£1,715.00

Sku: 214993

What does France taste like? A delicious, warm pain au chocolat. Italy? Like bruschetta with oregano. Portugal, especially Porto? Tastes like port wine. So where would a wine trip be more appropriate?

From Porto, you go to the roots of Vinho do Porto in the middle of the Alto Douro Valley, the oldest protected wine-growing region in the world. Here you can visit a small Quinta (winery). We also have real wine professionals on board. You will find more information about our specific programme here soon. But we can already promise: The gourmet cruise on the Douro will be an absolute highlight. You will train your knowledge and taste buds during wine tastings. The types of port wine Ruby Port, Tawny Port or Vintage Port may read similar now. Afterwards, you will definitely be able to taste the difference.

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Start and end in Porto! With the River Cruise tour Culinary Highlights of Douro, you have an 8 days tour package taking you through Porto, Portugal and 5 other European destinations. PREMIUM Douro Culinary Highlights 2024 includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Additional Information:

Tour Operator: A-ROSA
Ship capacity: 206
Age range: 2 to 99
Operated in: English, German
Tour id: 214993
Hygiene Measures: Included

Itinerary:

Day 1: Porto

The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto, you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!

Start point
Cais de Gaia • 161 Vila Nova de Gaia • 4400 Gaia/Porto, Portugal, Cais Capelo E Ivens 760, 4400-087 Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Portugal 15:00

Day 2: Porto

PORTO

DEP 07:00 AM

The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto, you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!

RÉGUA

ARR 01:00 PM

DEP 02:00 PM

Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boats – as early as the 18th century.

PINHÃO

ARR 05:00 PM

The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the Quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.

Day 3: Pinhao, Vega de Terron

PINHÃO

DEP 01:00 PM

The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the Quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.

VEGA TERRON

ARR 07:00 PM

Day 4: Vega de Terron, Barca d’Alva

VEGA TERRON

DEP 12:00 PM

BARCA D’ALVA

ARR 12:30 PM

Day 5: Barca d’Alva, Pocinho, Pinhao

BARCA D’ALVA

DEP 09:00 AM

POCINHO

ARR 11:15 AM

DEP 12:15 PM

Excursion.

PINHÃO

ARR 05:30 PM

The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the Quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.

Day 6: Pinhao, Regua, Bitetos

PINHÃO

DEP 07:00 AM

The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the Quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.

RÉGUA

ARR 09:00 AM

DEP 02:00 PM

Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boats – as early as the 18th century.

BITETOS

ARR 06:30 PM

Day 7: Bitetos, Porto

BITETOS

DEP 06:45 AM

PORTO

ARR 10:30 AM

The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!

Day 8: Porto

The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto, you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!

End point
Cais de Gaia • 161 Vila Nova de Gaia • 4400 Gaia/Porto, Portugal, Rua Do Cais De Gaia, 4400-161 Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Portugal 09:00

Included:

Accommodation

River cruise in the booked cabin category and choice of your preferred cabin (subject to availability)

A-ROSA ALVA

Guide

German and English-speaking hotel and tour guides

COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures

Wishing you a wonderful Holiday! 

Meals

Full boardPlus: Breakfast and lunch from the gourmet buffet, dinner either from the gourmet buffet or served at the table, with live cooking and regional specialities, other additional culinary activities on board.

High-quality premium drinks – all day included

Additional Services

Discount for children 25% (limited)

A-ROSA travel cancellation insurance (booking until 30.11.2021)

Wifi free of charge

15% discount on treatments in our SPA-ROSA

Free use of on-board facilities such as sauna & fitness

Mineral water in the cabin

entertainment programme

Many other services

Transport

A-ROSA cruise ship 

Ship

Not Inlcuded:

Flights

International flights are not included. 

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Additional Services

Other activities and services are not included.

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