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The Douro River, the spirit of Portugal
Tour Description:
Visit Spain and Portugal connected by the Golden River. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Douro opens its doors where you will discover terraced vineyards, typical villages, quintas and their wines* all along the river. Explore Salamanca, named as “the small Rome” classified World Heritage by UNESCO, don’t miss out its cathedral. Embark for an unforgettable journey through these magnificent countries.
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Dates & Pricing
| Wednesday 30 Oct 24 — Tuesday 05 Nov 24 | Starting at $2,695 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 06 Nov 24 — Wednesday 13 Nov 24 | Starting at $2,695 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
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. After dinner, the evening is free to do as you please.
PORTO - REGUA
Join us for a guided tour of Porto followed by a wine tasting session in the cellars at Vila Nova de Gaïa. The afternoon will be spent sailing.
REGUA - PINHAO - VEGA DE TERRON
Take part in our excursion to Vila Réal, a town with a great variety of religious buildings and architecture. We'll stroll through the formal gardens at the Mateus Palace. The afternoon will be spent sailing. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.
VEGA DE TERRON - Salamanca - BARCA D'ALVA
Join us for an excursion to Salamanca (lunch included). We'll visit its unusual cathedral and its famous university dating back to 1218, making it one of the oldest in the world. We'll return on board after our tour and enjoy an evening of entertainment.
BARCA D'ALVA - FERRADOSA - PINHAO
This morning, join us for an excursion to Pinhão. It's a small city that lives in sync with the rhythm of the river. One of its most cherished treasures is the quaint railway station, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Azulejo tiles showing the vineyards and landscapes in the region decorate the station's facade. You'll enjoy a tasting of the world-renowned port wine at a local quinta.* This outing is also a great opportunity to discover the region and its gorgeous scenery. We'll return on board the ship.Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.
PINHAO - PORTO
Join us on a guided tour of Lamego. The afternoon will be spent sailing towards Porto. Enjoy an evening of Fado entertainment.
PORTO
Enjoy time at leisure this morning to discover Porto at your own pace. Afterwards, join us for an excursion to Aveiro, a charming medieval town surrounded by salt marshes, beaches and lagoons. Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.
PORTO
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.