Atlantic Odyssey from the Canary Islands to the Iberian Peninsula

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Las Palmas

Meet at Las Palmas airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        The transfer as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking assistance.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 – Las Palmas

Meet at Las Palmas Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

You will be transferred to the hotel Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5*. Check-in from 2 pm.

Dinner at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Las Palmas

After breakfast and check-out, your walking guided visit will be first focus on Vegueta, Las Palmas’s old colonial area.

Next, enjoy a drive through one of the greenest valleys of the island, “Valle de Agaete” to reach a local winery. An intense citrus scent will meet your noses just getting off your transportation. The winery is blessed with lime and lemon trees scenting the entrance.

On the way, the owner will talk you through all the local vegetation and plants : crops, trees, flowers, and plants as far as your eyes can reach.

Enjoy a delicious tasting.

Next stop will be the lovely village of Arucas, a historical and artistic small town that you will discover through a relaxing walking tour.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

You will then be transferred to the pier of Las Palmas to embark on board your ship.

Your hotel :

The Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5* is located close to the Las Palmas marina and surrounded by beautiful gardens. The city centre and the old town is a 10-minute drive or a 30 minutes easy walk. The hotel features an outside pool, 3 restaurants, a rooftop bar, a wellness centre and a fitness centre. All rooms are fully equipped with air-conditioning, a flat screen TV and a bathroom with a rain-effect shower.

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes :

·        1-night accommodation in Deluxe room at Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5*(local standard) or similar, breakfast included.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine and 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide on day 2.

Your programme does not include :

·        Dinner on day 1.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

·        Early check-in and late check-out.

Please note :

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

·        The walking tour in the old town involves walking on paved and uneven terrain.

·        Official check-in at 2:00 pm.

·        Official check-out at 12:00.

Contact of your hotel :

Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5*
León y Castillo, 227
35005 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Spain
Telephone number : +34 928 24 30 40

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent ; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.