San Sebastian Cruises
Fred. Olsen has a deep connection to La Gomera, and the family has a history with the island dating back to 1904, when fruit was transported to ports in Northern Europe by small steam ships. Known as ‘Isla Colombina’ due to Christopher Columbus calling at the island on his journey to America, some of the buildings and monuments in San Sebastian are linked to him, including the Casa de la Aguada and Casa de Colon.
Top Experiences
Links to Fred. Olsen
The Fred. Olsen Group has historical links to the Canary Islands, having had operations here since 1904. In Gomera, you will find a road named Paseo Fred Olsen, a ferry service, and a family-owned hotel - Hotel Jardin Tecina.
Landscape
While much of La Gomera is rocky and mountainous, the island is also home to lush valleys, palm trees, banana plantations, black sand beaches, forests and even a tropical
jungle in the Garajonay National Park. La Gomera has been declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Christopher Columbus
Columbus and his crews used this island as a port of call on their voyages both to India and to Central and South America.
Cruises to San Sebastian de la Gomera
Winter Warmth in the Canaries • S2426
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest in Madeira
- Tour a botanical garden with a local orchid expert
- Experience the beauty of La Gomera's Garajonay National Park
Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal New Year • S2428
- Visit UNESCO-listed Risco Caído archaeological site in Gran Canaria
- Celebrate Christmas Day festivities on board Borealis
- See in the New Year with the annual fireworks display in Madeira
Sub-Tropical Landscapes of the Canary Islands • L2532
- Explore the volcanic landscapes of the Canary Islands
- Discover local cultures, such as La Gomera's whistling language
- Uncover the Olsen family's links to the Canaries
Canary Islands Christmas with New Year in Lisbon • S2533
- Explore the beauty of the Canaries and Lisbon at Christmas
- Embrace traditional music and dance, Malvasia wine and local cuisines
- See in the New Year with Lisbon's impressive fireworks display
Winter Warmth in the Canary Islands • L2601
- Savour the remarkable volcanic vistas of the Canaries
- Enjoy sampling food and drink synonymous with the Canary Islands
- Witness marine life in the waters of La Gomera and Tenerife