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Spanien (Kanaren) ∙ Gran Canaria ∙ Las Palmas

7 Tage Costa Smeralda (VP) + 3 Tage Abora Continental

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Travel information

PLEASE BE SURE TO NOTE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REGARDING THE CRUISE:
Combined product consisting of a cruise on the Costa Smeralda and a land-based holiday, including all transfers between them.
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You are booking a cabin in the MyCruise fare, including full board.
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Accommodation in hotel: Double room type I
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Selectable meals at the hotel: All Inclusive, All Inclusive Plus
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If flights take place on the day of embarkation/disembarkation, please ensure that you only combine flights that match the departure and arrival times of the respective ship: 
- Latest arrival for outbound flight if the trip begins with the cruise: 3:00 PM
- Earliest possible departure for return flight if the trip ends with the cruise: 9:30 AM
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Further information about the cruise can be found at:
https://www.schauinsland-reisen.de/kreuzfahrten/costa/informationen

Notice

The travel offer you have selected has a duration of 10 days and includes various individual services. Accommodation on the ship always takes place for 7 days according to the program. The pre- and post-stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day. Transfers between airport-hotel-ship are always included.

Costa Smeralda from/to Gran Canaria (7 Days)

Highlights

  • Samsara Spa with 6,000 m² area spanning four decks.
  • Aqua-Park with multiple water slides and skywalk at approx. 65 m height.
  • Full board with a total of 11 restaurants on board.
  • Kids club with age-appropriate programs for guests aged 3 to 17.
  • Fitness center with sea view, multi-purpose sports field, and jogging track.

Itinerary

*Winter 26/27*
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Component coding: LPA563
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Canary Islands with Madeira & Morocco
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Dates: Weekly on Thursdays from Nov 19 to Dec 24, 2026
Embarkation at the port of Las Palmas takes place until 6:00 PM.
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Sample itinerary for Nov 19, 2026:
Day 1 (Thursday): GRAN CANARIA
Day 2 (Friday): MADEIRA
Day 3 (Saturday): AT SEA
Day 4 (Sunday): TENERIFE
Day 5 (Monday): TENERIFE
Day 6 (Tuesday): FUERTEVENTURA
Day 7 (Wednesday): LANZAROTE/ATLANTIS CREST (AT SEA)
Day 8 (Thursday): GRAN CANARIA

Depending on the travel date, the routes lead to Madeira, La Palma, or Morocco. Overnight stays on Lanzarote and Gran Canaria as well as double island calls offer special travel highlights.
The exact routes for each date can be found at:
https://www.schauinsland-reisen.de/kreuzfahrten/costa/informationen

***WHEN BOOKING: PLEASE NOTE FLIGHT TIME REQUIREMENTS***
Latest arrival for outbound flight (if the trip begins with the cruise): 3:00 PM
Earliest possible return flight (if the trip ends with the cruise): 9:30 AM

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Subject to changes in itinerary and sailing/docking times by Costa. The current official descriptions from Costa apply.
Aerial view of a cruise ship with sun decks and transparent domes at sea.

Facilities

Hotel interior with swimming pool, hot tub, and large panoramic windows.
Modern Nutella counter with bright interior and service area in a hotel.
Elegant restaurant with warm lighting, dark wood, and modern decor for stylish dining.
Round hotel bar counter with multicolored ceiling decor and warm lighting in open space.
The Costa Smeralda stands for Italian hospitality, modern design, and a Mediterranean lifestyle. The flagship of the Costa fleet impresses with spacious outdoor areas, a stylish ambiance, and numerous opportunities to experience the sea from unique perspectives. Architectural highlights include the impressive "Piazza di Spagna" with its imposing staircase at the stern, as well as the promenade with a glass floor, which allows for spectacular views of the ocean.
Numerous restaurants and bars with Italian and international specialties ensure a varied culinary experience on board. A versatile entertainment program with shows, live music, and attractive leisure activities offers top-tier entertainment for every taste. The modern and comfortably furnished cabins create a pleasant feel-good atmosphere and invite you to relax and linger after eventful days.
Costa "Sea Destinations" – Special moments at sea
With the exclusive "Sea Destinations," Costa Cruises creates unforgettable experiences directly at sea. At selected locations, the ship slows down or pauses at special positions to enable extraordinary events in a unique atmosphere. Fascinating stargazing, atmospheric theme evenings, and other exclusive onboard events make these special moments a highlight of every journey. The "Sea Destinations," already included in the trip price, offer impressive experiences and unforgettable moments amidst the vastness of the sea.

Accommodation

Inside cabin

The modern and functionally furnished inside cabins of the Costa Smeralda offer a comfortable ambiance for relaxing days at sea. Features include air conditioning, interactive satellite TV (pay-TV for a fee), bathroom with shower and WC, hairdryer, safe, minibar (for a fee), and Wi-Fi (for a fee).
With a size of approx. 13 m², the inside cabins accommodate up to four people. Depending on cabin location and category, some have separate beds. The thoughtful design ensures a pleasant atmosphere and high living comfort throughout the entire cruise.

Modern hotel room with large bed, mirrored wall, and workspace.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, and seating area in warm tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed and round window showing ocean view.

Outside cabin

The outside cabins of the Costa Smeralda feature a large window or, in some cases, portholes and offer a beautiful sea view. With a size of approx. 20 m², the ocean-view cabins offer space for 2 to 4 people (some with separate beds). Features include air conditioning, satellite TV, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, safe, as well as minibar and Wi-Fi for a fee. The thoughtful design and spacious feeling make the outside cabin a comfortable retreat during the cruise.

Balcony cabin

The balcony cabins of the Costa Smeralda combine modern living comfort with a private outdoor area and a magnificent view of the sea. The private balcony invites you to enjoy the fresh sea air and impressive views in a relaxed atmosphere.
The cabins are approx. 17 m² (plus balcony) and accommodate 2 to 4 people. Features include air conditioning, satellite TV, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, safe, as well as minibar and Wi-Fi for a fee. Some cabins are equipped with separate beds.

Modern hotel room with double bed, large window, and wall-mounted TV displaying Costa logo.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and sea view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, and sea or harbor view.

Meals

Full board

On board, a total of 11 restaurants provide culinary variety with specialties from all over the world. These include, among others, a buffet restaurant, the "Pummid’Oro" pizzeria, the Teppanyaki restaurant, the family restaurant "Tutti a Tavola," as well as the "Laboratorio del Gusto," where selected dishes can be prepared by oneself (partly for a fee and reservation required). Meal times in the main restaurants are determined by Costa.
The gastronomic offer is complemented by 19 bars and cafés (for a fee), including the Spazio Bollicine by Ferrari Spumante, the Aperol Spritz Bar, the Campari Bar, the sports bar, the Bacaro Veneziano, the Nutella Café, and two Amarillo ice cream parlors. Thus, the Costa Smeralda offers diverse culinary moments for every taste.

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All Inclusive

All inclusive

In addition to the full board services, the MyItalian indulgence package can be booked. This includes a large selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for any time of day. This includes, among other things, cocktails such as Aperol Spritz, Campari Spritz, Negroni, and Martini cocktails, high-quality coffee specialties by Caffè Vergnano, as well as beer, soft drinks, and mineral water.
Also included are selected liqueurs, brandies, and bitters, including Limoncello, Grappa, Averna, and Ramazzotti, as well as Italian red, rosé, and white wines, Prosecco, and Spumante. The offer is complemented by homemade Italian ice cream and selected culinary specialties. The beverage package ensures varied culinary moments and underscores the Italian lifestyle on board the Costa Smeralda.

Sports included

The extensively and modernly equipped fitness center with a magnificent sea view offers ideal conditions for daily training on board. Various cardio and weight machines allow for sporting activities in a pleasant atmosphere.
In the outdoor area, a multi-purpose sports court and a jogging track are also available, offering numerous opportunities for movement and sporting balance in the fresh air. In this way, activity, relaxation, and the holiday experience can be optimally combined on the Costa Smeralda.

Sports for a fee

For additional sporting activities, various courses such as yoga, Pilates, and Kinesis are available in the aerobic studio (for a fee). Furthermore, individual training sessions with professional supervision can be booked in the fitness center (for a fee). This allows your personal fitness program to remain flexible even during the cruise.

Children's program

Modern green seats and colorful arches on a covered terrace.
For children and teenagers, the Costa Smeralda offers a varied and age-appropriate leisure program in the popular Squok Kids Club. While the youngest guests can let off steam in the Mini Club (3–6 years) with games and creative activities, the Maxi Club (7–11 years) provides a diverse entertainment and activity program.
For teenagers, the Teen Junior Club (12–14 years) and the Teen Club (15–17 years) are available with age-appropriate activities, games, and meeting places. Thus, young guests find the best conditions to make new friends and spend varied holiday days.
The offer is complemented by a children's paddling pool as well as an entertainment area with video games (for a fee), which ensures additional leisure fun on board.

Wellness

The Samsara Spa (for a fee) extends over around 6,000 m² on four decks and offers an exclusive oasis of relaxation at sea. Facilities include a thermal bath, a thalassotherapy pool, saunas, a Turkish steam bath, a solarium, as well as several whirlpools.
The wellness offer is rounded off by various wellness, beauty, and massage treatments that invite you to enjoy restorative breaks and pure regeneration in a stylish ambiance.
Bright massage room with ocean view through large windows, cozy atmosphere.
Modern indoor pool with waterfalls and relaxation area in a hotel spa.

Entertainment

For varied entertainment, there are spectacular shows in the theater, live music, a piano bar, a discotheque, as well as a casino for guests aged 18 and over. The varied onboard program offers numerous opportunities for entertaining hours at sea during the day and in the evening.
For relaxation and swimming fun, four pools are available, including an indoor pool area and a separate swimming deck. Special highlights include the Aqua Park with several water slides and water attractions, as well as the spectacular Skywalk at a height of around 65 meters, which enables impressive views of the sea.
The leisure offer is rounded off by atmospheric theme evenings, interactive events, and other onboard activities, which ensure social hours and unforgettable holiday moments.

Hotelhinweis

Lucky Cabin: When booking a Lucky Cabin, the desired cabin category (inside, outside, or balcony cabin) is selected, while the assignment of the cabin number and deck is done by Costa. This may include, among other things, cabins with separate beds, connecting doors, restricted views, or barrier-free cabins. The meal time in the main restaurants is also determined by Costa.
Important information:
Persons residing in areas sanctioned by OFAC cannot participate in Costa cruises. For citizens of Russia, Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and Ukraine, travel is only possible upon proof of a permanent residence outside these territories.
Current information on the health and safety concept as well as the applicable entry and transportation regulations are available on the official website of Costa Cruises. Regulations are subject to change.

Abora Continental by Lopesan Hotels

Highlights

  • Location in Playa del Inglés, approx. 300 m from a bay.
  • Two outdoor pools, two whirlpools, and a heated children's pool in winter.
  • All inclusive board with buffet restaurant and rotating theme nights.
  • Aborito's Club for children aged 4 to 12 years.
  • Sustainable certifications by Travelife and Biosphere.

Location

Large hotel with pool and palm trees by the sea under clear sky.
The hotel is located at the beginning of Playa del Inglés, only approx. 300 m from a bay, from which the large and well-known sandy beach of Playa del Inglés can also be reached (bay and beach accessible via stairs).
Restaurants, bars, bus stops, as well as shopping facilities are in the immediate vicinity.
The airport is approx. 29 km away.

Facilities

The hotel has a total of 404 rooms spread over 7 floors with elevators, a lobby with reception, bar, buffet restaurant, and terrace.
In the outdoor area, there are 2 swimming pools (1 of which can be heated in winter), a children's pool (can be heated in winter) next to a playground, and 2 whirlpools.
Wi-Fi is included throughout the hotel.
There is also a sunbathing area with sun loungers and a pool bar.
Pool towels are available (for a deposit/change for a fee).
Clear swimming pool with surrounding palm trees and a curved edge on a sunny day.
Hotel pool area with guests, surrounded by palm trees and hotel buildings.
Large outdoor pool with clear blue water and palm trees on a sunny day.
Sun loungers and palm trees by a hotel pool under clear sky.
Outdoor pool with blue mosaics, palm trees, and sun umbrellas under clear sky.
Hot tub overlooking an outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees and sun umbrellas.
Bright hotel cafeteria with red and yellow counters and modern white tables and chairs.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the city.
Modern hotel bathroom with glass shower, sink, and gray tiles.
Yellow door hanger with 'Silence Please At Rest' sign on a hotel door handle.
Colorful wall hooks in a bright hotel hallway with soft lighting.

Double room

They are approx. 34 m² in size, comfortably and brightly furnished with sleeping facilities for an extra person, telephone, bathroom with rain shower/WC and hairdryer, satellite TV for free, rental safe, electric kettle, minibar (on request, refilling for a fee), air conditioning (centrally controlled, seasonal operation), and a furnished balcony.
The rooms are located facing the street and the mountain side (D).
Also bookable for single use (DE).
Also bookable as type I with a limited quota at a special price (DI).
Also bookable for single use (DEI).
Also bookable as single/child (D1K).

Double room upper floors

Equipped the same as the double rooms, but these are located on the 6th or 7th floor and are only bookable for adults aged 18 and over.
Some of these rooms have a sea view (DB).
(Preferred view only possible as a non-binding customer request).
Also bookable for single use (DEB).
Double room upper floor type I, with the same equipment, bookable as a limited quota and at a special price (DIB).
Also bookable for single use (BEI).

Modern hotel room with double bed, blue accents, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel bathroom with glass shower, sink, and gray tiles.
Yellow hallway with elevator and large number 7 on the wall in a hotel.
Colorful wall hooks in a bright hotel hallway with soft lighting.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the city.
Modern hotel bathroom with glass shower, sink, and gray tiles.
Yellow door hanger with 'Silence Please At Rest' sign on a hotel door handle.
Colorful wall hooks in a bright hotel hallway with soft lighting.

Double room type XI

Same equipment as double room type I, only bookable for specific arrival dates (DXI).

Family room

Equipped the same as the double rooms, but with sleeping facilities for children as well as children's amenities: children's bed linen, toys, playhouse (on request), and a gift (DF2).

Bright hotel room with two beds, yellow wall, and colorful tent indoor area.
Bright hotel room with two beds, colorful tent, and yellow wall with holiday greeting.
Bright hotel room with king-size bed, sofa, tent, and large window with curtains.
Bright yellow hotel bathroom with shower, sink, and towel rack.
Room with single bed, colorful bedding, and red children's play tent by the window.
Bright hotel room with two beds, colorful tent, and yellow wall with holiday greeting.
Bright hotel room with two beds, yellow wall, and colorful tent indoor area.
Bright yellow hotel bathroom with shower, sink, and towel rack.

Family room type I

Equipped the same as the family rooms, but bookable as a limited quota and at a special price (DFI).

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet.
Theme evenings several times a week.
Snack & Go: Italian (pizza, bruschetta, etc.), burgers, and Healthy Space (fruit, vegetarian dishes, etc.).
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
In the reception area, a selection of drinks is included 24 hours a day.

Large, bright hotel dining area with buffet and modern furnishings.

All Inclusive Plus

In addition, a selection of national and international brand drinks is available according to the AI menu.

Note

Gluten-free products available (on request/subject to availability on site). Please add a note to your booking.

Children's program

Bright dining room with wooden furniture and colorful chairs in a hotel.
Colorful playground with climbing frame in a hotel setting on a sunny day.
Kids club "Aborito's Club" (4 to 12 years), babysitting service (advance reservation on site, for a fee).

Wellness

Massages for a fee.

Entertainment

Animation several times a week, shows, games area for a fee.

Hotel service

Pool towels for a deposit/change for a fee.
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For online check-in at the hotel, you can contact the hotel directly (not possible via Schauinsland-Reisen).
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Small parking lot available (reservation possible/for a fee).

Hotelhinweis

Upon arrival, a credit card is required at check-in.
Alternatively, a deposit can be made in cash (approx. 50 € per person).
The costs are subject to any changes and may change at any time on the part of the hotel.
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Local category 3-star Superior.
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Schauinsland-Reisen organizer category: 4 Suns due to high popularity factor.
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Pets not allowed.
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4-Sun hotel for active guests for whom entertainment, variety, and relaxed chilling out mean more than a luxurious and dignified ambiance.
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Barrier-free hotel complex.
11 wheelchair-accessible rooms can be booked on request (Standard double room/D/D1K)
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General information:
Under-occupancy can be requested with us. However, as a rule, the full room price is charged. Should a hotel not offer single occupancy, a double room for the full room price can be requested with us (subject to availability).
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Non-contractual board types cannot be requested.
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The room sizes are approximate sizes including balcony or terrace.
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Smoking area available at the hotel.
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Zusatzhinweis

AVDA ITALIA NO 2
35100 PLAYA DEL INGLES
GRAN CANARIA/SPAIN
Tel: 0034928-760033
E-MAIL: CONTINENTAL@LOPESAN.COM

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Last updated: 18.09.2026 16:16