the most vibrant and exotic flora on Earth. Relax in Funchal, the island capital, visit the wonderful botanical gardens, and perhaps race downhill from Monte to Livramento in a wickerwork 'toboggan'.

Arrive: 1200hrs

Depart: 2000hrs

Arrive: 0800hrs

Depart: 1900hrs

Ponta Delgada

Your Azores port of call today is Ponta Delgada, the cosmopolitan main town of São Miguel, the largest island in the archipelago. Explore a place that has been a favoured stopping-off point of transatlantic sailors for centuries.

Arrive: 0800hrs

Depart: 1700hrs

Vigo

Today, the cruise will journey into the natural harbour of Ria de Vigo. A historic fishing port, Vigo bustles with life, especially in the cobbled streets of the old town, where the day’s catch is laid out on granite tables, and cafés serve strong coffee to arriving fishermen - and cruise holidaymakers. Stroll the seafront, or visit Santiago de Compostela, the destination of pilgrims and arguably the world’s first tourist destination.

Arrive: 0800hrs