From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain)

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From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain)



Tour Description:

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, 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.

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Monday 01 Sep 25 — Monday 08 Sep 25Starting at $3,558 Get a Quote
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Sunday 28 Sep 25 — Sunday 05 Oct 25Starting at $3,996 Get a Quote
Friday 10 Oct 25 — Friday 17 Oct 25Starting at $3,622 Get a Quote
Wednesday 22 Oct 25 — Wednesday 29 Oct 25Starting at $3,336 Get a Quote


Destination & Sightseeing

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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 a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion by coach to see Porto by night.

PORTO - REGUA
Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto.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.

REGUA - VEGA DE TERRON
Join us on a 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.

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

BARCA D'ALVA - FERRADOSA - PINHAO
This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Pinhão and tasting of port wine. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

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

PORTO
This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes.DISCOVERY: Quaint Afurada.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.