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Overview
Embark on a 10-day cruisetour to explore Portugal and visit Salamanca, Spain, experiencing the rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and culinary delights of these enchanting destinations.
All This Is Included
- – 8-day cruise with a river-view stateroom
- – Return travel from the UK
- – 2 nights at Lisbon’s superior first-class Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (or similar)
- – 8 guided tours with audio headset
- – Most meals: 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners, featuring regional specialties
- – Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch
- – Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- – Culture Curriculum: Sample local port wines, enjoy folkloric music performances, learn about wine-making traditions and Portuguese history, attend a flamenco show
- – All port charges
- – Free Wi-Fi
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Lisbon, Portugal
Arrive in Lisbon and transfer to the superior first-class Hotel Tivoli Lisboa. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.
Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal
Embark on a half-day tour of Lisbon, visiting the Jerónimos Monastery, Tower of Belém, and Alfama District. (B)
Day 3: Porto, Portugal
Check out of your hotel and travel to Porto, stopping for lunch in Coimbra. Upon arrival in Porto, board your ship and enjoy a welcome cocktail and dinner. (B, L, D)
Day 4: Porto, Portugal
Take a city tour of Porto, visiting its historic center, bridges, and port wine-making facility. Enjoy free time in Porto or take an optional excursion to Guimarães. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Regua & Pinhao, Portugal
Sail along the Douro to Régua and embark on a tour to Vila Real and a port wine-making institution. Continue to Pinhão for dinner. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Barca D’Alva, Portugal
Cruise east along the Douro, passing dramatic landscapes and arriving at Barca d’Alva. Enjoy a tour of Castelo Rodrigo. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Salamanca & Vega de Terran, Spain
Embark on a full-day excursion to Salamanca, exploring its historic sites and enjoying lunch with traditional Spanish music. Return to your ship in Vega de Terrón. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Pinhao, Portugal
Explore the village of Favaios and visit a traditional bakery. Enjoy lunch at Quinta da Avessada winery and sample local port varieties. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Regua, Portugal
Visit Lamego to see the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies and Lamego Castle ruins. Enjoy a festive farewell dinner onboard. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Porto, Portugal
Disembark and proceed to the airport for your return flight or extend your journey with a 2-night extension to Braga, Portugal, and Santiago de Compostela, Spain. (B)
