Start in Lisbon and end in Porto! With the River Cruise tour Spectacular Douro with Lisbon, you have an 11 days tour package taking you through Lisbon, Portugal and 6 other destinations in Europe. Spectacular Douro with Lisbon includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Additional Information:
Tour Operator: Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
Age range: 12 to 99
Operated in: English
Tour id: 140731
Itinerary:
Day 1: Lisbon
On arrival to Lisbon you’ll be transferred to your hotel for the next three nights. Tonight, enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow guests.
Day 2: Lisbon
This morning, take part in a guided exploration of Portugal’s capital, stopping along the way to visit Jeronimos Monastery and taste the Portuguese favourite, Pateis de Nata.Freechoice: Visit the Maritime Museum and learn the nautical history of this once dominant seafaring nation. Alternatively, climb to the hilltop town of Sintra and visit the national monument Palacio Nacional.
Day 3: Lisbon
Enjoy time at leisure to take advantage of everything that Lisbon has to offer. This evening you’ll get to experience Portuguese cuisine at its finest at your farewell dinner.
Day 4: Lisbon > Porto
After breakfast, farewell Lisbon and transfer to Porto, where you’ll board the luxurious Scenic Azure for your cruise of the idyllic Douro Valley.
Day 5: Porto > Regua
Enjoy on board activities such as traditional tile painting, or simply relax as your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship meanders its way to Regua where you have the chance to explore the Douro Museum at your leisure. Learn about the culture, history and identity of the people living in this wine-growing region of the Douro Valley.
Day 6: Regua > Vega de Terron
Freechoice: Tour the elegant town of Lamego, with its many fine Baroque structures such as the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios and the Lamego Museum, or enjoy a guided visit of Mateus Palace, the historic icon depicted on the labels of Portugal’s famous Mateus rosé wine. Alternatively, you may choose to go kayaking along the Pinhão River.Enjoy a full afternoon cruising the Vinhateiro wine region as you continue towards Spain. A World Heritage-listed Site, Vinhateiro has a history of wine production that stretches back for 2,000 years.
Day 7: Vega de Terron
Freechoice: Cross the Spanish border and take your time absorbing the architectural splendour of Salamanca, a city as visually striking as it is historically intriguing. Alternatively, you may choose to visit the Portuguese village, Freixo de Espada à Cinta for a guided tour and visit to their silk museum. Freixo de Espada à Cinta is the only municipality where handcrafted silk is still processed entirely by hand.
Day 8: Pocinho > Pinhão
Freechoice: Visit the award winning Côa Valley Museum and enjoy a pre-historic workshop. Alternatively, join the ‘Tastes of the Côa Valley’ excursion and sample some of the regions produce such as jams, marmalades and sugared almonds.
Day 9: Pinhão > Porto
Visit the remarkable village of Provesende, showcasing the Portugal of yesteryear. Wander the atmospheric streets of this quaint village with the locals as they proudly introduce you to their way of life – an experience exclusive for Scenic guests.EnrichThe beauty of São Francisco Church is sure to impress. The façade is a mixture of Gothic and Baroque architecture, while the interior glows with intricate wood carvings covered in gold. Witness a spectacular private concert in these wondrous surroundings.
Day 10: Porto
Discover the historic treasures of Porto, including a visit to Palacio da Bolsa, a neoclassical-style building that started construction in 1842 and took over 65 years to complete. Freechoice: Join a guided tour of Guimarães, the seat of the first King of Portugal and dominated by the impressive Ducal Palace, which dates back to medieval times. Alternatively, you could choose a tasting at the fairytale property of Quinta da Aveleda. Located in the famous Vino Verde region and a renowned regional sparkling wine producer, the incredible gardens alone make the excursion worthwhile.
Day 11: Porto
After breakfast, transfer to Porto airport for your onward or homebound flight, taking wonderful memories with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.
Included:
Accommodation
Luxuriously Appointed Suites
Enjoy your queen-size Scenic Slumber Bed, pillow menu, Egyptian cotton sheets, L’Occitane amenities and Mac mini infotainment system. There’s also a safe for your valuables, a nightly turndown service and of course a complimentary mini-bar and Wi-Fi.
Butler Service
Enjoy a nightly turndown service, shoe-shining or have your salon appointments organised, with hair, massage and beauty treatments available.
Guide
Scenic Tailormade GPS
Try out our exclusive personal GPS-guided tour system that curates the best of what Europe has to offer, on and off the ship.
Scenic Freechoice
Choose from a range of sightseeing activities that interest you most, from guided city tours, cooking classes, bicycle tours, and museum visits to wine tasting – they’re all included.
Scenic Enrich
Handpicked experiences, from exclusive private concerts in magical surroundings, to specially arranged meals where you can enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals.
Meals
From dégustations to fine dining to a relaxed café style meal. Highlight evenings or unwinding with new friends. There’s a venue and a menu to suit every occasion in this all-inclusive meal plan.
Diverse and delicious food experiences are one of the highlights of your Scenic tour. From your first coffee of the day to that last relaxing nightcap, from your mini-bar or late-night room service, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Our chefs draw inspiration from the regions you travel through so all our food is seasonal and regional as well as freshly prepared and delicious. And what would food be without just the right drink to go with it? Choose French Champagne, regional wines selected by our sommelier or a local beer at all of our dining venues.
All food and beverages are included in the price of your cruise (with the exception of top-shelf whiskies) so you won’t need to worry about making the most of everything that’s on offer.
– Room service to all suites.
– Mini bar fully restocked daily, including snacks.
– Late-night menu for night owls.
– Bottled water for all onshore excursions and chef-prepared picnics is available.
– Scenic Sundowners offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy canapés and a favourite drink in many beautiful locations across Europe.
Additional Services
Scenic Sun Lounges
Our all-weather private balconies ensure you won’t miss a minute of the sublime scenery. The world opens up at the touch of a button.Scenic Sundowners
Exclusive cocktail events in spectacular settings, where you’ll cap off a wonderful day’s exploration in the company of newfound friends.The Nth Degree
We’ve thought about the details so you don’t have to, from personal airport transfers, first-class transport and local guides. All tips and gratuities are included.
Transport
All-inclusive onboard Scenic’s 5-star luxury ships.
On board, you’ll have full access to a Wellness area, complete with massage services and a hair salon, a gym, special onboard entertainment, Wi-Fi internet, electric bicycles and of course luxuriously appointed suites to retire to at the end of the day.
For instance, the Riverview terrace at the front of the Sun Deck is sunken on most days – an innovation that allows you to access it even when passing under low bridges.
Your Cruise Director, as well as every member of our hospitable onboard team, are on hand to make sure you make the most of every minute of our time on board your Space-Ship and with Scenic.
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Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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