Lisa Kraiger

West Canadian Travel

Portugal Wine Journey & River Cruise

Jul 7, 2027 to Jul 16, 2027
Porto & The Douro Valley, Portugal

Welcome to the Portugal Wine Journey & River Cruise. 

 

This hosted small-group experience has been thoughtfully designed for travelers who believe the best way to discover a destination is through its food, wine, culture, and stories.

Our journey begins in Porto, one of Europe’s most captivating cities, with an optional two-night pre-cruise experience featuring local food, wine, and cultural discoveries. From there, we’ll board AmaWaterways and sail through the breathtaking Douro Valley, where terraced vineyards, historic villages, and exceptional wines create one of Europe’s most memorable river cruise experiences.

This is not a trip built around rushing from sight to sight. It is an invitation to slow down, connect with Portugal, share memorable meals, discover remarkable wines, and travel alongside a small group of curious, like-minded travelers.

Review the details below, and when you’re ready to join us, complete the booking form and we’ll take care of the rest. Space is limited to SIX staterooms (12 travelers plus me , Lisa- the host!)

 
 

What's included in this trip:

If optional 2 night Porto Prelude is selected:
  • Two nights' luxury accommodation at the Hilton Porto Gaia, including daily breakfast (hotel is ideally located only a short walk to embark on the river cruise)
  • Private arrival transfer from Porto Airport to the hotel
  • Welcome drink and aperitivos with your fellow travelers
  • An intimate Fado music performance in a historic church
  • Two specially selected authentic Portuguese dining experiences
  • Guided market tour with regional tastings
  • Tour of Taylor's Port Cellars, including three Port wine tastings
Enticing Douro River Cruise
  • 7 night river cruise in stateroom selected on AmaWaterways newest ship: The AmaSintra
  • Well-appointed stateroom with luxury amenities, bottled water replenished daily
  • World class dining and immersive dining experiences at local "Quintas"
  • Regional wines, beer and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, plus daily complimentary Sip & Sail cocktail hour
  • Daily excursions as outlined in the itinerary
Exclusive Inclusions for this group:
  • Discounted river cruise group rates of $300 CAD off per person
  • Complimentary gratuities (approximately $250 per person value)
  • For balcony stateroom bookings in Category C or B only: complimentary 1 stateroom upgrade and $100 onboard credit per person (Category C will upgrade to Category B, Category B will upgrade to Category A)
  • For balcony stateroom bookings in Category A and suite bookings Category S, guests will receive one complimentary bag of laundry per stateroom and $150 onboard credit
 

 

What's not included:

  1. Tourism city taxes at Hilton Porto Gaia, approximately 3 Euro per person, per night
  2. International flights
  3. Departure transfers post cruise
  4. All meals are included except for lunch on July 9th
 

 

Itinerary Porto Prelude July 7th-9th (2 night fully-hosted itinerary pre-cruise)

 
 
Hotel
 
 

Itinerary Enticing Douro July 9th-16th (7 night AmaWaterways River Cruise onboard the AmaSintra

 
Introducing AmaSintra, the Douro's newest ship
 
Deck plans:
 

Cancellation policy:

Porto Prelude: Deposit of $100 per person is non-refundable, balance once paid is 50% non-refundable until 30 days prior to departure, within 30 days prior to departure all payments are non-refundable.

AmaWaterways River Cruise: Deposit of $500 per person is 50% non-refundable, 89-60 days before departure: 35% of cruise is non-refundable 59-31 days before departure: 50% of cruise is non-refundable, 30 days or less before departure: 100% of cruise is non-refundable. Cruise bookings are non-transferable, this booking grants passage for only the passengers named on the registration, it may not be sold or transferred by the passengers. For full Amawaterways terms and conditions, please see: https://www.amawaterways.com/ca/terms-conditions/passenger-ticket-contract 

 

Thank you for joining me on the Portugal Wine Journey & River Cruise. I can't wait to explore Portugal with you in July 2027. Securing your space is just the beginning—I have lots of exciting details, planning tips, and surprises to share along the way.

To register and pay your deposit, please choose the stateroom package below that best suits you, and don't forget to add the optional Porto Prelude package for the fully-hosted Porto experience (add 1 package for two travelers)

If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to email me at: lisa.kraiger@wctravel.ca

Lisa Kraiger

Owner & Travel Manager

West Canadian Travel


Available Packages

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category E Panoramic Window
Available until July 31, 2026

Starting At: $5,520.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.

  • Seven-night river cruise in Category E Panoramic Window Stateroom 161 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • Complimentary gratuities

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category D Panoramic Window
Available until July 31, 2026

$6,058.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.

  • Seven-night river cruise in Category D Panoramic Window Stateroom 161 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • Complimentary gratuities

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category C French Balcony
Available until July 31, 2026

Starting At: $7,678.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

Complimentary upgrade offer: to category B based on availability and $100 onboard credit per stateroom

Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.

  • Seven-night river cruise in Category C French Balcony Stateroom 161 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • $100 onboard credit per stateroom
  • Complimentary gratuities

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category B
Available until July 31, 2026

Starting At: $8,758.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

 
Complimentary upgrade offer: to category A based on availability and $100 onboard credit per stateroom

Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.

  • Seven-night river cruise in Category B Outside Balcony Stateroom 215 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • $100 onboard credit per stateroom
  • Complimentary gratuities

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category A
Available until July 31, 2026

Starting At: $9,162.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

 

Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.

  • Seven-night river cruise in Category A Outside Balcony Stateroom 215 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • Complimentary bag of laundry (one per stateroom)
  • $150 onboard credit per stateroom
  • Complimentary gratuities

Enticing Douro River Cruise - Category S
Available until July 31, 2026

Starting At: $11,187.00 CAD
Deposit: $500.00 CAD per person

 
Enjoy seven unforgettable nights aboard AmaWaterways' newest ship, AmaSintra.
  • Seven-night river cruise in Category S Suite 323 square feet
  • Elegant accommodations with luxury amenities and bottled water replenished daily
  • Exquisite cuisine with multiple dining venues and immersive meals at local Quintas
  • Regional wines, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail complimentary cocktail hour
  • Daily included shore excursions as outlined in the itinerary
  • Complimentary bag of laundry (one per stateroom)
  • $150 onboard credit per stateroom
  • Complimentary gratuities

Extra options

2 Night Porto Prelude July 7-9th - Price is a total for two people (based on double occupancy), only add ONE
Available until July 30, 2026

$1,860.00 CAD
Deposit: $200.00 CAD

Begin your journey with an immersive introduction to Porto before setting sail.

  • Two nights' luxury accommodation at the Hilton Porto Gaia in a standard room (1 king or 2 twin beds) including daily breakfast
  • Private airport transfer from Porto Airport to the hotel
  • Welcome drink and aperitivos with your fellow travelers
  • Intimate Fado music performance in a historic church
  • Two authentic Portuguese dining experiences
  • Guided market tour with regional tastings
  • Tour of Taylor's Port Cellars, including three Port wine tastings
  • Fully hosted by me (Lisa Kraiger)