Portugal and Spain 9 Days Douro Valley River Cruise

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9 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Climb aboard an unforgettable cruise through the magnificent Douro Valley, where each port of call promises captivating adventure and enriching discoveries. Get ready for breathtaking scenery, history-laden locations across Portugal and Spain, and unique experiences in this emblematic region. You’ll begin your journey in the lively city of Porto, which oozes an exceptional charm and captivating atmosphere. Next stop will be Regua, where you’ll dive into the region’s history and winemaking traditions.

You’ll also cross the border into Spain, for an exciting trip to remarkable Salamanca. For wine connoisseurs, the Port Wine Route will be heaven on earth. You’ll wrap up your vacation with stops in Lamego, Guimarães, and the charming village of Afurada—destinations packed with cultural heritage, gorgeous architecture, and genuine friendliness.

What's Included

Free Wi-Fi onboard
All port fees included
Onboard activities
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
Airport to Port to Hotel Transfers
Dinner (Optional[7])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[8])
Breakfast
Tours & entrances as mentioned in itinerary
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
Gratuities
Drinks from special list

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please provide your flight details beforehand, a driver will pick you up at the closest gate.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Porto

    2 stops
  • 1
    Porto

    A driver will pick you up at the airport and drop you off at the pier so you may board the ship.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Porto

    Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. In the evening, we’ll set out on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion by coach to see Porto by night.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Porto - Regua

    1 stop
  • 3
    Porto

    CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto. We’ll leave for Porto’s city center by coach. Our first stop will be a tour of St. Francis Church. A stone’s throw from the Douro riverbank, it is among the most symbolic buildings in Porto. We’ll then head over to see the inside of Bolsa Palace—also known as the Stock Exchange Palace—a magnificent, neoclassical mansion in the heart of the historic downtown. The next stop will be an azulejo tile workshop. This tour is a unique occasion to discover this age-long art form. We’ll return to the ship. DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum followed by a tasting of some of the local specialties in the old city. In the afternoon, we’ll cruise through the Douro Valley with its fabulous landscapes. Enjoy an evening of dancing or time at leisure in Regua tonight.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Regua - Vega de Terron

    1 stop
  • 4
    Peso Da Regua

    Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: the Casa de Mateus and the Douro museum. We’ll leave on foot for the Douro Museum to learn about the passionate history and wine-making heritage in the region, an experience combining traditional and modern approaches. We’ll continue on by coach for Mateus Palace, a beautiful 18th-century manor in Vila Real. This baroque-style manor belonged to the same family until a foundation was set up to preserve it in 1970. The dramatic splendor and details of the complex offer a unique visual relationship between geometry and space. Enjoy a stroll through the magnificent tree- and hedge-lined gardens, which include a romantic Mexican-cedar topiary tunnel. After, we’ll return to the ship in Pinhão by coach. In the afternoon, the cruise continues to the heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto to Vega de Terron. We’ll arrive in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Vega de Terron - Salamanca - Barca D'Alva

    1 stop
  • 5

    Join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Salamanca. This town of dazzling beauty houses some extraordinary Roman, Arabic, and Christian architectural treasures. We’ll return on board in Barca d’Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment. DISCOVERY: Salamanca tapas tour. We’ll return on board in Barca d’Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Barca D'Alva - Ferradosa- Pinhao

    1 stop
  • 6
    Pinhao

    This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Port Wine Route and Pinhão. Tonight’s our gala dinner and evening.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Pinhao - Porto

    1 stop
  • 7
    Lamego

    Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour of Lamego. This afternoon will be spent cruising. Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Porto

    1 stop
  • 8
    Porto

    This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes. DISCOVERY: Quaint Afurada. Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    Porto

    1 stop
  • 9
    Porto

    Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. A driver will pick you up and drop you off at your local hotel to rest before your departure flight. Overnight at 3* hotel

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 9

    Porto Departure

    1 stop
  • 10
    Porto

    After breakfast, a driver will pick you up at your local hotel and drop you off at the airport.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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