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VIDA PORTUGAL! VINEYARDS & VILLAGES ALONG THE DOURO

What's not included:

1. International Airfare - Pricing available on request when flights become available
2. Vacation Protection (recommended) - Available upon request 
3. Pre & Post stays - Porto, Portugal

Itinerary:

• Enjoy your free time to explore at your leisure. 
• This evening, see Porto from a unique perspective on a scenic sailing, with dinner onboard the first night. Overnight docking in Porto. 

• Excursions:
  • CLASSIC: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art, OR: 
  • CLASSIC: Enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga. Marvel at the magnificent castle and San Miguel church in Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site*.
• Overnight Docking in Porto Antigo

• Excursions:
  • DISCOVERY: Experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including a wine tasting, OR: 
  • DISCOVERY: Join a wine painting class with the guidance of a resident artist for a unique and new experience to portray an image linked to the culture of wine through an innovative process, OR:
  • CLASSIC: Take a guided walking tour of the charming town of Lamego. Enjoy a taste of the local bola de Lamego with sparkling wine and stroll past iconic landmarks like the majestic Lamego Cathedral.
• Enjoy a short sailing to Pinhão. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the quaint riverside town of Pinhão or consider joining an optional excursions that can be booked:
  • Liquid Gold Discovery: Unveilin the Secrets of Olive Oil
  • Dinner & Traditions in the Douro Valley. 
• Overnight docking in Pinhão

• Excursions:
  • DISCOVERY: Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile).
  • ACTIVE: Discover the Douro River by kayak on a guided adventure through Portugal’s stunning valley. Enjoy breathtaking views and unforgettable moments*, OR: 
  • DISCOVERY: Experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Enjoy a tasting of exquisite red, white, and port wines while soaking in stunning views and uncovering the rich heritage of this renowned winemaking region.
  • DISCOVERY: Join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese language and culture. Discover essential words, charming stories, and clever tricks that bring this centuries-old language to life in an interactive and memorable way.
• This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists.
• Overnight docking in Barca D'Alva

• Excursions:
  • CLASSIC: Join our guide for a guided tour this morning to of one of the most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in the Douro International Natural Park, home to majestic birds of prey, OR:
  • CLASSIC: Enjoy a guided tour to the historical village of Castelo Rodrigo, which, from the top of a hill, dominates the plateau that stretches from Spain in the east to the deep valley of the Douro in the north. Stroll through its medieval streets and discover the small details that give it color, such as the Hebrew inscriptions and crosses carved on the doorposts and voussoirs, OR:
  • CLASSIC: Get a taste of Spain with a full-day excursion to Salamanca. This Spanish city will take your breath away with its stunning streets and squares, featuring a feast for the eyes with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and "Plateresque" architecture
• This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.
• Overnight docking in Ferradosa

• Excursions:
  • DISCOVERY: Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration.
  • DISCOVERY: Join us for an onboard Lecture to learn more about the wines of the region.
  • DISCOVERY: Take a visit to a wine-producing property and taste the freshness and lightness of iconic Vinho Verde wine, considered one of the world’s unique white wines, OR:
  • CLASSIC: Join a guided visit to Casa de Mateus, iconic symbol of the well-known "Mateus Rosé" wine and enjoy a tasting of locally produced wine.
• This evening, enjoy an onboard live entertainment
• Overnight docking in Leverinho

• Excursions:
  • ACTIVE: Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR; 
  • DISCOVERY: Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar's facilities, explaining where the grapes are harvested and how the wines are made. At the end of your explorations, taste some of the wines, OR:
  • CLASSIC: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art.
• This afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion such as a visit to family-owned factory to witness the Portuguese art of cork and barrel production or a culinary tour experience. Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto’s cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto’s buzzing nightlife.
• While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your cruise:
  • Canals, Culture, and Traditions of Aveiro
  • The Ancient Art of Corks & Barrels
  • Bites & Highlights of Porto
• Overnight docking in Porto

Cancellation policy: