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7 night River Cruise Douro Explorer
Dates: March - November 2027 Flights: Selected airports Onboard: Douro Serenity
7 night All Inclusive cruise onboard Douro Serenity
Drink reception and gala dinner
Included excursion at every port
Barca d’Alva
Fly from UK
Régua
Régua
Fly to UK
Oporto
Pinhão
Pocinho
Oporto
Sail along the sun-drenched scenery of the Douro River, where rolling Portuguese landscapes, traditional Spanish culture and remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites await.
Reasons to love this ♥ Sample delicious local delicacies and port wines in one of the world’s oldest wine-producing regions ♥ Explore incredible UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Douro Valley and the Spanish city of Salamanca Your cruise includes ✓ Return flights and overseas transfers ✓ 7 night All Inclusive cruise onboard Douro Serenity ✓ Drink reception and gala dinner ✓ Complimentary Wi-Fi and gratuities ✓ Included excursion at every port ✓ Nationwide shared chauffeur service ✓ Optional travel insurance underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited, subject to medical screening - insurance can be removed for a £24pp price reduction
Embark on this All Inclusive river cruise onboard Douro Serenity, taking you through northern Portugal, where vineyard-clad hills, historic towns and timeless traditions line the banks of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley, one of the world’s oldest wine-producing regions. Begin your voyage in Vila Nova de Gaia, on the south bank of the Douro River, before settling into a morning of scenic cruising through the valley’s spectacular landscapes. Journey through Régua, Pinhão, Barca d’Alva and Pocinho, passing rolling vineyards and terraced hillsides as you navigate the river’s locks and narrow passages. Along the way, discover the region’s rich heritage with visits to elegant palace gardens, local
wineries and charming medieval villages, offering an insight into traditional Portuguese life. Savour regional delicacies and enjoy wine tastings, sampling the flavours for which the Douro is renowned. Cross into Spain for an excursion to Salamanca, the “Golden City”, where grand university buildings, historic architecture and the magnificent Plaza Mayor showcase centuries of heritage. With free time to explore, soak up the atmosphere of this UNESCO World Heritage Site before travelling back to Portugal. As you return to Régua, continue by coach to Lamego, where you can admire the elaborate Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios and its impressive baroque staircase. Journey on to Oporto, Portugal’s second-largest city, for a guided tour before visiting a traditional wine cellar. Discover the centuries-old craft of port production and round off your cruise with a tasting of this celebrated local speciality.
Standard Stateroom from £1,857pp No local tax required
Oporto
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