7-night Portugal – Vineyards and Villages Along the Douro Cruise
$3549
Itinerary
Suggested Private Excursion
Porto (Oporto), Portugal's second largest city, is full of interest, and the district it heads offers the visitor plenty to see. Along the coast, there are resorts like the cosmopolitan beach of Espinho, busy ports like Matosinhos, with splendid seafood, or traditional fishing towns like Póvoa de Varzim, and there is also an animated casino. Charming Amarante has 17th century mansions overlooking the river and is famous for a sweet egg pastries called "papos de anjo" (angel bellies). In Vila Nova de Gaia, there are lodges where Port wine is blended and aged and where tasting are offered, or visitors may take a river cruise along the Douro. The whole district is filled with prosperous towns, but there are also many calm roads with wonderful views over the river and a rugged and still unspoilt coastline.
Suggested Private Excursions
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Wine Lodges (6 - 8 Hours)
Culture, Art & Architecture of Porto (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Green Wine Region & Amarante (6 - 8 Hours)
Braga Sanctuary & Guimarães Birthplace (6 - 8 Hours)
Santiago de Compostela (6 - 8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise - Classic (8 Hours) BEST SELLER
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Premium (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Superior (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wines & Luxury Yacht Cruise (8 Hours)
Coimbra & Conímbriga Ruins (6 - 8 Hours)
Coimbra University & Aveiro Fishermen's City (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto at Your Leisure HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)
Entre-Os-Rios is a small town located at the confluence of the Duoro and Tamega Rivers. Enjoy magnificent views of vineyards and fruit trees, and utter relaxation while strolling through this charming town.
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Guimarães was Portugal's first capital city in the 12th century, ruled over by the country's first king, Don Alfonso Henriques. His castle is the highlight here. Medieval streets lead to the town square, Laargo da Oliveira and from there, explore the Ducal Palace or the 14th century Gothic cathedral.
Peso da Régua is a town in the north of Portugal, on the River Douro. It has a population of about 10,000 and is in the heart of Portugal's port wine-producing region.
Peso da Régua is a town in the north of Portugal, on the River Douro. It has a population of about 10,000 and is in the heart of Portugal's port wine-producing region.
Spectacularly located at the confluence of the Douro and Pinhão rivers, the small town of Pinhão is the epicenter of the Port winemaking area. Although a sleepy town for most of the year, Pinhão bursts into life in autumn during the annual grape harvest, attracting pickers from all over the country. Popular for its peaceful riverside location and surrounding scenery, Pinhão is a mecca for lovers of fine wine. Built on the site of an 18th century wine estate, the four-star Vintage House Hotel operates regular tastings and courses covering a wide range of aspects, such as the main types, how the wine is made and buying and storing. The railway line passes within view of some of the most famous Port vineyards. Croft’s Quinta da Roeda, Graham’s Quinta dos Malvedos and Cockburn’s Tua are all within sight of the train. Further along are two of the grandest of vineyard estates: Taylor’s Quinta de Vargellas and the Symingtons’ Quinta do Vesúvio, both of which have their own private railway stations.
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This tiny village, only a few hundred feet from the Spanish border, sits on the banks of the Douro River. The Douro River Valley is famous for its vineyards and port wine grapes. Also see almond, olive and cherry orchards lining the valley.
The ancient city of Salamanca, famous for its university founded by Alfonso IX in the early 1200s, is well preserved, with turreted palaces, faded convents, Romanesque churches, and colleges that have attracted scholars from all over Europe. Nearly all the attractions are within walking distance of the Plaza Mayor. In its day, Salamanca was ranked with Oxford, Paris, and Bologna as one of "the four leading lights of the medieval world." The intellectual life continues to this day, and a large invasion of American students brings added life to the town in summer. Still a youthful, spirited place because of the venerable Salamanca University, the city has been named a "World Heritage City" by UNESCO, one of six such cities in Spain.
Caldas de Aregos is a charming little village situated on a wooded hill above the Douro River. The town is most famous for its spas and thermal waters.
Amar is the Portuguese word for love, and there’s no coincidence that this quaint beautiful town is names Amarante. This town in hometown for Sao Goncalo, Portugal’s St. Valentine helping those lonely hearts in the town find true love. This rich agricultural land is located in the Minho region, and produces excellent wine and cheese.
Suggested Private Excursion
Porto (Oporto), Portugal's second largest city, is full of interest, and the district it heads offers the visitor plenty to see. Along the coast, there are resorts like the cosmopolitan beach of Espinho, busy ports like Matosinhos, with splendid seafood, or traditional fishing towns like Póvoa de Varzim, and there is also an animated casino. Charming Amarante has 17th century mansions overlooking the river and is famous for a sweet egg pastries called "papos de anjo" (angel bellies). In Vila Nova de Gaia, there are lodges where Port wine is blended and aged and where tasting are offered, or visitors may take a river cruise along the Douro. The whole district is filled with prosperous towns, but there are also many calm roads with wonderful views over the river and a rugged and still unspoilt coastline.
Suggested Private Excursions
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Wine Lodges (6 - 8 Hours)
Culture, Art & Architecture of Porto (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Green Wine Region & Amarante (6 - 8 Hours)
Braga Sanctuary & Guimarães Birthplace (6 - 8 Hours)
Santiago de Compostela (6 - 8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise - Classic (8 Hours) BEST SELLER
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Premium (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Superior (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wines & Luxury Yacht Cruise (8 Hours)
Coimbra & Conímbriga Ruins (6 - 8 Hours)
Coimbra University & Aveiro Fishermen's City (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto at Your Leisure HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)
Suggested Private Excursion
Porto (Oporto), Portugal's second largest city, is full of interest, and the district it heads offers the visitor plenty to see. Along the coast, there are resorts like the cosmopolitan beach of Espinho, busy ports like Matosinhos, with splendid seafood, or traditional fishing towns like Póvoa de Varzim, and there is also an animated casino. Charming Amarante has 17th century mansions overlooking the river and is famous for a sweet egg pastries called "papos de anjo" (angel bellies). In Vila Nova de Gaia, there are lodges where Port wine is blended and aged and where tasting are offered, or visitors may take a river cruise along the Douro. The whole district is filled with prosperous towns, but there are also many calm roads with wonderful views over the river and a rugged and still unspoilt coastline.
Suggested Private Excursions
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto History & Wine Lodges | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Wine Lodges (6 - 8 Hours)
Culture, Art & Architecture of Porto (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Classic (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto Jewish Inheritance & Wine Lodge | Superior & Premium (6 - 8 Hours)
Green Wine Region & Amarante (6 - 8 Hours)
Braga Sanctuary & Guimarães Birthplace (6 - 8 Hours)
Santiago de Compostela (6 - 8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise - Classic (8 Hours) BEST SELLER
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Premium (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wine Estate & River Cruise | Superior (8 Hours)
Douro Valley Wines & Luxury Yacht Cruise (8 Hours)
Coimbra & Conímbriga Ruins (6 - 8 Hours)
Coimbra University & Aveiro Fishermen's City (6 - 8 Hours)
Porto at Your Leisure HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)
Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.
- Choice of complimentary sightseeing excursions in every port – choose between Classic, Active or Discovery options
- Whisper headsets for all excursions
- Digital Signage ship-wide with daily agenda, menus, key details
- Unlimited free Wi-Fi
- Visits to UNESCO Sites
- Enrichment lectures & local entertainment, dance floor and nightly song lists
- Meals with regional specialties, including local wine
- Sky Deck grill for lunch – weather permitting
- Welcome Dinner & Farewell Dinner
- Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner – sparkling wine with breakfast
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & water filling station, including flavored waters
- 24-hour Club Lounge (includes coffee machine), games, books, TVs, great views!
- Walking track & sky deck
- Fitness room with machines and free weights
- Adventure Host and Adventure center (maps, binoculars, walking sticks, etc)
- Afternoon tea (coffee, tea, sandwiches and cookies)
- 16 bikes on board
- Movie Night
- Elevator between stateroom decks
- 24-hour guest services
- All port taxes & fees
- Airport transfers on embarkation/disembarkation day with Avalon Air purchase
- No single use plastics
YOUR STATEROOM INCLUDES:
- River-view stateroom Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration; Comfort Collection bedding, including choice of pillow and firmness (Panorama Suites 200 sq feet)
- Desk area with chair
- Spacious closets and under bed storage
- Panorama Suites include Wall-to-wall window with Open-Air Balcony
- Panorama Suites include loveseat and table with chair seating area
- Panorama Suites include extra large bathroom and spacious glass enclosed shower
- Flat-screen LCD TV with complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini Bar; security safe; hair dryer
- L’Occitane® toiletries; plush robes & slippers in every stateroom
- Stateroom steward & multiple times daily housekeeping
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