Canary Islands (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Spain

Impressions of Tenerife

Seaside Resort and Botanical Gardens Visit the popular Puerto de la Cruz and enjoy the exotic plants, flowers and trees of the botanical gardens. You will enjoy a panoramic island drive though the lush green landscape and tropical fruit plantations of the Orotava Valley region to reach Puerto de la Cruz. Both Spanish and island traditions are evident in the former fishing village, which is now one of Tenerife’s top resorts, lined with narrow cobblestone streets, traditional colonial-style cafés and bars, charming plazas and a quaint harbor. Enjoy free time to stroll around the seaside resort at your leisure. Continue on to the city's world-class botanical garden (Jardín de Aclimatación de la Orotava, or JAO)—home to a plethora of exotic tropical and subtropical plants, including the South American Coussapoa dealbata , or liana tree, with a mass of intertwining trunks. Finally, stop for photos overlooking the Orotava Valley before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.