Porto, the Douro valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain) (port-to-port cruise)

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Immerse yourself in the festive and warm atmosphere of Portugal and Spain where you will discover a unique way of life. You will visit Porto, a subtle mixture of modernity and history famous for its wine, or Salamanca and its cathedral, Spain's "golden city". It has a rich architectural, religious and gastronomic culture.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Cruising in the Douro Valley all the way to the Spanish border
    • An unusual way to discover Portugal and Spain
    • Discover(1): Casa de Mateus and the Douro Museum in Régua

What's this trip about?

    Immerse yourself in the festive and warm atmosphere of Portugal and Spain where you will discover a unique way of life. You will visit Porto, a subtle mixture of modernity and history famous for its wine, or Salamanca and its cathedral, Spain's "golden city". It has a rich architectural, religious and gastronomic culture.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityPorto
End CityLeverinho

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Porto

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - Spanish-themed evening - traditional folk entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

Day 1 PORTO

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight, join us on an optional excursion by coach for both packages: Tour of Porto "by night".

Day 2 PORTO - REGUA

Join us for the optional excursions proposed :CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe, whose historic center was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum. We'll board one of the ...

Day 3 REGUA - VEGA DE TERON (Spain)

Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Casa de Mateus and the Douro Museum in Régua.We'll leave on foot for the Douro Museum to learn about the passionate history and wine-making heritage in the region, an experience combining traditional and modern appr...

Day 3 REGUA - VEGA DE TERON (Spain)

Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Casa de Mateus and the Douro Museum in Régua.Tonight's evening will have a Spanish flair.

Day 4 VEGA DE TERON - Salamanca(1) - SENHORA DA RIBEIRA

Join us for the optional excursions proposed :CLASSIC: Discover Salamanca, its unusual cathedral and its famous university dating back to 1218, making it one of the oldest in the world.DISCOVERY: Salamanca tapas tour.Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

Day 5 SENHORA DA RIBEIRA - LEVERINHO

Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Port Wine Route and Pinhão. We’ll leave by coach to travel along the Port Wine Route. Portugal has cultivated vineyards since the Roman Empire. In 1756, the Marquis of Pombal created a monopolistic company demarcati...

Day 5 SENHORA DA RIBEIRA - LEVERINHO

Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Port Wine Route and Pinhão. We'll spend the afternoon cruising. Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment. 

Day 6 LEVERINHO - PORTO

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,750
Price per day$292
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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02 Apr 2026
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02 May 2026
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03 May 2026
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07 May 2026
13 May 2026
$1,750
02 Jun 2026
08 Jun 2026
$1,750

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers -optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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Requirements
Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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