Additional Information:
Hygiene Measures: Included
Itinerary:
Following the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Dine on traditional fare in majestic Coimbra, the birthplace of six Portuguese kings; enjoy private tastings of Port; and explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. In Salamanca, Spain, you’ll see the city’s famous university. Return to Portugal with a visit to the fortified village of Castelo Rodrigo and historic Guimarães.Your journey ends in Lisbon, the city that launched some of the world’s most renowned explorers. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
Day 1: Porto (Embark)
Day 2: Porto, Entre-os-Rios
Excursions to choose – pick 1:
– Porto city tour
– “Do as the Locals Do” Porto walking tour
Day 3: Entre-os-Rios, Régua, Pinhão
Excursions included:
– Douro Museum
– Nights Out: Quinta Dinner
Day 4: Pinhão, Pocinho, Vega de Terrón
Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta. Later, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.
Excursions included:
– Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley
Excursions to choose – pick 1:
– Quinta do Seixo guided tour with tasting
– Vineyard hike and wine tasting at a local quinta
Day 5: Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Barca d’Alva
Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.
Excursions included:
– Salamanca – the Golden City and Spain’s oldest university
Day 6: Barca d’Alva, Régua
Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish.
Excursions included:
– Castelo Rodrigo
Day 7: Régua (Guimarães), Porto
Excursions to choose – pick 1:
– Guimarães city tour
– Ribeira walking tour
Excursions not included:
– Let’s Go Porto to the Sea Bike Tour €39 EUR EUR
Day 8: Porto (Disembark), Transfer to Lisbon
Day 9: Lisbon
Everything old is new again in the Portuguese capital. Get to know this hilly metropolis with a city tour that shows you all the top sights and treats you to an iconic, locally made pastry.
Excursions included:
– Lisbon city tour
Day 10: Lisbon
Day 11: Lisbon (Depart)
Included:
Accommodation
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel
3 nights in Lisbon at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade (or similar) with breakfast
Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows
Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
Guide
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
You must be fully vaccinated to travel with us. Your final vaccine dose must have been administered a minimum of 15 days prior to the start of the trip. This is your second dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra Zeneca, or single dose of Johnson & Johnson.
You must be able to show documented proof of vaccination on trip. Your CDC card is sufficient (we recommend saving a picture on your smart phone as a backup option), but please be aware that certain destinations may require you to fill out additional forms online.
Meals
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Gala Dinner
Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
Additional Services
2 countries: Spain and Portugal
6 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
Captivating onboard local entertainment
Cultural enrichment
Excursions included:
– Douro Museum
– Nights Out: Quinta Dinner
– Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley
– Salamanca – the Golden City and Spain’s oldest university
– Castelo Rodrigo
– Lisbon city tour
Additional excursions to choose from:
– Porto city tour
– “Do as the Locals Do” Porto walking tour
– Quinta do Seixo guided tour with tasting
– Vineyard hike and wine tasting at a local quinta
– Guimarães city tour
– Ribeira walking tour
Transport
S.S. Sao Gabriel
All transfers on arrival and departure days
Ship
Not Included:
Flights
Flights are not included.
Insurance
Insurance is not included.
Optional
Other activities and services are not included.
Additional Services
– Let’s Go Porto to the Sea Bike Tour €39 EUR EUR
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