Overview
Destination:
Portugal,
Spain,
Start:Porto, Portugal
Finish:Porto, Portugal
Finish:Porto, Portugal
Duration:8 days
Type:Group tour (max 228)
Tripcode:
1019-2027
Travel Period
November 2027 - December 2027
7-night from Porto to Porto
Take in the highlights and holiday traditions as you immerse yourself in one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Regua, the ‘capital’ of the Douro Valley; and marvel at Salamanca, the UNESCO-designated “Golden City.” Taste wines from historic wineries and soak up the genuine beauty of one of Europe’s most unadulterated landscapes during this festive time of the year.
Specific holiday markets cannot be guaranteed during your river cruise. For details on open dates, please visit each city’s tourism office website.
What's Included
- Board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise. (D)
- This tranquil village offers an authentic slice of Douro River life. Visit the Baroque-style Palacio de Mateus and its gardens. Inside the house, you’ll see interesting furnishings, paintings and a ceiling of intricately carved wood. The gardens here are considered some of the most beautiful in Portugal. Later, enjoy a complimentary evening of authentic Portuguese cuisine and Port wine at Quinta da Avessada. (B,L,D)
- In the morning, spend time soaking up the beauty of this picturesque port before you visit Castelo Rodrigo, a small fortified village perched high on a hilltop with centuries-old walls, steep narrow streets and fantastic views. You can also opt to hike up to the village should you wish a more active exploration. (B,L,D)
- Drive to Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built of golden sandstone, Salamanca is known as a “living museum,” and you will have an opportunity to step back in time to the Middle Ages during your escorted tour, which includes the city’s elegant university buildings, the New Cathedral, the intriguingly decorated House of Shells and Plaza Mayor. (B,L,D)
- Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Pinhão. Be treated to an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, where you’ll enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. Quinta da Avessada is also a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so you’ll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine production as well as doing plenty of tasting. Savor the flavors of Portugal’s renowned fortified wine, vinho do porto, made exclusively in the Douro Valley. Head to a local quinta for your authentic Port-wine tasting experience and enjoy the sweet nectar of this fascinating region. (B,L,D)
- Travel to picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in all of Portugal, where you’ll go to the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). The shrine features a staircase of nearly 700 steps, beautifully decorated with white and blue tiles, which the more active adventurer will want to climb on a guided hike. Concluding both tours, you will have the opportunity to sample local traditional specialties, such as bôlas de Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; presunto, a type of dry-cured ham; and Espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine. Afterwards, head to a local quinta for a delicious lunch. (B,L,D)
- The colorful city of Porto blends the best of old and new, which you can discover on an escorted tour of the historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest monuments; and the São Bento Railway Station, known for its blue and white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. If you prefer to get more active, you can go on a guided hike. In the afternoon, you’ll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. . In the evening, enjoy the illuminated landscapes of Porto on a scenic cruise aboard your ship. (B,L,D)
- Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)
**DISCLAIMER: Itinerary subject to change.
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Porto
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Day 2 - Régua
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Day 3 - Vega de Terrón
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Day 4 - Vega de Terrón
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Day 5 - Pinhão
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Day 6 - Régua
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Day 7 - Porto
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Day 8 - Porto
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Tripcode: 1019-2027
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per person*
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