Cruising Portugal on the Golden River
Explore the scenic River Douro from Porto on this 7-night cruise visiting Regua, Barca d'Alva, Vega de Teron, Ferradosa and Pinhao Enjoy this delightful journey along the river Douro, through an untouched landscape of wonderful high hills, the Porto vineyards, quaint villages and traditional towns. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Portugal; Spain
- Trip Length:
- 8 days
- Price Range:
- From $2290 ( DEPOSIT AND PAYMET POLICY: A DEPOSIT OF 50% IS DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING. FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE 90 DAYS PRIOR TO SAILING DATE. IF YOU CANCEL 90 DAYS OR MORE PRIOR TO SAILING DATE - FULL REFUND LESS $100 PER PERSON ADMINISTRATIVE FEE; IF YOU CANCEL 89-0 DAYS PRIOR TO SAILING DATE - OR REFUND. CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO 5% SURCHARGE. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND CACELLATION INSURANCE. ) per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
-
Apr 05, 2012 to Apr 12, 2012
Aug 02, 2012 to Aug 10, 2012
- Recommended for:
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Adults (25 - 29)
Adults (30 - 39)
Adults (40 - 64)
Seniors (65+)
Detailed Trip Description
Explore the scenic River Douro from Porto on this 7-night cruise visiting Regua, Barca d'Alva, Vega de Teron, Ferradosa and Pinhao Enjoy this delightful journey along the river Douro, through an untouched landscape of wonderful high hills, the Porto vineyards, quaint villages and traditional towns. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Porto, Regua, Vega de Teron, Pinhao and enjoy a full day visit to Salamanca, Spain.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Portugal
Arrive in Porto and Check-in at 4-star hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia
Day 2 - Portugal
Enjoy Breakfast at Hotel and later transfer to ship. Welcome Cocktail, Dinner and Overnight at Vila Nova de Gaia
Day 3 - Portugal
Porto city tour with wine.
Ship sails to Bitetos
Dinner at Alpendurada Monastery
Bar/lounge activities
Overnight at Bitetos lodge visit
Day 4 - Portugal
Ship sails to Pinhão
Brief stop at Régua
Tour to Lamego
Ship continues to Pinhão
Portugues folk music and Fado show
Overnight at Pinhão
Day 5 - Portugal
Visit to Quinta do Seixo, Port wine tasting
Ship sails to Barca d'Alva
Captain's dinner
Bar/lounge dancing
Overnight at Barca d'Alva
Day 6 - Spain
Tour to Salamanca (Spain) with Spanish lunch and Flamenco
show
Portuguese barbecue dinner on pool deck
Overnight at Vega Terron, Spain
Day 7 - Spain
Tour to Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo
Ship sails to Pinhão
Dinner at local wine estate
Overnight at Pinhão
Day 8 - Portugal
Ship sails to Régua
Tour to Mateus Palace and Gardens
Ship continues to Porto
Sailing by Ribeira and the mouth of the Douro
Farewell cocktail
Overnight at Vila Nova de Gaia
Day 9 - Portugal
Breakfast service
Check out, transfer to Airport/Train Station/Porto Hotel
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