The best way to explore the Canary Islands? By sun lounger

When you’re going on holiday, you want to start relaxing as soon as possible.

On a P&O Cruises holiday, that’s exactly what will happen. The journey is part of the experience, and the fun begins as soon as you step on board.

With every P&O Cruises fly-cruise holiday, economy flights, stylish accommodation, delicious food and endless entertainment are all included. Signature service also comes as standard on all P&O Cruises holidays.

It’s little wonder P&O Cruises was named '2025 Cruise Critic Best Cruise Line', '2025 Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays', and '2025 Best Cruise Line for Customer Service'.

Ever travelled by sun lounger? On board stylish Ventura, one of many P&O Cruises ships that sail to the Canaries from Southampton, you can relax by the pool as you sail down the Atlantic Coast.

On a 14-day Spain, Portugal and Canary Islands trip, you’ll wake up to a different view every day. Can’t decide which Canary Island to visit? With a P&O Cruises holiday, you’ll island-hop around several, with plenty of time to discover the unique character and charm of each destination.

Read on to discover what to look forward to on your Canary Islands cruise holiday and our Travel Editor’s hotspot highlights.

Tenerife boasts beautiful beaches, secret coves, charming villages, vibrant nightlife and dramatic natural wonders, including Spain’s tallest mountain, Mount Teide. You could take a cable car to the top for breathtaking views.

Lanzarote, meanwhile, is an island full of surprises, brimming with culture and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Highlights include the Fire Mountains in Timanfaya National Park.

The artist César Manrique helped turn the island into a living work of art, creating sites such as the subterranean